Fourth Quarter Units:
The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald
Schedule
SGQ
Vocabulary
Quizzes any day: see lessons below.
Test on Wednesday, May 9, 2018
Literary Analysis-in-class: May 10 and May 11, 2018.
Writing conferences May 14 through May 21, 2018.
College Essay writing unit beginning May 14, 2108.
Final College Essay (Typed) due on turnitin.com on May 21.
Short Story unit begins May 21.
Regents Review in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
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The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald
Schedule
SGQ
Vocabulary
Quizzes any day: see lessons below.
Test on Wednesday, May 9, 2018
Literary Analysis-in-class: May 10 and May 11, 2018.
Writing conferences May 14 through May 21, 2018.
College Essay writing unit beginning May 14, 2108.
Final College Essay (Typed) due on turnitin.com on May 21.
Short Story unit begins May 21.
Regents Review in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, April 23, 2018
Do Now: Review character chart: Who are Nick?Tom Buchanan?Daisy Buchanan? Jordan Baker? George Wilson? Myrtle Wilson? Find one word that best describes each of these characters.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. How does Nick get along with each of these characters?
2. How do each of these characters treat Nick?
3. How does Nick respond to them?
4. What does the movie show us about these characters? this world?
Aims: What are these people like? How does the narrator respond? What does the narrator think about this world?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule: chapters 5-6 due tomorrow (Vocab. and SGQ).
II. Tuesday, April 24, 2018: Homework Check Today!
Do Now: With your group: what similar event takes place in chapters 1, 2, 3?
Describe these events and explain Nick's reaction to them.
A. The Great Gatsby by Fitzgerald:
1. What does Nick get invited to in Chapter 1? Chapter 2? Chapter 3?
2. What does he learn?
3. Who does he meet?
4. How does he feel after he leaves?
5. What does the movie reveal about these events?
Aims: Describe this NEW world that Nick steps into? How does he get in? How does he feel? How do we feel?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
III. Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Do Now: With your group: based upon the events of the first three chapters: what kind of people are these? What is important to them? How do they live? How do they treat others? Find quotes that prove your answers. Include page numbers.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Why does the author choose these ways to describe this world?
2. What about Nick's reaction to each of these events?
3. Which quotes best reflect these people and this world?
Aims: Using character, plot, and quotes, what is the author's purpose?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
IV. Thursday, April 26, 2018
Do Now: With your group complete the worksheet on symbols.
A. The Great Gatsby by Fitzgerald:
1. What do these symbols mean?
2. How do these symbols fit into the story?
3. How do they enhance the story or emphasize important concepts?
Aims: Why does the author use these symbols in his story? What purpose do they serve?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
V. Friday, April 27, 2018: Quiz today! Homework Check!
Do Now: Prepare for quiz. Clear your desks. Pen?
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Quiz #2.
1. What is Nick's reaction to Daisy?
2. What happens to Nick at Myrtle's party that he says "he has only done twice
before"? Why?
3. What happens to Tom and Myrtle at the end of their party?
4. What is the purpose of all the lists at the beginning of chapter 3?
5. How does the reader first learn about Gatsby? Why?
Extra Credit: Who is Klipspringer? What does he represent?
2. Movie:
a.) What stands out in every scene?
b.) How are all these people similar?
c.) Who is different?
Aims: Assessing knowledge of the novel to be sure of comprehension. Viewing characters and events in the movie: comparing and contrasting to scenes and characters.
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
I. Monday, April 30, 2018
Do Now: What does Jay reveal about himself to Nick? Why? What does Jay want from Nick?
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. How does Jay treat Nick?
2. Why is Jay so interested in Nick?
3. What does Jay want from him?
4. How does Nick react to this?
5. What changes Nick's mind?
Aims: Understanding character motivation and what it leads to in the novel.....
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Review character chart: Who are Nick?Tom Buchanan?Daisy Buchanan? Jordan Baker? George Wilson? Myrtle Wilson? Find one word that best describes each of these characters.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. How does Nick get along with each of these characters?
2. How do each of these characters treat Nick?
3. How does Nick respond to them?
4. What does the movie show us about these characters? this world?
Aims: What are these people like? How does the narrator respond? What does the narrator think about this world?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule: chapters 5-6 due tomorrow (Vocab. and SGQ).
II. Tuesday, April 24, 2018: Homework Check Today!
Do Now: With your group: what similar event takes place in chapters 1, 2, 3?
Describe these events and explain Nick's reaction to them.
A. The Great Gatsby by Fitzgerald:
1. What does Nick get invited to in Chapter 1? Chapter 2? Chapter 3?
2. What does he learn?
3. Who does he meet?
4. How does he feel after he leaves?
5. What does the movie reveal about these events?
Aims: Describe this NEW world that Nick steps into? How does he get in? How does he feel? How do we feel?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
III. Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Do Now: With your group: based upon the events of the first three chapters: what kind of people are these? What is important to them? How do they live? How do they treat others? Find quotes that prove your answers. Include page numbers.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Why does the author choose these ways to describe this world?
2. What about Nick's reaction to each of these events?
3. Which quotes best reflect these people and this world?
Aims: Using character, plot, and quotes, what is the author's purpose?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
IV. Thursday, April 26, 2018
Do Now: With your group complete the worksheet on symbols.
A. The Great Gatsby by Fitzgerald:
1. What do these symbols mean?
2. How do these symbols fit into the story?
3. How do they enhance the story or emphasize important concepts?
Aims: Why does the author use these symbols in his story? What purpose do they serve?
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
V. Friday, April 27, 2018: Quiz today! Homework Check!
Do Now: Prepare for quiz. Clear your desks. Pen?
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Quiz #2.
1. What is Nick's reaction to Daisy?
2. What happens to Nick at Myrtle's party that he says "he has only done twice
before"? Why?
3. What happens to Tom and Myrtle at the end of their party?
4. What is the purpose of all the lists at the beginning of chapter 3?
5. How does the reader first learn about Gatsby? Why?
Extra Credit: Who is Klipspringer? What does he represent?
2. Movie:
a.) What stands out in every scene?
b.) How are all these people similar?
c.) Who is different?
Aims: Assessing knowledge of the novel to be sure of comprehension. Viewing characters and events in the movie: comparing and contrasting to scenes and characters.
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
I. Monday, April 30, 2018
Do Now: What does Jay reveal about himself to Nick? Why? What does Jay want from Nick?
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. How does Jay treat Nick?
2. Why is Jay so interested in Nick?
3. What does Jay want from him?
4. How does Nick react to this?
5. What changes Nick's mind?
Aims: Understanding character motivation and what it leads to in the novel.....
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, April 16, 2018
Do Now: Review the book. What does the author reveal before you
start to read? (Cover? Title page?)
A. The Great Gatsby by Francis Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Introduction:
a.) Sharing of facts (TBCollected)
b.) What did you learn from the covers and title page?
c.) Who is F Scott Fitzgerald?
d.) What were his times like?
2. Who is the narrator of this novel?
3. Setting?
Aims: What was the world like in the 1920's? Who is F S Fitzgerald? What does he reveal through the cover art? What is an epigraph? What is its purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 1-2, vocabulary and SGQ due tomorrow. Always have your materials with you everyday.
II. Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Do Now: With your group: Describe the narrator. What kind of story is he telling? Where does this story take place? Cite page numbers.
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald:
1. Who is the narrator?
2. Can we trust him?
3. Describe the setting. (Check out the packet pages.)
Aims: What is the purpose of the narrator? How can the narrator help the reader? Who is the narrator of this novel? Setting? Language?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule. Always have your materials with you everyday.
III. Wednesday, April 18, 2018:
Do Now: Meet with your group: complete the following:
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 1:
a.) Explain and discuss the following quote with your group:
"Gatsby turned out all right in the end; it is what preyed on Gatsby, what foul dust floated in the wake of his dreams that temporarily close out my interest in the abortive sorrows and short-winded elation of me.." (Page 2-bottom)
What does Nick mean? What information is he revealing to the reader before we even read the story, meet the characters?
3. Describe Tom, Daisy and Jordan. What words does the author use to
describe them? Compare and contrast to Nick.
4. What event takes place at the Buchanan's home?
5. How does it end? How does Nick feel?
Aims: Who are the people of East Egg? What is important to them? How do they spend their lives? How does Nick fit in with them?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 3-4 with vocabulary and SGQ done by Friday, April 20.
IV. Thursday, April 19, 2018
Do Now: With your group: explain and discuss the quote: what does this reveal to the reader? What does the author want us to think?
"I'm scared of him. I'd hate to have him get anything on me."
What does Catherine mean? Who is she talking about? What does the reader think?
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 2:
2. How is the Valley of Ashes described?
3. Who lives there? How are they described?
4. What are the 'Eyes of Doctor T J Eckleburg'? What do they symbolize?
5. What even takes place in this chapter? How does that end? How does
Nick feel?
Aims: Compare and contrast the people from Chapters 1 and 2. What is important to them? How do they spend their days? What do we learn?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 3-4 with vocabulary and SGQ due tomorrow.
V. Friday, April 20, 2018: Prepare for today's quiz!
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Use pen only.
Gatsby Quiz #1:
1. Describe the narrator.
2. What is the setting?
3. What technique does the author use to tell the story?
4. Before we even read his story, what does the narrator reveal about
Gatsby on the second page of the novel?
5. List one symbol and explain how this symbol is connected to the
book. [Do not use the cover picture!]
Extra Credit: What does the cover picture show us?
After the quiz: explain in your notes:
"I never care what I do, so I always have a good time."
What does Lucille mean?
What does this quote represent?
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 3:
2. What happens next door to Nick every weekend?
3. How does the author describe these events? Why? What's his point?
4. What event does Nick attend? What does he learn? How does it end?
Aims: What technique does the author use to emphasize his point? what is his point to the reader?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Review the book. What does the author reveal before you
start to read? (Cover? Title page?)
A. The Great Gatsby by Francis Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Introduction:
a.) Sharing of facts (TBCollected)
b.) What did you learn from the covers and title page?
c.) Who is F Scott Fitzgerald?
d.) What were his times like?
2. Who is the narrator of this novel?
3. Setting?
Aims: What was the world like in the 1920's? Who is F S Fitzgerald? What does he reveal through the cover art? What is an epigraph? What is its purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 1-2, vocabulary and SGQ due tomorrow. Always have your materials with you everyday.
II. Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Do Now: With your group: Describe the narrator. What kind of story is he telling? Where does this story take place? Cite page numbers.
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald:
1. Who is the narrator?
2. Can we trust him?
3. Describe the setting. (Check out the packet pages.)
Aims: What is the purpose of the narrator? How can the narrator help the reader? Who is the narrator of this novel? Setting? Language?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule. Always have your materials with you everyday.
III. Wednesday, April 18, 2018:
Do Now: Meet with your group: complete the following:
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 1:
a.) Explain and discuss the following quote with your group:
"Gatsby turned out all right in the end; it is what preyed on Gatsby, what foul dust floated in the wake of his dreams that temporarily close out my interest in the abortive sorrows and short-winded elation of me.." (Page 2-bottom)
What does Nick mean? What information is he revealing to the reader before we even read the story, meet the characters?
3. Describe Tom, Daisy and Jordan. What words does the author use to
describe them? Compare and contrast to Nick.
4. What event takes place at the Buchanan's home?
5. How does it end? How does Nick feel?
Aims: Who are the people of East Egg? What is important to them? How do they spend their lives? How does Nick fit in with them?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 3-4 with vocabulary and SGQ done by Friday, April 20.
IV. Thursday, April 19, 2018
Do Now: With your group: explain and discuss the quote: what does this reveal to the reader? What does the author want us to think?
"I'm scared of him. I'd hate to have him get anything on me."
What does Catherine mean? Who is she talking about? What does the reader think?
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 2:
2. How is the Valley of Ashes described?
3. Who lives there? How are they described?
4. What are the 'Eyes of Doctor T J Eckleburg'? What do they symbolize?
5. What even takes place in this chapter? How does that end? How does
Nick feel?
Aims: Compare and contrast the people from Chapters 1 and 2. What is important to them? How do they spend their days? What do we learn?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule: Chapters 3-4 with vocabulary and SGQ due tomorrow.
V. Friday, April 20, 2018: Prepare for today's quiz!
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Use pen only.
Gatsby Quiz #1:
1. Describe the narrator.
2. What is the setting?
3. What technique does the author use to tell the story?
4. Before we even read his story, what does the narrator reveal about
Gatsby on the second page of the novel?
5. List one symbol and explain how this symbol is connected to the
book. [Do not use the cover picture!]
Extra Credit: What does the cover picture show us?
After the quiz: explain in your notes:
"I never care what I do, so I always have a good time."
What does Lucille mean?
What does this quote represent?
A. The Great Gatsby by F S Fitzgerald: Chapter 3:
2. What happens next door to Nick every weekend?
3. How does the author describe these events? Why? What's his point?
4. What event does Nick attend? What does he learn? How does it end?
Aims: What technique does the author use to emphasize his point? what is his point to the reader?
HOMEWORK: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Third Quarter:
MACBETH AND OUTSIDE READING:
MACBETH TEST (ALL ACTS) NOW 3/28/18!
Schedule make-up if not in school ASAP!
I. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
A. Schedule
1. Url addresses:
a. PDF http://www.folgerdigitaltexts.org/PDF/Mac.pdf
b. Audio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGBQsQoWvA0
c. Film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wZ2erIRVkA
2. One vocabulary sheet for each act is due every Monday.
Acts I - V Vocabulary
3. Annotations OR SGQ are due the day the act should be fully read.
Act I Study Guide Questions
4. Introduction Packet is due February 2. Introduction Packet
5. Additional dittos will be distributed in class as needed.
B. Assessments:
1. Quizzes will be anytime. See lessons below.
2. 2 Exams: Acts I and II (February 14-WED.) and all acts (March 14- WED.)
3. Project (rubric) recite/act out lines from the play in class or film, due 4/9.
II. Outside Reading Assignment: MODEL Assignment:
A. Instructions
1. Final Book approval on Monday, January 29, 2018. Bring in your book!
2. Read and annotate for book review.
3. Book must be completed by February 28, 2018. Bring in book and notes!
4. Book review:
a. First Draft is due in class on Monday, March 5, 2018.
b. Final copy due in turnitin.com by Wednesday, March 7 and printed
copy in class March 7.
5. Project: 2 Quick Response Codes will be due by Wednesday, March 14.
a. One QR code with your printed book review embedded.
b. Second QR code with audio or filmed reading of your book review.
III. Writing Assignments:
1. Literary Analysis: February 5 -6, 2018
a. In class only: materials will be distributed and students will be given 2
days to complete the assignment.
b. Students will have an individual writing conference with the teacher to
go over the essay's strengths and weaknesses.
c. Students will have the opportunity to do a rewrite after the conference.
2. Book Review will be the second writing assignment for the third quarter.
Students are expected to have their I-Pads fully charged for class and have all materials (MACBETH book, annotations, notes, dittos as well as book review materials).
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, April 9, 2018: Return books by Wednesday, April 11!
Do Now: Review Macbeth project instructions and rubric.
A. Macbeth Project:
1. What must you do to have a successful project?
2. Grade your peers using the rubric: grade and comment.
Aims: Improving speaking skills and comprehension skills.
Homework: Complete reading passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
II. Tuesday, April 10, 2018: Return books Wednesday, April 11 (tomorrow)!
Do Now: Review project instructions and rubric.
A. Macbeth project:
1. What are the two areas that will be graded?
2. Give grade and comment to each peer's performance.
Aims: How can you help others understand the play through your performance? What skills do you need?
Homework: Complete second reading passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
III. Wednesday, April 11, 2018: Books collected today!
Do Now: Review your scores and comments: 1st place? 2nd? 3rd?
A. Macbeth Project:
1. Complete grading your peers.
2. Vote on 1st?2nd?3rd? place winners. (Award Prizes.)
B. Reflection on Shakespeare's Macbeth:
1. What do you think of the the play? Unit?
2. What helped give you a better understanding of the play?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. How does the universe restore order?
2. How does the director bring the play to life?
Aims: What was the purpose of the project? What has helped your comprehension of the play? Why do we still study this play today?
Homework: Complete the 3rd passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
IV. Thursday, April 12, 2018: Macbeth books?
Do Now: Review the 3 reading passages: what did you annotate? How did you complete the MCQ?
A. Reading Comprehension:
1. How do you annotate literature? non-fiction? poetry?
2. What do you note to help you to answer the MCQ?
Aims: What can you do to improve your reading comprehension skills?
Homework: Look up 5 facts (Be sure to note the source!) that you didn't know about F. Scott Fitzgerald, his times, his novel, The Great Gatsby. Write these 5 facts and sources in your notes.
V. Friday, April 13, 2108
Do Now: Review new unit schedule of Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Share your 5 facts/sources.
2. Who is this author?
3. What was his world like?
4. Review the book cover. What have you discovered?
Aims: Introducing new unit: author, his times and his novel....
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Review Macbeth project instructions and rubric.
A. Macbeth Project:
1. What must you do to have a successful project?
2. Grade your peers using the rubric: grade and comment.
Aims: Improving speaking skills and comprehension skills.
Homework: Complete reading passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
II. Tuesday, April 10, 2018: Return books Wednesday, April 11 (tomorrow)!
Do Now: Review project instructions and rubric.
A. Macbeth project:
1. What are the two areas that will be graded?
2. Give grade and comment to each peer's performance.
Aims: How can you help others understand the play through your performance? What skills do you need?
Homework: Complete second reading passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
III. Wednesday, April 11, 2018: Books collected today!
Do Now: Review your scores and comments: 1st place? 2nd? 3rd?
A. Macbeth Project:
1. Complete grading your peers.
2. Vote on 1st?2nd?3rd? place winners. (Award Prizes.)
B. Reflection on Shakespeare's Macbeth:
1. What do you think of the the play? Unit?
2. What helped give you a better understanding of the play?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. How does the universe restore order?
2. How does the director bring the play to life?
Aims: What was the purpose of the project? What has helped your comprehension of the play? Why do we still study this play today?
Homework: Complete the 3rd passage: annotate and complete MCQ.
IV. Thursday, April 12, 2018: Macbeth books?
Do Now: Review the 3 reading passages: what did you annotate? How did you complete the MCQ?
A. Reading Comprehension:
1. How do you annotate literature? non-fiction? poetry?
2. What do you note to help you to answer the MCQ?
Aims: What can you do to improve your reading comprehension skills?
Homework: Look up 5 facts (Be sure to note the source!) that you didn't know about F. Scott Fitzgerald, his times, his novel, The Great Gatsby. Write these 5 facts and sources in your notes.
V. Friday, April 13, 2108
Do Now: Review new unit schedule of Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby.
A. The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald:
1. Share your 5 facts/sources.
2. Who is this author?
3. What was his world like?
4. Review the book cover. What have you discovered?
Aims: Introducing new unit: author, his times and his novel....
Homework: follow Gatsby schedule.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 26, 2018
Schedule Macbeth Make-Up Test ASAP! Test review after school!
Do Now: Answer questions below.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act V: Resolution:
1. In scene 4, what order does Malcolm give his soldiers? Why?
2. Macbeth's reaction to this order?
3. What happens to Lady Macbeth? Why?
4. How does Macbeth feel about this action?
5. In scene 7, what does Macbeth do?
6. Why does Macduff refuse to fight Macbeth's soldiers?
7. How does Macbeth prepare for the battle?
8. Resolution?
9. How is Malcolm like his father?
10. What happens to Scotland?
Aims: How is the universe restored? What is the resolution?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule: test (all acts) on Wednesday, 3/28, project-4/9!
II. Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Make-up tests today! Test Review after school today!
Do Now: Complete literary chart on Shakespeare's Macbeth.
A. Literary Analysis of Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. Literary elements?
2. Author's purpose?
3. Author's techniques?
Aims: How do you analyze Shakespeare's Macbeth? Why do we still study this play today?Review for tomorrow's test.
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule: test (all acts) on Wednesday, 3/28, project-4/9!
III. Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's test.
A. Macbeth Test: All Acts:
1. Use blue or black ink only.
2. Read all directions/questions completely and carefully.
3. Complete all questions. (Educated guess?)
4. Use the test to help you answer questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely (points per question?).
6. Raise your hand to ask any questions.
Aims: assessing content knowledge on unit's work on the play.
Test taking strategies?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth : project, 4/9.
Rest, relax and READ!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Schedule Macbeth Make-Up Test ASAP! Test review after school!
Do Now: Answer questions below.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act V: Resolution:
1. In scene 4, what order does Malcolm give his soldiers? Why?
2. Macbeth's reaction to this order?
3. What happens to Lady Macbeth? Why?
4. How does Macbeth feel about this action?
5. In scene 7, what does Macbeth do?
6. Why does Macduff refuse to fight Macbeth's soldiers?
7. How does Macbeth prepare for the battle?
8. Resolution?
9. How is Malcolm like his father?
10. What happens to Scotland?
Aims: How is the universe restored? What is the resolution?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule: test (all acts) on Wednesday, 3/28, project-4/9!
II. Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Make-up tests today! Test Review after school today!
Do Now: Complete literary chart on Shakespeare's Macbeth.
A. Literary Analysis of Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. Literary elements?
2. Author's purpose?
3. Author's techniques?
Aims: How do you analyze Shakespeare's Macbeth? Why do we still study this play today?Review for tomorrow's test.
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule: test (all acts) on Wednesday, 3/28, project-4/9!
III. Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's test.
A. Macbeth Test: All Acts:
1. Use blue or black ink only.
2. Read all directions/questions completely and carefully.
3. Complete all questions. (Educated guess?)
4. Use the test to help you answer questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely (points per question?).
6. Raise your hand to ask any questions.
Aims: assessing content knowledge on unit's work on the play.
Test taking strategies?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth : project, 4/9.
Rest, relax and READ!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 19, 2018: Macbeth Test (all acts) postponed 3/28/18.
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Elizabeth London visiting today!
1. Activities to help understand Shakespeare's work.
2. Understanding Shakespeare through different methods.
Aims: Becoming involved in activities to help understand Shakespeare's language and work.
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
II. Tuesday, March 20, 2018: First Day of Spring!
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 1-3:
1. How has Lady Macbeth transformed?
2. What are the nobles discussing?
3. How is the universe turning/changing?
Aims: How is guilt shown? What are the consequences shown? How are the witches' new predictions helping Macbeth?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
III. Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 4-6:
1. How do the witches' new predictions fall apart?
2. How does Macbeth experience 'poisoned chalice' ?
3. What is done to restore Scotland?
Aims: What lessons are highlighted through Lady Macbeth and Macbeth? How will Scotland change?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
IV. Thursday, March 22, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
A. Macbeth Quiz #3:
1. How does Lady Macbeth show her guilt?
2. What are the consequences for Lady Macbeth?
3. How do the 2 new predictions of the witches ffor Macbeth's security
work out?
4. How is Scotland?
5. Explain 2 ways that Malcolm compares to his father.
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 7-8:
1. What happens to the witches' predictions?
2. How will Scotland be restored?
3. How does Malcolm show he is a good king like his father, Duncan?
Aims: Scotland's restoration? Lessons/Themes?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
V. Friday, March 23, 2018
Do Now: Work on review sheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Project:
1. View past projects.
2. How do these projects fulfill project requirements?
3. How will you plan your project? (Due 4/9)
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Movie:
1. Which literary elements are highlighted?
2. What do we learn from Macbeth?
3. How do we learn these lessons?
Aims: Understanding the project instructions. How does the movie bring the play to life?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Elizabeth London visiting today!
1. Activities to help understand Shakespeare's work.
2. Understanding Shakespeare through different methods.
Aims: Becoming involved in activities to help understand Shakespeare's language and work.
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
II. Tuesday, March 20, 2018: First Day of Spring!
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 1-3:
1. How has Lady Macbeth transformed?
2. What are the nobles discussing?
3. How is the universe turning/changing?
Aims: How is guilt shown? What are the consequences shown? How are the witches' new predictions helping Macbeth?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
III. Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 4-6:
1. How do the witches' new predictions fall apart?
2. How does Macbeth experience 'poisoned chalice' ?
3. What is done to restore Scotland?
Aims: What lessons are highlighted through Lady Macbeth and Macbeth? How will Scotland change?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
IV. Thursday, March 22, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
A. Macbeth Quiz #3:
1. How does Lady Macbeth show her guilt?
2. What are the consequences for Lady Macbeth?
3. How do the 2 new predictions of the witches ffor Macbeth's security
work out?
4. How is Scotland?
5. Explain 2 ways that Malcolm compares to his father.
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V: scenes 7-8:
1. What happens to the witches' predictions?
2. How will Scotland be restored?
3. How does Malcolm show he is a good king like his father, Duncan?
Aims: Scotland's restoration? Lessons/Themes?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
V. Friday, March 23, 2018
Do Now: Work on review sheets.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Project:
1. View past projects.
2. How do these projects fulfill project requirements?
3. How will you plan your project? (Due 4/9)
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Movie:
1. Which literary elements are highlighted?
2. What do we learn from Macbeth?
3. How do we learn these lessons?
Aims: Understanding the project instructions. How does the movie bring the play to life?
Homework: follow Macbeth Schedule: Test (all acts) March 28 and
project, April 9.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 12, 2018: Go directly to the library!
Do Now: Continue work on Quick Response Codes (QRC) of book review.
A. Quick Response Codes of Outside Reading Book Review:
color printed copy due 3/14:
1. Blue QRCode - embed printed copy of book review.
2. Orange QRCode - embed voice recorded or filmed version of book review.
3. COLOR PRINTED copy due in class on Wednesday, March 14, 2108.
B. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act IV- Scenes 1-3:
1. What are the witches' new predictions for Macbeth?
2. How do the witches use his (Humans) need for security?
3. Where is Macduff? Why?
4. How does Malcolm 'welcome' Macduff? Why?
5. Work on review dittos.
Aims: How can you share your book reviews with others? How will Macbeth and Scotland move towards resolution?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
II. Tuesday, March 13, 2018: Back in the classroom! HWK. CHECK today!
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act IV, Scenes 1-3:
1. Scene 1: Witches' new predictions?
2. Scene 2: Macduff's castle?
3. Scene 3: Macduff and Malcolm in England?
Aims: How does Macbeth prepare for 'the worse of the worse'? What is Malcolm's plan to right his kingdom and the universe?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
III. Wednesday, March 14, 2018: TBC: Color Printed Book Review with 2 QRC!
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Acts IV and V: moving towards resolution:
1. What unusual way does Macbeth deal with Macduff?
2. How does Malcolm deal with Macduff? Why?
3. What is Malcolm's plan to restore Scotland?
4. How is Lady Macbeth's guilty conscience shown?
5. Macbeth's plan?
Aims: How is the universe beginning to be righted? How much does Macbeth count upon the new predictions?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
IV. Thursday, March 15, 2018: Special Assembly Schedule today! Quiz today!
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Quiz #2
1. Use pen ONLY!
2. Answer in complete sentences.
3. Read the question carefully
4. Answer THAT question fully.
5. Review and edit your work.
MACBETH QUIZ #2:
1. How is Macbeth's guilt shown at the banquet in Act III?
2. How does Macbeth know what his lords are thinking and planning?
3. How do the witches' use Macbeth's need for security against him?
4. When Macduff flees Scotland, how does Macbeth strike against him?
5. What does Malcolm do to Macduff when he first comes to England?
B. MACBETH Film:
1. How is Macbeth's transformation shown in the movie?
2. What is the state of Scotland with Macbeth as king?
Aims: Understanding major concepts in Acts III and IV. How can film help your comprehension of the play?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9.
V. Friday, March 16, 2018
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act V: Scenes 1-5:
1. Scene 1: Lady Macbeth's guilt?
2. Scene 2: What do the lords of Scotland discuss?
3. Scene 3: What is Macbeth's concerns?
4. Scene 4: What is Malcolm's command to his troops?
5. Scene 5: What happens to Lady Macbeth? Why? Predictions?
Aims: How is the wheel of karma restoring Scotland? What happens to the witches' predictions?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Continue work on Quick Response Codes (QRC) of book review.
A. Quick Response Codes of Outside Reading Book Review:
color printed copy due 3/14:
1. Blue QRCode - embed printed copy of book review.
2. Orange QRCode - embed voice recorded or filmed version of book review.
3. COLOR PRINTED copy due in class on Wednesday, March 14, 2108.
B. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act IV- Scenes 1-3:
1. What are the witches' new predictions for Macbeth?
2. How do the witches use his (Humans) need for security?
3. Where is Macduff? Why?
4. How does Malcolm 'welcome' Macduff? Why?
5. Work on review dittos.
Aims: How can you share your book reviews with others? How will Macbeth and Scotland move towards resolution?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
II. Tuesday, March 13, 2018: Back in the classroom! HWK. CHECK today!
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act IV, Scenes 1-3:
1. Scene 1: Witches' new predictions?
2. Scene 2: Macduff's castle?
3. Scene 3: Macduff and Malcolm in England?
Aims: How does Macbeth prepare for 'the worse of the worse'? What is Malcolm's plan to right his kingdom and the universe?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
III. Wednesday, March 14, 2018: TBC: Color Printed Book Review with 2 QRC!
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Acts IV and V: moving towards resolution:
1. What unusual way does Macbeth deal with Macduff?
2. How does Malcolm deal with Macduff? Why?
3. What is Malcolm's plan to restore Scotland?
4. How is Lady Macbeth's guilty conscience shown?
5. Macbeth's plan?
Aims: How is the universe beginning to be righted? How much does Macbeth count upon the new predictions?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9. Color copy of printed book review with 2 QRC due March 14, (WED.).
IV. Thursday, March 15, 2018: Special Assembly Schedule today! Quiz today!
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Quiz #2
1. Use pen ONLY!
2. Answer in complete sentences.
3. Read the question carefully
4. Answer THAT question fully.
5. Review and edit your work.
MACBETH QUIZ #2:
1. How is Macbeth's guilt shown at the banquet in Act III?
2. How does Macbeth know what his lords are thinking and planning?
3. How do the witches' use Macbeth's need for security against him?
4. When Macduff flees Scotland, how does Macbeth strike against him?
5. What does Malcolm do to Macduff when he first comes to England?
B. MACBETH Film:
1. How is Macbeth's transformation shown in the movie?
2. What is the state of Scotland with Macbeth as king?
Aims: Understanding major concepts in Acts III and IV. How can film help your comprehension of the play?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9.
V. Friday, March 16, 2018
Do Now: Work on review dittos.
A. MACBETH by Shakespeare: Act V: Scenes 1-5:
1. Scene 1: Lady Macbeth's guilt?
2. Scene 2: What do the lords of Scotland discuss?
3. Scene 3: What is Macbeth's concerns?
4. Scene 4: What is Malcolm's command to his troops?
5. Scene 5: What happens to Lady Macbeth? Why? Predictions?
Aims: How is the wheel of karma restoring Scotland? What happens to the witches' predictions?
Homework: follow MACBETH and Outside Reading schedules. MACBETH test (ALL ACTS) on March 21. Project is due April 9.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 5, 2018
First Draft of Book Review (TYPED and PRINTED!) is Due today! [TBC]
New seats!
Do Now: Answer the following: What is your classroom behavior? How do you complete your homework? How do you take notes? How do you study-prepare for tests?
A. Study Skills: how can you be the most successful student?
1. Class behavior: Smartboard, class notes (Pictures?), focus ( other work, other videos, class homework, eating, drinking restroom, talking?) Teacher pre-evaluating work.
2. Homework: copying, Spark-Notes or E-Notes, lack of effort, lateness.
3. Preparation for writing assignments and tests:
a.) Hwk: reading, annotating, SGQ, vocab., film, audio (Check your work?)
b.) Review notes every night?
c.) Extra help every week? Before tests?
d.) Study: how? when? what?
B. Macbeth Test Review:
1. How do you take a test?
2. How do you follow directions?
3. How to answer questions?
4. Make corrections as we review the test to study for the next test.
Aims: Improving skills through changing behaviors in class at at home. Improving test-taking skills.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
II. Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Homework Check: Act IV today!
Do Now: Exchange your first draft with a partner. Compare and contrast with worksheets.
All information included? Does it fulfill the purpose? Any editing suggestions?
A. Book Review: final printed copy due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class, due Wednesday, March 7.
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Editing?
B. MACBETH Test Review:
1. Complete all sections.
2. Study Skills.
C. Macbeth: Act IV, scenes 1-2-3:
1. What were the witches' new predictions?
2. How do they use Macbeth's need for security against him?
3. What does Macbeth plan for Macduff?
4. Where is Macduff now?
5. What does Malcolm do? Why?
6. What will happen to Macbeth and Scotland?
Aims: What is the only thing that Macbeth thinks he can do? How does he feel? What will happen to Scotland?
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for your recording or video. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
III. Wednesday, March 7, 2018: NO SCHOOL: SNOW DAY!
Final Book Review Due today!
Go directly to the library today:
Period 4-Computer Room and Period 6- Library Classroom.
