Lesson plan: class 10- Empowered women navigating the world

 LESSON PLAN 

Lesson Plan: Empowered Women - Navigating the World

Subject: English Literature
Class: 10 th Grade
Duration: 45 minutes
Topic: INSV Tarini - All-Women Navy Crew Circumnavigation

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1. Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, the teacher aims to help students:

• Understand the historical significance of the INSV Tarini expedition
• Learn about women's empowerment through real-life examples
• Develop reading comprehension skills through narrative text
• Appreciate the courage and determination required for challenging expeditions
• Understand technical aspects of sailing and navigation

2. Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

• Apply courage and determination in their daily challenges and academic pursuits
• Demonstrate teamwork skills in group activities and projects
• Show respect for gender equality in their interactions with peers
• Use problem-solving skills when facing difficulties in studies or life
• Appreciate Indian achievements and feel proud of their country's accomplishments
• Practice perseverance when faced with obstacles in their personal goals

3. Introduction (5 minutes)

Engaging Questions:

1. "Have you ever heard of someone sailing around the entire world? What do you think are the challenges they might face?"
2. "Can you name some famous Indian women who have made the country proud?"
3. "What comes to your mind when you hear 'women empowerment'?"
4. "Do you think sailing in the ocean is easy? What skills would you need?"
5. "Have you ever worked as a team to solve a problem? How did it help?"

4. Reading and Understanding (8 minutes)

New Vocabulary with Meanings:

Word	Meaning	Example Sentence
Circumnavigate	To travel all the way around something, especially the Earth	The crew circumnavigated the globe in 254 days
Indigenously	Naturally; innately; produced within the country	The boat was built indigenously in India
Skippered	Acted as captain of a vessel	Lt. Cdr. Vartika Joshi skippered the crew
Expedition	Journey made for exploration or adventure	The expedition lasted for 254 days
Replenishment	Restoration of supplies to former level	They stopped for replenishment of food and water
Apprehensive	Anxious or fearful about something unpleasant	Families were apprehensive about the dangerous journey
Auxiliary	Additional; used as backup	They didn't use any auxiliary means of propulsion
Bio-luminescence	Production of light by living organisms	They witnessed bio-luminescence in the ocean

5. Mind Map

                    INSV TARINI EXPEDITION
                           |
        ┌─────────────────┼─────────────────┐
        │                 │                 │
    THE BOAT         THE CREW          THE JOURNEY
        │                 │                 │
   ┌────┴────┐      ┌────┴────┐      ┌────┴────┐
   │         │      │         │      │         │
55-foot   Built in  6 Women   Led by   254 Days  5 Legs
Sailing   Goa by    Officers  Vartika    Start:   4 Ports
Vessel    Aquarius           Joshi     Sep 2017   Stopovers
         Shipyard                       End:      
                                      May 2018    
   │                 │                 │
Named after     Trained for      Challenges:
Tara-Tarini     3 years at       • Storms
Temple         INWTC Mumbai     • Equipment repair
              & Kochi           • Teamwork
                                • Food management

6. Consolidation and Presentation (8 minutes)

Summary of the Lesson:

The lesson presents the inspiring story of India's first all-women naval crew who circumnavigated the globe aboard INSV Tarini. Led by Lt. Cdr. Vartika Joshi, the six-member team completed this historic 254-day journey from September 2017 to May 2018. The expedition was part of the Navika Sagar Parikrama project, aimed at promoting women empowerment and showcasing India's maritime capabilities.

The crew underwent rigorous three-year training at naval centers in Mumbai and Kochi. They faced numerous challenges including severe storms, equipment failures, and the psychological pressure of being constantly watched by the nation. Their success broke many stereotypes and proved that gender doesn't determine one's ability to achieve extraordinary feats.

The expedition also served environmental purposes by collecting meteorological data and monitoring marine pollution. The story emphasizes values of teamwork, honesty, determination, and national pride.

