Jack: Straight from the Gut Activities & Classroom Projects

Fun Classroom Activities

The 20 enjoyable, interactive classroom activities that are included will help your students understand the text in amusing ways. Fun Classroom Activities include group projects, games, critical thinking activities, brainstorming sessions, writing poems, drawing or sketching, and more that will allow your students to interact with each other, be creative, and ultimately grasp key concepts from the text by "doing" rather than simply studying.

1. Watch TV

Watch video recordings of Jack Welch to hear him speak on various business topics. If you cannot find a recording of his CNBC show, use YouTube for a wide source of Jack Welch interviews.

2. Write a book review

Write a book review for Jack: Straight from the Gut. Post your review online. Bring a copy of the report along with the link to the teacher for credit.

3. Cast a movie

If you were a casting agent for a...
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