Do Now: Read and annotate the Quick Response Code worksheet. Answer the questions below.
A. Quick Response Code: QRC #1: embed printed copy of book review:
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you make one? (See worksheet.)
4. You must create 2 QRC:
a.) Embed printed copy of book review in orange.
b.) Embed recording or video of book review in blue.
5. Final Paper is due with printed book review and the 2 QRC in corners. [See Model.]
Aims: How can you share your review easily? How do you create QRC?
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for recording or video. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
IV. Thursday, March 8, 2018
Go directly to the Auditorium for LockDown Presentation!
Sit with class (look for teacher). Attendance will be taken!
Do Now: What is the purpose of a LockDown? What are our procedures?
A. LockDown Presentation by Nassau Police Department:
1. What is a lockdown?
2. Why?
3. Procedures?
Aims: How can we actively protect ourselves? Understanding and learning safety measures.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for recording or video. Go directly to the library tomorrow.
V. Friday, March 9, 2018
Go directly to the library!
Do Now: Be prepared to record or video your reading of your book review today.
A. Quick Response Code #2: Recording or Video:
1. Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Instructions?
4. Create second QRC for final paper.
Aims: Learning how to create Quick Response Code. Improving speaking skills.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) Paper with 2 QRCodes is due Wednesday, March 14 [See model.].
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
First Draft of Book Review (TYPED and PRINTED!) is Due today! [TBC]
New seats!
Do Now: Answer the following: What is your classroom behavior? How do you complete your homework? How do you take notes? How do you study-prepare for tests?
A. Study Skills: how can you be the most successful student?
1. Class behavior: Smartboard, class notes (Pictures?), focus ( other work, other videos, class homework, eating, drinking restroom, talking?) Teacher pre-evaluating work.
2. Homework: copying, Spark-Notes or E-Notes, lack of effort, lateness.
3. Preparation for writing assignments and tests:
a.) Hwk: reading, annotating, SGQ, vocab., film, audio (Check your work?)
b.) Review notes every night?
c.) Extra help every week? Before tests?
d.) Study: how? when? what?
B. Macbeth Test Review:
1. How do you take a test?
2. How do you follow directions?
3. How to answer questions?
4. Make corrections as we review the test to study for the next test.
Aims: Improving skills through changing behaviors in class at at home. Improving test-taking skills.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
II. Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Homework Check: Act IV today!
Do Now: Exchange your first draft with a partner. Compare and contrast with worksheets.
All information included? Does it fulfill the purpose? Any editing suggestions?
A. Book Review: final printed copy due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class, due Wednesday, March 7.
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Editing?
B. MACBETH Test Review:
1. Complete all sections.
2. Study Skills.
C. Macbeth: Act IV, scenes 1-2-3:
1. What were the witches' new predictions?
2. How do they use Macbeth's need for security against him?
3. What does Macbeth plan for Macduff?
4. Where is Macduff now?
5. What does Malcolm do? Why?
6. What will happen to Macbeth and Scotland?
Aims: What is the only thing that Macbeth thinks he can do? How does he feel? What will happen to Scotland?
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for your recording or video. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
III. Wednesday, March 7, 2018: NO SCHOOL: SNOW DAY!
Final Book Review Due today!
Go directly to the library today:
Period 4-Computer Room and Period 6- Library Classroom.
Do Now: Read and annotate the Quick Response Code worksheet. Answer the questions below.
A. Quick Response Code: QRC #1: embed printed copy of book review:
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you make one? (See worksheet.)
4. You must create 2 QRC:
a.) Embed printed copy of book review in orange.
b.) Embed recording or video of book review in blue.
5. Final Paper is due with printed book review and the 2 QRC in corners. [See Model.]
Aims: How can you share your review easily? How do you create QRC?
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for recording or video. Go directly to the library on Wednesday, 3/5 and Friday, 3/9 and the Auditorium on Thursday, 3/8.
IV. Thursday, March 8, 2018
Go directly to the Auditorium for LockDown Presentation!
Sit with class (look for teacher). Attendance will be taken!
Do Now: What is the purpose of a LockDown? What are our procedures?
A. LockDown Presentation by Nassau Police Department:
1. What is a lockdown?
2. Why?
3. Procedures?
Aims: How can we actively protect ourselves? Understanding and learning safety measures.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) due on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Practice reading your book review for recording or video. Go directly to the library tomorrow.
V. Friday, March 9, 2018
Go directly to the library!
Do Now: Be prepared to record or video your reading of your book review today.
A. Quick Response Code #2: Recording or Video:
1. Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Instructions?
4. Create second QRC for final paper.
Aims: Learning how to create Quick Response Code. Improving speaking skills.
Homework: follow Macbeth and Outside Reading schedules. Final Book Review (typed) Paper with 2 QRCodes is due Wednesday, March 14 [See model.].
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, February 26, 2018: Rewrites of the in-class literary essay are due 2/27!
Do Now: Group work: summarize Act III, scenes 1-2-3. Include important lines for each scene that are key to understanding. (Include page and line numbers.)
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1,2,3: Protection and Guilt:
1. What does Banquo think about Macbeth?
2. What does Macbeth think about Banquo?
3. Now that they got what they were 'promised,' how do Macbeth and Lady
Macbeth feel?
4. What is Macbeth's plan for Banquo? How does it work out?
5. How does guilt show up again?
Aim: Understanding a tragic hero through his words and actions.
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside reading. You must finish reading and annotating by Wednesday, February 28. Bring in your book and annotations on 2/28, and be ready to write your book review.
II. Tuesday, February 27, 2018: Rewrites are due today!
Do Now: Group work: summarize Act III, scenes 4-5-6 and be sure to include key lines that help with understanding of each scene.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 4-5-6: Protection and Guilt:
1. What happens at the banquet?
2. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband again?
3. Who is Hecate and what is her plan?
4. What do the noblemen of Scotland think is happening?
5. What will happen to Macduff?
Aims: What does guilt show us? What are Macbeth's thoughts about power?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. You must finish reading and annotating by Wednesday, February 28. Bring in your book and annotations on 2/28, and be ready to write your book review.
III. Wednesday, February 28, 2018: Outside Reading Due Today!
Do Now: Read and annotate the model book reviews. Do they fulfill the purpose? What information is included? Could you decide to read this book base on this review?
A. Book Review: first draft is due on Monday, March 5 and final is due March 7!
1. What is the purpose of any book review?
2. What information should be included?
3. Review your notes on the 2 book review models: what do YOU think?
4. Read third book review model: compare and contrast to others.
5. Using the worksheet, start writing your own book review.
Aims: What is a book review? what information should be included? How does a book review compare to a literary analysis? (Similarities? Differences?)
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, March 1, 2018
Do Now: Work on your book review and exchange with a partner.
A. Book Review: first draft (typed) is due 2/5 and final is due 3/7 (turnitin and printed):
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act IV, scenes 1-2: More Predictions and Protection:
1. What are the witches' new predictions for Macbeth?
2. What does he want more?
3. What does Hecate use against him?
4. How will Macbeth deal with Macduff?
Aims: Creating your own book review through understanding of purpose of parts. How will Macbeth's need for protection work against him?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
V. Friday, March 2, 2018: Book Review (first draft,typed) due on Monday, March 5!
Do Now: Work on your book review. Exchange with a different partner.
A. Book Review:
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Edit your work!
4. Start practicing reading aloud!
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act IV, scenes 2-3:
1. What does Macbeth do to Macduff that is unheard of during his time?
2. What is Malcolm doing in England?
3. Why does Malcolm think that Macduff is there?
4. What does he do to Macduff?
5. What does Macduff discover from Ross?
6. What is Malcolm's plan?
7. Movie: Note the changes in Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, and in Scotland.
Aims: What information does a book review give? Why? What is the plan for Scotland? Macbeth? Malcolm? Macduff?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Group work: summarize Act III, scenes 1-2-3. Include important lines for each scene that are key to understanding. (Include page and line numbers.)
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1,2,3: Protection and Guilt:
1. What does Banquo think about Macbeth?
2. What does Macbeth think about Banquo?
3. Now that they got what they were 'promised,' how do Macbeth and Lady
Macbeth feel?
4. What is Macbeth's plan for Banquo? How does it work out?
5. How does guilt show up again?
Aim: Understanding a tragic hero through his words and actions.
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside reading. You must finish reading and annotating by Wednesday, February 28. Bring in your book and annotations on 2/28, and be ready to write your book review.
II. Tuesday, February 27, 2018: Rewrites are due today!
Do Now: Group work: summarize Act III, scenes 4-5-6 and be sure to include key lines that help with understanding of each scene.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 4-5-6: Protection and Guilt:
1. What happens at the banquet?
2. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband again?
3. Who is Hecate and what is her plan?
4. What do the noblemen of Scotland think is happening?
5. What will happen to Macduff?
Aims: What does guilt show us? What are Macbeth's thoughts about power?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. You must finish reading and annotating by Wednesday, February 28. Bring in your book and annotations on 2/28, and be ready to write your book review.
III. Wednesday, February 28, 2018: Outside Reading Due Today!
Do Now: Read and annotate the model book reviews. Do they fulfill the purpose? What information is included? Could you decide to read this book base on this review?
A. Book Review: first draft is due on Monday, March 5 and final is due March 7!
1. What is the purpose of any book review?
2. What information should be included?
3. Review your notes on the 2 book review models: what do YOU think?
4. Read third book review model: compare and contrast to others.
5. Using the worksheet, start writing your own book review.
Aims: What is a book review? what information should be included? How does a book review compare to a literary analysis? (Similarities? Differences?)
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, March 1, 2018
Do Now: Work on your book review and exchange with a partner.
A. Book Review: first draft (typed) is due 2/5 and final is due 3/7 (turnitin and printed):
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act IV, scenes 1-2: More Predictions and Protection:
1. What are the witches' new predictions for Macbeth?
2. What does he want more?
3. What does Hecate use against him?
4. How will Macbeth deal with Macduff?
Aims: Creating your own book review through understanding of purpose of parts. How will Macbeth's need for protection work against him?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
V. Friday, March 2, 2018: Book Review (first draft,typed) due on Monday, March 5!
Do Now: Work on your book review. Exchange with a different partner.
A. Book Review:
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Edit your work!
4. Start practicing reading aloud!
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act IV, scenes 2-3:
1. What does Macbeth do to Macduff that is unheard of during his time?
2. What is Malcolm doing in England?
3. Why does Malcolm think that Macduff is there?
4. What does he do to Macduff?
5. What does Macduff discover from Ross?
6. What is Malcolm's plan?
7. Movie: Note the changes in Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, and in Scotland.
Aims: What information does a book review give? Why? What is the plan for Scotland? Macbeth? Malcolm? Macduff?
Homework: follow schedules of Macbeth and Outside Reading. First draft of book review is due on Monday, March 5 in class (typed). Final draft is due on Wednesday, March 7 on turnitin.com by 8am and a printed, typed copy in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, February 12, 2018: Writing Conference? Extra help tomorrow!
Do Now: Work on dittos.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 2, scenes 1-4:
1. What is the weather like this night? [Proof?]
2. What is Banquo worried about?
3. Why does Macbeth go to see Banquo?
4. How and why does he lie to his friend?
5. How is Macbeth's guilty conscience shown?
6. How is Lady Macbeth's plan completed?
7. What is comic relief? Example from Act 2?
Aims: What is the problem in the universe? How does present this problem? How is the universe affected?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Acts 1 and 2 Macbeth test this Wednesday, 2/14/18. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
II. Tuesday, February 13, 2018:Writing Conference? Extra help after school today!
Do Now: Complete dittos.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 2, scenes 3-4:
1. What unusual act does Macbeth perform when the murder is discovered?
2. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband?
3. Who is blamed for Duncan's murder? Why?
4. How is the disruption of the universe reflected?
5. What technique does the author use to set up for Act 3?
B. Review for test on Acts 1 and 2:
1. Vocabulary?
2. SGQ?
3. Dittos?
Aims: Author's purpose? Techniques? How do you prepare for the test?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Acts 1 and 2 Macbeth test this Wednesday, 2/14/18. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
III. Wednesday, February 14, 2018: Writing Conference?
Prepare for today's test on Macbeth, Acts I and II:
1. Use only blue or black ink.
2. Read and answer all directions and questions carefully.
3. Please raise your hand to ask questions.
4. Do not leave any blanks. Make an educated guess.
5. Use your test-taking skills to help you.
6. When you have completed the test, check it over.
7. Read and annotate your outside reading.
Aims: Assessing reading comprehension and skills.
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
IV. Thursday, February 15, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Complete literary elements chart for your outside reading book.
A. Outside Reading Assignment: complete reading by 2/28/2018:
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What information should be included?
3. Take notes in these areas.
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 3, scenes 1- 6:
1. What will Macbeth do now?
2. What will happen to Banquo?
3. What will happen to the kingdom?
4. Take notes on the literary elements as you watch the movie.
Aims: What is a book review? What information do you need to note as you read? Making your own predictions about Shakespeare's play?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Complete literary analysis rewrite. Complete outside reading. Rest, relax, read!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Work on dittos.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 2, scenes 1-4:
1. What is the weather like this night? [Proof?]
2. What is Banquo worried about?
3. Why does Macbeth go to see Banquo?
4. How and why does he lie to his friend?
5. How is Macbeth's guilty conscience shown?
6. How is Lady Macbeth's plan completed?
7. What is comic relief? Example from Act 2?
Aims: What is the problem in the universe? How does present this problem? How is the universe affected?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Acts 1 and 2 Macbeth test this Wednesday, 2/14/18. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
II. Tuesday, February 13, 2018:Writing Conference? Extra help after school today!
Do Now: Complete dittos.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 2, scenes 3-4:
1. What unusual act does Macbeth perform when the murder is discovered?
2. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband?
3. Who is blamed for Duncan's murder? Why?
4. How is the disruption of the universe reflected?
5. What technique does the author use to set up for Act 3?
B. Review for test on Acts 1 and 2:
1. Vocabulary?
2. SGQ?
3. Dittos?
Aims: Author's purpose? Techniques? How do you prepare for the test?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Acts 1 and 2 Macbeth test this Wednesday, 2/14/18. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
III. Wednesday, February 14, 2018: Writing Conference?
Prepare for today's test on Macbeth, Acts I and II:
1. Use only blue or black ink.
2. Read and answer all directions and questions carefully.
3. Please raise your hand to ask questions.
4. Do not leave any blanks. Make an educated guess.
5. Use your test-taking skills to help you.
6. When you have completed the test, check it over.
7. Read and annotate your outside reading.
Aims: Assessing reading comprehension and skills.
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Bring into class on 2/15 your outside reading annotations. Complete literary analysis rewrite.
IV. Thursday, February 15, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Complete literary elements chart for your outside reading book.
A. Outside Reading Assignment: complete reading by 2/28/2018:
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What information should be included?
3. Take notes in these areas.
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 3, scenes 1- 6:
1. What will Macbeth do now?
2. What will happen to Banquo?
3. What will happen to the kingdom?
4. Take notes on the literary elements as you watch the movie.
Aims: What is a book review? What information do you need to note as you read? Making your own predictions about Shakespeare's play?
Homework: follow the Macbeth schedule and the outside reading schedule. Complete literary analysis rewrite. Complete outside reading. Rest, relax, read!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, February 5, 2018: Students absent on Friday, 2/2, must get ditto!
Homework Check Today: Act II Vocabulary and SGQ/Notes!
Do Now: Take essay packet and put homework on your desk.
A. In-Class Essay Analysis:
1. Begin work on essay packet immediately.
2. Follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Essay must be completed in blue or black ink.
4. All work, including notes, must be collected at the end of the period.
5. There will be 2 days to complete this assignment, today and tomorrow.
Aims: How do you complete a literary analysis successfully? What steps do you use?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
II. Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Make an individual writing conference appointment!
Do Now: Take essay packet and put homework on your desk.
A. In-Class Essay Analysis:
1. Begin work on essay packet immediately.
2. Follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Essay must be completed in blue or black ink.
4. All work, including notes, must be collected at the end of the period.
5. There will be 2 days to complete this assignment, today and tomorrow.
Aims: How do you complete a literary analysis successfully? What steps do you use?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
III. Wednesday, February 7, 2018: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Edit your essay. In Act I, scene 5, what does Macbeth write in his letter to his wife? Why? What is Lady Macbeth's response?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 5 -7:
1. What are the witches' predictions for Macbeth? What does he think?
2. What does he discover at King Duncan's castle? How does Macbeth react?
3. What does Macbeth decide to do about these predictions?
4. What does Lady Macbeth think about the predictions?
5. At the end of Act I, what do Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plan?
Aims: How does character traits motivate actions? What is the main character's inner flaw? How does this contribute to his actions?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
IV. Thursday, February 8, 2018: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: What is Lady Macbeth's plan? How does it work?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II, scenes 1-2:
1. Why is Banquo so worried?
2. What are the signs that Banquo is worried?
3. What does Macbeth say to him about the witches?
4. What does Macbeth ask of him?
Aims: What kind of man is Banquo? What is most important to him? What kind of man is Macbeth? What is most important to him?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
V. Friday, February 9, 2018: Writing conference Appointment?
Do Now: Complete Act II ditto.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act II, scenes 3-4.
1. How does Lady Macbeth's plan work out?
2. How do they react after?
3. What uncharacteristic action does Macbeth take the next morning? Why?
4. As you view the movie, note the characters' reactions and changes.
Aims: Understanding plot through character and figurative language. Comparing the movie with the written word: does it help or hinder comprehension? Explain.
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Homework Check Today: Act II Vocabulary and SGQ/Notes!
Do Now: Take essay packet and put homework on your desk.
A. In-Class Essay Analysis:
1. Begin work on essay packet immediately.
2. Follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Essay must be completed in blue or black ink.
4. All work, including notes, must be collected at the end of the period.
5. There will be 2 days to complete this assignment, today and tomorrow.
Aims: How do you complete a literary analysis successfully? What steps do you use?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
II. Tuesday, February 6, 2018
Make an individual writing conference appointment!
Do Now: Take essay packet and put homework on your desk.
A. In-Class Essay Analysis:
1. Begin work on essay packet immediately.
2. Follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Essay must be completed in blue or black ink.
4. All work, including notes, must be collected at the end of the period.
5. There will be 2 days to complete this assignment, today and tomorrow.
Aims: How do you complete a literary analysis successfully? What steps do you use?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
III. Wednesday, February 7, 2018: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Edit your essay. In Act I, scene 5, what does Macbeth write in his letter to his wife? Why? What is Lady Macbeth's response?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 5 -7:
1. What are the witches' predictions for Macbeth? What does he think?
2. What does he discover at King Duncan's castle? How does Macbeth react?
3. What does Macbeth decide to do about these predictions?
4. What does Lady Macbeth think about the predictions?
5. At the end of Act I, what do Macbeth and Lady Macbeth plan?
Aims: How does character traits motivate actions? What is the main character's inner flaw? How does this contribute to his actions?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
IV. Thursday, February 8, 2018: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: What is Lady Macbeth's plan? How does it work?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II, scenes 1-2:
1. Why is Banquo so worried?
2. What are the signs that Banquo is worried?
3. What does Macbeth say to him about the witches?
4. What does Macbeth ask of him?
Aims: What kind of man is Banquo? What is most important to him? What kind of man is Macbeth? What is most important to him?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
V. Friday, February 9, 2018: Writing conference Appointment?
Do Now: Complete Act II ditto.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act II, scenes 3-4.
1. How does Lady Macbeth's plan work out?
2. How do they react after?
3. What uncharacteristic action does Macbeth take the next morning? Why?
4. As you view the movie, note the characters' reactions and changes.
Aims: Understanding plot through character and figurative language. Comparing the movie with the written word: does it help or hinder comprehension? Explain.
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule (Acts 1 & II test 2/14/18) and outside reading schedule. Bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, January 29, 2018
Outside Reading Final Book Check and Homework Check Today!
Do Now: Read and annotate the Introduction Packet, due completed on Friday, 2/2!
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Introduction
1. What are the tips to reading and understanding Shakespeare's plays?
2. What is the background of the play?
3. What are important themes of the play?
4. What is the definition of a tragedy?
5. What is the setting of the play?
6. How does the play open? Why?
Aims: What are the ways that the reader can better understand Shakespeare's play, Macbeth? What should you annotate as you read?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
II. Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Do Now: Group work: Continue work on Introduction Packet: read aloud and complete dittos. Then work on SGQ.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Scenes 1-2):
1. How does the play begin? Why?
2. Who is Macbeth?
3. How does the reader find out?
4. What is happening in the kingdom?
5. Who is Duncan? Describe him.
Aims: How does the reader understand character through the plot? Author's purpose? Techniques? How do we understand the language of the play?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
III. Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Do Now: Group work: read and annotate Act 1, scene 3 (pages 13-25). What happens? Why is this a key scene?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1-scene 3):
1. Why does the author start the scene this way?
2. What do the 3 witches say to Macbeth? Banquo?
3. What is their reaction?
4. WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Aims: How does the plot reveal character? What techniques does the author use?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
IV. Thursday, February 1, 2018
Do Now: Describe King Duncan. What kind of king is he? What do his subjects think?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1, scenes 4-5):
1. What is the role of a king?
2. What kind of king is Duncan?
3. What are the responsibilities of a subject to his king?
4. What important information does Duncan reveal at the end?
5. Macbeth's reaction? Lady Macbeth?
Aims: What is the author's purpose? Techniques?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
V. Friday, February 2, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for quiz. Complete Act I ditto.
MACBETH QUIZ #1:
1. State one fact you researched about the author. Give the source.
2. List 2 tips from the introduction packet that help the reader to understand
the play.
3. What is the setting of the play?
4. Define tragedy.
5. How does the play begin? Explain 2 reasons why the author does this.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1, scenes 6-7):
1. What is dramatic irony?
2. What is a soliloquy? an aside?
3. What is Lady Macbeth's plan? What does Macbeth think?
4. As you view the movie, how does the director try to accomplish
Shakespeare's purpose and techniques? [Take notes!]
Aims: How well do you understand the notes and literary elements of the play? What helps you to understand?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Outside Reading Final Book Check and Homework Check Today!
Do Now: Read and annotate the Introduction Packet, due completed on Friday, 2/2!
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Introduction
1. What are the tips to reading and understanding Shakespeare's plays?
2. What is the background of the play?
3. What are important themes of the play?
4. What is the definition of a tragedy?
5. What is the setting of the play?
6. How does the play open? Why?
Aims: What are the ways that the reader can better understand Shakespeare's play, Macbeth? What should you annotate as you read?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
II. Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Do Now: Group work: Continue work on Introduction Packet: read aloud and complete dittos. Then work on SGQ.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Scenes 1-2):
1. How does the play begin? Why?
2. Who is Macbeth?
3. How does the reader find out?
4. What is happening in the kingdom?
5. Who is Duncan? Describe him.
Aims: How does the reader understand character through the plot? Author's purpose? Techniques? How do we understand the language of the play?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
III. Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Do Now: Group work: read and annotate Act 1, scene 3 (pages 13-25). What happens? Why is this a key scene?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1-scene 3):
1. Why does the author start the scene this way?
2. What do the 3 witches say to Macbeth? Banquo?
3. What is their reaction?
4. WHAT DO YOU THINK?
Aims: How does the plot reveal character? What techniques does the author use?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
IV. Thursday, February 1, 2018
Do Now: Describe King Duncan. What kind of king is he? What do his subjects think?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1, scenes 4-5):
1. What is the role of a king?
2. What kind of king is Duncan?
3. What are the responsibilities of a subject to his king?
4. What important information does Duncan reveal at the end?
5. Macbeth's reaction? Lady Macbeth?
Aims: What is the author's purpose? Techniques?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
V. Friday, February 2, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for quiz. Complete Act I ditto.
MACBETH QUIZ #1:
1. State one fact you researched about the author. Give the source.
2. List 2 tips from the introduction packet that help the reader to understand
the play.
3. What is the setting of the play?
4. Define tragedy.
5. How does the play begin? Explain 2 reasons why the author does this.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: (Act 1, scenes 6-7):
1. What is dramatic irony?
2. What is a soliloquy? an aside?
3. What is Lady Macbeth's plan? What does Macbeth think?
4. As you view the movie, how does the director try to accomplish
Shakespeare's purpose and techniques? [Take notes!]
Aims: How well do you understand the notes and literary elements of the play? What helps you to understand?
Homework: follow Macbeth schedule and outside reading schedule: bring in your annotations from your outside reading on 2/15/18.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Second Quarter:
No classes on Monday, January 22, 2018 due to Regents and mid-terms.
No classes on Friday, January 26, 2018!
MLK Special Assembly Schedule for Friday, 1/12/2018
2nd Quarter Progress Reports: Tuesday, December 12, 2017!
2nd Quarter Report Cards: Friday, January 26, 2018!
All about thinking and writing: grammar and the research paper!
WE ARE BACK IN THE CLASSROOM for DECEMBER!
[GO DIRECTLY TO THE LIBRARY ALL THIS WEEK: 11-27 thru 12-1!]
Research Paper Due dates: Don't forget your writing conference appointment!
1. 4 essay analyses, are due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday,
December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all
this week!
2. Bibliography (typed) is due Monday, December 11, 2017 at 8am on turnitin and
printed copy in class!
3. Outline (typed) is due Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 8am on turnitin and
printed copy in class.
4. Introduction (typed) is due Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 8am on turnitin and
printed copy in class.
***Final paper-ALL PARTS-is due (typed) on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class.
Research Paper: see schedule:
Monday, November 27 - Friday, December 1, 2017: go directly to the library!
Period 4: go to the library classroom! Period 6: go directly to library computer lab!
What is your argument topic question: due on an index card Friday, 12/1/2017!
Get a separate folder to hold all of your research materials:
Research analysis ditto
Article Note Chart #1
Article Note Chart #2
Research Paper Outline
Library Passwords
A Guide to Research Papers
Owl Purdue MLA Format Website
*****Final paper due January 10, 2018; 8am on turnitin.com and printed copy in class. See class notes for parts to be included in each as well as format.
Grammar Unit #1: November 9 - November 22, 2017:
Parts of Speech: unit schedule
Definitions and examples of the 8 parts of speech, using grammar textbook, online sources, and the dictionary.
Grammar Packet
Flipbook project: instructions and rubric: due Tuesday, January 17, 2018
Wednesday, November 22, 2017 TEST:
Extra help after school on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 in room 446.
GRAMMAR UNIT #2: December 18, 2017 - January 17, 2018:
Sentences and Sentence Structure: schedule
Grammar packet:
What are the parts of a sentence?
What are the 4 kinds of sentences?
What is a simple sentence?
What is a compound sentence?
What is a complex sentence?
What is a compound-complex sentence?
Parts? Punctuation? Purpose?
Use grammar lessons, textbook, and Owl Purdue website.
I. Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Do Now: Review grammar project rubric and take out peer grading.
A. Grammar Project: complete presentations:
1. Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Take time to look at everyone's project: what do you think?
4. Vote for the top 3 projects: why?
B. Outside Reading Assignment:
1. Purpose?
2. Assignments?
3. Due dates?
4. Annotations?
C. Grammar Test: review your results:
1. Where did you lose the most points?
2. How did you prepare for this test?
3. How can you improve?
Aims: Reflecting on the unit and learning through assessments....
Homework: Outside Reading Assignment: you must bring in the book that you will read by 1/29, Monday!
II. Wednesday, January 24, 2018: Third Quarter begins!
Do Now: With your NEW group, research William Shakespeare. Take notes on the information you discover, include your source(s), and be prepared to share information with the class.
A. MACBETH by William Shakespeare: distribute books, schedules, and
introduction packets:
1. What do we know about the author?
[Each group will share different facts with the class.]
2. How can this information help us to understand his play?
3. What do we know about this play, MACBETH? How can we find out?
a.) View film and take notes. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyytzE13iV4 ]
b.) Review book cover and other information: setting? characters? themes?
Aims: Introduction to the author and play: writing style, setting, characters, themes.....
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule and Outside Reading Schedule (finalize book choice by Monday, 1/29/2018.
III. Thursday, January 25, 2018
Do Now: With your group, read and annotate the Introduction Packet, due 2/2.
A. MACBETH by William Shakespeare:
1. What are some tips to reading and understanding the play?
2. How should you annotate this play?
3. What is the background of this play?
4. Setting? Characters? Themes?
Aims: How can we understand Shakespeare's play? How should we take notes? How should we get started?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule and outside reading: bring in final book on Monday, 1/29/18. NO Classes tomorrow.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Review grammar project rubric and take out peer grading.
A. Grammar Project: complete presentations:
1. Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Take time to look at everyone's project: what do you think?
4. Vote for the top 3 projects: why?
B. Outside Reading Assignment:
1. Purpose?
2. Assignments?
3. Due dates?
4. Annotations?
C. Grammar Test: review your results:
1. Where did you lose the most points?
2. How did you prepare for this test?
3. How can you improve?
Aims: Reflecting on the unit and learning through assessments....
Homework: Outside Reading Assignment: you must bring in the book that you will read by 1/29, Monday!
II. Wednesday, January 24, 2018: Third Quarter begins!
Do Now: With your NEW group, research William Shakespeare. Take notes on the information you discover, include your source(s), and be prepared to share information with the class.
A. MACBETH by William Shakespeare: distribute books, schedules, and
introduction packets:
1. What do we know about the author?
[Each group will share different facts with the class.]
2. How can this information help us to understand his play?
3. What do we know about this play, MACBETH? How can we find out?
a.) View film and take notes. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyytzE13iV4 ]
b.) Review book cover and other information: setting? characters? themes?
Aims: Introduction to the author and play: writing style, setting, characters, themes.....
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule and Outside Reading Schedule (finalize book choice by Monday, 1/29/2018.
III. Thursday, January 25, 2018
Do Now: With your group, read and annotate the Introduction Packet, due 2/2.
A. MACBETH by William Shakespeare:
1. What are some tips to reading and understanding the play?
2. How should you annotate this play?
3. What is the background of this play?
4. Setting? Characters? Themes?
Aims: How can we understand Shakespeare's play? How should we take notes? How should we get started?
Homework: follow MACBETH schedule and outside reading: bring in final book on Monday, 1/29/18. NO Classes tomorrow.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Grammar Project is due today!
Extra help after school in room 446!
Do Now: Complete grammar review sheets.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review for tomorrow's test:
1. Definitions?
2. Kinds of sentences based upon content?
3. Types of sentences based upon structure?
4. Identify and correct?
5. Review test format again.
Aims: How can you improve your writing skills? how do you prepare for tests and other assessments?
Homework: Prepare for tomorrow's grammar test. Bring in copy of project instructions and rubric for Thursday, 1/18/18 class.
II. Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Grammar Test today!
Do Now: Prepare for today's grammar test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the grammar unit.
HOMEWORK: Bring in copy of project instructions and rubric for Thursday, 1/18/18 class.
III. Thursday, January 18, 2018
Grammar Project Presentations Today!
Do Now: Review your project and prepare to present, briefly. What did you include? Highlight the ONE area that helped you the most. How has this project helped you overall?
A. Grammar Project: Grading your peers:
1. Instructions: what information should be included? How was it?
2. Rubric: purpose? execution?
3. TBC: you give a grade (letter) and one comment for each student.
4. Vote on the best???
Aims: What methods help you to improve your writing skills? What are different assessments of this knowledge?
Homework: What is your favorite type of fiction to read? Meet in the library classroom for tomorrow's lesson.
IV. Friday, January 19, 2018: Go directly to the library today!
Library Lesson Today: Book Talk:
Do Now: Review Outside Book Assignment.
A. Outside Book Assignment:
1. Choose one book of fiction (you never read) to read for the next 5-6 weeks.
[Final selection must be made by 1/29/18.]
2. Annotate as you read.
3. When you have completed the book, you will write a book review, due
March 7.
4. Quick Response Codes: QR Codes: what are they and how will you create
them?
Aims: Choosing an interesting book of fiction to read outside of the classroom to practice and improve reading, annotating, writing, speaking, and thinking skills.
Homework: Choose a book of fiction to read. Start reading.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Grammar Project is due today!
Extra help after school in room 446!
Do Now: Complete grammar review sheets.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review for tomorrow's test:
1. Definitions?
2. Kinds of sentences based upon content?
3. Types of sentences based upon structure?
4. Identify and correct?
5. Review test format again.
Aims: How can you improve your writing skills? how do you prepare for tests and other assessments?
Homework: Prepare for tomorrow's grammar test. Bring in copy of project instructions and rubric for Thursday, 1/18/18 class.
II. Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Grammar Test today!
Do Now: Prepare for today's grammar test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the grammar unit.
HOMEWORK: Bring in copy of project instructions and rubric for Thursday, 1/18/18 class.
III. Thursday, January 18, 2018
Grammar Project Presentations Today!
Do Now: Review your project and prepare to present, briefly. What did you include? Highlight the ONE area that helped you the most. How has this project helped you overall?