7. Reinforcement (5 minutes)

Additional Information:

• Historical Context: This was the first time an all-women crew from any country circumnavigated the globe
• Technical Achievement: The boat was equipped with advanced Raymarine navigation systems and satellite communication
• Environmental Impact: The expedition used renewable energy sources and contributed to climate research
• International Recognition: The achievement was recognized globally and inspired women worldwide
• Cultural Significance: Four of the six crew members were from mountainous regions, making their ocean mastery even more remarkable
• Safety Measures: The crew followed strict rules of circumnavigation without using auxiliary engines
• Global Route: They covered major oceans including the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans

8. Evaluation

a) Lower Order Thinking Question (Knowledge/Comprehension)

Question: "What does INSV stand for, and when was INSV Tarini commissioned to the Indian Navy service?"

Expected Answer: INSV stands for Indian Naval Ship Vessel. INSV Tarini was commissioned to the Indian Navy service on 18 February 2017.

b) Middle Order Thinking Question (Application/Analysis)

Question: "Analyze the challenges faced by the crew during their expedition and explain how teamwork helped them overcome these difficulties."

Expected Answer: The crew faced storms with 9-10 meter high waves, equipment breakdowns, food and water management issues, and psychological pressure. Teamwork helped them by allowing different members to contribute their skills - some would heat water and gloves during storms while others maintained watch, they could discuss multiple solutions to problems, and they supported each other emotionally during difficult times.

c) Higher Order Thinking Question (Synthesis/Evaluation)

Question: "Evaluate the significance of this expedition for women empowerment in India and create a plan for how similar achievements can inspire more women to pursue challenging careers."

Expected Answer: This expedition broke gender stereotypes by proving women can handle extreme physical and mental challenges. It can inspire more women by: creating awareness programs in schools, establishing mentorship programs, providing equal opportunities in defense services, showcasing role models through media, and implementing policies that support women in non-traditional fields.

9. Remedial Teaching

Strategy for Slow Learners:

1. Visual Aids: Use maps, pictures of the boat, and route diagrams to help visual learners understand the journey
2. Simplified Language: Break down complex sentences into shorter, simpler ones
3. Peer Support: Pair slow learners with advanced students for reading and discussion
4. Repetition: Repeat key concepts multiple times using different examples
5. Interactive Activities: Use role-play where students act as crew members discussing challenges
6. Step-by-Step Approach: Break the lesson into smaller segments with frequent comprehension checks
7. Audio Support: Read aloud important passages with proper emphasis and pacing
8. Real-life Connections: Connect the story to students' own experiences of teamwork and overcoming challenges

10. Writing Activity (8 minutes)

Writing Task: "Imagine you are one of the crew members of INSV Tarini. Write a diary entry (150-200 words) describing one challenging day during your expedition. Include:

• The challenge you faced
• How you felt
• How your team helped you
• What you learned from the experience"

Guidelines:

• Use first-person narrative
• Include descriptive language about the sea and weather
• Show emotions and team spirit
• End with a positive note about overcoming difficulties

11. Follow-up Activities

Homework Assignment:

1. Research Task: Find information about one other Indian woman who has achieved something extraordinary in any field (sports, science, arts, etc.) and prepare a 2-minute presentation

Additional Activities:

2. Creative Project: Design a poster promoting women empowerment with the slogan "She Can, She Will, She Did" featuring the INSV Tarini crew
3. Interview Simulation: Prepare questions you would ask Lt. Cdr. Vartika Joshi if you met her
4. Map Work: On a world map, trace the route taken by INSV Tarini and mark the four ports where they stopped

Extended Learning:

5. Group Discussion: Organize a class debate on "Traditional gender roles vs. Modern opportunities for women"
6. Community Connection: Invite a local woman achiever to speak to the class about her journey and challenges

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Assessment Criteria:

• Understanding of content (25%)
• Vocabulary usage (20%)
• Participation in discussions (20%)
• Writing quality (20%)
• Application of learning (15%)

Resources Needed:

• World map
• Pictures of INSV Tarini
• Audio-visual equipment for presentations
• Chart paper for mind mapping
• Markers and colored pencils