Lessons and Homework: Quarter 4
Tuesday, April 8th
1. vocab: behemoth, imminent, ineluctable, portend, imperative
2. journal: Reflection on Assembly: Dangers in Teen Driving
3. School Climate Survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2GV6FTN.
4. Persuasive Speech Project Introduction: Prove that a problem in the world/nation/community is severe and that your classmates must participate
A> Read 50 Facts that should change the world
B> Answer Ethical Inventory Questions
Link to Questions
C> Brainstorm for your Persuasive Speech project: Severe Problem & Solution
Mindmap Problems in the world and solutions for your classmates (on web or in journal)
D> Credible Source Page & Note-taking Skills
Essential Research Question: What is a problem in the world and how can I engage my classmates to participate in a solution?
OUTLINE:
1- Intro (Background Info)
A> Interest Catcher (interesting quote, fact, or question to the audience)
B> Background Info on your subject to engage audience in the topic
C> Thesis (last sentence of Intro): _________ is a problem and we all must be part of a
solution.
2> Prove Severity of Problem - Facts/anecdotes that prove your issue is DIRE!
3> Propose Solutions (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
4> Counter-arguments and Rebuttals (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
5> Conclusion:
A> Restate thesis in new words with added information
B> Summarize your main points
C> Discuss an overarching analysis - implication of the future
D> Leave your audience with a call to action
6> Annotated Bibliography
Sources in the correct format in alphabetical order
Annotations: 1. Who is the source?
2. Why is it credible?
3. How has it helped your research?
Link to Problem/Solution Speech resources
Ideas for Projects:
Homelessness
Discrimination (Gender, Sexuality, Race)
Global Warming
Ocean Pollution
Endangered Species
Environmental Pollution
Bullying
Child Soldiers
Overpopulation
Overconsumption
Eat Organic
Eat Local
Factory Farming
Animal Cruelty
Sex Trafficking
Teen Suicide
Anorexia/Bulimia/Body Image
Mental Illness
Guns in Schools
Guns in America
Skateboarding is not a Crime
Plastics in the Environment
Violence in Video Games/Media
Addiction to Technology
Drugs/Drug Addiction
Drugs in Sports
Gap between the rich and the poor
Child Labor
Corporate Oppression
War/International Violence
Death Penalty
Legal Issues/Infringement on Rights
People in Prisons & Jails
Obesity in Children/in America
Dependence on Oil
Alternative Energy
Poverty
Economic Issues
Health Topics
Child Abuse
GMOs
1. vocab: behemoth, imminent, ineluctable, portend, imperative
2. journal: Reflection on Assembly: Dangers in Teen Driving
3. School Climate Survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2GV6FTN.
4. Persuasive Speech Project Introduction: Prove that a problem in the world/nation/community is severe and that your classmates must participate
A> Read 50 Facts that should change the world
B> Answer Ethical Inventory Questions
Link to Questions
C> Brainstorm for your Persuasive Speech project: Severe Problem & Solution
Mindmap Problems in the world and solutions for your classmates (on web or in journal)
D> Credible Source Page & Note-taking Skills
Essential Research Question: What is a problem in the world and how can I engage my classmates to participate in a solution?
OUTLINE:
1- Intro (Background Info)
A> Interest Catcher (interesting quote, fact, or question to the audience)
B> Background Info on your subject to engage audience in the topic
C> Thesis (last sentence of Intro): _________ is a problem and we all must be part of a
solution.
2> Prove Severity of Problem - Facts/anecdotes that prove your issue is DIRE!
3> Propose Solutions (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
4> Counter-arguments and Rebuttals (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
5> Conclusion:
A> Restate thesis in new words with added information
B> Summarize your main points
C> Discuss an overarching analysis - implication of the future
D> Leave your audience with a call to action
6> Annotated Bibliography
Sources in the correct format in alphabetical order
Annotations: 1. Who is the source?