A. Grammar Project: Grading your peers:
1. Instructions: what information should be included? How was it?
2. Rubric: purpose? execution?
3. TBC: you give a grade (letter) and one comment for each student.
4. Vote on the best???
Aims: What methods help you to improve your writing skills? What are different assessments of this knowledge?
Homework: What is your favorite type of fiction to read? Meet in the library classroom for tomorrow's lesson.
IV. Friday, January 19, 2018: Go directly to the library today!
Library Lesson Today: Book Talk:
Do Now: Review Outside Book Assignment.
A. Outside Book Assignment:
1. Choose one book of fiction (you never read) to read for the next 5-6 weeks.
[Final selection must be made by 1/29/18.]
2. Annotate as you read.
3. When you have completed the book, you will write a book review, due
March 7.
4. Quick Response Codes: QR Codes: what are they and how will you create
them?
Aims: Choosing an interesting book of fiction to read outside of the classroom to practice and improve reading, annotating, writing, speaking, and thinking skills.
Homework: Choose a book of fiction to read. Start reading.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, January 8, 2018
Writing Conference? Special MLK Assembly Schedule 1/12!
Do Now: Exchange your research paper with your partner. Check for the following:
A. Research Paper: see A Guide to Research from English department:
1. All parts are included?
2. Format?
3. Position statement is clear? Does the paper convince you?
4. Conventions?
5. What should be printed? turnitin.com?
B. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: [Complete packets #1 and #2.]
1. Parts of a sentence?
2. Types of sentences (content) and (structure)?
3. Grammar Project?
Aims: Checking your research paper: does it meet the requirements? How can you improve your paper and your writing skills?
Homework: Research Paper due 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, 1/10. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
II. Tuesday, January 9, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: What are the 4 kinds of sentence structure sentences? Work on packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packet #1:
1. Define the 4 kinds of sentences?
2. What are the parts?
3. What helps to identify them?
4. Punctuation?
Aims: Understanding the different sentence structure to improve writing skills.
Homework: Research Paper due 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, 1/10. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
III. Wednesday, January 10, 2018: Research Paper due Today!
Do Now: Complete work on grammar packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packets:
1. How can you identify the 4 different kinds of sentence structures?
2. What are coordinating conjunctions?
3. What are subordinating conjunctions?
4. Punctuation?
Aims: What tips can help you with sentence structure? What should you look for?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
IV. Thursday, January 11, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Clear your desk. Use pen only!
A. Grammar Quiz #2
Directions: For each sentence, write simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex to show what kind it is. (20 points each)
1. The rescue worker explained what the situation was. _______________________
2. We picked the apples ourselves and baked a pie. __________________________
3. The mysterious burglary, which baffled the police for years, has finally been
solved, and justice will now be served. ___________________________________
4. Can you fix the bell, or should I call an electrician? _______________________
5. As he presented the awards, the principal congratulated us. _________________
B. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: Review packets.
1. What are the 4 types of sentences?
2. What are their parts?
3. How can you identify them?
4. Punctuation?
5. Work on Grammar Project: instructions? rubric?
Aims: Why do we need sentence variety? How can you improve your writing skills?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
V. Friday, January 12, 2018: MLK Special Assembly Schedule Today!
Do Now: Complete Packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packets:
1. Review GrammarTest (January 17, 2018) format.
2. What information helps you understand the structure?
3. Correcting fragments and run-on sentences.
4. Work on grammar project.
Aims: How can you prepare for the grammar test? Grammar project?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Writing Conference? Special MLK Assembly Schedule 1/12!
Do Now: Exchange your research paper with your partner. Check for the following:
A. Research Paper: see A Guide to Research from English department:
1. All parts are included?
2. Format?
3. Position statement is clear? Does the paper convince you?
4. Conventions?
5. What should be printed? turnitin.com?
B. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: [Complete packets #1 and #2.]
1. Parts of a sentence?
2. Types of sentences (content) and (structure)?
3. Grammar Project?
Aims: Checking your research paper: does it meet the requirements? How can you improve your paper and your writing skills?
Homework: Research Paper due 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, 1/10. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
II. Tuesday, January 9, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: What are the 4 kinds of sentence structure sentences? Work on packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packet #1:
1. Define the 4 kinds of sentences?
2. What are the parts?
3. What helps to identify them?
4. Punctuation?
Aims: Understanding the different sentence structure to improve writing skills.
Homework: Research Paper due 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class on Wednesday, 1/10. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
III. Wednesday, January 10, 2018: Research Paper due Today!
Do Now: Complete work on grammar packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packets:
1. How can you identify the 4 different kinds of sentence structures?
2. What are coordinating conjunctions?
3. What are subordinating conjunctions?
4. Punctuation?
Aims: What tips can help you with sentence structure? What should you look for?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
IV. Thursday, January 11, 2018
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Clear your desk. Use pen only!
A. Grammar Quiz #2
Directions: For each sentence, write simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex to show what kind it is. (20 points each)
1. The rescue worker explained what the situation was. _______________________
2. We picked the apples ourselves and baked a pie. __________________________
3. The mysterious burglary, which baffled the police for years, has finally been
solved, and justice will now be served. ___________________________________
4. Can you fix the bell, or should I call an electrician? _______________________
5. As he presented the awards, the principal congratulated us. _________________
B. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: Review packets.
1. What are the 4 types of sentences?
2. What are their parts?
3. How can you identify them?
4. Punctuation?
5. Work on Grammar Project: instructions? rubric?
Aims: Why do we need sentence variety? How can you improve your writing skills?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
V. Friday, January 12, 2018: MLK Special Assembly Schedule Today!
Do Now: Complete Packet #2.
A. Grammar: Sentences and Structure: review packets:
1. Review GrammarTest (January 17, 2018) format.
2. What information helps you understand the structure?
3. Correcting fragments and run-on sentences.
4. Work on grammar project.
Aims: How can you prepare for the grammar test? Grammar project?
Homework: Grammar Project is due Tuesday, 1/16. Grammar test is 1/7.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, January 2, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Review your grammar packet, notes, and textbook to review the following:
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the parts of a sentence?
2. What are the 4 kinds (content) of sentences?
B. Work on Grammar FlipBook project (due 1/16/2018):
1. Definitions?
2. Examples?
3. Cite your sources.
Aims: Reviewing sentence structure. Creating personalized grammar information. Improving writing skills.
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
II. Wednesday, January 3, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Review and complete Grammar Packet: fragments.
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the parts of a sentence?
2. What is a fragment?
3. How do you correct fragments?
B. Grammar FlipBook or Booklet Project: due Tuesday, January 16, 2018:
1. Review project instructions and rubric: what should be included?
2. Format? Can you use pencil?
Aims: How can you improve your writing skills? What methods are we concentrating on this quarter?
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
III. Thursday, January 4, 2018: Writing Conference? SNOW DAY TODAY!
Do Now: What is the format of the final research paper? What are the parts? How and when is it due? [Check out A Guide to Research.]
A. Final Research Paper: due Wednesday, January 10, 2018:
1. Format?
2. Parts?
3. Due dates and submissions?
B. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the 3 kinds of sentences (structure)?
2. What are their parts?
3. Punctuation?
C. Grammar Project: due January 16, 2018:
1. What information should be included?
2. How should this information be included?
Aims: What is the purpose of your research paper? What is the purpose of your grammar project?
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
IV. Friday, January 5, 2018: Writing Conference? SNOW DAY TODAY!
Do Now: Complete and review grammar packet: simple, compound, and complex sentences.
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure: Test will be January 17, 2018!
1. What is a simple sentence?
2. What is a compound sentence?
3. What is a complex sentence?
4. What is a compound-complex sentence?
5. How do you write and punctuate?
B. Grammar Project: due January 16, 2018
1. Have a partner check your project against instructions and rubric.
2. What should be included?
C. Final Research Paper: due January 10, 2018
1. Any questions?
Aims: Understanding and improving sentence structure in your writing.......
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: Review your grammar packet, notes, and textbook to review the following:
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the parts of a sentence?
2. What are the 4 kinds (content) of sentences?
B. Work on Grammar FlipBook project (due 1/16/2018):
1. Definitions?
2. Examples?
3. Cite your sources.
Aims: Reviewing sentence structure. Creating personalized grammar information. Improving writing skills.
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
II. Wednesday, January 3, 2018: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Review and complete Grammar Packet: fragments.
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the parts of a sentence?
2. What is a fragment?
3. How do you correct fragments?
B. Grammar FlipBook or Booklet Project: due Tuesday, January 16, 2018:
1. Review project instructions and rubric: what should be included?
2. Format? Can you use pencil?
Aims: How can you improve your writing skills? What methods are we concentrating on this quarter?
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
III. Thursday, January 4, 2018: Writing Conference? SNOW DAY TODAY!
Do Now: What is the format of the final research paper? What are the parts? How and when is it due? [Check out A Guide to Research.]
A. Final Research Paper: due Wednesday, January 10, 2018:
1. Format?
2. Parts?
3. Due dates and submissions?
B. Grammar: Sentence and Structure:
1. What are the 3 kinds of sentences (structure)?
2. What are their parts?
3. Punctuation?
C. Grammar Project: due January 16, 2018:
1. What information should be included?
2. How should this information be included?
Aims: What is the purpose of your research paper? What is the purpose of your grammar project?
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
IV. Friday, January 5, 2018: Writing Conference? SNOW DAY TODAY!
Do Now: Complete and review grammar packet: simple, compound, and complex sentences.
A. Grammar: Sentence and Structure: Test will be January 17, 2018!
1. What is a simple sentence?
2. What is a compound sentence?
3. What is a complex sentence?
4. What is a compound-complex sentence?
5. How do you write and punctuate?
B. Grammar Project: due January 16, 2018
1. Have a partner check your project against instructions and rubric.
2. What should be included?
C. Final Research Paper: due January 10, 2018
1. Any questions?
Aims: Understanding and improving sentence structure in your writing.......
Homework: Review and complete work on Grammar Packet. Final Research Paper is due 1/10/18. Bring in all parts and questions to class on Thursday, 1/4/18. Grammar Project is due 1/16/18. Grammar test is Wednesday, 1/17/2018.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, December 18, 2017
Writing Conference? Intro. due 12/20 at 8 am and printed copy in class!
Do Now: With your group consult the grammar textbook and answer the following: what is a sentence and what are the parts of a complete sentence. Have at least two examples. Each group member should write all in their notes (Notebook or I-Pad).
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. Distribute new schedule and review.
2. Review answers from do now.
3. Grammar Project?
Aims: Reviewing the parts of a sentence as well as the project information.
Homework: The introduction (typed) of the Research Paper is due Wednesday, 12/20/17 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project.
II. Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Writing Conference? Research Paper Introduction due tomorrow at 8am and printed!
Do Now: With your group using the textbook and each taking notes: what is a fragment and how can you correct it? Include examples.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. Work on the grammar packet pages 1, 2,3.
2. Reviewing the parts of a sentence.
3. Editing fragments.
Aims: What are some common errors in sentence structure? How can these errors be corrected or edited?
Homework: The introduction (typed) of the Research Paper is due Wednesday, 12/20/17 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project.
III. Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Writing Conference? Introductions due today!
Do Now: Group Work, using the textbook and each taking notes: what are the 4 kinds of sentences? Have 2 examples for each.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What are the four kinds of sentences?
2. What is the purpose of each kind?
3. Examples?
4. Review grammar packet pages.
Aims: Why do we need different kinds of sentences? How can these be used?
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, January 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
IV. Thursday, December 21, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Group Work continue work on the 4 kinds of sentences in the packet and then continue with correcting fragments.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What are the 4 kinds of sentences?
2. How can you identify them?
3. How can you use these in your writing?
4. Review packet pages.
B. Research Paper: the final paper: due Wednesday, January 10, 2018
(turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class. All Parts!)
1. Format?
2. Order?
3. Tips to remember! [Check A Guide to Research from English department.]
Aims: Reviewing the 4 kinds of sentences to improve writing. Review guidelines for final research paper.
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, January 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
V. Friday, December 22, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Group work, using the text book and each taking notes: what is a simple sentence?What is a compound sentence? What are the parts? What is the correct punctuation? Have several examples.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What is a compound sentence?
2. What are the parts?
3. What is the correct punctuation?
4. Continue work on packet pages.
5. Review packet pages.
Aims: What is the difference between a simple sentence and compound sentence? What do you look for? How do you correct or edit the errors in punctuation?
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, january 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
Rest, relax, read! Enjoy your well earned break!
Happy Holidays! Happy New Year!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Writing Conference? Intro. due 12/20 at 8 am and printed copy in class!
Do Now: With your group consult the grammar textbook and answer the following: what is a sentence and what are the parts of a complete sentence. Have at least two examples. Each group member should write all in their notes (Notebook or I-Pad).
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. Distribute new schedule and review.
2. Review answers from do now.
3. Grammar Project?
Aims: Reviewing the parts of a sentence as well as the project information.
Homework: The introduction (typed) of the Research Paper is due Wednesday, 12/20/17 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project.
II. Tuesday, December 19, 2017
Writing Conference? Research Paper Introduction due tomorrow at 8am and printed!
Do Now: With your group using the textbook and each taking notes: what is a fragment and how can you correct it? Include examples.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. Work on the grammar packet pages 1, 2,3.
2. Reviewing the parts of a sentence.
3. Editing fragments.
Aims: What are some common errors in sentence structure? How can these errors be corrected or edited?
Homework: The introduction (typed) of the Research Paper is due Wednesday, 12/20/17 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project.
III. Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Writing Conference? Introductions due today!
Do Now: Group Work, using the textbook and each taking notes: what are the 4 kinds of sentences? Have 2 examples for each.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What are the four kinds of sentences?
2. What is the purpose of each kind?
3. Examples?
4. Review grammar packet pages.
Aims: Why do we need different kinds of sentences? How can these be used?
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, January 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
IV. Thursday, December 21, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Group Work continue work on the 4 kinds of sentences in the packet and then continue with correcting fragments.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What are the 4 kinds of sentences?
2. How can you identify them?
3. How can you use these in your writing?
4. Review packet pages.
B. Research Paper: the final paper: due Wednesday, January 10, 2018
(turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class. All Parts!)
1. Format?
2. Order?
3. Tips to remember! [Check A Guide to Research from English department.]
Aims: Reviewing the 4 kinds of sentences to improve writing. Review guidelines for final research paper.
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, January 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
V. Friday, December 22, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: Group work, using the text book and each taking notes: what is a simple sentence?What is a compound sentence? What are the parts? What is the correct punctuation? Have several examples.
A. Grammar Unit #2: Sentences and Structure:
1. What is a compound sentence?
2. What are the parts?
3. What is the correct punctuation?
4. Continue work on packet pages.
5. Review packet pages.
Aims: What is the difference between a simple sentence and compound sentence? What do you look for? How do you correct or edit the errors in punctuation?
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit Schedule #2 and complete the pages listed. Continue work on your grammar project. Final Research Paper (typed all parts) is due on Wednesday, january 20, 2018 by 8am on turnitin.com and a printed copy in class. Grammar Project is due Tuesday, January 16, 2018. See Instructions and rubric.
Rest, relax, read! Enjoy your well earned break!
Happy Holidays! Happy New Year!
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
This is the last week that we will be working on the paper in class!
I. Monday, December 11, 2017: Bibliography (typed) is due today!
Do Now: Work on position statement (thesis statement) and outline.
A. Research Paper: Position Statement (thesis) and Outline: due 12/13/17:
1. What is a position statement?
2. What information should be included?
3. What is the purpose of an outline?
4. What information should be included?
Aims: What is the purpose of a thesis statement? How do you create it? Why do you need an outline?
Homework: Research paper: outline (typed) due Wednesday, 12/13 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class.
II. Tuesday, December 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: complete working on your research paper plan.
A. Research Paper: position statement and outline:
1. What is your plan for your argument research paper?
2. Introduction: purpose and information?
3. Body Paragraphs: purpose and information?
4. Counter-Claim paragraph: purpose and information?
5. Conclusion: purpose and information?
6. How many quotes should be included in your paper? (citation format?)
Aims: How will your outline help you to write your paper? Why do you take the time to create an outline? What should your outline look like? Are there different kinds?
Homework: Research Paper: outline (typed) is due tomorrow turnitin by 8 am and printed copy in class.
III. Wednesday, December 13, 2017: Outline (typed) due today!
Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Work on introduction.
A. Research Paper: Introduction due Wednesday, 12/20/2017:
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Check English Department's A Guide to Research.
Aims: What is the importance of an introduction? What should be included?
Homework: Research Paper: introduction is due (typed) next Wednesday, 12/20/17 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, December 14, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Check English Department's A Guide to Research for paper format.
A. Research Paper: format:
1. Cover?
2. First page: heading?
3. Font: type and size?
4. Spacing?
5. Pagination?
6. Citations?
7. Order of pages?
Aims: How should your research paper be formatted? Check steps and examples.
Homework: Research Paper: introduction(typed) is due 12/20/2107 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class. Final paper: all parts is due (typed) Wednesday, January 10, 2018: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class.
V. Friday, December 15, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
[Last day we are working on the paper in class.]
Do Now: Work on introduction and body paragraphs.
A. Research Paper: introduction and body paragraphs.
1. What is the purpose of the body paragraphs?
2. What information should be included?
3. How many quotes should you use?
Aims: Writing your paper: what is the purpose of this argument research paper? what should you include? How much should be in your own words?
Homework: Research Paper: Introduction (typed) is due 12/20: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class. Final paper: all parts is due (typed) Wednesday, January 10, 2018: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, December 11, 2017: Bibliography (typed) is due today!
Do Now: Work on position statement (thesis statement) and outline.
A. Research Paper: Position Statement (thesis) and Outline: due 12/13/17:
1. What is a position statement?
2. What information should be included?
3. What is the purpose of an outline?
4. What information should be included?
Aims: What is the purpose of a thesis statement? How do you create it? Why do you need an outline?
Homework: Research paper: outline (typed) due Wednesday, 12/13 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class.
II. Tuesday, December 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: complete working on your research paper plan.
A. Research Paper: position statement and outline:
1. What is your plan for your argument research paper?
2. Introduction: purpose and information?
3. Body Paragraphs: purpose and information?
4. Counter-Claim paragraph: purpose and information?
5. Conclusion: purpose and information?
6. How many quotes should be included in your paper? (citation format?)
Aims: How will your outline help you to write your paper? Why do you take the time to create an outline? What should your outline look like? Are there different kinds?
Homework: Research Paper: outline (typed) is due tomorrow turnitin by 8 am and printed copy in class.
III. Wednesday, December 13, 2017: Outline (typed) due today!
Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Work on introduction.
A. Research Paper: Introduction due Wednesday, 12/20/2017:
1. Purpose?
2. Information?
3. Check English Department's A Guide to Research.
Aims: What is the importance of an introduction? What should be included?
Homework: Research Paper: introduction is due (typed) next Wednesday, 12/20/17 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, December 14, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Check English Department's A Guide to Research for paper format.
A. Research Paper: format:
1. Cover?
2. First page: heading?
3. Font: type and size?
4. Spacing?
5. Pagination?
6. Citations?
7. Order of pages?
Aims: How should your research paper be formatted? Check steps and examples.
Homework: Research Paper: introduction(typed) is due 12/20/2107 turnitin by 8am and printed copy in class. Final paper: all parts is due (typed) Wednesday, January 10, 2018: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class.
V. Friday, December 15, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
[Last day we are working on the paper in class.]
Do Now: Work on introduction and body paragraphs.
A. Research Paper: introduction and body paragraphs.
1. What is the purpose of the body paragraphs?
2. What information should be included?
3. How many quotes should you use?
Aims: Writing your paper: what is the purpose of this argument research paper? what should you include? How much should be in your own words?
Homework: Research Paper: Introduction (typed) is due 12/20: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class. Final paper: all parts is due (typed) Wednesday, January 10, 2018: 8am on turnitin and printed copy in class.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, December 4, 2017:
Do Now: With your group members: exchange your first essay analysis. Does it include all of the information? Correct format?
A. Research Paper: taking notes and organizing the information for your paper:
1. Did you use credible sources from the databases?
2. Were the articles that you chose useful, have a lot of information on your
topic?
3. How many articles do you have annotated that has information you can
use?
4. What did you annotate: main idea? evidence? quotes?
5. What should be included in your essay analysis?
6. What is the format of the essay analysis?
Aims: How do you find the information you need to complete your argument research paper? What information do you need? How do you note and organize this information?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
II. Tuesday, December 5, 2017:
Do Now: With your group: open and review the English department Research Booklet. What is the format of the research paper? What are the parts? What is the MLA citation format?
A. Research Paper: MLA format: English department booklet and Owl Purdue:
1. What is the font size and type?
2. What is the heading format?
3. What is the spacing?
4. What is the pagination?
5. What are the parts?
6. What is the format for citations?
Aims: What information should be included in your essay analyses? What is the format? When and where are the 4 essay analyses due? What should the research paper include? What should it look like?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
III. Wednesday, December 6, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, review the next essay analysis: information? format?
A. Research Paper: Do you have enough information to complete your 4-6 page
paper?
1. What is the background of your topic?
2. Are you for or against your topic?
3. What are the 3-4 reasons?
4. What is your evidence or proof: data, statistics, examples, experts, quotes?
5. Do you need to do more research?
Aims: Thinking of the big picture: what is the purpose of your research paper? What are the parts of an argument essay?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
IV. Thursday, December 7, 2017:
4 Essay Analyses (one doc) are due tomorrow 8am on turnitin.com!
Do Now: With your group, review your next essay analysis: all the information? format? Do you know how to download typed one document with all 4 to turnitin.com by 8am tomorrow?
A. Research Paper: your 4 essay analyses: check the worksheet:
1. Do you have all the information listed?
2. Correct format?
3. edit your work: grammar, sentence structure?
4. MLA format: heading, citation?
Aim: How will your essay analyses help you write your paper?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
V. Friday, December 8, 2017:
4 Essay Analyses were due today by 8am on turnit.com!
Do Now: With your group, check the English department Guide to Research. Review the Works Cited page and the Bibliography page. What is the purpose of each of these pages?
A. Research Paper: Citations:
1. What is a Works Cited page?
2. Bibliography?
3. How do you cite quotes and others' ideas?
4. Thinking and organizing your research paper:
a.) Your thesis (main idea) statement and reasons?
b.) Outline?
Aims: How do you list your citations and sources? Thinking and organizing your research argument paper: your position and reasons?
Homework: work on your bibliography, due typed on turnitin.com by Monday, 12/11 by 8am and start thinking about your thesis and outline, due typed on turnitin.com Wednesday, 12/13 8am.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: With your group members: exchange your first essay analysis. Does it include all of the information? Correct format?
A. Research Paper: taking notes and organizing the information for your paper:
1. Did you use credible sources from the databases?
2. Were the articles that you chose useful, have a lot of information on your
topic?
3. How many articles do you have annotated that has information you can
use?
4. What did you annotate: main idea? evidence? quotes?
5. What should be included in your essay analysis?
6. What is the format of the essay analysis?
Aims: How do you find the information you need to complete your argument research paper? What information do you need? How do you note and organize this information?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
II. Tuesday, December 5, 2017:
Do Now: With your group: open and review the English department Research Booklet. What is the format of the research paper? What are the parts? What is the MLA citation format?
A. Research Paper: MLA format: English department booklet and Owl Purdue:
1. What is the font size and type?
2. What is the heading format?
3. What is the spacing?
4. What is the pagination?
5. What are the parts?
6. What is the format for citations?
Aims: What information should be included in your essay analyses? What is the format? When and where are the 4 essay analyses due? What should the research paper include? What should it look like?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
III. Wednesday, December 6, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, review the next essay analysis: information? format?
A. Research Paper: Do you have enough information to complete your 4-6 page
paper?
1. What is the background of your topic?
2. Are you for or against your topic?
3. What are the 3-4 reasons?
4. What is your evidence or proof: data, statistics, examples, experts, quotes?
5. Do you need to do more research?
Aims: Thinking of the big picture: what is the purpose of your research paper? What are the parts of an argument essay?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
IV. Thursday, December 7, 2017:
4 Essay Analyses (one doc) are due tomorrow 8am on turnitin.com!
Do Now: With your group, review your next essay analysis: all the information? format? Do you know how to download typed one document with all 4 to turnitin.com by 8am tomorrow?
A. Research Paper: your 4 essay analyses: check the worksheet:
1. Do you have all the information listed?
2. Correct format?
3. edit your work: grammar, sentence structure?
4. MLA format: heading, citation?
Aim: How will your essay analyses help you write your paper?
Homework: complete 4 essay analyses, due on turnitin.com as ONE document by 8am Friday, December 8, 2017. We will be checking your articles and annotations in class all this week!
V. Friday, December 8, 2017:
4 Essay Analyses were due today by 8am on turnit.com!
Do Now: With your group, check the English department Guide to Research. Review the Works Cited page and the Bibliography page. What is the purpose of each of these pages?
A. Research Paper: Citations:
1. What is a Works Cited page?
2. Bibliography?
3. How do you cite quotes and others' ideas?
4. Thinking and organizing your research paper:
a.) Your thesis (main idea) statement and reasons?
b.) Outline?
Aims: How do you list your citations and sources? Thinking and organizing your research argument paper: your position and reasons?
Homework: work on your bibliography, due typed on turnitin.com by Monday, 12/11 by 8am and start thinking about your thesis and outline, due typed on turnitin.com Wednesday, 12/13 8am.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, November 27, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: read and review research paper assignment and deadlines.
A. Research Paper:
1. What is the assignment?
2. What are the parts and deadlines?
3. How will the assignment be graded?
4. Finding your argument topic?
a.) Credible Sources?
b.) Current Sources?
Aims: How can we practice and improve our writing skills? How do you evaluate sources?
Homework: continue your research. What argument topic will you research? You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
II. Tuesday, November 28, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: what sources should you use to complete this assignment?
A. Research Paper: how do you evaluate for credible and current sources:
1. Finding credible sources that are current:
a.) What is your topic? (Background information)
b.) What are both sides of the argument or issue?
c.) Proof: data? experts? statistics? examples?
2. Be sure to skim (read) more articles than you need to find the most
information!
Aims: What does research mean? What is the purpose of your research?
Homework: continue your research to find the 4 best articles to use for your paper. You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
III. Wednesday, November 29, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: How will you understand and use the information from the 4 best articles?
A. Research Paper: close reading, annotating, and analyzing your articles:
[ditto]
1. How do you close read non-fiction articles?
2. How do you annotate non-fiction articles?
3. What information are you noting? [What information do you need for your
paper?]
Aims: How do you read and use the articles for your paper? What are you noting? What skills will you need to use?
Homework: continue work on your research paper. You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
IV. Thursday, November 30, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: What does MLA format mean? What is the correct MLA citation format? Where can you find this information?
A. Research Paper: using MLA format:
[See English dept. booklet and Owl Purdue online.]
1. What is the purpose of the MLA format?
2. What information is included?
3. What is the order of this information?
Aims: Understanding and using the proper MLA format for your research paper: citations, title page, font type and size, spacing.
Homework: continue work on your research paper. You must finalize your argument topic by tomorrow, 12/1/2017.
V. Friday, December 1, 2017 Your argument topic is due today!
Do Now: fill in index card with your name, class, today's date, and your topic
question.
A. Research Paper: organizing the information from your 4 best articles: [chart]
1. Argument topic: position statement with reasons?
2. Information for? (proof? quotes?)
3. Information against? (proof? quotes?)
4. Counter-argument?
Aims: How do you organize the information you researched to write your paper? What tools can help you?
Homework: continue work on your research paper.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
Do Now: read and review research paper assignment and deadlines.
A. Research Paper:
1. What is the assignment?
2. What are the parts and deadlines?
3. How will the assignment be graded?
4. Finding your argument topic?
a.) Credible Sources?
b.) Current Sources?
Aims: How can we practice and improve our writing skills? How do you evaluate sources?
Homework: continue your research. What argument topic will you research? You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
II. Tuesday, November 28, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: what sources should you use to complete this assignment?
A. Research Paper: how do you evaluate for credible and current sources:
1. Finding credible sources that are current:
a.) What is your topic? (Background information)
b.) What are both sides of the argument or issue?
c.) Proof: data? experts? statistics? examples?
2. Be sure to skim (read) more articles than you need to find the most
information!
Aims: What does research mean? What is the purpose of your research?
Homework: continue your research to find the 4 best articles to use for your paper. You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
III. Wednesday, November 29, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: How will you understand and use the information from the 4 best articles?
A. Research Paper: close reading, annotating, and analyzing your articles:
[ditto]
1. How do you close read non-fiction articles?
2. How do you annotate non-fiction articles?
3. What information are you noting? [What information do you need for your
paper?]
Aims: How do you read and use the articles for your paper? What are you noting? What skills will you need to use?
Homework: continue work on your research paper. You must finalize your argument topic by Friday, 12/1/2017.
IV. Thursday, November 30, 2017 We will be in the library all this week!
Do Now: What does MLA format mean? What is the correct MLA citation format? Where can you find this information?
A. Research Paper: using MLA format:
[See English dept. booklet and Owl Purdue online.]
1. What is the purpose of the MLA format?
2. What information is included?
3. What is the order of this information?
Aims: Understanding and using the proper MLA format for your research paper: citations, title page, font type and size, spacing.
Homework: continue work on your research paper. You must finalize your argument topic by tomorrow, 12/1/2017.
V. Friday, December 1, 2017 Your argument topic is due today!
Do Now: fill in index card with your name, class, today's date, and your topic
question.
A. Research Paper: organizing the information from your 4 best articles: [chart]
1. Argument topic: position statement with reasons?
2. Information for? (proof? quotes?)
3. Information against? (proof? quotes?)
4. Counter-argument?
Aims: How do you organize the information you researched to write your paper? What tools can help you?
Homework: continue work on your research paper.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, November 20, 2017
Completed Grammar Booklet Due Today!
All noredink.com assignments should be completed today!
Do Now: With your group, review the booklet pages on verbs!
A. Grammar: verbs:
1. What are the 3 types of verbs?
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Purposes in a sentence?
4. Review grammar booklet pages.
B. Interjections, Conjunctions, and Prepositions:
1. What are they?
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Purposes in a sentence?
4. Review pages in grammar booklet.
Aims: Why do we study parts of speech? How can we use our information to help us?
Homework: study for grammar test (all 8 parts of speech), Wednesday, November 22, 2017.
II. Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Extra help after school in room 446!
Do Now: complete review sheet with your group. Are you ready for tomorrow's test?
A. Grammar: Interjections, Conjunctions, Prepositions:
1. Definitions?
2. Examples?
3. Review booklet pages.
B. Grammar Unit Review:
1. What are the 8 parts of speech? (Definitions?)
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Review practice worksheet.
Aims: Understanding the 8 parts of speech to help in writing, reading and speaking.....
Homework: study for tomorrow's test on the 8 parts of speech.
III. Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Grammar Test today!
Do Now: prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the grammar unit.
HOMEWORK: rest, relax, rejuvenate! Think about a two sided topic that you would like to research for your paper.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Completed Grammar Booklet Due Today!
All noredink.com assignments should be completed today!
Do Now: With your group, review the booklet pages on verbs!
A. Grammar: verbs:
1. What are the 3 types of verbs?
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Purposes in a sentence?
4. Review grammar booklet pages.
B. Interjections, Conjunctions, and Prepositions:
1. What are they?
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Purposes in a sentence?
4. Review pages in grammar booklet.
Aims: Why do we study parts of speech? How can we use our information to help us?
Homework: study for grammar test (all 8 parts of speech), Wednesday, November 22, 2017.
II. Tuesday, November 21, 2017
Extra help after school in room 446!
Do Now: complete review sheet with your group. Are you ready for tomorrow's test?
A. Grammar: Interjections, Conjunctions, Prepositions:
1. Definitions?
2. Examples?
3. Review booklet pages.
B. Grammar Unit Review:
1. What are the 8 parts of speech? (Definitions?)
2. How can you identify them in a sentence?
3. Review practice worksheet.
Aims: Understanding the 8 parts of speech to help in writing, reading and speaking.....
Homework: study for tomorrow's test on the 8 parts of speech.
III. Wednesday, November 22, 2017
Grammar Test today!
Do Now: prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the grammar unit.
HOMEWORK: rest, relax, rejuvenate! Think about a two sided topic that you would like to research for your paper.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected]
[email protected]
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
I. Monday, November 13, 2017
Do Now: With your group, review the parts of speech page of grammar booklet. What is the definition of parts of speech? What are the 8 parts of speech? Why should we know these?
A. Grammar: Parts of Speech: [Remember: write definitions and examples in your notebook.]
1. What is the function of the parts of speech?
2. How can you find out what part os speech a word is?
3. What are nouns?
4. What are the different kinds?
5. What is the purpose of nouns in a sentence?
Aims: What does the term parts of speech mean? Why should we know this information?
Homework: follow the Grammar Unit schedule: complete dittos on nouns and pronouns.
II. Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Do Now: With your group: review nouns. What are they? What function do they have in a sentence?
