This learning experience aims to deepen students' understanding of social and economic divisions through the lens of "The Great Gatsby" while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By engaging with community partners and exploring real-world inequalities, students will connect literary themes to contemporary issues, enhancing their sense of identity and belonging. Through collaborative projects and reflective storytelling, students will develop self-directed learning competencies and present actionable community solutions, culminating in a dynamic exhibition that showcases their insights and proposals. Throughout the project, students will engage in self-assessment moments, allowing them to reflect on their learning progress and adjust their approaches as needed.

Students will analyze and compare the themes of social and economic divisions in The Great Gatsby with contemporary issues in their community, enhancing their understanding of historical and modern inequalities. They will develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by creating actionable community proposals, supported by research and collaboration with local organizations. Through self-directed learning and reflection, students will build self-knowledge and academic mindset, fostering a sense of identity and belonging while engaging in meaningful community-based projects. Students will engage in regular self-assessment moments to evaluate their progress and adapt their learning strategies, ensuring a personalized and reflective learning journey.

Students will create multimedia presentations comparing social and economic divisions in The Great Gatsby to those in their own community, integrating interviews with local leaders and community members as evidence. They will develop a community action plan addressing a specific social inequality, supported by research and data, with moments for self-assessment throughout the process. Additionally, students will compile a digital storytelling project featuring images, quotes, and personal reflections, highlighting connections between the novel's themes and their community experiences. These products will be showcased during the 'Gatsby Gala' through interactive booths and live presentations.

Begin the project with a 'Community Connections Workshop,' where students engage with local community leaders and service organizations to discuss modern social inequalities. Facilitate interactive discussions that draw parallels between the themes in The Great Gatsby and current community challenges. Incorporate self-assessment moments where students reflect on their understanding of the novel's themes and their relevance to their own community experiences, fostering a deeper connection to their sense of place and identity.

Students will host a 'Gatsby Gala' where they present their community action plans through interactive booths. Each booth will feature visual aids, digital storytelling projects, and live presentations that connect The Great Gatsby's themes to modern social inequalities. Community members and partners will be invited to engage with students' proposals, offering feedback and fostering dialogue on the challenges and solutions presented. Throughout the event, students will conduct self-assessments, reflecting on their presentations and the feedback received to identify areas for personal growth and future improvement.