2. Why is it credible?
3. How has it helped your research?
Link to Problem/Solution Speech resources
Ideas for Projects:
Homelessness
Discrimination (Gender, Sexuality, Race)
Global Warming
Ocean Pollution
Endangered Species
Environmental Pollution
Bullying
Child Soldiers
Overpopulation
Overconsumption
Eat Organic
Eat Local
Factory Farming
Animal Cruelty
Sex Trafficking
Teen Suicide
Anorexia/Bulimia/Body Image
Mental Illness
Guns in Schools
Guns in America
Skateboarding is not a Crime
Plastics in the Environment
Violence in Video Games/Media
Addiction to Technology
Drugs/Drug Addiction
Drugs in Sports
Gap between the rich and the poor
Child Labor
Corporate Oppression
War/International Violence
Death Penalty
Legal Issues/Infringement on Rights
People in Prisons & Jails
Obesity in Children/in America
Dependence on Oil
Alternative Energy
Poverty
Economic Issues
Health Topics
Child Abuse
GMOs
Homework: 1. Complete Credible Source Page for 2 sources on 2 different topics
2. Take 2 pages of notes on two different topics (1 pages each: record source and 8-10 facts for each topic)- determine which is more interesting to you/can be more persuasive with your peer group
2. Take 2 pages of notes on two different topics (1 pages each: record source and 8-10 facts for each topic)- determine which is more interesting to you/can be more persuasive with your peer group
Thursday, April 10th
1. vocab: paramount, cardinal, predisposed, zealous, partial
2. journal: Checklist: Profiling your Audience
3. Practice for Smarter Balance Test - Identifying and analyzing author's claims
4. Research: Note-Taking - continue to take notes ON both sides of the issue - RECORD YOUR SOURCE, AUTHOR & DATE ACCESSED!!!!
--> Find facts on...
A> Severity of your problem
B> Quotes from Experts in the field
B> How it relates affects your audience
C> Other Sides of the issue & counter arguments
D> Solutions for this problem
E> Proof that these solutions are effective
Homework: Credible Source Page & 5 total pages of notes from 4 - 5 credible sources. (4 NEW pages of notes to accompany the 1 page you have already taken). Keep track of sources - take notes on ONLY ONE side of the page, skipping lines between notes
1. vocab: paramount, cardinal, predisposed, zealous, partial
2. journal: Checklist: Profiling your Audience
3. Practice for Smarter Balance Test - Identifying and analyzing author's claims
4. Research: Note-Taking - continue to take notes ON both sides of the issue - RECORD YOUR SOURCE, AUTHOR & DATE ACCESSED!!!!
--> Find facts on...
A> Severity of your problem
B> Quotes from Experts in the field
B> How it relates affects your audience
C> Other Sides of the issue & counter arguments
D> Solutions for this problem
E> Proof that these solutions are effective
Homework: Credible Source Page & 5 total pages of notes from 4 - 5 credible sources. (4 NEW pages of notes to accompany the 1 page you have already taken). Keep track of sources - take notes on ONLY ONE side of the page, skipping lines between notes
Tuesday, April 15th
**Mr. Anderson is subbing: Please complete lesson IN ORDER, independently
1. vocab: concede: admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.
2. journal: Answer Packet Checklist: The Beginning & Introducing the Problem
**Mr. Anderson is subbing: Please complete lesson IN ORDER, independently
1. vocab: concede: admit that something is true or valid after first denying or resisting it.
2. journal: Answer Packet Checklist: The Beginning & Introducing the Problem
3. Read the following wesbite and USE MLA format as you begin to write:
A) MLA Format &
B) Citing Sources - Citing your sources IN THE TEXT as you write
4. Read: 2-3 Problem/Solution student examples &
2+ professional persuasive essays under resources tab
5. Worktime: Problem/Solution Speech
1. Create a code for each of your credible sources (1-5 or A-E) and record this code next
to each fact from that source) [ie - all facts from source "A" should have an "A" next to
the fact before it is cut from the page]
2. Cut out each fact from the page, so that each individual fact includes the source code
3. Take 5 sheets of blank paper and label them with the following categories:
A- Intro (Background Info)
B - Facts that prove Severity of Problem
C - Solutions & Proof that solutions are effective
D - Counter Arguments & Rebuttals
E - Overarching analysis
3. Sort your notes into the corresponding category pile
4. Paste down the notes on each page in the order you will use them in the paragraph,
leaving space for commentaries in between.
5. You now have the outline for your essay
6. Write your introduction:
A> Interest Catcher (interesting quote, fact, or question to the audience)
B> Background Info on your subject to engage audience in the topic
C> Thesis (last sentence of Intro): _________ is a problem and we all must be part of a
solution.