What are the different kinds? Write in your notes (I-Pad or book). Start worksheets on pronouns.
A. Grammar: Nouns and Pronouns:
1. What is a noun?
2. What is its function in a sentence?
3. What are the different kinds?
4. What is a pronoun?
5. Its function?
6. Kinds?
Aims: How can we improve our writing, reading, and speaking skills?
Homework: follow unit schedule: finish pronouns and work on adjectives.
III. Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Do Now: Group work: define and write examples for pronouns and adjectives. Be sure to use textbook, online sources.
A. Grammar: Pronouns and adjectives:
1. What are pronouns?
2. Functions?
3. Examples?
4. What are adjectives?
5. What questions can you ask to help you identify them?
Aims: How does understanding parts of speech help us?
Homework: follow grammar unit schedule: complete worksheets on adjectives and verbs.
IV. Thursday, November 16, 2017
Do Now: With you group, review definitions and examples. Flipbook work?
Review adjectives and verbs.
A. Grammar: adjectives and verbs:
1. What is the job of adjectives?
2. How can you identify them?
3. What is a verb?
4. Kinds?
5. Function?
B. Testing your knowledge: Practice quizzes.
1. Open any book and read and identify the parts of speech.
2. Online quizzes.
3. Work on flipbooks.
Aims: How can we improve our skills in reading, writing, and speaking?
Homework: follow schedule: complete worksheets on verbs and adverbs.
V. Friday, November 17, 2017
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Use pen ONLY!
A. Grammar Quiz #1:
Directions: identify the underline words on the lines below the
sentence. If it is a noun, label what kind of noun.
1. She dropped her strawberry ice cream on the
sidewalk.
2. A crowd walked to Third Street for a parade on
Sunday.
3. A good citizen is concerned about problems of
pollution in America.
4. The dentist gives each of his patients a thin toothbrush.
5. You should have seen the competitive game.
B. Grammar: verbs and adverbs:
1. With your group review verbs and adverbs. Review worksheets.
2. Write definitions and examples.
Aims: Reviewing parts of speech.
Homework: follow grammar unit schedule: complete worksheets on interjections, conjunctions, and prepositions. Finish all worksheets!
Any questions or concerns?
Contact us: [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: With your group, review the parts of speech page of grammar booklet. What is the definition of parts of speech? What are the 8 parts of speech? Why should we know these?
A. Grammar: Parts of Speech: [Remember: write definitions and examples in your notebook.]
1. What is the function of the parts of speech?
2. How can you find out what part os speech a word is?
3. What are nouns?
4. What are the different kinds?
5. What is the purpose of nouns in a sentence?
Aims: What does the term parts of speech mean? Why should we know this information?
Homework: follow the Grammar Unit schedule: complete dittos on nouns and pronouns.
II. Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Do Now: With your group: review nouns. What are they? What function do they have in a sentence?
What are the different kinds? Write in your notes (I-Pad or book). Start worksheets on pronouns.
A. Grammar: Nouns and Pronouns:
1. What is a noun?
2. What is its function in a sentence?
3. What are the different kinds?
4. What is a pronoun?
5. Its function?
6. Kinds?
Aims: How can we improve our writing, reading, and speaking skills?
Homework: follow unit schedule: finish pronouns and work on adjectives.
III. Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Do Now: Group work: define and write examples for pronouns and adjectives. Be sure to use textbook, online sources.
A. Grammar: Pronouns and adjectives:
1. What are pronouns?
2. Functions?
3. Examples?
4. What are adjectives?
5. What questions can you ask to help you identify them?
Aims: How does understanding parts of speech help us?
Homework: follow grammar unit schedule: complete worksheets on adjectives and verbs.
IV. Thursday, November 16, 2017
Do Now: With you group, review definitions and examples. Flipbook work?
Review adjectives and verbs.
A. Grammar: adjectives and verbs:
1. What is the job of adjectives?
2. How can you identify them?
3. What is a verb?
4. Kinds?
5. Function?
B. Testing your knowledge: Practice quizzes.
1. Open any book and read and identify the parts of speech.
2. Online quizzes.
3. Work on flipbooks.
Aims: How can we improve our skills in reading, writing, and speaking?
Homework: follow schedule: complete worksheets on verbs and adverbs.
V. Friday, November 17, 2017
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz. Use pen ONLY!
A. Grammar Quiz #1:
Directions: identify the underline words on the lines below the
sentence. If it is a noun, label what kind of noun.
1. She dropped her strawberry ice cream on the
sidewalk.
2. A crowd walked to Third Street for a parade on
Sunday.
3. A good citizen is concerned about problems of
pollution in America.
4. The dentist gives each of his patients a thin toothbrush.
5. You should have seen the competitive game.
B. Grammar: verbs and adverbs:
1. With your group review verbs and adverbs. Review worksheets.
2. Write definitions and examples.
Aims: Reviewing parts of speech.
Homework: follow grammar unit schedule: complete worksheets on interjections, conjunctions, and prepositions. Finish all worksheets!
Any questions or concerns?
Contact us: [email protected] OR
[email protected]
II. Second Unit: October 3 - November 10, 2017
A. Argument Essay: October 2- October 13, 2017
1. In class writing of essay following steps and using skills
from lessons.
2. Completing worksheets to assist students.
3. Creating a position statement with 3 strong reasons.
4. Using 3 out of 4 texts provided for supporting evidence (See citation.)
5. Writing 6 paragraph essay following steps and using worksheets.
6. Editing work.
Making an individual writing conference appointment with one teacher to go over strengths and weaknesses in order to rewrite essay to improve skills and grade. Appointments begin Monday, October 16 - Friday, October 20, 2017 with rewrites due ONE WEEK FROM APPOINTMENT DATE.
B. Poetry Unit: October 16 - November 10, 2017: [See Unit Schedule.]
1. How do you close read poetry?
2. What should you annotate?
3. What is the purpose?
4. What are the techniques?
5. Different types: ballads? sonnets? modern?
Quizzes anytime (see website for questions), test will be on Wednesday, 11/8/17.
A. Argument Essay: October 2- October 13, 2017
1. In class writing of essay following steps and using skills
from lessons.
2. Completing worksheets to assist students.
3. Creating a position statement with 3 strong reasons.
4. Using 3 out of 4 texts provided for supporting evidence (See citation.)
5. Writing 6 paragraph essay following steps and using worksheets.
6. Editing work.
Making an individual writing conference appointment with one teacher to go over strengths and weaknesses in order to rewrite essay to improve skills and grade. Appointments begin Monday, October 16 - Friday, October 20, 2017 with rewrites due ONE WEEK FROM APPOINTMENT DATE.
B. Poetry Unit: October 16 - November 10, 2017: [See Unit Schedule.]
1. How do you close read poetry?
2. What should you annotate?
3. What is the purpose?
4. What are the techniques?
5. Different types: ballads? sonnets? modern?
Quizzes anytime (see website for questions), test will be on Wednesday, 11/8/17.
I. Monday, November 6, 2017: Test Extra help after school in room 446!
All rewrites due!
Do Now: With your group complete review sheets: on the front fill in each box for each poem. On the back list all the definitions, types and characteristics of each kind of poetry.
A. Poetry Unit Review: [Test will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2017!]
1. What are the three kinds of poetry that we studied?
2. Define each, and include types and characterisitics.
3. How do we analyze poetry?
4. What is included in a literary analysis?
5. Review your homework: literary analysis of modern poem.
Aims: Why do we study poetry? How do we understand poetry? What steps do
you follow?
Homework: Study for poetry test, 11/8/2017. What is tomorrow's election about?
II. Wednesday, November 8, 2017: Poetry test today!
Do Now: prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the poetry unit.
HOMEWORK: Bring in your favorite poem that you annotated and the answers to the two questions.
III. Thursday, November 9, 2017
Do Now: With your group discuss your favorite poem. Review your annotations and answers. then review the questions below.
A. Poetry Reflection:
1. What helped you to better understand poetry?
2. What new skills did you learn?
3. What skills did you improve?
4. How can you use these skills in other ways
5. Would you change anything in this unit?
B. Grammar Unit #1: [See schedule and packet.]
1. Reviewing the schedule and packet.
2. Reviewing parts of speech.
Aims: Reviewing unit work and skills.
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit schedule.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected]
[email protected]
All rewrites due!
Do Now: With your group complete review sheets: on the front fill in each box for each poem. On the back list all the definitions, types and characteristics of each kind of poetry.
A. Poetry Unit Review: [Test will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2017!]
1. What are the three kinds of poetry that we studied?
2. Define each, and include types and characterisitics.
3. How do we analyze poetry?
4. What is included in a literary analysis?
5. Review your homework: literary analysis of modern poem.
Aims: Why do we study poetry? How do we understand poetry? What steps do
you follow?
Homework: Study for poetry test, 11/8/2017. What is tomorrow's election about?
II. Wednesday, November 8, 2017: Poetry test today!
Do Now: prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine
what you do first and/or what to spend
most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the poetry unit.
HOMEWORK: Bring in your favorite poem that you annotated and the answers to the two questions.
III. Thursday, November 9, 2017
Do Now: With your group discuss your favorite poem. Review your annotations and answers. then review the questions below.
A. Poetry Reflection:
1. What helped you to better understand poetry?
2. What new skills did you learn?
3. What skills did you improve?
4. How can you use these skills in other ways
5. Would you change anything in this unit?
B. Grammar Unit #1: [See schedule and packet.]
1. Reviewing the schedule and packet.
2. Reviewing parts of speech.
Aims: Reviewing unit work and skills.
Homework: Follow Grammar Unit schedule.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, October 30, 2017 Essay Rewrite? Due one week from writing conference!
Sonnet Literary Analysis Due Today on Google Classroom!
Do Now: Group Work: Review your individual sonnet literary analysis with your group. Did your analysis include all of the information from the list? After checking each member's analysis, then create a new group analysis, using the best ideas from each member!
A. Literary Analysis: Sonnets:
1. Title? Author?
2. Sonnet? Which type?
3. Author's Purpose? [Evaluate!]
4. One MAIN Technique? [Evaluate!]
5. One example from the poem to prove your thesis.
[Give stanza and line number or just line number.]
6. Your explanation should connect the example with your thesis.
7. Last sentence should be summary with connection to the real world.
B. "How do I Love Thee" (Sonnet 43) by Elizabeth Barrett Browning:
1. Author's purpose?
2. What are all the techniques?
3. What type of poem is this? Why?
Aims: How do we understand poetry? What are the ways to help us better understand the poem? What do you do as you read the poem? What is a sonnet and the two types?
Homework: Close read and annotate the informational page about Modern Poetry. Create a definition that helps you to understand this type of poetry. Essay rewrite is due one week from WC. Study for Poetry test, 11/8.
II. Tuesday, October 31, 2017 Essay Rewrite? HAPPY HALLOWEEN;)
Do Now: Group work: review questions and notes from Browning's "Sonnet 43." Be sure to review the 2 questions!
A. "Sonnet 43" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. What type of sonnet is this poem? Be prepared to prove your answer!
B. Modern Poetry: What is it? Characteristics?
1. Compare and contrast your definition of modern poetry with the rest of
your group.
2. Create the best definition from each one.
C. "Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost:
1. Close read and annotate.
2. Author's purpose?
3. Techniques?
4. What kind of poem is this?
Aims: How can we better understand poetry? What steps help us? What can you do? What is modern poetry?
Homework: Close read and annotate Frost's poem. Rewrite? Study for poetry test, 11/8. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
III. Wednesday, November 1, 2017 Essay Rewrite?
Do Now: Groups Work: Review close reading and annotations of Frost's poem.
A. Modern Poetry: "Stopping By Woods On a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Why is this considered modern poetry?
B. Sonnet Literary Analysis:
1. What information should be included?
2. Why?
Aims: How does understanding the type and the characteristics of a poem help us to understand a poem better? What is the purpose of poetry? Of Literature?
Homework: Close read and annotate "Barter" by Sara Teasdale. Essay Rewrite? Study for poetry test, 11/8.
IV. Thursday, November 2, 2017 Essay Rewrite?
Do Now: Group Work: review close reading techniques and annotations on Teasdale's poem.
A. Modern Poetry: "Barter" by Sara Teasdale:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to Frost's poem.
4. Why is this poem considered modern poetry?
B. Sonnet Literary Analysis: Group Examples:
1. What information should be included to be successful?
2. How can we improve our written analysis?
Aims: How can we better understand poetry? What can you do? How can we improve our analytical skills?
Homework: Close read and annotate Collins' poem, "Introduction to Poetry." Essay rewrite is due one week from writing conference date. Study for poetry test, 11/8.
V. Friday, November 3, 2017 Essay Rewrite?
Do Now: Group Work: review notes on "Introduction to Poetry" by Billy Collins. What additional information did you discover? How? Why?
A. Modern Poetry: "Introduction to Poetry? by Billy Collins
1. Definition?
2. Characteristics?
3. What makes Collin's poem an example of modern poetry?
B. Poetry:
1. Compare and contrast all 3 types of poetry that we studies in this unit.
2. How does knowing these types (and the characteristics) help us to better
understand the poems?
Aims: Creating methods to improve comprehension of poetry? Could these methods help in other ways?
Homework: Write a one-two paragraph analysis and submit to google classroom. Period 4 write about Collins poem and period 6 write about Frost's poem. Essay rewrite? Study for poetry test, 11/8.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, October 23, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Rewrites are due (typed) one week from appointment!
Do Now: Group Work: share your literary analysis of one of the ballads. Read your analysis aloud. What information has been included? What is missing?
Then the group will create ONE literary analysis of one ballad together to share with the rest of the class.
A. Poetry: written literary analysis: [Each member of the group should write it.]
1. What information should be included?
2. What two questions should be answered?
3. What are the parts of a literary analysis?
4. Be prepared to share your group's work with the rest of the class.
B. Sonnets:
1. Close read and annotate the information page.
2. What is a sonnet? Types? Characteristics?
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What information should be included in a literary analysis? What makes a successful literary analysis?
Homework: Close read and annotate the sonnet information page. Complete rewrite of your argument essay (typed). This is due one week from your writing conference.
II. Tuesday, October 24, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Group Work: create a definition of sonnets. Each member should write it own in notes.
A. Poetry:
1. What is a sonnet?
2. Types?
3. Characteristics?
4. Compare and contrast to ballads
5. Close read, annotate "On First Looking Into Chapman's Homer" by Keats.
Aims: How do you understand a sonnet? What helps you to understand this lyric poem?
Homework: Complete close reading, annotating, and answering the question of Keats' poem. Argument Essay rewrite due (typed) one week from writing conference appointment.
III. Wednesday, October 25, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Prepare for quiz.
A. Poetry Quiz #1:
1. What is a ballad?
2. What are the types of Ballads?
3. What are 4 characteristics of a ballad?
4. What are the purpose and ONE MAIN technique of
"Get Up and Bar the Door"?
5. Explain 2 reasons that Randall uses the ballad format in
"Ballad of Birmingham."
B. Poetry: Sonnets: Keats' "On Looking Into Chapman's Homer"
1. Circle all proper nouns.
2. What do these mean?
3. Author's purpose?
4. Techniques?
5. What kind of poem is this?
6. Why?
Aims: How do the characteristics of a sonnet help guide meaning and understanding?
Homework: Close read, annotate, and answer questions of "Sonnet 73 " by Shakespeare. Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from writing conference appointment.
IV. Thursday, October 26, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: With your group, review your analysis of "Sonnet 73" by Shakespeare.
A. Poetry: Sonnets: "Sonnet 73" by William Shakespeare.
1. What is the meaning of the poem?
2. What techniques are used to convey this meaning?
3. What kind of poem is this? Explain-prove!
Aims: What is a sonnet? What are the types? Characteristics? How do you understand poetry? What helps you to understand?
Homework: Close read, annotate, answer the questions about "Sonnet 43" by Browning. Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from WC.
V. Friday, October 27, 2107: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Review your homework with the group. Be able to answer the questions below.
A. Poetry: Sonnets: "Sonnet 43" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. How did you analyze this poem?
4. What helped you to understand this poem?
5. Compare this poem with all the others that we studied so far.
Aims: How do we understand sonnets? What do you annotate? What helps us to understand all poetry? Literature?
Homework: Write a literary analysis (1-2 paragraphs) of your chosen poem.
Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from WC? Study for test.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
Rewrites are due (typed) one week from appointment!
Do Now: Group Work: share your literary analysis of one of the ballads. Read your analysis aloud. What information has been included? What is missing?
Then the group will create ONE literary analysis of one ballad together to share with the rest of the class.
A. Poetry: written literary analysis: [Each member of the group should write it.]
1. What information should be included?
2. What two questions should be answered?
3. What are the parts of a literary analysis?
4. Be prepared to share your group's work with the rest of the class.
B. Sonnets:
1. Close read and annotate the information page.
2. What is a sonnet? Types? Characteristics?
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What information should be included in a literary analysis? What makes a successful literary analysis?
Homework: Close read and annotate the sonnet information page. Complete rewrite of your argument essay (typed). This is due one week from your writing conference.
II. Tuesday, October 24, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Group Work: create a definition of sonnets. Each member should write it own in notes.
A. Poetry:
1. What is a sonnet?
2. Types?
3. Characteristics?
4. Compare and contrast to ballads
5. Close read, annotate "On First Looking Into Chapman's Homer" by Keats.
Aims: How do you understand a sonnet? What helps you to understand this lyric poem?
Homework: Complete close reading, annotating, and answering the question of Keats' poem. Argument Essay rewrite due (typed) one week from writing conference appointment.
III. Wednesday, October 25, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Prepare for quiz.
A. Poetry Quiz #1:
1. What is a ballad?
2. What are the types of Ballads?
3. What are 4 characteristics of a ballad?
4. What are the purpose and ONE MAIN technique of
"Get Up and Bar the Door"?
5. Explain 2 reasons that Randall uses the ballad format in
"Ballad of Birmingham."
B. Poetry: Sonnets: Keats' "On Looking Into Chapman's Homer"
1. Circle all proper nouns.
2. What do these mean?
3. Author's purpose?
4. Techniques?
5. What kind of poem is this?
6. Why?
Aims: How do the characteristics of a sonnet help guide meaning and understanding?
Homework: Close read, annotate, and answer questions of "Sonnet 73 " by Shakespeare. Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from writing conference appointment.
IV. Thursday, October 26, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: With your group, review your analysis of "Sonnet 73" by Shakespeare.
A. Poetry: Sonnets: "Sonnet 73" by William Shakespeare.
1. What is the meaning of the poem?
2. What techniques are used to convey this meaning?
3. What kind of poem is this? Explain-prove!
Aims: What is a sonnet? What are the types? Characteristics? How do you understand poetry? What helps you to understand?
Homework: Close read, annotate, answer the questions about "Sonnet 43" by Browning. Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from WC.
V. Friday, October 27, 2107: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Review your homework with the group. Be able to answer the questions below.
A. Poetry: Sonnets: "Sonnet 43" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. How did you analyze this poem?
4. What helped you to understand this poem?
5. Compare this poem with all the others that we studied so far.
Aims: How do we understand sonnets? What do you annotate? What helps us to understand all poetry? Literature?
Homework: Write a literary analysis (1-2 paragraphs) of your chosen poem.
Complete argument essay rewrite (typed), due one week from WC? Study for test.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, October 16, 2017
All essays must be finished by tomorrow, 3:30 pm.
Writing Conference appointment?
Review and Amend Unit Schedule!
Do Now: Meet with your new group (see list). Review close reading techniques used for Lund's book review, myths, and the 4 texts from the argument essay. Compare and contrast.
[What did you do? What did you annotate? What were the 2 questions that you wanted to answer?]
A. Poetry: As the poem is read aloud: [Distribute poetry packets.]
1. Annotate Collins' poem, "Introduction to Poetry."
a.) What is this poem about?
b.) What stands out to you? What do you notice?
c.) What questions did you develop to help you to understand this poem?
2. Review Poetry packet.
a.) Review steps. Add anything?
b.) Apply questions to Collins' poem.
Aims: What is the purpose of poetry? How do we understand poetry?
What skills do we use?
HOMEWORK: Close read and annotate the poem that you chose: author's purpose? techniques? Use the questions we developed. Rewrites of Argument Essays are due one week from writing conference appointment date.
II. Tuesday, October 17, 2017:
All essays must be completed by 3:30 pm today!
Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your new group, close read and annotate the informational sheet about ballads. Write a definition, include characteristics, and the different types in your notes. Compare and contrast ballads to our study of myths.
A. Poetry: as I read aloud, "Get Up and Bar the Door," students should annotate:
1. Who is speaking?
2. What is happening?
3. What stands out? What did you notice?
4. Author's purpose?
5. Techniques?
6. What kind of poem is this? Explain your answer.
7. Answer the end questions with your group.
Aims: How do we understand poetry? How do we close read? What do we annotate? What is a ballad?
HOMEWORK: Complete end questions of "Get Up and Bar the Door." Rewrite of Argument Essay is due one week from writing conference date.
III. Wednesday, October 18, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group, review close reading techniques, annotations, and answers to the end questions of "Get Up and Bar the Door."
A. Poetry: "Get Up and Bar the Door":
1. What did we discover about the poem, "Get Up and Bar the Door"?
2. How did we discover it?
Review questions and notes!
B. Poetry: "The Unquiet Grave":
1. As I read the poem aloud, what should you do?
2. With your group: annotate the poem.
What should you be noting? What are you looking for?
Review your findings with the class. Did you miss anything?
Aims: What do we learn from poetry? How do we learn? What skills do we use?
HOMEWORK: Complete analysis and end questions of "The Unquiet Grave."
Rewrites of Argument essay is due one week from writing conference date.
IV. Thursday, October 19, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group, review close reading techniques, annotations, and answers to end questions.
A. Poetry: "The Unquiet Grave":
1. What were the literary elements of this poem?
2. What did you discover? How?
3. What kind of poem is this? Explain.
4. How do these ballads compare to the myths that we studied?
Share your analysis with the class.
B. Poetry: "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Dudley Randall:
1. With your group, annotate this poem.
2. Author's purpose?
3. What techniques does the author use to help the reader understand his
purpose?
Share your analysis with the class.
Aims: What is the purpose of poetry? How can we better understand poems?
HOMEWORK: Complete analysis and end questions of "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. Rewrite of Argument Essay is due one week from writing conference date.
V. Friday, October 20, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Review with your group, your annotations and answers to the end questions about "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. Be prepared to share with the class.
A. Poetry: "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Dudley Randall:
1. Write a 1-2 paragraph analysis of this poem. Choose one literary technique
to explain the author's purpose. Be sure to give at least 2 specific
examples from the poem as supporting evidence.
2. Share your paragraphs on google classroom, using your group number.
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What skills do you use?
Homework: Close read and annotate the poem that you choose. Share on google classroom. Be prepared to share with the class on Monday, October 23. Argument Essay rewrites are due one week from writing conference date.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected]
[email protected]
All essays must be finished by tomorrow, 3:30 pm.
Writing Conference appointment?
Review and Amend Unit Schedule!
Do Now: Meet with your new group (see list). Review close reading techniques used for Lund's book review, myths, and the 4 texts from the argument essay. Compare and contrast.
[What did you do? What did you annotate? What were the 2 questions that you wanted to answer?]
A. Poetry: As the poem is read aloud: [Distribute poetry packets.]
1. Annotate Collins' poem, "Introduction to Poetry."
a.) What is this poem about?
b.) What stands out to you? What do you notice?
c.) What questions did you develop to help you to understand this poem?
2. Review Poetry packet.
a.) Review steps. Add anything?
b.) Apply questions to Collins' poem.
Aims: What is the purpose of poetry? How do we understand poetry?
What skills do we use?
HOMEWORK: Close read and annotate the poem that you chose: author's purpose? techniques? Use the questions we developed. Rewrites of Argument Essays are due one week from writing conference appointment date.
II. Tuesday, October 17, 2017:
All essays must be completed by 3:30 pm today!
Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your new group, close read and annotate the informational sheet about ballads. Write a definition, include characteristics, and the different types in your notes. Compare and contrast ballads to our study of myths.
A. Poetry: as I read aloud, "Get Up and Bar the Door," students should annotate:
1. Who is speaking?
2. What is happening?
3. What stands out? What did you notice?
4. Author's purpose?
5. Techniques?
6. What kind of poem is this? Explain your answer.
7. Answer the end questions with your group.
Aims: How do we understand poetry? How do we close read? What do we annotate? What is a ballad?
HOMEWORK: Complete end questions of "Get Up and Bar the Door." Rewrite of Argument Essay is due one week from writing conference date.
III. Wednesday, October 18, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group, review close reading techniques, annotations, and answers to the end questions of "Get Up and Bar the Door."
A. Poetry: "Get Up and Bar the Door":
1. What did we discover about the poem, "Get Up and Bar the Door"?
2. How did we discover it?
Review questions and notes!
B. Poetry: "The Unquiet Grave":
1. As I read the poem aloud, what should you do?
2. With your group: annotate the poem.
What should you be noting? What are you looking for?
Review your findings with the class. Did you miss anything?
Aims: What do we learn from poetry? How do we learn? What skills do we use?
HOMEWORK: Complete analysis and end questions of "The Unquiet Grave."
Rewrites of Argument essay is due one week from writing conference date.
IV. Thursday, October 19, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group, review close reading techniques, annotations, and answers to end questions.
A. Poetry: "The Unquiet Grave":
1. What were the literary elements of this poem?
2. What did you discover? How?
3. What kind of poem is this? Explain.
4. How do these ballads compare to the myths that we studied?
Share your analysis with the class.
B. Poetry: "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Dudley Randall:
1. With your group, annotate this poem.
2. Author's purpose?
3. What techniques does the author use to help the reader understand his
purpose?
Share your analysis with the class.
Aims: What is the purpose of poetry? How can we better understand poems?
HOMEWORK: Complete analysis and end questions of "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. Rewrite of Argument Essay is due one week from writing conference date.
V. Friday, October 20, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Review with your group, your annotations and answers to the end questions about "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. Be prepared to share with the class.
A. Poetry: "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Dudley Randall:
1. Write a 1-2 paragraph analysis of this poem. Choose one literary technique
to explain the author's purpose. Be sure to give at least 2 specific
examples from the poem as supporting evidence.
2. Share your paragraphs on google classroom, using your group number.
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What skills do you use?
Homework: Close read and annotate the poem that you choose. Share on google classroom. Be prepared to share with the class on Monday, October 23. Argument Essay rewrites are due one week from writing conference date.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Do Now: Continue working on your argument essay. Check the steps below. Use the graphic organizers and outline worksheets provided.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading of all 4 texts?
2. Annotations:
a.) What did you highlight or underline?
b.) What did you note (PRO? CON?)
3. Fill in Organizational Chart:
a.) PRO (FOR) or CON (AGAINST)?
b.) Include line numbers from all 4 texts.
4. Outline Worksheet:
a.) Introduction: Background information that explains the topic +
Position Statement with 3 STRONG reasons
b.) 3 Body Paragraphs: one for each of the 3 reasons from your position
statement. Include evidence from 3 out of 4 texts.
c.) Counter-argument: acknowledge the other side (opposition) and use it
for your argument. Include evidence from the texts.
5. Write your essay by following your outline.
6. Edit your work for logical clarity, sentence structure, conventions...
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? What skills do you use?
HOMEWORK: Look for a poem that you like (WHY?)
bring in copy on Friday, 10/13.
II. Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Do Now: Continue working on your argument essay. Follow steps.
Complete worksheets.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading?
2. Annotations: chart?
3. Outline? (6 paragraphs?)
4. Write your essay with a strong position statement that includes 3 reasons.
5. Edit your work. (What is your purpose?)
Aims: What is the purpose of an argument essay? What steps help you to fulfill
that purpose?
HOMEWORK: find a poem that you like (WHY?) and bring a copy in on 10/13.
III. Thursday, October 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Continue work on your argument essay. Circle your position statement. Underline in each body paragraph each of the 3 reasons, and box counter-argument. Check list from directions: did you complete all, include all?
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading?
2. Annotations: PRO or CON?
3. Organizational Chart: Pro (For) or Con (Against) with line numbers of
evidence from all 4 texts.
4. Outline: Background with Position Statement, 3 reasons,
counter-argument, conclusion?
5. Essay: follow instructions from DO NOW (above).
6. Edit your work!
Aims: What do you do after writing your essay? How can you be sure that you included all the information and followed the directions?
HOMEWORK: Choose one poem that you like (BE prepared to explain why you like it.) and bring into class tomorrow, 10/13.
IV. Friday, October 13, 2017: Did you make a writing conference appointment?
Do Now: Did you complete your argument essay? Make a writing conference appointment? Take poetry packet and close read.
A. Argument Essay: need more time.....make appointment!
1. Follow all the steps!
2. Writing Conference Appointment?
B. Poetry Unit: [Review schedule.]
1. How do you close read a poem? What are you looking for?
a.) Take out your favorite poem and close read it.
b.) What will you annotate?
2. Compare and contrast close reading of poetry to the close reading of
non-fiction and fiction.
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? How do you understand poetry? What skills do you use? Steps?
HOMEWORK: Close read the ballads. Due on Monday, 10/ 16.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Continue working on your argument essay. Check the steps below. Use the graphic organizers and outline worksheets provided.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading of all 4 texts?
2. Annotations:
a.) What did you highlight or underline?
b.) What did you note (PRO? CON?)
3. Fill in Organizational Chart:
a.) PRO (FOR) or CON (AGAINST)?
b.) Include line numbers from all 4 texts.
4. Outline Worksheet:
a.) Introduction: Background information that explains the topic +
Position Statement with 3 STRONG reasons
b.) 3 Body Paragraphs: one for each of the 3 reasons from your position
statement. Include evidence from 3 out of 4 texts.
c.) Counter-argument: acknowledge the other side (opposition) and use it
for your argument. Include evidence from the texts.
5. Write your essay by following your outline.
6. Edit your work for logical clarity, sentence structure, conventions...
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? What skills do you use?
HOMEWORK: Look for a poem that you like (WHY?)
bring in copy on Friday, 10/13.
II. Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Do Now: Continue working on your argument essay. Follow steps.
Complete worksheets.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading?
2. Annotations: chart?
3. Outline? (6 paragraphs?)
4. Write your essay with a strong position statement that includes 3 reasons.
5. Edit your work. (What is your purpose?)
Aims: What is the purpose of an argument essay? What steps help you to fulfill
that purpose?
HOMEWORK: find a poem that you like (WHY?) and bring a copy in on 10/13.
III. Thursday, October 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Continue work on your argument essay. Circle your position statement. Underline in each body paragraph each of the 3 reasons, and box counter-argument. Check list from directions: did you complete all, include all?
A. Argument Essay:
1. Close Reading?
2. Annotations: PRO or CON?
3. Organizational Chart: Pro (For) or Con (Against) with line numbers of
evidence from all 4 texts.
4. Outline: Background with Position Statement, 3 reasons,
counter-argument, conclusion?
5. Essay: follow instructions from DO NOW (above).
6. Edit your work!
Aims: What do you do after writing your essay? How can you be sure that you included all the information and followed the directions?
HOMEWORK: Choose one poem that you like (BE prepared to explain why you like it.) and bring into class tomorrow, 10/13.
IV. Friday, October 13, 2017: Did you make a writing conference appointment?
Do Now: Did you complete your argument essay? Make a writing conference appointment? Take poetry packet and close read.
A. Argument Essay: need more time.....make appointment!
1. Follow all the steps!
2. Writing Conference Appointment?
B. Poetry Unit: [Review schedule.]
1. How do you close read a poem? What are you looking for?
a.) Take out your favorite poem and close read it.
b.) What will you annotate?
2. Compare and contrast close reading of poetry to the close reading of
non-fiction and fiction.
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? How do you understand poetry? What skills do you use? Steps?
HOMEWORK: Close read the ballads. Due on Monday, 10/ 16.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
FIRST UNIT:
Progress Reports this week! October 3, 2017
Upcoming assessments:
Myth test on Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Analysis rewrite due on turnitin.com 9/27/2017
Myth Project due on Thursday, September 28, 2107!
Team Building Exercise will be on Friday, 9/29/17.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Put away all backpacks and meet by the main entrance at class time! More details will be given in class!
Thank You Postcard to Mr. Morrow for sharing his time, expertise to assist us in learning valuable skills and lessons.
What was your favorite part of the day? Due on Friday, 10/6!
Progress Reports this week! October 3, 2017
Upcoming assessments:
Myth test on Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Analysis rewrite due on turnitin.com 9/27/2017
Myth Project due on Thursday, September 28, 2107!
Team Building Exercise will be on Friday, 9/29/17.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Put away all backpacks and meet by the main entrance at class time! More details will be given in class!
Thank You Postcard to Mr. Morrow for sharing his time, expertise to assist us in learning valuable skills and lessons.
What was your favorite part of the day? Due on Friday, 10/6!
