Demonstrate an understanding of relevant social and/or historical contexts of a specified text.
To unlock this achievement, you need to demonstrate that you have gained knowledge of an element of the social or historical context that surrounds a specified text. You need to explain how that knowledge has helped you gain an insight into a literary element of that text, such as:
- Character
- Setting
- Theme
- Genre
- Plot
RANGE
- Conduct research into at least three relevant social or historical aspects of the specified text.
- Explain how the research you have undertaken can be/has been used to logically enhance your understanding of a literary element in the specified text.
- Provide citations for the research you have conducted.
CONTEXT
This badge could be unlocked in a variety of contexts, for example:
- A text study in English
- The examination of an article or documentary in Humanities
- The exploration of a play in Drama
The knowledge could be demonstrated in either a written or verbal capacity. It could be completed as a stand-alone task or as part of a wider learning opportunity.
EXEMPLAR
Know - Outside In