Homework: Write your Introduction, MLA FORMAT, due Thursday
A) MLA Format &
B) Citing Sources - Citing your sources IN THE TEXT as you write
4. Read: 2-3 Problem/Solution student examples &
2+ professional persuasive essays under resources tab
5. Worktime: Problem/Solution Speech
1. Create a code for each of your credible sources (1-5 or A-E) and record this code next
to each fact from that source) [ie - all facts from source "A" should have an "A" next to
the fact before it is cut from the page]
2. Cut out each fact from the page, so that each individual fact includes the source code
3. Take 5 sheets of blank paper and label them with the following categories:
A- Intro (Background Info)
B - Facts that prove Severity of Problem
C - Solutions & Proof that solutions are effective
D - Counter Arguments & Rebuttals
E - Overarching analysis
3. Sort your notes into the corresponding category pile
4. Paste down the notes on each page in the order you will use them in the paragraph,
leaving space for commentaries in between.
5. You now have the outline for your essay
6. Write your introduction:
A> Interest Catcher (interesting quote, fact, or question to the audience)
B> Background Info on your subject to engage audience in the topic
C> Thesis (last sentence of Intro): _________ is a problem and we all must be part of a
solution.
Homework: Write your Introduction, MLA FORMAT, due Thursday
Thursday, April 17th
1. vocab: rebuttal
2. journal: A) They Say, I Say
B) CD, CM (relate fact to audience)
3. quiz: MLA Format
4. Body Paragraphs: Using facts to prove (logos) and building upon the opinions of other credible sources (ethos), Weaving CDs and CMs
5. worktime: Problem/Solution Paper
Write your body Paragraphs -
A> Severity
B> Solutions (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
C> Counter-arguments and Rebuttals (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
Homework: Complete the first body paragraph of paper (Prove the Severity of your issue) - Paragraph 2
1. vocab: rebuttal
2. journal: A) They Say, I Say
B) CD, CM (relate fact to audience)
3. quiz: MLA Format
4. Body Paragraphs: Using facts to prove (logos) and building upon the opinions of other credible sources (ethos), Weaving CDs and CMs
5. worktime: Problem/Solution Paper
Write your body Paragraphs -
A> Severity
B> Solutions (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
C> Counter-arguments and Rebuttals (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
Homework: Complete the first body paragraph of paper (Prove the Severity of your issue) - Paragraph 2
Friday, April 18th
1. Transition Words: Hence, Although, Consequently, However, Therefore, Thus...
2. worktime: Problem Solution Speech
A) Solutions Paragraph (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
B) Counter-Arguments & Rebuttals Paragraph (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
Homework: Finish Solutions & Counter-Argument & Rebuttals Paragraph
(Paragraphs 3 & 4)
1. Transition Words: Hence, Although, Consequently, However, Therefore, Thus...
2. worktime: Problem Solution Speech
A) Solutions Paragraph (propose solutions that you audience can participate in and prove
that this will be effective)
B) Counter-Arguments & Rebuttals Paragraph (Discuss why others would object to your
issue and rebute these oppositions)
Homework: Finish Solutions & Counter-Argument & Rebuttals Paragraph
(Paragraphs 3 & 4)
Tuesday, April 22: work period: Problem/Solution Speech
*Ms. Woodie is subbing; please work through the following list independently, and ask her for help on your speech)
1. Visit: Annotated Bibliography Instructions, Purdue University
2. Input your sources into easybib.com & Create a Bibliography (add annotations) & Print
**You may need to go back to the website used to get more information
*Use the credible source page that you filled out when you collected sources
3. Annotate your Bibliography: Add a few sentences after each source identifying it, discussing why you found it to be credible, and how you used the information in your paper
4. Write your Conclusion:
A> Restate your thesis in new words with added information
B> Summarize main points
C> Analyze the universal implications of your topic
D> Leave the audience with a call to action
5. Revisit the MLA format and revise your paper to fit the MLA specifications6. Make sure your sources are cited: In-text Citations