Second Unit: October 3, 2017 - November 3, 2017:
I. Argument Essay: to be completed in class after lessons. 10/3/17 -10/12/2017
1. Students will write a 5-6 paragraph essay creating a position statement that includes 3 strong reasons
that uses the 4 given texts.
2. Daily lessons to learn how to close read and annotate the texts including chart.
3. Using worksheets to organize and understand the texts.
4. Creating a clear position statement or thesis using student notes.
5. Creating an outline to organize a persuasive and convincing argument essay.
6. Writing the essay.
7. Editing the essay.
8. Students will make an individual writing conference appointment with one of the teachers in order to
improve skills and grade.
II. Poetry: 10/11/17 - 11/3/2017: All materials will be on google classroom!
1. Students will close read and analyze different types of poetry.
a.) Ballads: Folk and Modern
b.) Sonnets: English and Italian
c.) Modern Verse
2. Students will practice speaking skills.
3. There will be quizzes (check the website!).
4. The poetry test will be on Wednesday, November 1, 2107.
There will be extra help any time, just see the teacher to schedule time!
I. Argument Essay: to be completed in class after lessons. 10/3/17 -10/12/2017
1. Students will write a 5-6 paragraph essay creating a position statement that includes 3 strong reasons
that uses the 4 given texts.
2. Daily lessons to learn how to close read and annotate the texts including chart.
3. Using worksheets to organize and understand the texts.
4. Creating a clear position statement or thesis using student notes.
5. Creating an outline to organize a persuasive and convincing argument essay.
6. Writing the essay.
7. Editing the essay.
8. Students will make an individual writing conference appointment with one of the teachers in order to
improve skills and grade.
II. Poetry: 10/11/17 - 11/3/2017: All materials will be on google classroom!
1. Students will close read and analyze different types of poetry.
a.) Ballads: Folk and Modern
b.) Sonnets: English and Italian
c.) Modern Verse
2. Students will practice speaking skills.
3. There will be quizzes (check the website!).
4. The poetry test will be on Wednesday, November 1, 2107.
There will be extra help any time, just see the teacher to schedule time!
I. Monday, October 2, 2017:
Do Now: Answer the questions below:
A. Reflection on Team Building Challenge:
1. What were the 3 challenges?
2. Did your team successfully complete each challenge? Explain.
3. What did your team do to successfully complete each challenge?
4. How did your team work each challenge?
5. What did you learn from this day?
6. How can we use these lessons in class? In other situations?
7. Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow: see instructions rubric!
B. Myth Project presentations:
1. Review grading rubric.
2. Complete peer grading. Turn it in to google classroom.
3. What must you do to successfully complete this project?
4. What did you learn from your classmate's projects?
Aims: What skills did you use to successfully complete the myth project? What did you learn from each other? What did you learn on Friday? How?
Homework: Complete Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow: his time, his expertise or experience, lessons learned? What was your favorite part?
Due 10/6! See instructions rubric!
II. Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Do Now: Review materials. What is an argument (position) essay? What is the purpose? Parts? Why would you write an argument (position) essay?
A. Argument Essay: In class only: all materials will be collected at the end of class:
1. Purpose?
2. Parts?
3. Steps to successfully complete the essay?
4. What skills would you use?
5. Close Reading? What would you annotate?
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? What skills do you use? Why do we write argument (position) essays?
Homework: Complete Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow, due 10/6.
III. Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Continue close reading and annotating the 4 texts. Complete the chart.
A. Argument Essay: [To Be Collected at the end of the period]
1. What do you do when close reading each text?
2. What do you annotate?
3. What should be written on the chart for each text?
4. How do you close read and annotate a chart?
5. Positions?
6. Complete close reading, annotating, and the chart all 4 texts.
Aims: What information are you noting? What information goes on the chart?
What will you use this information for?
Homework: Complete Thank you Postcard for Mr. Morrow. Due on Friday, 10/6.
IV. Thursday, October 5, 2017
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Review your annotations and chart.
What is your position on the topic? What 3 different reasons will you use?
A. Argument Essay: [All materials TBCollected at the end of the period]
1. What information did you note?
2. What did you write on your chart for each text?
3. How can you use this information to create a position statement with 3
reasons to prove or support your position?
4. Remember your purpose: decide on ONE SIDE then give 3 important
reasons to prove or support your position.
5. Outline: organizing your argument to convince your reader!
Aims: Using notes to create a strong position statement with 3 different but strong reasons to support or prove your position.
Homework: Complete Thank You Postcard to Mr. Morrow. Due tomorrow, 10/6.
V. Friday, October 6, 2017: Thank You Postcards Due today!
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Review your notes and position statement. Create an outline.
A. Argument Essay: [All materials TBC at the end of the period]
1. How many paragraphs?
2. What should be in each paragraph?
3. Purpose: how will you convince or persuade your reader?
4. Using your notes to complete the essay.
5. Follow instructions: you must use 3 out of 4 texts in your essay.
6. Citing sources in your essay?
Aims: What is the best way to convince your reader of your position? What should you include in your essay? What is the best and logical order of your information?
Homework: Think about your essay.......
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Answer the questions below:
A. Reflection on Team Building Challenge:
1. What were the 3 challenges?
2. Did your team successfully complete each challenge? Explain.
3. What did your team do to successfully complete each challenge?
4. How did your team work each challenge?
5. What did you learn from this day?
6. How can we use these lessons in class? In other situations?
7. Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow: see instructions rubric!
B. Myth Project presentations:
1. Review grading rubric.
2. Complete peer grading. Turn it in to google classroom.
3. What must you do to successfully complete this project?
4. What did you learn from your classmate's projects?
Aims: What skills did you use to successfully complete the myth project? What did you learn from each other? What did you learn on Friday? How?
Homework: Complete Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow: his time, his expertise or experience, lessons learned? What was your favorite part?
Due 10/6! See instructions rubric!
II. Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Do Now: Review materials. What is an argument (position) essay? What is the purpose? Parts? Why would you write an argument (position) essay?
A. Argument Essay: In class only: all materials will be collected at the end of class:
1. Purpose?
2. Parts?
3. Steps to successfully complete the essay?
4. What skills would you use?
5. Close Reading? What would you annotate?
Aims: How do you write a successful argument essay? What skills do you use? Why do we write argument (position) essays?
Homework: Complete Thank you postcard to Mr. Morrow, due 10/6.
III. Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Continue close reading and annotating the 4 texts. Complete the chart.
A. Argument Essay: [To Be Collected at the end of the period]
1. What do you do when close reading each text?
2. What do you annotate?
3. What should be written on the chart for each text?
4. How do you close read and annotate a chart?
5. Positions?
6. Complete close reading, annotating, and the chart all 4 texts.
Aims: What information are you noting? What information goes on the chart?
What will you use this information for?
Homework: Complete Thank you Postcard for Mr. Morrow. Due on Friday, 10/6.
IV. Thursday, October 5, 2017
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Review your annotations and chart.
What is your position on the topic? What 3 different reasons will you use?
A. Argument Essay: [All materials TBCollected at the end of the period]
1. What information did you note?
2. What did you write on your chart for each text?
3. How can you use this information to create a position statement with 3
reasons to prove or support your position?
4. Remember your purpose: decide on ONE SIDE then give 3 important
reasons to prove or support your position.
5. Outline: organizing your argument to convince your reader!
Aims: Using notes to create a strong position statement with 3 different but strong reasons to support or prove your position.
Homework: Complete Thank You Postcard to Mr. Morrow. Due tomorrow, 10/6.
V. Friday, October 6, 2017: Thank You Postcards Due today!
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials. Review your notes and position statement. Create an outline.
A. Argument Essay: [All materials TBC at the end of the period]
1. How many paragraphs?
2. What should be in each paragraph?
3. Purpose: how will you convince or persuade your reader?
4. Using your notes to complete the essay.
5. Follow instructions: you must use 3 out of 4 texts in your essay.
6. Citing sources in your essay?
Aims: What is the best way to convince your reader of your position? What should you include in your essay? What is the best and logical order of your information?
Homework: Think about your essay.......
Any questions or concerns?
Contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
MATERIALS FOR THE MYTH UNIT: All is on google classroom!
Schedule
Close Reading Non-Fiction
Close Reading Fiction
Literary Elements Chart
"The Greeks" by Kitto
Introductory Packet
"Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid
Flower Myths:
1. "Narcissus #1" by Homer
2. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid
3. "Hyacinth" by Euripides
4. Historical Background by Edith Hamilton
5. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion
"Hercules" Myth
Schedule
Close Reading Non-Fiction
Close Reading Fiction
Literary Elements Chart
"The Greeks" by Kitto
Introductory Packet
"Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid
Flower Myths:
1. "Narcissus #1" by Homer
2. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid
3. "Hyacinth" by Euripides
4. Historical Background by Edith Hamilton
5. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion
"Hercules" Myth
I. Monday, September 25, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, finish the literary elements chart of "Hercules."
A. Flower Myths 3 and 4 + Hamilton's explanation of the 'Dark Secret' how is
evolved into memorials.
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast all the myths: similarities? differences?
B. "Hercules"
1. Who are the authors?
2. Who is the main character?
3. How is he described?
4. What is his background?
5. His strengths? Weaknesses?
Aims: What is the purpose of myths? Why do WE study myths today? What
skills do we use to improve comprehension and analysis?
HOMEWORK: Follow Myth Unit Schedule: test on 9/27, Rewrite due 9/27, and Myth Project is due on 9/28. Team Building Challenge will be on 9/29!
II. Tuesday, September 26, 2017: Extra help after school today!
Do Now: group work, complete ditto on Hercules.
A. "Hercules" Authors?
1. What lessons does this character teach us?
2. What major concepts do we still practice today?
3. How is this myth different from the modern movies?. of the test
B. Review for Myth Test/ Project:
1. Format?
2. Study skills?
3. How do you study or prepare for the myth test?
4. How can you prepare a successful project?
Aims: What do myths teach us? How can you improve your critical skills of reading,
writing, studying, speaking?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule: test tomorrow, rewrite due tomorrow, myth project is due on 9/28 and Team Building Challenge will be on Friday, 9.29.
III. Wednesday, September 27, 2017: Myth Test Today!
Do Now: prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only a blue or black ink pen.
3. Look over the test to see point scoring to determine what you do first and/or
spend most time on while working.
4. Read and follow the directions carefully.
5. Use the information on the test to help you.
6. Do NOT leave blanks. Make an educated guess.
7. Watch your time and use it carefully, wisely.
8. Review and edit your test as needed.
9. Raise your hand to ask questions. Do not disturb others.
10. Take a deep breath and relax!
Aims: assessing students' skills and understanding of the myth unit.
HOMEWORK: follow Myth unit schedule: project is due tomorrow.
IV. Thursday, September 28, 2017: Myth Projects due Today!
Do Now: review instructions and grading rubric. How will you grade your peers?
A. Project Presentations:
1. Every student will grade each other based upon grading rubric. (TBC)
a.) Give a numerical grade.
b.) Explain one reason for that grade.
2. What will you be looking for as you grade each project?
Aims: assessing information and skills from the myth unit.
HOMEWORK: Team Building Challenge tomorrow. Dress in comfortable clothes and shoes. Lock up backpacks. Meet by the main entrance.
V. Friday, September 29, 2017: Team Building Challenge Today!
Lock up all of your valuables, including your backpacks.
Be sure to be dressed for physical activities.
Meet the class at the main entrance.
A. Questions to ponder over the weekend:
1. What did you do in this challenge?
2. What was the purpose of this challenge?
3. How will today's challenge help you in the classroom?
Aims: practicing skills to help in the classroom.
Homework: be prepared to write down the answers to the above questions in class on Monday, October 2. New unit to be started on 10/2.
I. Monday, September 18, 2017: Guidance will visit classes to discuss PSATs.
Do Now: With your group continue working on completing the literary elements chart for the "Flower Myths".
A. Review Literary Elements chart of "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Author's Techniques?
B. Flower Myths #1 and #2:
1. Close Reading Techniques?
2. What did you annotate? [Literary Elements!]
C. Analysis of Lund's Book Review: "Can Poetry Save Your Life?"
1. Did you follow the steps?
2. Did you include all the information required?
3. Writing Errors?
4. How can you improve?
Aims: What are the steps for close reading? How and what do you annotate?
What information is included in non-fiction analysis? How do you edit your work?
Homework: follow the Myth Unit schedule.
II. Tuesday, September, 19, 2017:
Do Now: Group Work: Continue working on literary elements chart for all the Flower Myths. Start close reading and annotating "Hercules."
A. Myth Project Instructions and Rubric:
1. Review purpose, end project, and presentation date.
2. Grading Rubric?
B. Flower Myths #3 and #4:
1. Close Reading Techniques?
2. What did you annotate?
3. Literary Elements?
Aims: How can you successfully practice and improve our close reading and annotating skills to understand and present cultural myths?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule: preparing for assessments?
III. Wednesday, September 20, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, continue to close read and annotate "Hercules."
Complete Literary Elements chart.
A. "Hercules"
1. Close Read Techniques?
2. What did you annotate?
3. Literary elements chart?
B. Review Myth Quiz #1:
1. Did you follow instructions?
a.) Pen?
b.) Complete sentences?
c.) Did you answer the questions precisely? Completely?
2. How can you improve?
a.) Score?
b.) Test taking skills?
Aims: What skills help with comprehension? Who is Hercules? Compare and contrast with movie/television depictions. How can you improve your test-taking skills?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Are you preparing for the test? project?
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: With your group continue working on completing the literary elements chart for the "Flower Myths".
A. Review Literary Elements chart of "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Author's Techniques?
B. Flower Myths #1 and #2:
1. Close Reading Techniques?
2. What did you annotate? [Literary Elements!]
C. Analysis of Lund's Book Review: "Can Poetry Save Your Life?"
1. Did you follow the steps?
2. Did you include all the information required?
3. Writing Errors?
4. How can you improve?
Aims: What are the steps for close reading? How and what do you annotate?
What information is included in non-fiction analysis? How do you edit your work?
Homework: follow the Myth Unit schedule.
II. Tuesday, September, 19, 2017:
Do Now: Group Work: Continue working on literary elements chart for all the Flower Myths. Start close reading and annotating "Hercules."
A. Myth Project Instructions and Rubric:
1. Review purpose, end project, and presentation date.
2. Grading Rubric?
B. Flower Myths #3 and #4:
1. Close Reading Techniques?
2. What did you annotate?
3. Literary Elements?
Aims: How can you successfully practice and improve our close reading and annotating skills to understand and present cultural myths?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule: preparing for assessments?
III. Wednesday, September 20, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, continue to close read and annotate "Hercules."
Complete Literary Elements chart.
A. "Hercules"
1. Close Read Techniques?
2. What did you annotate?
3. Literary elements chart?
B. Review Myth Quiz #1:
1. Did you follow instructions?
a.) Pen?
b.) Complete sentences?
c.) Did you answer the questions precisely? Completely?
2. How can you improve?
a.) Score?
b.) Test taking skills?
Aims: What skills help with comprehension? Who is Hercules? Compare and contrast with movie/television depictions. How can you improve your test-taking skills?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Are you preparing for the test? project?
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, September 11, 2017: 9-11-2001 Memorial
Do Now: What is the significance of this date? What happened? What did we learn from this day? Should we continue our discussion every year. Take a few minutes and write down your thoughts and feelings.
A. 9-11-2001 Memorial: [Group Work]
1. Class Discussion:
a.) What happened on this date?
b.) What did we learn?
c.) How do we remember?
1.) Videos
2.) "The Names" by Billy Collins
d.) Should we continue our discussion and remembrance every year?
[Explain your answer.]
B. "Introduction to Classical Mythology" by Edith Hamilton:
1. Did you use close reading techniques?
a.) Annotate?
b.) did you look up unknown words, names?
2. Author's central idea?
3. Author's techniques?
Questions to answer:
1. What does Greek/Roman mythology show us?
2. What 'path' do we trace, according to Hamilton?
3. Who has written down this information?
4. What is the horror or terrors from long ago?
5. According to Hamilton, what is the 'Greek miracle'?
Aims: How does literature help us to understand our world?
What techniques do we use to improve our comprehension?
Why do we study myths today?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
II. Tuesday, September 12, 2107:
Do Now: With your group: review myth introduction packet. Use close reading techniques.
A. The Introduction to Mythology packet: [know the following]
1. What is the historical background?
2. What is the definition of myths?
3. What is the purpose of myths?
4. Why do we study myths today?
5. Where did these stories come from?
Aims: What can we do to increase our comprehension? Create study aids? How do we get a 'better understanding of our world" ?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
III. Wednesday, September 13, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, review "Pygmalion and Galatea." Use close reading techniques.
A. "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid: [Answer these questions.]
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? (Literary Elements--see chart)
Aims: How do we analyze fiction? What do we learn from Ovid's myth?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
IV. Thursday, September 14, 2017: Guidance Visit today- PSats!
Go directly to auditorium tomorrow for Photo Ids.
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
Myth Quiz #1: Use ink. Answer in complete sentences. BE Specific in your responses!
1. What is mythology?
2. What do myths explain?
3. Why is mythology important?
4. What is Kitto's advice to the reader in "The Greeks"?
5. Explain one techniques Kitto uses to help the reader to understand that
advice?
A. "Flower Myths" #1 and 2: [Answer these questions.]
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? (Literary Elements--Chart)
Aims: Understanding and applying major concepts to reading materials. Practicing and improving reading, writing, thinking and speaking skills.
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
V. Friday, September 15, 2017:
Photo ID Pictures Today!
Go directly to the auditorium
and sit with class!
Do Now: Review Literary chart with groups for "Pygmalion and Galatea" and Flower Myths. Know titles and authors.
A. Flower Myths # 3 and 4: (answer the following questions:)
1. Author's purpose?
2. Author's Techniques? [Literary Elements Chart]
Aims: What skills do you use for improved comprehension? What do these myths show us today?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
Any questions or concerns??
Contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Do Now: What is the significance of this date? What happened? What did we learn from this day? Should we continue our discussion every year. Take a few minutes and write down your thoughts and feelings.
A. 9-11-2001 Memorial: [Group Work]
1. Class Discussion:
a.) What happened on this date?
b.) What did we learn?
c.) How do we remember?
1.) Videos
2.) "The Names" by Billy Collins
d.) Should we continue our discussion and remembrance every year?
[Explain your answer.]
B. "Introduction to Classical Mythology" by Edith Hamilton:
1. Did you use close reading techniques?
a.) Annotate?
b.) did you look up unknown words, names?
2. Author's central idea?
3. Author's techniques?
Questions to answer:
1. What does Greek/Roman mythology show us?
2. What 'path' do we trace, according to Hamilton?
3. Who has written down this information?
4. What is the horror or terrors from long ago?
5. According to Hamilton, what is the 'Greek miracle'?
Aims: How does literature help us to understand our world?
What techniques do we use to improve our comprehension?
Why do we study myths today?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
II. Tuesday, September 12, 2107:
Do Now: With your group: review myth introduction packet. Use close reading techniques.
A. The Introduction to Mythology packet: [know the following]
1. What is the historical background?
2. What is the definition of myths?
3. What is the purpose of myths?
4. Why do we study myths today?
5. Where did these stories come from?
Aims: What can we do to increase our comprehension? Create study aids? How do we get a 'better understanding of our world" ?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
III. Wednesday, September 13, 2017:
Do Now: With your group, review "Pygmalion and Galatea." Use close reading techniques.
A. "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid: [Answer these questions.]
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? (Literary Elements--see chart)
Aims: How do we analyze fiction? What do we learn from Ovid's myth?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
IV. Thursday, September 14, 2017: Guidance Visit today- PSats!
Go directly to auditorium tomorrow for Photo Ids.
Do Now: Prepare for today's quiz.
Myth Quiz #1: Use ink. Answer in complete sentences. BE Specific in your responses!
1. What is mythology?
2. What do myths explain?
3. Why is mythology important?
4. What is Kitto's advice to the reader in "The Greeks"?
5. Explain one techniques Kitto uses to help the reader to understand that
advice?
A. "Flower Myths" #1 and 2: [Answer these questions.]
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? (Literary Elements--Chart)
Aims: Understanding and applying major concepts to reading materials. Practicing and improving reading, writing, thinking and speaking skills.
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
V. Friday, September 15, 2017:
Photo ID Pictures Today!
Go directly to the auditorium
and sit with class!
Do Now: Review Literary chart with groups for "Pygmalion and Galatea" and Flower Myths. Know titles and authors.
A. Flower Myths # 3 and 4: (answer the following questions:)
1. Author's purpose?
2. Author's Techniques? [Literary Elements Chart]
Aims: What skills do you use for improved comprehension? What do these myths show us today?
Homework: follow Myth Unit schedule.
Any questions or concerns??
Contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Unit Work to begin.
Please check google classroom for more instructions!
Please check google classroom for more instructions!
I. Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Goal Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, continue work on the book review.
A. "Can Poetry Save Your Life" by Elizabeth Lund:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Author's techniques?
Did you use close reading steps?
How do you create a paragraph analysis? Start writing your own.
Aims: How can you improve your comprehension and writing skills? What is a book review? What are the parts?
Homework: Complete first draft of your analysis, due in class tomorrow.
Course Description sheet, Class Expectation Sheet--read and sign by students and parents. Complete Survey...all due google classroom by Friday, 9/8/17.lick here to edit.
II. Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Goal Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, review each student's analysis. Compare and contrast to steps of non-fiction analysis.
A. Non-Fiction Analysis:
1. What are the parts?
2. Edit???
Type your analysis and submit to turnitin.com by Friday, September 8, 2017.
Aims: Practicing ways to improve comprehension and writing skills....
Homework: Complete analysis and submit to turnitin.com by Friday, 9/8/17.
Course, Class sheets read and signed, complete survey and submit all to Google classroom by 9/8/17.
III. Thursday, September 7, 2017
Goals Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, close read and annotate the poem, "The Greeks" by Kitto.
A. "The Greeks" by Kitto: [Read and annotate]
1. Read aloud.
2. Follow close reading steps for fiction.
3. Author's purpose?
4. Author's techniques?
B. Review Myth Unit Schedule:
1. Assignments?
2. Assessments?
C. "Classical Mythology" by Edith Hamilton:
1. Central idea?
2. Techniques?
Aims: What are myths? Why do we study them today?
Homework: Analysis on turnitin.com due tomorrow. Course, class, survey due on google classroom tomorrow.
IV. Friday, September 8, 2107
Goals shape? Reading Log?
Course Description, Class Expectation Sheets?
Student Survey? Analysis on turnitin.com?
Do Now: Complete close reading of Hamilton's article.
A. Introduction Packet:
1. Read aloud.
2. Take notes. [Who? What? Where?When? Why? How?]
B. "Pygmalion and Galatea": (read and annotate)
1. Read aloud.
2. Use close reading steps.
Aims: What was the purpose of myths? What does this show us today?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule!
Goal Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, continue work on the book review.
A. "Can Poetry Save Your Life" by Elizabeth Lund:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Author's techniques?
Did you use close reading steps?
How do you create a paragraph analysis? Start writing your own.
Aims: How can you improve your comprehension and writing skills? What is a book review? What are the parts?
Homework: Complete first draft of your analysis, due in class tomorrow.
Course Description sheet, Class Expectation Sheet--read and sign by students and parents. Complete Survey...all due google classroom by Friday, 9/8/17.lick here to edit.
II. Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Goal Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, review each student's analysis. Compare and contrast to steps of non-fiction analysis.
A. Non-Fiction Analysis:
1. What are the parts?
2. Edit???
Type your analysis and submit to turnitin.com by Friday, September 8, 2017.
Aims: Practicing ways to improve comprehension and writing skills....
Homework: Complete analysis and submit to turnitin.com by Friday, 9/8/17.
Course, Class sheets read and signed, complete survey and submit all to Google classroom by 9/8/17.
III. Thursday, September 7, 2017
Goals Shape? Reading Log?
Do Now: With your group, close read and annotate the poem, "The Greeks" by Kitto.
A. "The Greeks" by Kitto: [Read and annotate]
1. Read aloud.
2. Follow close reading steps for fiction.
3. Author's purpose?
4. Author's techniques?
B. Review Myth Unit Schedule:
1. Assignments?
2. Assessments?
C. "Classical Mythology" by Edith Hamilton:
1. Central idea?
2. Techniques?
Aims: What are myths? Why do we study them today?
Homework: Analysis on turnitin.com due tomorrow. Course, class, survey due on google classroom tomorrow.
IV. Friday, September 8, 2107
Goals shape? Reading Log?
Course Description, Class Expectation Sheets?
Student Survey? Analysis on turnitin.com?
Do Now: Complete close reading of Hamilton's article.
A. Introduction Packet:
1. Read aloud.
2. Take notes. [Who? What? Where?When? Why? How?]
B. "Pygmalion and Galatea": (read and annotate)
1. Read aloud.
2. Use close reading steps.
Aims: What was the purpose of myths? What does this show us today?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule!
Please check out these sheets: due 9/8/17
Course Description
Class Expectation
Student Survey
Fiction Analysis
Non-Fiction Analysis
Course Description
Class Expectation
Student Survey
Fiction Analysis
Non-Fiction Analysis
I. Thursday. August 31, 2017
Summer Reading Assignment: Reading Log Due
Do Now: In your notebook, what are your goals in life? What do you want to improve this year in English class? Fill out shape to be posted.
A. What will we be doing this year?
1. View PowerPoint and list areas in notebook.
2. Fill out goals: short term and long term.
3. Teacher web site? Google Classroom? Regents?
4. Course Description and Class Expectation
5. Student Survey
6. Summer Reading Discussion!
7. Quote on the web site and for the room?
8. Famous Quotes about literature: translate into your
own words. Do you agree or disagree? Explain.
Aims: What is literature? Why do we study literature? What is the purpose of literature? How do we find that purpose? What are your plans for this school year? Your goals? Class Goals?
Homework: Read and sign (You and Parents), due Friday, 9/8. Student Survey, 9/8.
II. Friday, September 1, 2018
Summer Reading Log? Goals? Surveys? Course Description? Class Expectation?
Do Now: Read and annotate the article on Poetry Will Save Your Life.
A. Famous Quotes About Literature:
1. What is the meaning of the quote?
2. Do you agree or disagree with the quote?
B. Reading and Understanding Fiction and Non-Fiction:
1. How do you annotate an article?
2. What do you look for as you read?
3. What is a book review? Purpose?
4. What is a non-fiction analysis?
Aims: How can you improve your comprehension, thinking, and study skills?
Homework: Read and sign Course Description and Class Expectation Sheet. Complete Student Survey. Complete the close reading of the book review, "Can Poetry Save Your Life" by Elizabeth Lund. Bring into class on Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Summer Reading Assignment: Reading Log Due
Do Now: In your notebook, what are your goals in life? What do you want to improve this year in English class? Fill out shape to be posted.
A. What will we be doing this year?
1. View PowerPoint and list areas in notebook.
2. Fill out goals: short term and long term.
3. Teacher web site? Google Classroom? Regents?
4. Course Description and Class Expectation
5. Student Survey
6. Summer Reading Discussion!
7. Quote on the web site and for the room?
8. Famous Quotes about literature: translate into your
own words. Do you agree or disagree? Explain.
Aims: What is literature? Why do we study literature? What is the purpose of literature? How do we find that purpose? What are your plans for this school year? Your goals? Class Goals?
Homework: Read and sign (You and Parents), due Friday, 9/8. Student Survey, 9/8.
II. Friday, September 1, 2018
Summer Reading Log? Goals? Surveys? Course Description? Class Expectation?
Do Now: Read and annotate the article on Poetry Will Save Your Life.
A. Famous Quotes About Literature:
1. What is the meaning of the quote?
2. Do you agree or disagree with the quote?
B. Reading and Understanding Fiction and Non-Fiction:
1. How do you annotate an article?
2. What do you look for as you read?
3. What is a book review? Purpose?
4. What is a non-fiction analysis?
Aims: How can you improve your comprehension, thinking, and study skills?
Homework: Read and sign Course Description and Class Expectation Sheet. Complete Student Survey. Complete the close reading of the book review, "Can Poetry Save Your Life" by Elizabeth Lund. Bring into class on Tuesday, September 5, 2017
Third Quarter begins January 23, 2017 and
ends March 30, 2017!
FINAL RESEARCH PAPER DUE TUESDAY, MARCH 14!
WELCOME ENGLISH 11 R: PERIODS 4 AND 6
Are you ready to ignite your minds?
Check out our website and Google Classroom!!
ALWAYS HAVE YOUR I-PAD
CHARGED AND READY TO GO!
:)Thank you for your participation in the team-building exercises!
It truly helps us to improve our work together!!!:)
: Third Quarter Begins Early, January 17, 2017:
Macbeth and the Research Paper:
Macbeth Schedule
Acts I - V Vocabulary
Act I Study Guide Questions
Act II SGQ
Act III SGQ
Act IV SGQ
Act V SGQ
Introduction Packet
Information and Maps
Macbeth Project
Project Rubric
Learning Aids for MACBETH:
Audio Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGBQsQoWvA0
PDF Version: http://www.folgerdigitaltexts.org/PDF/Mac.pdf
Movie (Polanski) Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wZ2erIRVkA
Research Paper Schedule: ALL RESEARCH PAPERS ARE DUE MARCH 24, 2017!
FINAL RESEARCH PAPER IS DUE MARCH 14
Library Lessons: February 15 - February 17, 2017:
You must always have your research materials with you and your charged I-Pad!!!!
Period 4
Period 6
Rubric
Worksheets:
Research Breakdown
Essay Analysis Format
Organizing Your Essay Analysis
Outline
Remember that all parts are due on turnitin.com and a hard copy is due in class on due dates!
Macbeth and the Research Paper:
Macbeth Schedule
Acts I - V Vocabulary
Act I Study Guide Questions
Act II SGQ
Act III SGQ
Act IV SGQ
Act V SGQ
Introduction Packet
Information and Maps
Macbeth Project
Project Rubric
Learning Aids for MACBETH:
Audio Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGBQsQoWvA0
PDF Version: http://www.folgerdigitaltexts.org/PDF/Mac.pdf
Movie (Polanski) Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wZ2erIRVkA
Research Paper Schedule: ALL RESEARCH PAPERS ARE DUE MARCH 24, 2017!
FINAL RESEARCH PAPER IS DUE MARCH 14
Library Lessons: February 15 - February 17, 2017:
You must always have your research materials with you and your charged I-Pad!!!!
Period 4
Period 6
Rubric
Worksheets:
Research Breakdown
Essay Analysis Format
Organizing Your Essay Analysis
Outline
Remember that all parts are due on turnitin.com and a hard copy is due in class on due dates!
I. Monday, March 20, 2017: First Day of Spring!
All Research Papers due on Friday, March 24, 2017!
Do Now: Closely read and complete MCQ of third reading assignment.
A. Reading Comprehension Skills:
1. How can you improve your skills?
2. How would YOU use these techniques?
B. Macbeth Project: due tomorrow, Tuesday, March 21, 2017:
1. Instructions?
2. Grading Rubric?
3. How are you preparing for this project?
4. Questions? Concerns?
5. View past class projects.
C. Macbeth Movie: Final Discussion:
1. How has Macbeth and other characters changed?
2. How does the universe return to normal, it's rightful place?
Aims: improving and practicing skills in critical thinking, reading, comprehension, speaking....
HOMEWORK: Macbeth Project is due tomorrow, Tuesday, March 21, 2107. Bring in a copy of the grading rubric and the book, which will be collected at the end of the week.
II. Tuesday, March 21, 2017: Macbeth Project due today!
Do Now: review Macbeth project grading rubric to prepare for peer grading.(TBC!)
A. Macbeth Project:
1. What skills will will you be grading (looking for)?
2. Summary?
3. Significance?
Aims: practicing and improving critical thinking, speaking, and comprehension skills....
HOMEWORK: make a list of those skills that you would like to improve and practice, due on Friday, March 24. Bring in Macbeth book to be collected.
III. Wednesday, March 22, 2107: Macbeth Projects today!
Do Now: take out grading rubric to continue grading peers. (TBC!)
A. Macbeth Project:
1. Remember to check class notes for the skills to look for while grading.
2. How well did you understand the speaker and the meaning?
3. How was the explanation?
Aims: how can you improve your speaking skills? When will you use these skills?
HOMEWORK: make a list of skills that you would like to improve and practice, due, Friday, March 24. Bring in Macbeth Book To be collected.
IV. Thursday, March 23, 2017: SPECIAL SADD ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE TODAY!
Books collected today! All Research Papers due!!!
Do Now: Close read and complete Part 3 assignment: literary analysis!
A. Skills Practice: Close Read and Literary Analysis:
1. Close read the passage.
2. Follow directions to write 2-3 paragraphs:
a.) author's purpose?
b.) technique?
B. Macbeth Movie: Discussion:
1. How is Scotland restored?
2. What lessons does Shakespeare teach us?
Aims: practice and improve critical thinking, close reading, and written analysis skills. Why do we still study Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: make a list of the skills that you would like to improve and practice, due tomorrow, Friday, March 24.
V. Friday, March 24, 2017:
Do Now: edit your literary analysis. Use checklist as your guide. Share with a partner.
A. Skills Practice: Close Read and Literary analysis:
1. What skills did you use to successfully complete this assignment?
2. What was the author's purpose?
3. Techniques? Examples?
B. New Unit: to be distributed:
1. Schedule
2. Book
3. Materials
Aims: practicing and improving skills.......creating your own list......
HOMEWORK: start new unit.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected]
[email protected]
All Research Papers due on Friday, March 24, 2017!
Do Now: Closely read and complete MCQ of third reading assignment.
A. Reading Comprehension Skills:
1. How can you improve your skills?
2. How would YOU use these techniques?
B. Macbeth Project: due tomorrow, Tuesday, March 21, 2017:
1. Instructions?
2. Grading Rubric?
3. How are you preparing for this project?
4. Questions? Concerns?
5. View past class projects.
C. Macbeth Movie: Final Discussion:
1. How has Macbeth and other characters changed?
2. How does the universe return to normal, it's rightful place?
Aims: improving and practicing skills in critical thinking, reading, comprehension, speaking....
HOMEWORK: Macbeth Project is due tomorrow, Tuesday, March 21, 2107. Bring in a copy of the grading rubric and the book, which will be collected at the end of the week.
II. Tuesday, March 21, 2017: Macbeth Project due today!
Do Now: review Macbeth project grading rubric to prepare for peer grading.(TBC!)
A. Macbeth Project:
1. What skills will will you be grading (looking for)?
2. Summary?
3. Significance?
Aims: practicing and improving critical thinking, speaking, and comprehension skills....
HOMEWORK: make a list of those skills that you would like to improve and practice, due on Friday, March 24. Bring in Macbeth book to be collected.
III. Wednesday, March 22, 2107: Macbeth Projects today!
Do Now: take out grading rubric to continue grading peers. (TBC!)
A. Macbeth Project:
1. Remember to check class notes for the skills to look for while grading.
2. How well did you understand the speaker and the meaning?
3. How was the explanation?
Aims: how can you improve your speaking skills? When will you use these skills?
HOMEWORK: make a list of skills that you would like to improve and practice, due, Friday, March 24. Bring in Macbeth Book To be collected.
IV. Thursday, March 23, 2017: SPECIAL SADD ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE TODAY!
Books collected today! All Research Papers due!!!
Do Now: Close read and complete Part 3 assignment: literary analysis!
A. Skills Practice: Close Read and Literary Analysis:
1. Close read the passage.
2. Follow directions to write 2-3 paragraphs:
a.) author's purpose?
b.) technique?
B. Macbeth Movie: Discussion:
1. How is Scotland restored?
2. What lessons does Shakespeare teach us?
Aims: practice and improve critical thinking, close reading, and written analysis skills. Why do we still study Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: make a list of the skills that you would like to improve and practice, due tomorrow, Friday, March 24.
V. Friday, March 24, 2017:
Do Now: edit your literary analysis. Use checklist as your guide. Share with a partner.
A. Skills Practice: Close Read and Literary analysis:
1. What skills did you use to successfully complete this assignment?
2. What was the author's purpose?
3. Techniques? Examples?
B. New Unit: to be distributed:
1. Schedule
2. Book
3. Materials
Aims: practicing and improving skills.......creating your own list......
HOMEWORK: start new unit.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 13, 2017: Writing Conference?Bring in book copy of Macbeth,3/14
Do Now: Review final research paper requirements due tomorrow:
any questions or concerns?
A. Research Paper:
1. What is due tomorrow, March 14 on turnitin.com and in class (hard copy)?
2. MLA Format: English department booklet or Owl Purdue
3. Reflection: questions to ponder:
(Be prepared to share your answers tomorrow in class.)
a.) What did you learn about writing an argument paper?
b.) What skills did you learn/ use?
c.) What did you learn about your topic?
d.) What did you think about the process or breakdown of parts?
Having the Writing conference before the due date?
e.) What was hardest? Easiest?
B. Macbeth Project: due date?
1. Instructions?
2. How can you prepare?
3. What can you learn from past class projects?
D. Macbeth Movie:
1. How have Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and Scotland changed?
2. How have the witches tricked Macbeth?
3. How is the the universe beginning to 'right itself'?
Aims: What skills do you need to use to complete a successful argument paper? How will you use these skills in the future? Understanding the lessons and techniques of Shakespeare's Macbeth.....
HOMEWORK: reflect on research paper questions above (Index card) and be prepared to share your answers in class tomorrow. Bring in your copy of Macbeth tomorrow. Prepare for Macbeth project due March 21.
II. Tuesday, March 14, 2017: Writing Conference? Final Paper due today!
Do Now: Take and complete index card reflection on the research paper (TBC).
A. Research Paper: index card information to be collected:
1. Your name, period and today's date
2. Questions to answer:
a.) What did you learn about writing an argument paper?
b.) What skills did you learn, practice and improve? (Future use?)
c.) What did you learn about your topic?
d.) What did you think about the process
(library visits, sources, breakdown of parts, writing conference before final paper)?
e.) What was the hardest part? The easiest?
f.) Any recommendations for future classes?
B. Macbeth Project*:
1. What is the assignment? Due date?
2. What skills do you need to successfully complete the project?
3. How will you prepare?
*Students will practice skills as a class and in small groups with assigned parts.
Aims: reviewing the skills, process and sources of an argument paper and understanding, practicing and improving speaking skills.
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project, due March 21, 2017.
III. Wednesday, March 15, 2017:
Do Now: Take a copy of assignment and close read and complete MC questions.
A. Comprehension Skills:
1. What skills help you to understand the passage?
2. How can you improve your skills?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Viewing examples from past classes.
2. What works? Doesn't?
3. Practicing for the project: what will help?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. What is the fate of Macbeth? Lady Macbeth? Scotland?
2. What techniques does Shakespeare use to help us learn lessons?
Aims: How can we improve our reading comprehension skills? Speaking skills?
What valuable lessons does Shakespeare teach us now?
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project.
IV. Thursday, March 16, 2017:
Do Now: Take a copy of reading assignment and close read and complete MCQ.
A. Comprehension Questions:
1. What can you do to understand unfamiliar vocabulary?
2. What can you do to be more successful in MCQ?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Planning your project?
2. Practicing?
3. All parts?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. Write down all the lessons from the play.
2. Who is to blame?
Aims: improving vocabulary and other comprehension skills to aid understanding. Understanding lessons from Shakespeare's characters.
HOMEWORK: preparing and practicing form Macbeth project, due 3/21.
V. Friday, March 17, 2017: Happy ST. Patrick's Day!
Do Now: Take a copy and complete close reading and MCQ of passage.
A. Comprehension Skills:
1. Reviewing the steps of close reading.
2. What works best for you?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. What passage have you chosen?
2. Practicing and improving: how ?
C. Macbeth Discussion:
1. Who is to blame? Influences?
2. Tragic hero?
3. Why do we still study Macbeth today?
Aims: how do you improve a skill? What can we learn from Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project, due March 21.
Any questions or concerns? [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Review final research paper requirements due tomorrow:
any questions or concerns?
A. Research Paper:
1. What is due tomorrow, March 14 on turnitin.com and in class (hard copy)?
2. MLA Format: English department booklet or Owl Purdue
3. Reflection: questions to ponder:
(Be prepared to share your answers tomorrow in class.)
a.) What did you learn about writing an argument paper?
b.) What skills did you learn/ use?
c.) What did you learn about your topic?
d.) What did you think about the process or breakdown of parts?
Having the Writing conference before the due date?
e.) What was hardest? Easiest?
B. Macbeth Project: due date?
1. Instructions?
2. How can you prepare?
3. What can you learn from past class projects?
D. Macbeth Movie:
1. How have Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and Scotland changed?
2. How have the witches tricked Macbeth?
3. How is the the universe beginning to 'right itself'?
Aims: What skills do you need to use to complete a successful argument paper? How will you use these skills in the future? Understanding the lessons and techniques of Shakespeare's Macbeth.....
HOMEWORK: reflect on research paper questions above (Index card) and be prepared to share your answers in class tomorrow. Bring in your copy of Macbeth tomorrow. Prepare for Macbeth project due March 21.
II. Tuesday, March 14, 2017: Writing Conference? Final Paper due today!
Do Now: Take and complete index card reflection on the research paper (TBC).
A. Research Paper: index card information to be collected:
1. Your name, period and today's date
2. Questions to answer:
a.) What did you learn about writing an argument paper?
b.) What skills did you learn, practice and improve? (Future use?)
c.) What did you learn about your topic?
d.) What did you think about the process
(library visits, sources, breakdown of parts, writing conference before final paper)?
e.) What was the hardest part? The easiest?
f.) Any recommendations for future classes?
B. Macbeth Project*:
1. What is the assignment? Due date?
2. What skills do you need to successfully complete the project?
3. How will you prepare?
*Students will practice skills as a class and in small groups with assigned parts.
Aims: reviewing the skills, process and sources of an argument paper and understanding, practicing and improving speaking skills.
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project, due March 21, 2017.
III. Wednesday, March 15, 2017:
Do Now: Take a copy of assignment and close read and complete MC questions.
A. Comprehension Skills:
1. What skills help you to understand the passage?
2. How can you improve your skills?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Viewing examples from past classes.
2. What works? Doesn't?
3. Practicing for the project: what will help?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. What is the fate of Macbeth? Lady Macbeth? Scotland?
2. What techniques does Shakespeare use to help us learn lessons?
Aims: How can we improve our reading comprehension skills? Speaking skills?
What valuable lessons does Shakespeare teach us now?
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project.
IV. Thursday, March 16, 2017:
Do Now: Take a copy of reading assignment and close read and complete MCQ.
A. Comprehension Questions:
1. What can you do to understand unfamiliar vocabulary?
2. What can you do to be more successful in MCQ?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Planning your project?
2. Practicing?
3. All parts?
C. Macbeth Movie:
1. Write down all the lessons from the play.
2. Who is to blame?
Aims: improving vocabulary and other comprehension skills to aid understanding. Understanding lessons from Shakespeare's characters.
HOMEWORK: preparing and practicing form Macbeth project, due 3/21.
V. Friday, March 17, 2017: Happy ST. Patrick's Day!
Do Now: Take a copy and complete close reading and MCQ of passage.
A. Comprehension Skills:
1. Reviewing the steps of close reading.
2. What works best for you?
B. Macbeth Project:
1. What passage have you chosen?
2. Practicing and improving: how ?
C. Macbeth Discussion:
1. Who is to blame? Influences?
2. Tragic hero?
3. Why do we still study Macbeth today?
Aims: how do you improve a skill? What can we learn from Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: prepare and practice for Macbeth project, due March 21.
Any questions or concerns? [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, March 6, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Extra Help after school today in room 448!
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Review for tomorrow's test on all 5 Acts:
1. Test Format?
2. Vocabulary?
3. SGQ?
4. Literary Elements?
5. Quotes?
B. Macbeth Movie?
1. What is Macbeth's only concern?
2. How has Macbeth changed?
Aims: What lessons do we learn from Shakespeare's Macbeth?
How do we learn these lessons?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: test tomorrow, 3/7/17, on all 5 acts of the play, project due 3/21; outline due 3/9, intro paragraph due 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
II. Tuesday, March 7, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
MACBETH (ALL ACTS) TEST TODAY:
Prepare for today's test:
1. Use blue or black ink only.
2. Read all directions/questions completely and carefully.
3. Complete all questions. (Educated guess?)
4. Use the test to help you answer questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely (points per question?).
6. Raise your hand to ask any questions.
Aims: assessing content knowledge on unit's work on the play.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21;
outline due 3/9, intro paragraph, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
III. Wednesday, March 8, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: share your finished outline with a partner. Is it clear? Persuasive?
All parts included?
A. Research Paper: Outline:
1. What is YOUR position?
2. How will you persuade the reader?
B. Macbeth Movie:
1. How is the universe returning to its rightful position?
2. KARMA?
Aims: How can you organize your ideas and data to convince the reader?
Does our society believe in karma?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21; outline, 3/9, intro paragraph, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
IV. Thursday, March 9, 2017: Outlines due today! Writing Conference?
Do Now: work on intro paragraph and share with partner.
A. Research Paper: Intro Paragraph: Share with partner:
1. How will you grab the reader's attention with your first sentence?
2. BACKGROUND INFORMATION?
3. Thesis/position statement?
B. Macbeth Movie:
1. How is Scotland restored?
2. How is Malcolm like his father?
Aims: What is the purpose of the intro paragraph in your research paper?
Why do we still study Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: follow the schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper:
project, 3/21; intro paragraph due tomorrow, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
V. Friday, March 10, 2017: Intro paragraph due today! Writing Conference?
Do Now: check English department booklet for paper format.
A. Research Paper: format for final paper:
1. Font type and size?
2. Title page?
3. Indenting and spacing?
4. Page Numbering: Last name page number?
5. Order of paper?
6. Hard copy and turnitin.com
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Instructions?
2. Grading Rubric?
3. Filming and Sound?
4. Past projects?
Aims: understanding final paper format and project instructions and purpose.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21; final paper, 3/14.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Extra Help after school today in room 448!
Do Now: Complete worksheets.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Review for tomorrow's test on all 5 Acts:
1. Test Format?
2. Vocabulary?
3. SGQ?
4. Literary Elements?
5. Quotes?
B. Macbeth Movie?
1. What is Macbeth's only concern?
2. How has Macbeth changed?
Aims: What lessons do we learn from Shakespeare's Macbeth?
How do we learn these lessons?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: test tomorrow, 3/7/17, on all 5 acts of the play, project due 3/21; outline due 3/9, intro paragraph due 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
II. Tuesday, March 7, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
MACBETH (ALL ACTS) TEST TODAY:
Prepare for today's test:
1. Use blue or black ink only.
2. Read all directions/questions completely and carefully.
3. Complete all questions. (Educated guess?)
4. Use the test to help you answer questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely (points per question?).
6. Raise your hand to ask any questions.
Aims: assessing content knowledge on unit's work on the play.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21;
outline due 3/9, intro paragraph, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
III. Wednesday, March 8, 2017: Writing Conference?
Do Now: share your finished outline with a partner. Is it clear? Persuasive?
All parts included?
A. Research Paper: Outline:
1. What is YOUR position?
2. How will you persuade the reader?
B. Macbeth Movie:
1. How is the universe returning to its rightful position?
2. KARMA?
Aims: How can you organize your ideas and data to convince the reader?
Does our society believe in karma?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21; outline, 3/9, intro paragraph, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
IV. Thursday, March 9, 2017: Outlines due today! Writing Conference?
Do Now: work on intro paragraph and share with partner.
A. Research Paper: Intro Paragraph: Share with partner:
1. How will you grab the reader's attention with your first sentence?
2. BACKGROUND INFORMATION?
3. Thesis/position statement?
B. Macbeth Movie:
1. How is Scotland restored?
2. How is Malcolm like his father?
Aims: What is the purpose of the intro paragraph in your research paper?
Why do we still study Shakespeare today?
HOMEWORK: follow the schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper:
project, 3/21; intro paragraph due tomorrow, 3/10, final paper, 3/14.
V. Friday, March 10, 2017: Intro paragraph due today! Writing Conference?
Do Now: check English department booklet for paper format.
A. Research Paper: format for final paper:
1. Font type and size?
2. Title page?
3. Indenting and spacing?
4. Page Numbering: Last name page number?
5. Order of paper?
6. Hard copy and turnitin.com
B. Macbeth Project:
1. Instructions?
2. Grading Rubric?
3. Filming and Sound?
4. Past projects?
Aims: understanding final paper format and project instructions and purpose.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: project, 3/21; final paper, 3/14.
Any questions or concerns? Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, February 27, 2017: Welcome Back! Return Macbeth Tests!
Make Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group answer the following questions:
1. What are the witches' new predictions?
2. How does Macbeth plan to get back at Macduff?
3. What does Macduff's wife think of him leaving them? (Why does he?)
4. How does Malcolm test Macduff? Why does he do this?
5. How is Malcolm convinced of Macduff's loyalty?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act IV:
1. How do the witches' use Macbeth's need for security against him?
2. Acting out Act Iv, scene 1: What is the difference this time? Similarities?
B. Research Paper: what is due tomorrow on turnitin.com?
1. How do you write a non-fiction analysis?
2. Where should the MLA citation go? [Finding the booklet on google docs.]
Aims: What human qualities does Shakespeare highlight? Writing a non-fiction analysis to help write argument paper and proper MLA bibliography.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: Macbeth test is 3/7, project is 3/21. 4 non-fiction analyses is due on turnitin.com
tomorrow. Bibliography is due Thursday, 3/2. Outline 3/9.
II. Tuesday, February 28, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
4 Analyses are due today on turnitin.com!
Do Now: Why does Macduff leave his family? How does Ross explain it? His wife? What happens to them? Why?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act IV: scene 3:
1. Testing Macduff's loyalty: who? why?
2. What does Macduff discover about his family while in England?
"Let grief/Convert to anger. Blunt not thy heart; enrage it."
B. Research Paper: creating a thesis statement for your argument paper:
1. What is a position statement?
2. What should be included? NOT INCLUDED?
Aims: what motivates our actions? What are the best motivators? How do you create a clear, concise successful thesis statement for an argument paper?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: test-3/7, project-3/21; bibliography-3/2, outline-3/9.
III. Wednesday, March 1, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
1. How does the universe go back to normal or right itself?
2. How are witches' predictions fulfilled?
3. What are the differences between Macbeth's and Malcolm's soldiers?
4. How is Malcolm like his father?
B. Review Macbeth project and rubric.
Aims: reviewing comprehension of the play and understanding major themes.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and the Research Paper:
test-3/7, project-3/21; bibliography-3/2 (tomorrow), outline-3/9.
IV. Thursday, March 2, 2017: Bibliography due on turnitin.com today!
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
(Find lines said by each that reveal their true natures.)
1. What happens to Lady Macbeth?
2. What happens to Macbeth?
3. What happens to Macduff?
4. What happens to Malcolm?
5. Banquo's sons?
B. Macbeth movie:
1. How does the director/actor show Macbeth's transformation?
2. Write down these changes.
Aims: understanding theme through character.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules of Macbeth and Research Paper:
Test-3/7, project-3/21; outline-3/9, intro paragraph-3/10.
V. Friday, March 3, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Complete outline worksheet.
A. Research paper:
1. How do you organize your argument paper? (Remember your purpose!)
2. What is the structure?
3. What are the paragraphs?
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
1. What lessons do we learn?
2. How can we apply these to our world? Our lives?
Aims: comparing and contrasting the lessons from this world to our own.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper"
test-3/7, project-3/21; outline-3/9, intro paragraph-3/10.
Questions? Concerns? Contact the teachers:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Make Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: With your group answer the following questions:
1. What are the witches' new predictions?
2. How does Macbeth plan to get back at Macduff?
3. What does Macduff's wife think of him leaving them? (Why does he?)
4. How does Malcolm test Macduff? Why does he do this?
5. How is Malcolm convinced of Macduff's loyalty?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act IV:
1. How do the witches' use Macbeth's need for security against him?
2. Acting out Act Iv, scene 1: What is the difference this time? Similarities?
B. Research Paper: what is due tomorrow on turnitin.com?
1. How do you write a non-fiction analysis?
2. Where should the MLA citation go? [Finding the booklet on google docs.]
Aims: What human qualities does Shakespeare highlight? Writing a non-fiction analysis to help write argument paper and proper MLA bibliography.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: Macbeth test is 3/7, project is 3/21. 4 non-fiction analyses is due on turnitin.com
tomorrow. Bibliography is due Thursday, 3/2. Outline 3/9.
II. Tuesday, February 28, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
4 Analyses are due today on turnitin.com!
Do Now: Why does Macduff leave his family? How does Ross explain it? His wife? What happens to them? Why?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act IV: scene 3:
1. Testing Macduff's loyalty: who? why?
2. What does Macduff discover about his family while in England?
"Let grief/Convert to anger. Blunt not thy heart; enrage it."
B. Research Paper: creating a thesis statement for your argument paper:
1. What is a position statement?
2. What should be included? NOT INCLUDED?
Aims: what motivates our actions? What are the best motivators? How do you create a clear, concise successful thesis statement for an argument paper?
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper: test-3/7, project-3/21; bibliography-3/2, outline-3/9.
III. Wednesday, March 1, 2017: Writing Conference appointment?
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
1. How does the universe go back to normal or right itself?
2. How are witches' predictions fulfilled?
3. What are the differences between Macbeth's and Malcolm's soldiers?
4. How is Malcolm like his father?
B. Review Macbeth project and rubric.
Aims: reviewing comprehension of the play and understanding major themes.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and the Research Paper:
test-3/7, project-3/21; bibliography-3/2 (tomorrow), outline-3/9.
IV. Thursday, March 2, 2017: Bibliography due on turnitin.com today!
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
(Find lines said by each that reveal their true natures.)
1. What happens to Lady Macbeth?
2. What happens to Macbeth?
3. What happens to Macduff?
4. What happens to Malcolm?
5. Banquo's sons?
B. Macbeth movie:
1. How does the director/actor show Macbeth's transformation?
2. Write down these changes.
Aims: understanding theme through character.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules of Macbeth and Research Paper:
Test-3/7, project-3/21; outline-3/9, intro paragraph-3/10.
V. Friday, March 3, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment?
Do Now: Complete outline worksheet.
A. Research paper:
1. How do you organize your argument paper? (Remember your purpose!)
2. What is the structure?
3. What are the paragraphs?
B. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act V:
1. What lessons do we learn?
2. How can we apply these to our world? Our lives?
Aims: comparing and contrasting the lessons from this world to our own.
HOMEWORK: follow schedules for Macbeth and Research Paper"
test-3/7, project-3/21; outline-3/9, intro paragraph-3/10.
Questions? Concerns? Contact the teachers:
[email protected]
[email protected]
I. Monday, February 13, 2017:
Do Now: fill out index card with your name, class, date and research topic and
hand in today.
A. Research Paper:
1. What is your next step?
2. Credible sources?
3. Non-fiction analysis?
4. Annotations?
5. First graded assignment? [Due February 28, 2017: 2nd day after break!]
6. Library lessons this week:
a.) Wednesday, February 15: go to the library computer room to continue
your research.
b.) Thursday, February 16: go to the library classroom: bring charged I-Pad
for credible sources-fake news lesson by Ms. McClellan.
c.) Friday, February 17: go to the library computer room to continue
research for first graded assignment.
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1-6:
1. Why is Banquo a threat?
2. What is Macbeth's plan for him?
3. How do Macbeth and his wife feel now that he is king?
4. How does Macbeth's conscience bother him in Act III?
5. How does Lady Macbeth save him once again? Do you think the people
believe her? [proof?]
6. What do the witches plan for Macbeth?
7. What does Lennox think is happening? Who does he think should be careful
now?
Aims: What is Macbeth's major concern now? Why?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper. First graded assignment is due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
II. Tuesday, February 14, 2017: Happy Valentine's Day!
Do Now: prepare for today's quiz on Act III:
1. Give one example for Act III that shows that Macbeth is truly a tragic hero.
2. From Act III, give one example of Macbeth's troubled conscience.
3. Now that Macbeth is king, what is his primary concern?
4. What is Malcolm doing now?
5. What do the witches plan for Macbeth?
EXTRA Credit: What does Lennox say is happening to his country?
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1-6:
1. What is Macbeth worried about?
2. What is happening to Scotland?
3. What rumors does he hear?
4. His new plan?
5. Why do critics think scene 5 was not written by Shakespeare?
Aims: Is Macbeth a good king for Scotland? Explain. How do the witches prepare for Macbeth's second visit? What does this show about human nature?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue your research. First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
III. Wednesday, February 15, 2017: Go directly to the library computer room.
Do Now: have your research with you. Bring a flashdrive or email your work.
A. Research Paper: first graded assignment:
1. Credible sources?
2. MLA citation format?
3. Close reading non-fiction?
4. Annotating 4 credible articles to help you formulate your argument (thesis)
5. What is the format of an argument paper: what information do you need?
Aims: What is a credible source? How can you find articles to help you write you paper? (Key word search?) What are you looking for in an article? Citations?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper. First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2017!
IV. Thursday, February 16, 2017: Go directly to the library classroom!
Bring your charged I-Pad to class, so that you can do the lesson!
A. Credible sources vs fake news:
1. How can you tell the difference?
2. What must you look for while doing research?
3. Avoiding bias?
4. How can you be really sure?
Aims: to be able to distinguish between credible and fake sources. Finding what you need to write a successful argument research paper.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue your research paper work.
First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2016.
V. Friday, February 17, 2017: Go directly to the library computer room today!
A. Research Paper: 4 annotated credible sources due 2/28/17!
1. Continue search for credible sources:
a.) After yesterday's lesson: evaluate your sources.
b.) Be sure to find articles that will help you formulate a successful
argument!
c.) Did you find information that provides strong evidence to support your
thesis?
d.) Did you find information that acknowledges the other side and also
disputes that evidence?
Aims: how do you write a successful argument research paper? What information do you need? Citations?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper.
First graded assignment is due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017!
Any Questions or concerns: contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
REST, RELAX, READ, AND ENJOY YOUR FEBRUARY BREAK!
Do Now: fill out index card with your name, class, date and research topic and
hand in today.
A. Research Paper:
1. What is your next step?
2. Credible sources?
3. Non-fiction analysis?
4. Annotations?
5. First graded assignment? [Due February 28, 2017: 2nd day after break!]
6. Library lessons this week:
a.) Wednesday, February 15: go to the library computer room to continue
your research.
b.) Thursday, February 16: go to the library classroom: bring charged I-Pad
for credible sources-fake news lesson by Ms. McClellan.
c.) Friday, February 17: go to the library computer room to continue
research for first graded assignment.
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1-6:
1. Why is Banquo a threat?
2. What is Macbeth's plan for him?
3. How do Macbeth and his wife feel now that he is king?
4. How does Macbeth's conscience bother him in Act III?
5. How does Lady Macbeth save him once again? Do you think the people
believe her? [proof?]
6. What do the witches plan for Macbeth?
7. What does Lennox think is happening? Who does he think should be careful
now?
Aims: What is Macbeth's major concern now? Why?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper. First graded assignment is due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
II. Tuesday, February 14, 2017: Happy Valentine's Day!
Do Now: prepare for today's quiz on Act III:
1. Give one example for Act III that shows that Macbeth is truly a tragic hero.
2. From Act III, give one example of Macbeth's troubled conscience.
3. Now that Macbeth is king, what is his primary concern?
4. What is Malcolm doing now?
5. What do the witches plan for Macbeth?
EXTRA Credit: What does Lennox say is happening to his country?
A. Macbeth by Shakespeare: Act III, scenes 1-6:
1. What is Macbeth worried about?
2. What is happening to Scotland?
3. What rumors does he hear?
4. His new plan?
5. Why do critics think scene 5 was not written by Shakespeare?
Aims: Is Macbeth a good king for Scotland? Explain. How do the witches prepare for Macbeth's second visit? What does this show about human nature?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue your research. First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2017.
III. Wednesday, February 15, 2017: Go directly to the library computer room.
Do Now: have your research with you. Bring a flashdrive or email your work.
A. Research Paper: first graded assignment:
1. Credible sources?
2. MLA citation format?
3. Close reading non-fiction?
4. Annotating 4 credible articles to help you formulate your argument (thesis)
5. What is the format of an argument paper: what information do you need?
Aims: What is a credible source? How can you find articles to help you write you paper? (Key word search?) What are you looking for in an article? Citations?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper. First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2017!
IV. Thursday, February 16, 2017: Go directly to the library classroom!
Bring your charged I-Pad to class, so that you can do the lesson!
A. Credible sources vs fake news:
1. How can you tell the difference?
2. What must you look for while doing research?
3. Avoiding bias?
4. How can you be really sure?
Aims: to be able to distinguish between credible and fake sources. Finding what you need to write a successful argument research paper.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue your research paper work.
First graded assignment is due Tuesday, February 28, 2016.
V. Friday, February 17, 2017: Go directly to the library computer room today!
A. Research Paper: 4 annotated credible sources due 2/28/17!
1. Continue search for credible sources:
a.) After yesterday's lesson: evaluate your sources.
b.) Be sure to find articles that will help you formulate a successful
argument!
c.) Did you find information that provides strong evidence to support your
thesis?
d.) Did you find information that acknowledges the other side and also
disputes that evidence?
Aims: how do you write a successful argument research paper? What information do you need? Citations?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Continue work on your research paper.
First graded assignment is due on Tuesday, February 28, 2017!
Any Questions or concerns: contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
REST, RELAX, READ, AND ENJOY YOUR FEBRUARY BREAK!
I. Monday, February 6, 2017:
Macbeth Acts I and II test tomorrow: extra help today after school!
Do Now: complete Act II worksheet.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II, Scenes 1-4:
1. What is Macbeth and lady Macbeth's reaction after the murder?
2. What unusual act does Macbeth perform when he pretends to discover
Duncan's death the next morning? Why?
3. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband from scrutiny?
4. What will happen in Scone? Who will be there and who will NOT?
5. According to the subjects, who is to blame for Duncan's murder? Why?
B. Tomorrow's test:
1. How have you been preparing for tomorrow's test?
2. Test sections?
3. Review
C. Movie: Act II:
1. How do the characters change?
2. Who is suspicious? Why?
Aims: understanding literary elements, key quotes, character, definitions of William Shakespeare's Act I and II of Macbeth.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule: test tomorrow on Acts I and II. Research Paper topic due this Friday, 2/10/2017.
II. Tuesday, February 7, 2017:
Do Now: prepare for today's test: Macbeth by Shakespeare: Acts I and II.
1. Use blue or black ink.
2. Read all carefully and completely.
3. Pay attention to points per question.
4. Watch and use your time wisely.
5. Do Not leave any blanks.
6. Use the rest of the test to help you with questions.
7. Review and edit the test.
8. Raise your hand to ask questions.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
Research paper topic due this Friday, 2/10/2017.
III. Wednesday, February 8, 2017:
Do Now: with your group write a summary of Act III. Be sure these questions
are answered:
1. Who is in trouble now? Why?
2. How do Macbeth and his wife now feel that he is king?
3. What new plans does Macbeth have now? Why?
4. How does his conscience work against him again?
5. How does Lady Macbeth save him....again?
6. At the end of Act III, what does Macbeth plan to do?
7. What do all the thanes think of their new king and his affect on Scotland?
Aims: exploring themes and character actions through plot.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Research topic due 2/10/2017.
IV. Thursday, February 9, 2017:
Do Now: complete summary worksheets.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III: Scenes 1-6:
1. Each group will be assigned a scene to act out key idea from that scene.
2. Be sure to practice the lines and emotion.
B. Movie: (How can we tell?)
1. How have Macbeth and his wife changed?
2. What about the other subjects, thanes?
Aims: connecting words and actions to illuminate key ideas, literary elements...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Research Paper topic is due tomorrow!
V. Friday, February 10, 2017:
Do Now: fill out index card: your name, period, date, topic chosen and the
reason you chose this topic.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III:
1. Complete the performance of scenes by the groups.
2. Making predictions based on current actions:
what do you think will happen next? Why?
B. Movie:
1. What is happening in Scotland, to the people, now that Macbeth is king?
2. HOW DOES THE READER KNOW?
Aims: reviewing comprehension, making predictions to help understand
character, plot, theme.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Start researching your topic.
Macbeth Acts I and II test tomorrow: extra help today after school!
Do Now: complete Act II worksheet.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II, Scenes 1-4:
1. What is Macbeth and lady Macbeth's reaction after the murder?
2. What unusual act does Macbeth perform when he pretends to discover
Duncan's death the next morning? Why?
3. How does Lady Macbeth save her husband from scrutiny?
4. What will happen in Scone? Who will be there and who will NOT?
5. According to the subjects, who is to blame for Duncan's murder? Why?
B. Tomorrow's test:
1. How have you been preparing for tomorrow's test?
2. Test sections?
3. Review
C. Movie: Act II:
1. How do the characters change?
2. Who is suspicious? Why?
Aims: understanding literary elements, key quotes, character, definitions of William Shakespeare's Act I and II of Macbeth.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule: test tomorrow on Acts I and II. Research Paper topic due this Friday, 2/10/2017.
II. Tuesday, February 7, 2017:
Do Now: prepare for today's test: Macbeth by Shakespeare: Acts I and II.
1. Use blue or black ink.
2. Read all carefully and completely.
3. Pay attention to points per question.
4. Watch and use your time wisely.
5. Do Not leave any blanks.
6. Use the rest of the test to help you with questions.
7. Review and edit the test.
8. Raise your hand to ask questions.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
Research paper topic due this Friday, 2/10/2017.