6. Edit for grammar, and revise for meaning (Read Aloud to yourself to hear errors)
7. Add Pathos - more emotional words, use thesaurus!
Homework: 1. Complete ALL parts of paper (5 paragraphs/sections & annotated bibliography) = Complete 1st Draft
**YOU WILL BE SUBMITTING THIS PAPER THROUGH turnitin.com
PERIOD 1: class ID - 7799127 password: student
PERIOD 2: class ID - 7799182 password: student
Thursday, April 24th
1. vocab: gesticulation
2. journal: Checklist: Revising to Strengthen the Argument
3. Peer Edit Draft of Paper - Use Revising Rubric
4. Conference with Ms. Rankin
5. Revise & Edit: Complete Final Draft
Homework: Final Draft of Problem Solution Paper/Speech due Tuesday
Tuesday, April 29th
1. vocab: flummoxed, persnickety, obstinate
2. journal; A Day in the Life of a _________
3. Smarter Balance Test Practice
Homework: Read Prologue & Ch. 1 of Neverwhere (p. 1-28)
Thursday, May 1st
Smarter Balance Testing: English Language Arts
Homework: Read Ch. of 2-3 of Neverwhere (p 28-69)
Friday, May 2nd
Smarter Balance Test: Math
Homework: Read Ch. of 4-5 of Neverwhere (p. 70-134)
Tuesday, May 6th
Smarter Balance Test: English Performance Class
Homework: Read Ch. 6-7 of Neverwhere (p. 135-164)
Thursday, May 8th
Homework: Read Ch. 8-9 of Neverwhere (p.165-198)
Tuesday, May 13th
1. Complete Smarter Balance Test:
- English Performance Task (Contagious Diseases)
- Any parts that need to be completed
2. Work on FINAL DRAFT of problem/Solution Speech - due by beginning of class Thursday
Homework: 1. FINAL DRAFT of Speech due Thursday by START OF CLASS2. Read Neverwhere Ch. 10-11 (p. 199-240)
Thursday, May 15th
1. Final Draft of Problem/Solution Speech Due
2. journal: Public Speaking Techniques
3. watch: Public Persausive Speeches:
John F Kennedy, Obama, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, etc...
4. worktime: Problem Solution Speech
A> Highlight Speech
B> Create Powerpoint/Keynote/Prezi/i-movie Presentation to accompany your speech
Homework: 1. Work on Visual Presentation to accompany Speech
2. Vocab Sentences for Neverwhere
Friday, May 16th
1. Go over Vocab List: Neverwhere
2. Work on Powerpoint/Prezi/Keynote Presentations
3. Discuss Neverwhere Ch. 1-12
Homework: Read Ch. 12-13 of Neverwhere (p. 241-268)
2. Rehearse/Prepare for your speech
Tuesday, May 20th
Present Speeches
Homework: Read Ch. 14-16 of Neverwhere (p. 269-318)
Thursday, May 22nd
Present Speeches
Homework: Read Ch. 17-19 of Neverwhere (p.318-349)
Tuesday, May 27th
1. vocab: Neverwhere vocab set
2. journal: Characterization: Neverwhere
3. quiz: Ch 1-16 Neverwhere
4. Discussion: Neverwhere Ch. 1-19/Bloom's Taxonomy
Homework: 1. Read Ch. 20-END of Neverwhere (p. 350-370)
Thursday, May 29th
1. VOCAB TEST: Neverwhere Vocab
2. Final Self-Assessment of the YEAR
3. Socratic Seminar Prep Neverwhere: Compare themes to outside examples/texts
Homework: Finish Self-Assessment
Friday, May 30th: Final Self-Assessment & Journal Due
1. vocab: indubitably
2. journal: Critical Review of Neverwhere
3. Socratic Seminar: Neverwhere
Homework: Study for Final Exam on Neverwhere
HAND IN ANY WORK THAT YOU WANT CREDIT FOR!!!!
Tuesday & Thursday, May 3rd & 5th - FINAL EXAM
Literary Terms & Topics: Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman
Friday, June 6th - GRADUATION
***ALL STUDENTS ATTEND
*Ms. Woodie is subbing; please work through the following list independently, and ask her for help on your speech)
1. Visit: Annotated Bibliography Instructions, Purdue University
2. Input your sources into easybib.com & Create a Bibliography (add annotations) & Print
**You may need to go back to the website used to get more information
*Use the credible source page that you filled out when you collected sources
3. Annotate your Bibliography: Add a few sentences after each source identifying it, discussing why you found it to be credible, and how you used the information in your paper
4. Write your Conclusion:
A> Restate your thesis in new words with added information
B> Summarize main points
C> Analyze the universal implications of your topic
D> Leave the audience with a call to action
5. Revisit the MLA format and revise your paper to fit the MLA specifications6. Make sure your sources are cited: In-text Citations