III. Wednesday, February 8, 2017:
Do Now: with your group write a summary of Act III. Be sure these questions
are answered:
1. Who is in trouble now? Why?
2. How do Macbeth and his wife now feel that he is king?
3. What new plans does Macbeth have now? Why?
4. How does his conscience work against him again?
5. How does Lady Macbeth save him....again?
6. At the end of Act III, what does Macbeth plan to do?
7. What do all the thanes think of their new king and his affect on Scotland?
Aims: exploring themes and character actions through plot.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Research topic due 2/10/2017.
IV. Thursday, February 9, 2017:
Do Now: complete summary worksheets.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III: Scenes 1-6:
1. Each group will be assigned a scene to act out key idea from that scene.
2. Be sure to practice the lines and emotion.
B. Movie: (How can we tell?)
1. How have Macbeth and his wife changed?
2. What about the other subjects, thanes?
Aims: connecting words and actions to illuminate key ideas, literary elements...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Research Paper topic is due tomorrow!
V. Friday, February 10, 2017:
Do Now: fill out index card: your name, period, date, topic chosen and the
reason you chose this topic.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act III:
1. Complete the performance of scenes by the groups.
2. Making predictions based on current actions:
what do you think will happen next? Why?
B. Movie:
1. What is happening in Scotland, to the people, now that Macbeth is king?
2. HOW DOES THE READER KNOW?
Aims: reviewing comprehension, making predictions to help understand
character, plot, theme.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Start researching your topic.
I. Monday, January 30, 2017:
Do Now: Answer the following questions:
1. Describe Macbeth.
2. Give examples from the play as supporting evidence.
3. Describe his best friend.
4. Give examples from the play as proof.
5. List the witches' predictions for Macbeth and his reactions.
6. List the witches' predictions for Banquo and his reactions.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 3-4:
1. What do we discover about Macbeth and Duncan?
2. Making predictions: what do you think will happen?
Aims: Understanding character (by what they say, by what they do, and what others say about them!).....
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
II. Tuesday, January 31, 2017: Homework check today!
Do Now: Choose the lines that are most revealing of Macbeth's character.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 4-5.
1. How does Duncan show his great qualities as King?
2. How does he reward Macbeth?
3. Why does Macbeth leave early?
4. What does Macbeth send to his wife? Why?
5. How does Lady Macbeth describe her husband?
Aims: understanding a major motif from the play and how it is applied to this play.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
III. Wednesday, February 1, 2017:
Do Now: Describe Lady Macbeth and her intentions.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 5-6-7:
1. What makes Lady Macbeth so unusual?
2. What is her plan?
3. What does her husband think?
4. Examples of dramatic irony?
B. Research Paper Assignment:
1. Schedule?
2. Topics?
3. Due dates?
4. Library time?
C. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II
1. What is worrying Banquo?
2. What is worrying Macbeth?
3. What is the plan?
4. What is Lady Macbeth and Macbeth's reactions before and after the plan?
5. Who is to blame?
6. What do the subjects think?
February 2, 2017: {Groundhog Day!]
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 1-7.
1. What have we learned so far?
2. Making predictions: what do you think will happen next?
B. Movie:
1. Understanding plot? character?
2. Understanding themes? motif?
Aims: making predictions based on character and plot...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth and Research Paper schedules.
V. Friday, February 3, 2017: Homework check today!
Do Now: prepare for quiz on Act I:
1. What is the setting of the play?
2. Define tragedy.
3. How does Shakespeare begin the play?
4. Explain 2 reasons he did this.
5. What is the conflict of this play?
Extra credit: describe one influence on the character, Macbeth.
Aims: what does the author reveal about human nature? How?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth and Research Paper schedules.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Answer the following questions:
1. Describe Macbeth.
2. Give examples from the play as supporting evidence.
3. Describe his best friend.
4. Give examples from the play as proof.
5. List the witches' predictions for Macbeth and his reactions.
6. List the witches' predictions for Banquo and his reactions.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 3-4:
1. What do we discover about Macbeth and Duncan?
2. Making predictions: what do you think will happen?
Aims: Understanding character (by what they say, by what they do, and what others say about them!).....
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
II. Tuesday, January 31, 2017: Homework check today!
Do Now: Choose the lines that are most revealing of Macbeth's character.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 4-5.
1. How does Duncan show his great qualities as King?
2. How does he reward Macbeth?
3. Why does Macbeth leave early?
4. What does Macbeth send to his wife? Why?
5. How does Lady Macbeth describe her husband?
Aims: understanding a major motif from the play and how it is applied to this play.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
III. Wednesday, February 1, 2017:
Do Now: Describe Lady Macbeth and her intentions.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 5-6-7:
1. What makes Lady Macbeth so unusual?
2. What is her plan?
3. What does her husband think?
4. Examples of dramatic irony?
B. Research Paper Assignment:
1. Schedule?
2. Topics?
3. Due dates?
4. Library time?
C. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act II
1. What is worrying Banquo?
2. What is worrying Macbeth?
3. What is the plan?
4. What is Lady Macbeth and Macbeth's reactions before and after the plan?
5. Who is to blame?
6. What do the subjects think?
February 2, 2017: {Groundhog Day!]
Do Now: Complete worksheet.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, Scenes 1-7.
1. What have we learned so far?
2. Making predictions: what do you think will happen next?
B. Movie:
1. Understanding plot? character?
2. Understanding themes? motif?
Aims: making predictions based on character and plot...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth and Research Paper schedules.
V. Friday, February 3, 2017: Homework check today!
Do Now: prepare for quiz on Act I:
1. What is the setting of the play?
2. Define tragedy.
3. How does Shakespeare begin the play?
4. Explain 2 reasons he did this.
5. What is the conflict of this play?
Extra credit: describe one influence on the character, Macbeth.
Aims: what does the author reveal about human nature? How?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth and Research Paper schedules.
Any questions or concerns: contact
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, January 24, 2017: Homework check! Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Group work: Read aloud Act 1, Scenes 1-2-3. After each scene discuss the meaning, character, techniques.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 1, Scenes 1-2-3:
1. What is the purpose of scene 1?
2. Who is Macbeth? How do we learn about him? Why?
3. Who is Duncan? Malcolm?
4. Who is the traitor and his general? What happens in the battle and to
them?
5. Why is King Duncan so special? Macbeth? Banquo?
Aims: understanding, setting, character, plot and techniques of Shakespeare's play,
Macbeth.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
II. Wednesday, January 25, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: what lessons is the author trying to show us through Duncan?
Macbeth?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 3-4-5:
1. What happens when the witches meet with Macbeth?
a.) What do they say?
b.) What is the reaction of Macbeth and Banquo?
2. What are the good qualities of a king? Subject?
3. What announcement does Duncan make that gets to Macbeth?
Aims: understanding character and the lessons of the author...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
III. Thursday, January 26, 2017: last day for rewrites!
Do Now: Work on Act I summary worksheet. Due 2/1/17.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I: Movie:
1. As you view the movie: take notes on:
a.) Setting-
b.) Character
c.) Plot
d.) Themes
Aims: understanding the play through performance (but check out the sub-titles!).
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Group work: Read aloud Act 1, Scenes 1-2-3. After each scene discuss the meaning, character, techniques.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act 1, Scenes 1-2-3:
1. What is the purpose of scene 1?
2. Who is Macbeth? How do we learn about him? Why?
3. Who is Duncan? Malcolm?
4. Who is the traitor and his general? What happens in the battle and to
them?
5. Why is King Duncan so special? Macbeth? Banquo?
Aims: understanding, setting, character, plot and techniques of Shakespeare's play,
Macbeth.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
II. Wednesday, January 25, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: what lessons is the author trying to show us through Duncan?
Macbeth?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I, scenes 3-4-5:
1. What happens when the witches meet with Macbeth?
a.) What do they say?
b.) What is the reaction of Macbeth and Banquo?
2. What are the good qualities of a king? Subject?
3. What announcement does Duncan make that gets to Macbeth?
Aims: understanding character and the lessons of the author...
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
III. Thursday, January 26, 2017: last day for rewrites!
Do Now: Work on Act I summary worksheet. Due 2/1/17.
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Act I: Movie:
1. As you view the movie: take notes on:
a.) Setting-
b.) Character
c.) Plot
d.) Themes
Aims: understanding the play through performance (but check out the sub-titles!).
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule.
Any questions or concerns?
Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, January 17, 2017: Writing Conferences? Rewrites due one week from
appointment.
Do Now: work with group to come up with 5 important facts about Shakespeare and his world from the video.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. Who is the man?
2. His work?
3. What was his world like?
4. What influenced his work?
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Distribute materials:
1. Book and book cards,
2. Schedule with due dates,
3. Introduction packet: start close reading with your group.
Aims: Understanding the author, his works, influences, and his times so that we can understand his play.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
II. Wednesday, January 18, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Continue close reading of Introduction Packet: what 3 important tips to reading and understanding Shakespeare?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. What are some tips to reading this play?
a.) Shakespeare tips?
b.) Tips to reading this play- any play?
Aims: how is reading a play different from reading other fiction? What do you look for? How can you better understand Shakespeare?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
III. Thursday, January 19, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Take and review informational facts, map, themes packet: Setting of play? What is the play based upon? Important themes?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. View and note down important concepts/ideas from video: Flocabulary
2. How does Shakespeare grab the attention of his audience?
a.) Take a look at Globe Theatre.
b.) What was his audience like?
c.) What did he work with?
Aims: reading and understanding Shakespeare: what does the author do to help his audience?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
IV. Friday, January 20, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite? Intro packet due!
Do Now: With your group, read aloud Act 1, scene 1: How does Shakespeare begin? Why does he begin this way?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. Getting started reading aloud:
a.) Tips to remember
b.) Setting? Character? mood? Plot?
Aims: reading and understanding Macbeth by using the tips and technique that we learned to help us.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
Any questions or concerns please contact us:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
appointment.
Do Now: work with group to come up with 5 important facts about Shakespeare and his world from the video.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. Who is the man?
2. His work?
3. What was his world like?
4. What influenced his work?
B. Macbeth by William Shakespeare: Distribute materials:
1. Book and book cards,
2. Schedule with due dates,
3. Introduction packet: start close reading with your group.
Aims: Understanding the author, his works, influences, and his times so that we can understand his play.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
II. Wednesday, January 18, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Continue close reading of Introduction Packet: what 3 important tips to reading and understanding Shakespeare?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. What are some tips to reading this play?
a.) Shakespeare tips?
b.) Tips to reading this play- any play?
Aims: how is reading a play different from reading other fiction? What do you look for? How can you better understand Shakespeare?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
III. Thursday, January 19, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite?
Do Now: Take and review informational facts, map, themes packet: Setting of play? What is the play based upon? Important themes?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. View and note down important concepts/ideas from video: Flocabulary
2. How does Shakespeare grab the attention of his audience?
a.) Take a look at Globe Theatre.
b.) What was his audience like?
c.) What did he work with?
Aims: reading and understanding Shakespeare: what does the author do to help his audience?
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
IV. Friday, January 20, 2017: Writing Conference? Rewrite? Intro packet due!
Do Now: With your group, read aloud Act 1, scene 1: How does Shakespeare begin? Why does he begin this way?
A. Macbeth by William Shakespeare:
1. Getting started reading aloud:
a.) Tips to remember
b.) Setting? Character? mood? Plot?
Aims: reading and understanding Macbeth by using the tips and technique that we learned to help us.
HOMEWORK: follow Macbeth schedule. Rewrite?
Any questions or concerns please contact us:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
SECOND QUARTER:)
Second Unit begins December 1, 2016:
Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: second schedule.
"Democracy" by Langston Hughes
Alfred Uhry biography: [See Link.]
Outside Literary Analysis Assignment:
Rubric
Compare and contrast DMD with poem and write a 4-5 paragraph essay.
Poem
Put typed essay on turnitin.com
Freytag's Pyramid
FIRST UNIT STARTS ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2016!
GRAMMAR AND POETRY UNIT:
UNIT SCHEDULE:
TEST on Tuesday, November 29, 2016!
FLIPBOARD PROJECT is due Wednesday, November 30, 2016!
GRAMMAR PACKET will be distributed in class on Monday, November 7, 2016!
POETRY PACKET will be distributed in class on Wednesday, November 9, 2016!
See Google Classroom for copies!
POETRY MATERIALS:
Ballad notes,
Sonnet notes,
Sonnet PowerPoint #1,
Sonnet PowerPoint #2.
GRAMMAR MATERIALS:
Review Notes #1,
Review Notes #2.
CREDIBLE SOURCES TO RESEARCH:
Use the grammar text from the classroom.
Use online site OWL PURDUE.
Use Merriam-Webster Dictionary.
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS FOR SECOND QUARTER:
Play/Poetry Analysis---outside class, due December 21, 2106 on turnitin.com
Literary Analysis---IN CLASS in January 2017
Book Review---CHOOSE A BOOK FROM OVERDRIVE OR LIGHTSAIL.
LIBRARY VISIT ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2016 TO CHOOSE BOOK. Go directly to the library classroom. Final selection is due on Friday, December 2, 2016.
TEAM BUILDING/OBSTACLE COURSE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2016. Go directly to the East Gym and lock your valuables in your gym locker.
LIGHTSAIL OR OUTSIDE READING: try to read 10 -15 minutes every/most nights.
OUTSIDE READING MATERIALS: due January 2017
Assignment/Instructions
Notes Sheet
Literary Elements Chart
Non-Fiction Chart
In-Class Essay Analysis
Outline
Rubric
Book Review
Rubric
Quick Response Code [QRCode]
My Sample Book Review with 2 QR Codes
I. Monday, January 9, 2017: Please meet in the library computer room today!
**Make sure that you have a copy of your first draft of the book review: a printed copy and one to work with on the computer, so email it to your school account or have on a flashdrive!
Do Now: Share your first draft with a partner. Does it have all the parts? Is it successful? [Use outline and rubric to help you.]
A. Book Review:
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What information should be included in a successful review? [See models.]
B. Writing Style:
1. Check out your readability level.
2. What goes into your level: vocabulary, sophisticated sentence structure.
3. Errors?
C. QR Codes:
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you create one?
Aims: Practicing skills of writing, evaluating, editing. Learning a new way to display and share your work and ideas through QR Codes.
HOMEWORK: continue working on your book review and QR code. Final copy is due on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 by 9am and printed copy in class. REturn to the library tomorrow, Tuesday, January 10, 2107.
II. Tuesday, January 10, 2017: Please go to the library computer room today!
Do Now: continue work on your book review and QR code.
A. QR Codes:
1. What are they?
2. Purposes?
3. Creating 2 for your final copy: one with the text and one with a video or
recording.
Aims: How can you share your ideas and work?
HOMEWORK: back to the classroom tomorrow. Bring in a copy of your work so far to share with the class to help you edit your work.
III. Wednesday, January 11, 2017: Back in the classroom.
Make a writing conference appointment for in-class essay.
Do Now: work with a partner and share your book review and QR codes.
A. Book Review:
1. Does it meet the purpose?
2. Follow the outline/rubric?
B. QR Codes:
1. Can you read the both codes clearly?
2. Are they positioned in the upper left and right? [Follow model.]
Aims: How can you improve your writing, evaluating, editing, speaking skills?
HOMEWORK: continue working on your final copy of the book review and 2 QRCodes, due on turnitin.com by Tuesday, Janaury 17, 2017 by 9am and printed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, January 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Introduction to Shakespeare and his world.
As you watch the film, take notes on any new information that you discover for our discussion.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. What do we know about his life?
2. Why do we study his work today?
B. The World of the 1600's:
1. What was happening in Shakespeare's time?
2. How can this influence his writing? his work?
Aims: preparing for our study of Macbeth by William Shakespeare: who is this
author and what was the world he lived in like?
HOMEWORK: continue work on your final copy of the book review with 2 QRCodes, due Tuesday, 1/17/2017 by 9am with a printed copy for class.
V. Friday, January 13, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Introduction to William Shakespeare and his world. Continue to take notes on any new information that you discover for our discussion.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. The man and his works?
2. Where did he get his inspiration?
3. What were his accomplishments?
B. The World of 1600's:
1. Religion?
2. Politics?
3. Housing, Health and welfare?
4. Business?
Aims: Why does William Shakepeare have such a big influence on literature?
Why do we study him today?
HOMEWORK: complete final copy of the book review with 2 QRCodes, due on turnitin.com by Tuesday, January 17, 2017 by 9am and a printed copy for class. No school on Monday, Janyar 16, 2017-MLK Day!
Any questions or concerns contact the teachers:
[email protected] or
[email protected]
**Make sure that you have a copy of your first draft of the book review: a printed copy and one to work with on the computer, so email it to your school account or have on a flashdrive!
Do Now: Share your first draft with a partner. Does it have all the parts? Is it successful? [Use outline and rubric to help you.]
A. Book Review:
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What information should be included in a successful review? [See models.]
B. Writing Style:
1. Check out your readability level.
2. What goes into your level: vocabulary, sophisticated sentence structure.
3. Errors?
C. QR Codes:
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you create one?
Aims: Practicing skills of writing, evaluating, editing. Learning a new way to display and share your work and ideas through QR Codes.
HOMEWORK: continue working on your book review and QR code. Final copy is due on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 by 9am and printed copy in class. REturn to the library tomorrow, Tuesday, January 10, 2107.
II. Tuesday, January 10, 2017: Please go to the library computer room today!
Do Now: continue work on your book review and QR code.
A. QR Codes:
1. What are they?
2. Purposes?
3. Creating 2 for your final copy: one with the text and one with a video or
recording.
Aims: How can you share your ideas and work?
HOMEWORK: back to the classroom tomorrow. Bring in a copy of your work so far to share with the class to help you edit your work.
III. Wednesday, January 11, 2017: Back in the classroom.
Make a writing conference appointment for in-class essay.
Do Now: work with a partner and share your book review and QR codes.
A. Book Review:
1. Does it meet the purpose?
2. Follow the outline/rubric?
B. QR Codes:
1. Can you read the both codes clearly?
2. Are they positioned in the upper left and right? [Follow model.]
Aims: How can you improve your writing, evaluating, editing, speaking skills?
HOMEWORK: continue working on your final copy of the book review and 2 QRCodes, due on turnitin.com by Tuesday, Janaury 17, 2017 by 9am and printed copy in class.
IV. Thursday, January 12, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Introduction to Shakespeare and his world.
As you watch the film, take notes on any new information that you discover for our discussion.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. What do we know about his life?
2. Why do we study his work today?
B. The World of the 1600's:
1. What was happening in Shakespeare's time?
2. How can this influence his writing? his work?
Aims: preparing for our study of Macbeth by William Shakespeare: who is this
author and what was the world he lived in like?
HOMEWORK: continue work on your final copy of the book review with 2 QRCodes, due Tuesday, 1/17/2017 by 9am with a printed copy for class.
V. Friday, January 13, 2017: Writing Conference Appointment? Rewrite?
Do Now: Introduction to William Shakespeare and his world. Continue to take notes on any new information that you discover for our discussion.
A. William Shakespeare:
1. The man and his works?
2. Where did he get his inspiration?
3. What were his accomplishments?
B. The World of 1600's:
1. Religion?
2. Politics?
3. Housing, Health and welfare?
4. Business?
Aims: Why does William Shakepeare have such a big influence on literature?
Why do we study him today?
HOMEWORK: complete final copy of the book review with 2 QRCodes, due on turnitin.com by Tuesday, January 17, 2017 by 9am and a printed copy for class. No school on Monday, Janyar 16, 2017-MLK Day!
Any questions or concerns contact the teachers:
[email protected] or
[email protected]
I. Tuesday, January 3, 2017: WELCOME BACK TO A NEW YEAR!
Do Now: Complete literary elements chart for tomorrow's in-class analysis
essay.
A. Outside Reading: creating notes for in-class analysis essay:
1. Complete chart:
a.) Fiction: (literary elements)
b.) Non-Fiction: (facts, data)
2. Author's purpose? (More than 1?)
3. Techniques? (2-4 techniques with examples)
4. Quotes?
5. What did YOU learn from this book?
Aims: How do you analyze literature or non-fiction?
Why do we read and study literature and non-fiction?
HOMEWORK: Complete chart and questions for tomorrow's in-class essay. Bring in notes and book to complete essay.
II. Wednesday, January 4, 2017:
Do Now: Prepare for in-class analysis essay.
1. Use blue/black ink only.
2. Read and follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Follow outline.
4. Edit your work.
5. Use rubric for additional tips.
HOMEWORK: Look and print out any book review (NOT YOUR OUTSIDE READING BOOK) of any book to bring in tomorrow. Underline thesis statement and circle techniques.
III. Thursday, January 5, 2017: Library dates(computer lab): 1/9 and 1/10.
Do Now: edit your essay.
With a partner share your book review and other samples.
Answer questions below.
A. Book Reviews: what are they?
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What are the parts of a book review?
3. What makes a book review successful?
B. Book Reviews: writing your own.
1. Start writing your own review, using the information you learned from the
samples.
2. How do you begin?
Aims: Understanding the purpose and the parts of a successful book review in
order to write your own.
HOMEWORK: Start writing your first draft: Complete the opening line to grab
the reader's attention.
IV. Friday, January 6, 2017: Make a writing conference appointment.
Do Now: Share your opening line with a partner. Does it work?
A. Book Review: creating your own:
1. Complete top of the outline.
2. Follow steps.
B. Quick Response Code: (QRCode):
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you create it?
4. You will create 2:
a.) The first will be blue of the typed copy of your book review.
b.) The second will be orange of your reading the book review.
Aims: How do you create, develop, and write your own book review and
QR codes?
HOMEWORK: Complete your first draft of the book review, following the outline,
due typed in class on Monday, January 9 (Go directly to the library).
Do Now: Complete literary elements chart for tomorrow's in-class analysis
essay.
A. Outside Reading: creating notes for in-class analysis essay:
1. Complete chart:
a.) Fiction: (literary elements)
b.) Non-Fiction: (facts, data)
2. Author's purpose? (More than 1?)
3. Techniques? (2-4 techniques with examples)
4. Quotes?
5. What did YOU learn from this book?
Aims: How do you analyze literature or non-fiction?
Why do we read and study literature and non-fiction?
HOMEWORK: Complete chart and questions for tomorrow's in-class essay. Bring in notes and book to complete essay.
II. Wednesday, January 4, 2017:
Do Now: Prepare for in-class analysis essay.
1. Use blue/black ink only.
2. Read and follow directions carefully and completely.
3. Follow outline.
4. Edit your work.
5. Use rubric for additional tips.
HOMEWORK: Look and print out any book review (NOT YOUR OUTSIDE READING BOOK) of any book to bring in tomorrow. Underline thesis statement and circle techniques.
III. Thursday, January 5, 2017: Library dates(computer lab): 1/9 and 1/10.
Do Now: edit your essay.
With a partner share your book review and other samples.
Answer questions below.
A. Book Reviews: what are they?
1. What is the purpose of a book review?
2. What are the parts of a book review?
3. What makes a book review successful?
B. Book Reviews: writing your own.
1. Start writing your own review, using the information you learned from the
samples.
2. How do you begin?
Aims: Understanding the purpose and the parts of a successful book review in
order to write your own.
HOMEWORK: Start writing your first draft: Complete the opening line to grab
the reader's attention.
IV. Friday, January 6, 2017: Make a writing conference appointment.
Do Now: Share your opening line with a partner. Does it work?
A. Book Review: creating your own:
1. Complete top of the outline.
2. Follow steps.
B. Quick Response Code: (QRCode):
1. What is it?
2. Purpose?
3. How do you create it?
4. You will create 2:
a.) The first will be blue of the typed copy of your book review.
b.) The second will be orange of your reading the book review.
Aims: How do you create, develop, and write your own book review and
QR codes?
HOMEWORK: Complete your first draft of the book review, following the outline,
due typed in class on Monday, January 9 (Go directly to the library).
I. Monday, December 19, 2016: After school extra help for test in room 448!
Do Now: Write a literary analysis of the play, DMD by Uhry. Include title, author, author's purpose and one major technique. Be sure to include
specific examples from the play to prove your answers.
A. Review the play, DMD by Alfred Uhry:
1. What are the literary elements?
2. Social Problem?
3. How does this play relate to our world today?
B. Movie Version of DMD by Uhry:
1. What are the differences? Why?
2. Compare /contrast your reading of the play with the movie.
What do you think?
Aims: How do we analyze literature? What do we learn?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test tomorrow, essay due on Wednesday, 12/21 on turnitin.com by 3 pm. Bring in a hard copy to class.
Continue reading and annotating outside reading. Due January 2017.
II. Tuesday, December 20, 2016:
Do Now: Prepare for DMD test today!
1. Use blue or black ink.
2. Read directions carefully and completly.
3. Note the point scores of the questions.
4. Complete every question. Do NOT leave any blanks.
5. Use the test to help you answer other questions.
6. Watch and use your time wisely.
7. Check over all of work.
HOMEWORK: Literary analysis is due on turnitin.com by 3 pm. Bring in hard copy to class. Continue reading and annotating outside reading, due January 2017.
III. Wednesday, December 21, 2016: Essay due today! TBC: hard copy or essay!
Do Now: take and close read the literature.
Then complete the multiple choice questions (MCQ)
A. Reading Comprehension Skills: (fiction)
1. Read title and author.
2. What type of literature is this?
3. Skim questions. What is being asked?
4. Note the line numbers of these questions on the piece.
5. Unusual vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. Compare and contrast with the book.
Aims: What can you do to improve reading comprehension skills?
HOMEWORK: Continue reading and annotating outside reading, due Januar
2017.
IV. Thursday, December 22, 2016:
Do Now: take and close read poem. Then complete MCQ.
A. Reading Comprehension: (poetry)
1. Read title and author.
2. What type of literature?
3. Skim questions. What is being asked?
4. Note the line numbers of questions on the poem.
5. Vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. Compare and contrast with the book.
Aims: Reviewing, practicing, and improving reading and analysis of poetry.
HOMEWORK: continue reading and annotating outside reading, due January
2017.
V. Friday, December 23, 2016: Happy Holidays! Happy New Year!
Do Now: take and close read non-fiction piece. Then answer MCQ.
A. Reading Comprehension:
1. Title? Author?
2. What type of material is this piece?
3. Skim questions. What are they asking?
4. Note the line numbers of the questions on the piece.
5. Vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. compare and contrast to the book.
Aims: what can you do to improve reading comprehension skills of all types of
reading materials?
HOMEWORK: complete outside reading and annotating. Be ready to write a literary analysis on Wednesday, January 3, 2017. Have a good note sheet to use.
Rest, relax, and read over the holiday break!
Any questions or concerns?
Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Write a literary analysis of the play, DMD by Uhry. Include title, author, author's purpose and one major technique. Be sure to include
specific examples from the play to prove your answers.
A. Review the play, DMD by Alfred Uhry:
1. What are the literary elements?
2. Social Problem?
3. How does this play relate to our world today?
B. Movie Version of DMD by Uhry:
1. What are the differences? Why?
2. Compare /contrast your reading of the play with the movie.
What do you think?
Aims: How do we analyze literature? What do we learn?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test tomorrow, essay due on Wednesday, 12/21 on turnitin.com by 3 pm. Bring in a hard copy to class.
Continue reading and annotating outside reading. Due January 2017.
II. Tuesday, December 20, 2016:
Do Now: Prepare for DMD test today!
1. Use blue or black ink.
2. Read directions carefully and completly.
3. Note the point scores of the questions.
4. Complete every question. Do NOT leave any blanks.
5. Use the test to help you answer other questions.
6. Watch and use your time wisely.
7. Check over all of work.
HOMEWORK: Literary analysis is due on turnitin.com by 3 pm. Bring in hard copy to class. Continue reading and annotating outside reading, due January 2017.
III. Wednesday, December 21, 2016: Essay due today! TBC: hard copy or essay!
Do Now: take and close read the literature.
Then complete the multiple choice questions (MCQ)
A. Reading Comprehension Skills: (fiction)
1. Read title and author.
2. What type of literature is this?
3. Skim questions. What is being asked?
4. Note the line numbers of these questions on the piece.
5. Unusual vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. Compare and contrast with the book.
Aims: What can you do to improve reading comprehension skills?
HOMEWORK: Continue reading and annotating outside reading, due Januar
2017.
IV. Thursday, December 22, 2016:
Do Now: take and close read poem. Then complete MCQ.
A. Reading Comprehension: (poetry)
1. Read title and author.
2. What type of literature?
3. Skim questions. What is being asked?
4. Note the line numbers of questions on the poem.
5. Vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. Compare and contrast with the book.
Aims: Reviewing, practicing, and improving reading and analysis of poetry.
HOMEWORK: continue reading and annotating outside reading, due January
2017.
V. Friday, December 23, 2016: Happy Holidays! Happy New Year!
Do Now: take and close read non-fiction piece. Then answer MCQ.
A. Reading Comprehension:
1. Title? Author?
2. What type of material is this piece?
3. Skim questions. What are they asking?
4. Note the line numbers of the questions on the piece.
5. Vocabulary?
6. Author's purpose?
7. Author's techniques?
B. Movie:
1. compare and contrast to the book.
Aims: what can you do to improve reading comprehension skills of all types of
reading materials?
HOMEWORK: complete outside reading and annotating. Be ready to write a literary analysis on Wednesday, January 3, 2017. Have a good note sheet to use.
Rest, relax, and read over the holiday break!
Any questions or concerns?
Contact [email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, December 12, 2016:
Do Now: Review your drawing. Be prepared to share with the class: what is a drawing of? Why did you choose this?
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: (Get into a circle!)
1. What do key scenes show the reader?
a.) Character traits, development, relationships?
b.) Structure?
c.) Themes?
B. Movie: Driving Miss Daisy by Uhry:
1. Key Scenes?
2. Any Differences from the play? Why?
Aims: Getting insight into Author's purpose and techniques.....
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Test is 12/20. Essay is due 12/21 on turnitin.com. Outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
II. Tuesday, December 13, 2016:
Do Now: Group work: share your 3 quotes. Then the group comes up with the 3 most important. Have page numbers.
A. DMD by Uhry:
1. Who?
2. What is the direct meaning of the lines?
3. Significance?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. What is the relationship between Daisy and Hoke?
2. Proof?
Aims: How do we learn about characters?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Test on 12/20. Essay due 12/21. Outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
III. Wednesday, December 14, 2016:
Do Now: Outline the key events of the play. Give page numbers.
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. How do these key event fit in with Freytag's Pyramid?
2. How does this help the reader to understand?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. Which scene is the climatic scene?
2. Why?
Aims: How does understanding the structure of the play create another layer of understanding? or does It? Explain.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due January 2017.
IV. Thursday, December 15, 2016:
Do Now: Finish charting the structure of the play.
A. DMD by Alfred Uhry:
1. Which is the climatic scene?
2. Why?
3. Resolution?
4. Denouement?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. Any changes ? Why?
Aims: How do we analyze literature? Why do we do this?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
V. Friday, December 16, 2016:
Do Now: prepare for quiz.
DMD QUIZ #2:
1. Who has the power between Daisy and Hoke at the beginning?
2. Give one example from the play that shows that power.
3. Explain if that power ever changes.
4. Explain the climactic scene.
5. How does the reader learn about the passage of time?
Extra credit: what does the end of the play show the reader?
B. Movie- DMD by Uhry:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Techniques?
Aims: What does the reader learn from this play? How? Is this still relevant today?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
Any questions of concerns contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
Do Now: Review your drawing. Be prepared to share with the class: what is a drawing of? Why did you choose this?
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: (Get into a circle!)
1. What do key scenes show the reader?
a.) Character traits, development, relationships?
b.) Structure?
c.) Themes?
B. Movie: Driving Miss Daisy by Uhry:
1. Key Scenes?
2. Any Differences from the play? Why?
Aims: Getting insight into Author's purpose and techniques.....
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Test is 12/20. Essay is due 12/21 on turnitin.com. Outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
II. Tuesday, December 13, 2016:
Do Now: Group work: share your 3 quotes. Then the group comes up with the 3 most important. Have page numbers.
A. DMD by Uhry:
1. Who?
2. What is the direct meaning of the lines?
3. Significance?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. What is the relationship between Daisy and Hoke?
2. Proof?
Aims: How do we learn about characters?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Test on 12/20. Essay due 12/21. Outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
III. Wednesday, December 14, 2016:
Do Now: Outline the key events of the play. Give page numbers.
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. How do these key event fit in with Freytag's Pyramid?
2. How does this help the reader to understand?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. Which scene is the climatic scene?
2. Why?
Aims: How does understanding the structure of the play create another layer of understanding? or does It? Explain.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due January 2017.
IV. Thursday, December 15, 2016:
Do Now: Finish charting the structure of the play.
A. DMD by Alfred Uhry:
1. Which is the climatic scene?
2. Why?
3. Resolution?
4. Denouement?
B. Movie: DMD by Uhry:
1. Any changes ? Why?
Aims: How do we analyze literature? Why do we do this?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
V. Friday, December 16, 2016:
Do Now: prepare for quiz.
DMD QUIZ #2:
1. Who has the power between Daisy and Hoke at the beginning?
2. Give one example from the play that shows that power.
3. Explain if that power ever changes.
4. Explain the climactic scene.
5. How does the reader learn about the passage of time?
Extra credit: what does the end of the play show the reader?