6. Edit for grammar, and revise for meaning (Read Aloud to yourself to hear errors)
7. Add Pathos - more emotional words, use thesaurus!
Homework: 1. Complete ALL parts of paper (5 paragraphs/sections & annotated bibliography) = Complete 1st Draft
**YOU WILL BE SUBMITTING THIS PAPER THROUGH turnitin.com
PERIOD 1: class ID - 7799127 password: student
PERIOD 2: class ID - 7799182 password: student
Thursday, April 24th
1. vocab: gesticulation
2. journal: Checklist: Revising to Strengthen the Argument
3. Peer Edit Draft of Paper - Use Revising Rubric
4. Conference with Ms. Rankin
5. Revise & Edit: Complete Final Draft
Homework: Final Draft of Problem Solution Paper/Speech due Tuesday
Tuesday, April 29th
1. vocab: flummoxed, persnickety, obstinate
2. journal; A Day in the Life of a _________
3. Smarter Balance Test Practice
Homework: Read Prologue & Ch. 1 of Neverwhere (p. 1-28)
Thursday, May 1st
Smarter Balance Testing: English Language Arts
Homework: Read Ch. of 2-3 of Neverwhere (p 28-69)
Friday, May 2nd
Smarter Balance Test: Math
Homework: Read Ch. of 4-5 of Neverwhere (p. 70-134)
Tuesday, May 6th
Smarter Balance Test: English Performance Class
Homework: Read Ch. 6-7 of Neverwhere (p. 135-164)
Thursday, May 8th
Homework: Read Ch. 8-9 of Neverwhere (p.165-198)
Tuesday, May 13th
1. Complete Smarter Balance Test:
- English Performance Task (Contagious Diseases)
- Any parts that need to be completed
2. Work on FINAL DRAFT of problem/Solution Speech - due by beginning of class Thursday
Homework: 1. FINAL DRAFT of Speech due Thursday by START OF CLASS2. Read Neverwhere Ch. 10-11 (p. 199-240)
Thursday, May 15th
1. Final Draft of Problem/Solution Speech Due
2. journal: Public Speaking Techniques
3. watch: Public Persausive Speeches:
John F Kennedy, Obama, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, etc...
4. worktime: Problem Solution Speech
A> Highlight Speech
B> Create Powerpoint/Keynote/Prezi/i-movie Presentation to accompany your speech
Homework: 1. Work on Visual Presentation to accompany Speech
2. Vocab Sentences for Neverwhere
Friday, May 16th
1. Go over Vocab List: Neverwhere
2. Work on Powerpoint/Prezi/Keynote Presentations
3. Discuss Neverwhere Ch. 1-12
Homework: Read Ch. 12-13 of Neverwhere (p. 241-268)
2. Rehearse/Prepare for your speech
Tuesday, May 20th
Present Speeches
Homework: Read Ch. 14-16 of Neverwhere (p. 269-318)
Thursday, May 22nd
Present Speeches
Homework: Read Ch. 17-19 of Neverwhere (p.318-349)
Tuesday, May 27th
1. vocab: Neverwhere vocab set
2. journal: Characterization: Neverwhere
3. quiz: Ch 1-16 Neverwhere
4. Discussion: Neverwhere Ch. 1-19/Bloom's Taxonomy
Homework: 1. Read Ch. 20-END of Neverwhere (p. 350-370)
Thursday, May 29th
1. VOCAB TEST: Neverwhere Vocab
2. Final Self-Assessment of the YEAR
3. Socratic Seminar Prep Neverwhere: Compare themes to outside examples/texts
Homework: Finish Self-Assessment
Friday, May 30th: Final Self-Assessment & Journal Due
1. vocab: indubitably
2. journal: Critical Review of Neverwhere
3. Socratic Seminar: Neverwhere
Homework: Study for Final Exam on Neverwhere
HAND IN ANY WORK THAT YOU WANT CREDIT FOR!!!!
Tuesday & Thursday, May 3rd & 5th - FINAL EXAM
Literary Terms & Topics: Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman
Friday, June 6th - GRADUATION
***ALL STUDENTS ATTEND