B. Movie- DMD by Uhry:
1. Author's Purpose?
2. Techniques?
Aims: What does the reader learn from this play? How? Is this still relevant today?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule: test is on 12/20, essay is due 12/21, and outside reading and notes are due 1/2017.
Any questions of concerns contact:
[email protected] OR
[email protected]
I. Monday, December 5, 2016:
Do Now: write a paragraph analysis of the author biography.
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. Who is Uhry?
2. What did you discover about him and this play?
3. Chracter descriptions?
4. What event opens the play? (Why?)
B. Prepositions Song:
1. Why ? How?
Aims: How do you analyze a play? What do you annotate?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Outside Reading: 5-15 minutes per night. Annotate for in-class essay. Due January 2017.
II. Tuesday, December 6, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: Create a character chart: name: descriptions (with page numbers), key events (page numbers).
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. How do we learn about character?
2. How do we understand the story?
a.) What is Freytag's Pyramid?
Aims: how do we annotate a play? What helps the reader to understand?
Why do we study literature?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Continue outside reading 5-15 minutes per night. Annotate as you read. Complete by January 2017 for in-class assignments.
III. Wednesday, December 7, 2016: TBD Writing Assignment!
Do Now: review Writing Assignment due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com:
A. Writing Assignment to be completed at home:
1. Close read and annotate the play DMD and the poem.
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Author's techniques?
2. Write a 4-5 paragraph essay that compares and contrast the 2.
3. Create and develop a thesis about the topic given.
4. Provide supporting evidence with specific quotes from the play and poem.
5. Be sure to write about both.
6. Edit your work.
7. Type your essay and submit to turnitin.com by 12/21/2016.
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. What is Daisy's reaction to her son's solution?
2. Why does she act this way?
3. What excuses does she use?
4. What does this show about her?
5. Describe Hoke.
6. How does he react to Daisy's behavior?
7. How is he a 'match' for Daisy?
Aims: understanding essay assignment. Understanding underlying emotions and the behaviors that mask them.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Close read and annotate play and poem and then write 4-5 paragraph essay, due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com.
Continue outside reading (and annotating) due January 2017 for in-class assignments.
IV. Thursday, December 8, 2016:
Do now: prepare for quiz.
A. DMD Quiz #1:
1. What is the setting?
2. Who are the main characters?
3. Why does the author begin his play with the specific event?
4. What is the relationship between the title characters in the beginning?
5. How does a playwright give instructions, descriptions, and explanations
throughout the play?
Extra Credit: What is the purpose of Freitag's Pyramid?
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: Group Work:
1. Choose a key scene to perform for the class.
a.) Who is in the scene?
b.) What happens?
c.) Follow stage directions.
d.) Why is this scene key? What does it show?
Aims: How do we learn about character? Understanding the play through
performance.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Work on close reading (annotate) of the play and poem. Work on the 4-5 paragraph essay, due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com. Continue outside reading and annotating due in January 2017 for in-class assignments.
V. Friday, December 9, 2016:
Do Now: close read article: author's purpose? author's techniques?
A. Article Analysis: FDR's "Four Freedoms"
1. What is the thesis of the article?
2. How does the reader understand the thesis?
3. How does this article relate to the play?
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: film: as you view this film note the
following in your notebooks or I-Pads:
1. How is the setting presented?
2. How does the play begin?
3. Characters?
Aims: learning about important concepts through a variety of methods. Comparing and contrasting the written word with the visual, what do you discover?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Work on essay due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com. Continue outside reading and annotating due in January 2017 for in-class assignments.
Any questions or concerns contact
[email protected] or
[email protected]
Do Now: write a paragraph analysis of the author biography.
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. Who is Uhry?
2. What did you discover about him and this play?
3. Chracter descriptions?
4. What event opens the play? (Why?)
B. Prepositions Song:
1. Why ? How?
Aims: How do you analyze a play? What do you annotate?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Outside Reading: 5-15 minutes per night. Annotate for in-class essay. Due January 2017.
II. Tuesday, December 6, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: Create a character chart: name: descriptions (with page numbers), key events (page numbers).
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. How do we learn about character?
2. How do we understand the story?
a.) What is Freytag's Pyramid?
Aims: how do we annotate a play? What helps the reader to understand?
Why do we study literature?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Continue outside reading 5-15 minutes per night. Annotate as you read. Complete by January 2017 for in-class assignments.
III. Wednesday, December 7, 2016: TBD Writing Assignment!
Do Now: review Writing Assignment due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com:
A. Writing Assignment to be completed at home:
1. Close read and annotate the play DMD and the poem.
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Author's techniques?
2. Write a 4-5 paragraph essay that compares and contrast the 2.
3. Create and develop a thesis about the topic given.
4. Provide supporting evidence with specific quotes from the play and poem.
5. Be sure to write about both.
6. Edit your work.
7. Type your essay and submit to turnitin.com by 12/21/2016.
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. What is Daisy's reaction to her son's solution?
2. Why does she act this way?
3. What excuses does she use?
4. What does this show about her?
5. Describe Hoke.
6. How does he react to Daisy's behavior?
7. How is he a 'match' for Daisy?
Aims: understanding essay assignment. Understanding underlying emotions and the behaviors that mask them.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Close read and annotate play and poem and then write 4-5 paragraph essay, due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com.
Continue outside reading (and annotating) due January 2017 for in-class assignments.
IV. Thursday, December 8, 2016:
Do now: prepare for quiz.
A. DMD Quiz #1:
1. What is the setting?
2. Who are the main characters?
3. Why does the author begin his play with the specific event?
4. What is the relationship between the title characters in the beginning?
5. How does a playwright give instructions, descriptions, and explanations
throughout the play?
Extra Credit: What is the purpose of Freitag's Pyramid?
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: Group Work:
1. Choose a key scene to perform for the class.
a.) Who is in the scene?
b.) What happens?
c.) Follow stage directions.
d.) Why is this scene key? What does it show?
Aims: How do we learn about character? Understanding the play through
performance.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Work on close reading (annotate) of the play and poem. Work on the 4-5 paragraph essay, due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com. Continue outside reading and annotating due in January 2017 for in-class assignments.
V. Friday, December 9, 2016:
Do Now: close read article: author's purpose? author's techniques?
A. Article Analysis: FDR's "Four Freedoms"
1. What is the thesis of the article?
2. How does the reader understand the thesis?
3. How does this article relate to the play?
B. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry: film: as you view this film note the
following in your notebooks or I-Pads:
1. How is the setting presented?
2. How does the play begin?
3. Characters?
Aims: learning about important concepts through a variety of methods. Comparing and contrasting the written word with the visual, what do you discover?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Work on essay due 12/21/2016 on turnitin.com. Continue outside reading and annotating due in January 2017 for in-class assignments.
Any questions or concerns contact
[email protected] or
[email protected]
I. Monday, November 28, 2016: Extra help after school in room 448.
Do Now: Complete review dittoes.
A. Review Grammar: definitions and examples:
1. Parts of Speech
2. Subject - verb agreement
3. Parts of a Setnence
4. Correcting sentence errors:
a.) fragments
b.) run-ons
5. Types of Sentences.
B. Review Poetry: definitions and characteristics-examples:
1. Narrative Poetry:
a.) Folk ballads
b.) Literary Ballads
2. Lyric Poetry:
a.) Sonnets: English and Italian
b.) Modern
Aims: How can we improve our writing? How can we improve our understanding of poetry?
HOMEWORK: study for tomorrow's (Tuesday, 11/29/30), grammar and poetry test. Flipbook projects are due Wednesday, 11/30/16.
Continue reading outside reading. Take notes. Title and author due on Friday, 12/2.
II. Tuesday, November 29, 2016: TEST TODAY ON GRAMMAR/POETRY!
Prepare for today's test:
1. Use blue or black ink pen.
2. Read all carefully and completely.
3. Use study skills to successfully complete the exam.
4. Do not leave any blanks.
5. Use/watch your time wisely.
6. Review your test.
7. When you have completed your test, write a reflection of the team building
exercises that we completed last Wednesday.
HOMEWORK: Flipbook project due in class tomorrow, 11/30. Continue outside reading. Take notes. Title and author due on Friday, 12/2.
III. Wednesday, November 30, 2016: Projects due today!
Do Now: Review your project.
Be prepared to share your projects with the class today:
What 3 facts did you learn from this project?
AIMS: How can reviewing and learning about grammar improve your writing?
What did you learn from the team-building exercises? How can this help you in the classroom? Why is it important to learn to work with a team successfully?
HOMEWORK: continue outside reading. Take notes. Title/author due 12/2.
IV. Thursday, December 1, 2016: New Unit Begins today: DMD by Uhry.
Do Now: In your notebook or on I-Pad: what does freedom mean to you? Explain and provide examples. Share with the class.
A. Exploring the many definitions and ways it is expressed.
1. Freedom as a group and individual.
2. What are symbols of freedom?
3. How are the feelings and meaning expressed?
4. Examining the history of freedom in the US.
B. Distribute new schedule and playbooks, Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.
1. Review new schedule.
2. Understanding assignments.
Aims: What does freedom mean to you and to our world? Understanding an important concept of the DMD.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Continue outside reading and taking notes. Title and author are due tomorrow, 12/2.
V. Friday, December 2, 2016: Title/author of outside reading due today!
Do Now: What is the setting of this play? Who are the major characters? Describe them. How does the play open? Why does the author do this?
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. What was the south like during 1950 - 1970?
2. Setting?
3. Character?
4. Opening scene-purpose?
B. Who is Alfred Uhry?
1. Close read the article.
2. Influences?
Aims: How do you read and analyze a play?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule.
Continue reading and annotating outside reading.
ANY QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS?
Contact
[email protected] or [email protected]
Do Now: Complete review dittoes.
A. Review Grammar: definitions and examples:
1. Parts of Speech
2. Subject - verb agreement
3. Parts of a Setnence
4. Correcting sentence errors:
a.) fragments
b.) run-ons
5. Types of Sentences.
B. Review Poetry: definitions and characteristics-examples:
1. Narrative Poetry:
a.) Folk ballads
b.) Literary Ballads
2. Lyric Poetry:
a.) Sonnets: English and Italian
b.) Modern
Aims: How can we improve our writing? How can we improve our understanding of poetry?
HOMEWORK: study for tomorrow's (Tuesday, 11/29/30), grammar and poetry test. Flipbook projects are due Wednesday, 11/30/16.
Continue reading outside reading. Take notes. Title and author due on Friday, 12/2.
II. Tuesday, November 29, 2016: TEST TODAY ON GRAMMAR/POETRY!
Prepare for today's test:
1. Use blue or black ink pen.
2. Read all carefully and completely.
3. Use study skills to successfully complete the exam.
4. Do not leave any blanks.
5. Use/watch your time wisely.
6. Review your test.
7. When you have completed your test, write a reflection of the team building
exercises that we completed last Wednesday.
HOMEWORK: Flipbook project due in class tomorrow, 11/30. Continue outside reading. Take notes. Title and author due on Friday, 12/2.
III. Wednesday, November 30, 2016: Projects due today!
Do Now: Review your project.
Be prepared to share your projects with the class today:
What 3 facts did you learn from this project?
AIMS: How can reviewing and learning about grammar improve your writing?
What did you learn from the team-building exercises? How can this help you in the classroom? Why is it important to learn to work with a team successfully?
HOMEWORK: continue outside reading. Take notes. Title/author due 12/2.
IV. Thursday, December 1, 2016: New Unit Begins today: DMD by Uhry.
Do Now: In your notebook or on I-Pad: what does freedom mean to you? Explain and provide examples. Share with the class.
A. Exploring the many definitions and ways it is expressed.
1. Freedom as a group and individual.
2. What are symbols of freedom?
3. How are the feelings and meaning expressed?
4. Examining the history of freedom in the US.
B. Distribute new schedule and playbooks, Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.
1. Review new schedule.
2. Understanding assignments.
Aims: What does freedom mean to you and to our world? Understanding an important concept of the DMD.
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule. Continue outside reading and taking notes. Title and author are due tomorrow, 12/2.
V. Friday, December 2, 2016: Title/author of outside reading due today!
Do Now: What is the setting of this play? Who are the major characters? Describe them. How does the play open? Why does the author do this?
A. Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry:
1. What was the south like during 1950 - 1970?
2. Setting?
3. Character?
4. Opening scene-purpose?
B. Who is Alfred Uhry?
1. Close read the article.
2. Influences?
Aims: How do you read and analyze a play?
HOMEWORK: follow DMD schedule.
Continue reading and annotating outside reading.
ANY QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS?
Contact
[email protected] or [email protected]
I. Monday, November 21, 2016: Go directly to library classroom tomorrow!
Book Survey-TBCollected!
Do Now: Write definitions and characteristics of:
Narrative Poetry: folk ballads and literary ballads.
Lyric Poetry: English and Italian Sonnets and modern lyric.
A. Poetry Unit: Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening"
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to "Barter" by Teasdale.
4. Why are these 2 poems often paired together?
B. Grammar Unit:
1. Review parts of speech
2. Subject-verb agreement
3. Parts of a sentence
4. Editing sentence errors: fragments and run-ons
5. Types of sentences
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What is enough analysis? Understanding grammar to improve writing.
HOMEWORK: Study for Poetry and Grammar test on 11/29.
Work on project due 11/30. Read 5 -15 minutes per night.
II. Tuesday, November 22, 2016: Library classroom today!
Do Now: Review Outside reading Assignment.
A. Book talk by librarians:
1. What was the last book that you read and enjoyed? Why?
2. How can reading help you to reduce stress?
Aims: Looking for a book for the outside reading assignment. Understanding the outside reading assignment.
HOMEWORK: Study for Grammar/Poetry test on 11/29/2016. Work on flipbook project. Read 5-15 minutes per night.
III. Wednesday, November 23, 2016:
Go to the East Gym and lock your belongings in your lockers.
Make sure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are also warm.
Team building exercises today!
HOMEWORK: Study for test on 11/29. Flipbook project is due 11/30. Read outside reading book. Finalize book by 12/3.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Book Survey-TBCollected!
Do Now: Write definitions and characteristics of:
Narrative Poetry: folk ballads and literary ballads.
Lyric Poetry: English and Italian Sonnets and modern lyric.
A. Poetry Unit: Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening"
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to "Barter" by Teasdale.
4. Why are these 2 poems often paired together?
B. Grammar Unit:
1. Review parts of speech
2. Subject-verb agreement
3. Parts of a sentence
4. Editing sentence errors: fragments and run-ons
5. Types of sentences
Aims: How do you analyze poetry? What is enough analysis? Understanding grammar to improve writing.
HOMEWORK: Study for Poetry and Grammar test on 11/29.
Work on project due 11/30. Read 5 -15 minutes per night.
II. Tuesday, November 22, 2016: Library classroom today!
Do Now: Review Outside reading Assignment.
A. Book talk by librarians:
1. What was the last book that you read and enjoyed? Why?
2. How can reading help you to reduce stress?
Aims: Looking for a book for the outside reading assignment. Understanding the outside reading assignment.
HOMEWORK: Study for Grammar/Poetry test on 11/29/2016. Work on flipbook project. Read 5-15 minutes per night.
III. Wednesday, November 23, 2016:
Go to the East Gym and lock your belongings in your lockers.
Make sure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are also warm.
Team building exercises today!
HOMEWORK: Study for test on 11/29. Flipbook project is due 11/30. Read outside reading book. Finalize book by 12/3.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
I. Monday, November 14, 2016:
Do now: With your group, review Billy Collins's poem "An Introduction to Poetry" using the ditto.
A. Poetry: how do you read and understand poetry? [Ditto]
1. "An Introduction to Poetry" by Collins
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
2. "The Unquiet Grave"
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
3. "Get Up and Bar the Door"
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
Aims: what are the steps to reading and understanding poetry? What should we avoid?
HOMEWORK: Compare and contrast "The Unquiet Grave" and "Get Up and Bar the Door" Similarities? Differences? Read 5-10 minutes tonight.
II. Tuesday, November 15, 2016:
Do Now: With your group each student should make a t-chart comparing and
contrasting the 2 poems, "The Unquiet Grave" and "Get Up and Bar the Door."
A. Poetry:
1. What kind of poem are these 2?
2. Similarities?
3. Differences?
4. What are the characteristics of this type of poem?
B. Grammar:
1. What are the different parts of speech?
a.) Review packet pages.
b.) Work on your flipboard projects. [See Google classroom for structure.]
Aims: how do we understand poetry? Reviewing the parts of speech.
HOMEWORK: close read "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. READ 5-15 min.
III. Wednesday, November 16, 2016:
Do Now: With your group review Randall's poem.
A. Poetry:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to the 2 ballads:
a.) Similarities?
b.) Differences?
B. Grammar:
1. Review packet sheets: what is subject-verb agreement?
2. Work on flipboard projects. [See Google classroom for structure.]
Aims: what is the purpose of poetry? of ballads? What are the parts of speech?
HOMEWORK: complete pages 7-8 of grammar packet. Work on project. Read!
IV. Thursday, November 17, 2016:
Do Now: with your group, close read the sonnet from Romeo and Juliet.
A. Poetry:
1. What is author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. What kind of poem is this?
a.) definition?
b.) characteristics?
B. Grammar:
1. What is subject-verb agreement?
2. What are the parts of sentences?
a.) How do you correct fragments?
b.) How do you correct run-on sentences?
Aims: What is a sonnet? Types? Characteristics? Reviewing s-v agreement and the parts of sentences.
HOMEWORK: complete pages 9-10 in the grammar packet. Work on project. Read 5- 15 minutes per night.
V. Friday, November 18, 2016:
Grammar Quiz:
Directions: Identify the words underlined.
1. Today, I will wear my blue shirt. ____________________
2. You may practice your grammar online. ___________
3. If we finish our work quickly, we can go to the
movies. ________________________________________________
4. In order to do well on the test, you must study
and be prepared. ____________________________________
5. We can't go to the store now. ___________________
Extra credit: Is this a complete sentence below*?
(If not, correct.)
*Go to the library for a book we will find one in the bookstore.
A. Poetry: with your group close read "The Sonnet" by Rossetti:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to Shakespeare's from Romeo and Juliet.
3. Complete chart #2.
4. Review chart.
Aims: how do we understand poetry? What does poetry reveal to us?
HOMEWORK: close read "Barter" by Teasdale. Work on project.
Read 5 -15 minutes per night.
ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS? CONTACT [email protected] OR
[email protected].
Do now: With your group, review Billy Collins's poem "An Introduction to Poetry" using the ditto.
A. Poetry: how do you read and understand poetry? [Ditto]
1. "An Introduction to Poetry" by Collins
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
2. "The Unquiet Grave"
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
3. "Get Up and Bar the Door"
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
Aims: what are the steps to reading and understanding poetry? What should we avoid?
HOMEWORK: Compare and contrast "The Unquiet Grave" and "Get Up and Bar the Door" Similarities? Differences? Read 5-10 minutes tonight.
II. Tuesday, November 15, 2016:
Do Now: With your group each student should make a t-chart comparing and
contrasting the 2 poems, "The Unquiet Grave" and "Get Up and Bar the Door."
A. Poetry:
1. What kind of poem are these 2?
2. Similarities?
3. Differences?
4. What are the characteristics of this type of poem?
B. Grammar:
1. What are the different parts of speech?
a.) Review packet pages.
b.) Work on your flipboard projects. [See Google classroom for structure.]
Aims: how do we understand poetry? Reviewing the parts of speech.
HOMEWORK: close read "The Ballad of Birmingham" by Randall. READ 5-15 min.
III. Wednesday, November 16, 2016:
Do Now: With your group review Randall's poem.
A. Poetry:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to the 2 ballads:
a.) Similarities?
b.) Differences?
B. Grammar:
1. Review packet sheets: what is subject-verb agreement?
2. Work on flipboard projects. [See Google classroom for structure.]
Aims: what is the purpose of poetry? of ballads? What are the parts of speech?
HOMEWORK: complete pages 7-8 of grammar packet. Work on project. Read!
IV. Thursday, November 17, 2016:
Do Now: with your group, close read the sonnet from Romeo and Juliet.
A. Poetry:
1. What is author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. What kind of poem is this?
a.) definition?
b.) characteristics?
B. Grammar:
1. What is subject-verb agreement?
2. What are the parts of sentences?
a.) How do you correct fragments?
b.) How do you correct run-on sentences?
Aims: What is a sonnet? Types? Characteristics? Reviewing s-v agreement and the parts of sentences.
HOMEWORK: complete pages 9-10 in the grammar packet. Work on project. Read 5- 15 minutes per night.
V. Friday, November 18, 2016:
Grammar Quiz:
Directions: Identify the words underlined.
1. Today, I will wear my blue shirt. ____________________
2. You may practice your grammar online. ___________
3. If we finish our work quickly, we can go to the
movies. ________________________________________________
4. In order to do well on the test, you must study
and be prepared. ____________________________________
5. We can't go to the store now. ___________________
Extra credit: Is this a complete sentence below*?
(If not, correct.)
*Go to the library for a book we will find one in the bookstore.
A. Poetry: with your group close read "The Sonnet" by Rossetti:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
3. Compare and contrast to Shakespeare's from Romeo and Juliet.
3. Complete chart #2.
4. Review chart.
Aims: how do we understand poetry? What does poetry reveal to us?
HOMEWORK: close read "Barter" by Teasdale. Work on project.
Read 5 -15 minutes per night.
ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS? CONTACT [email protected] OR
[email protected].
I. Monday, November 7, 2016: NEW UNIT (Grammar and Poetry) STARTS TODAY!
Do Now: take a copy of the new unit schedule and review and plan. Highlight important assessment dates.
A. Time Management Skills:
1. How do you juggle your school work and other activities?
2. How do you plan out your homework?
a.) Nightly?
b.) Before deadlines?
c.) By priority: base on penalty? difficulty?
3. Are you successful? Happy with your plan?
4. Fill out monthly planner.
a.) By color? highlighter?
b.) top/bottom of the day box?
5. Try different techniques to see which works best for you for a period of
time.
6. Be flexible and adjust for unforeseen/unplanned changes.
B. Grammar Packet:(TBD-number pages): Group work: what do you do?
1. Review schedule for both in class and home. [Model activities.]
2. Source materials: Text book in class and Owl Purdue online site.
3. Discussing the importance of teamwork in successfully completing
grammar packet and flipbook project.
4. Group work will be monitored.
5. Part of the class time will be on grammar and the other part, poetry.
6. The packets will be reviewed in part of whole, but students must speak up
on any confusing or difficult sections, so extra lessons/time can be used.
7. Be flexible and adjust to any unforeseen or unexpected changes.
8. What does Part of Speech mean?
9. How do you find out part of speech of the word?
1. Dictionary, textbook, Owl Purdue.......
Aims: practicing and improving time management skills and reviewing
grammar topics.
HOMEWORK: follow grammar/poetry schedule: complete pages 1 and 2 of the Grammar Packet. Rewrite Argument essay? Lightsail: Read 10-15minutes.
II. Tuesday, November 8, 2016: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MRS. GATTO!:)
NO CLASSES FOR STUDENTS TODAY! Who would YOU vote for???
HOMEWORK: follow grammar/poetry schedule: complete pages 1 and 2 of the Grammar Packet. Rewrite Argument Essay?
LIGHTSAIL: Read 10-15 minutes nightly, if possible.
III. Wednesday, November 9, 2016:
Do Now: Group work: work on index cards for Flipbook project.
A. Grammar Packet: any questions or concerns?
1. Review Grammar Packet ages 1 and 2.
2. Review index card information on Parts of Speech:
definitions and examples.
B. Poetry Packets: (TBD--number pages) Close read first poem.
1. What is poetry?
2. How do we close read?
3. What do we annotate:
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Author's techniques?
Aims: How can we improve our writing, comprehension, and literary analysis skills?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: complete page 3 of the Grammar Packet.
Close read the poem "The Unquiet Grave." Argument Essay rewrite? Read 10 -15 minutes nightly, if possible.
IV. Thursday, November 10, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: index cards for Flipbook.
A. Grammar Packet:
1. Review page 3.
2. Index cards
3. what does subject-verb agreement mean?
4. How is it determined?
B. Poetry Packet:
1. "The Unquiet Grave":
a.) Author's name?
b.) Author's purpose?
c.) Author's Techniques?
d.) What type of poem is this? Why?
Aims: How does understanding grammar help us? What does poetry reveal?
How can we understand poetry?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: complete Grammar Packet pages 5-6. Close read the poem, "Get Up and Bar the Door." Read 10-15 minutes nightly, if possible.
V. Friday, November 11, 2016:
NO SCHOOL: VETERAN'S DAY TODAY! Can you explain the holiday?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: See Thursday, 11/10 [above].
If you have trouble with any homework assignment, please email the teacher, so we can help with additional lessons in class.
Contact us at [email protected] OR [email protected]
Do Now: take a copy of the new unit schedule and review and plan. Highlight important assessment dates.
A. Time Management Skills:
1. How do you juggle your school work and other activities?
2. How do you plan out your homework?
a.) Nightly?
b.) Before deadlines?
c.) By priority: base on penalty? difficulty?
3. Are you successful? Happy with your plan?
4. Fill out monthly planner.
a.) By color? highlighter?
b.) top/bottom of the day box?
5. Try different techniques to see which works best for you for a period of
time.
6. Be flexible and adjust for unforeseen/unplanned changes.
B. Grammar Packet:(TBD-number pages): Group work: what do you do?
1. Review schedule for both in class and home. [Model activities.]
2. Source materials: Text book in class and Owl Purdue online site.
3. Discussing the importance of teamwork in successfully completing
grammar packet and flipbook project.
4. Group work will be monitored.
5. Part of the class time will be on grammar and the other part, poetry.
6. The packets will be reviewed in part of whole, but students must speak up
on any confusing or difficult sections, so extra lessons/time can be used.
7. Be flexible and adjust to any unforeseen or unexpected changes.
8. What does Part of Speech mean?
9. How do you find out part of speech of the word?
1. Dictionary, textbook, Owl Purdue.......
Aims: practicing and improving time management skills and reviewing
grammar topics.
HOMEWORK: follow grammar/poetry schedule: complete pages 1 and 2 of the Grammar Packet. Rewrite Argument essay? Lightsail: Read 10-15minutes.
II. Tuesday, November 8, 2016: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MRS. GATTO!:)
NO CLASSES FOR STUDENTS TODAY! Who would YOU vote for???
HOMEWORK: follow grammar/poetry schedule: complete pages 1 and 2 of the Grammar Packet. Rewrite Argument Essay?
LIGHTSAIL: Read 10-15 minutes nightly, if possible.
III. Wednesday, November 9, 2016:
Do Now: Group work: work on index cards for Flipbook project.
A. Grammar Packet: any questions or concerns?
1. Review Grammar Packet ages 1 and 2.
2. Review index card information on Parts of Speech:
definitions and examples.
B. Poetry Packets: (TBD--number pages) Close read first poem.
1. What is poetry?
2. How do we close read?
3. What do we annotate:
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Author's techniques?
Aims: How can we improve our writing, comprehension, and literary analysis skills?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: complete page 3 of the Grammar Packet.
Close read the poem "The Unquiet Grave." Argument Essay rewrite? Read 10 -15 minutes nightly, if possible.
IV. Thursday, November 10, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: index cards for Flipbook.
A. Grammar Packet:
1. Review page 3.
2. Index cards
3. what does subject-verb agreement mean?
4. How is it determined?
B. Poetry Packet:
1. "The Unquiet Grave":
a.) Author's name?
b.) Author's purpose?
c.) Author's Techniques?
d.) What type of poem is this? Why?
Aims: How does understanding grammar help us? What does poetry reveal?
How can we understand poetry?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: complete Grammar Packet pages 5-6. Close read the poem, "Get Up and Bar the Door." Read 10-15 minutes nightly, if possible.
V. Friday, November 11, 2016:
NO SCHOOL: VETERAN'S DAY TODAY! Can you explain the holiday?
HOMEWORK: follow schedule: See Thursday, 11/10 [above].
If you have trouble with any homework assignment, please email the teacher, so we can help with additional lessons in class.
Contact us at [email protected] OR [email protected]
SEE GOOGLE CLASSROOM FOR UPDATED MATERIALS!
Materials for Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde:
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Schedule
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Background Information
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde novella
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde audio
Dr. J & H vocabulary:
Vocabulary #1
Vocabulary #2 This is NOW due on Thursday, 10/13/16.
Vocabulary #3
Vocabulary #4
Dr. J & H Study Guide Questions
Quiz #1 on Chapters 1 and 2 is due tomorrow.
J & H project and rubric.
[A copy of the novella has been placed on LIGHTSAIL]
HAVE YOU COMPLETED THE REVIEW SHEETS TO HELP YOU STUDY:
CHAPTER QUIZZES? VOCABULARY MATCHING DITTOS? QUOTE SHEET?
THEMATIC PARAGRAPH?
Many students have fallen behind on their homework assignments. In order for the class lessons to help your comprehension, you must first close read, annotate the novella, and complete the vocabulary and SGQ!
***ALL THIS WEEK: OCTOBER 17 through OCTOBER 21, 2016: ARGUMENT ESSAY:
We will be working on the Part 2 of the CC Regents Essay in class only.
YOU will continue to work on The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and bring the materials (and I-Pad) to class in case you finish the essay early.
Be sure to make a writing conference appointment by the end of this week!:)
PLEASE REMEMBER YOUR WRITING CONFERENCE!!!
YOUR ESSAY REWRITE IS DUE ONE WEEK FROM YOUR APPOINTMENT!
I. Monday, October 31, 2016: HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Extra help after school today!
Do Now: complete literary elements chart for the novella.
A. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by R L Stevenson:
1. Why does Poole want Utterson to come to Jekyll's house?
2. After breaking down the door, what do they discover?
3. What do the letters reveal?
B. Review for the test:
1. Vocabulary
2. SGQ
3. Worksheets
4. Quizzes
Aims: What is the author's purpose? What techniques does he use to help the reader understand that purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test tomorrow and project on Wednesday, 11/2. Argument essay rewrite?
II. Tuesday, November 1, 2016: Test today!
Prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only blue or black ink.
3. Read over the test very carefully!
4. Complete ALL questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely.
6. Raise your hand to ask questions.
7. Check over all parts of the test.
Aims: to assess student's knowledge and understanding of analysis.
HOMEWORK: complete and prepare for project presentation tomorrow, 11/2.
Check materials and rubric. Argument essay rewrite?
III. Wednesday, November 2, 2016: Projects due today!
Do now: prepare for project presentations. Review rubric for peer grading!
A. J & H Project and rubric:
1. What is the purpose of the project?
2. What will you be looking for as your grade your peers?
Aims: How is this project connected to our study of Stevenson's novella?
How is this related to our world?
HOMEWORK: catch up on your outside reading on LIGHTSAIL! You must be finished by November 7! Argument Essay rewrite?
IV. Thursday, November 3, 2016: Putting it altogether!
Do Now: Complete the reading analysis assignment. Follow the directions. TBC!
A. Understanding and reviewing the skills from this unit:
1. What should you do for a writing literary analysis?
2. What are the skills that you need to successfully complete this?
B. Close read the poem:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
Aims: reflecting and reviewing the information and skills from this unit.
HOMEWORK: read 10-15 minutes nightly. Argument Essay rewrite?
V. Friday, November 4, 2016: New unit today!
Do Now: Close read the ditto and complete the multiple choice questions>
A. Grammar and Poetry Unit:
1. Review schedule and assignments.
2. With a partner work on the grammar packet: read aloud, take notes.
3. Write definitions and examples.
[End project will be your creating your own flip chart.]
Aims: reviewing and improving grammar and writing through exercises and
definitions.
HOMEWORK: read 10-15 minutes nightly on outside reading.
Argument Essay rewrite?
Do Now: complete literary elements chart for the novella.
A. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by R L Stevenson:
1. Why does Poole want Utterson to come to Jekyll's house?
2. After breaking down the door, what do they discover?
3. What do the letters reveal?
B. Review for the test:
1. Vocabulary
2. SGQ
3. Worksheets
4. Quizzes
Aims: What is the author's purpose? What techniques does he use to help the reader understand that purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test tomorrow and project on Wednesday, 11/2. Argument essay rewrite?
II. Tuesday, November 1, 2016: Test today!
Prepare for today's test:
1. Clear your desk of everything.
2. Use only blue or black ink.
3. Read over the test very carefully!
4. Complete ALL questions.
5. Watch and use your time wisely.
6. Raise your hand to ask questions.
7. Check over all parts of the test.
Aims: to assess student's knowledge and understanding of analysis.
HOMEWORK: complete and prepare for project presentation tomorrow, 11/2.
Check materials and rubric. Argument essay rewrite?
III. Wednesday, November 2, 2016: Projects due today!
Do now: prepare for project presentations. Review rubric for peer grading!
A. J & H Project and rubric:
1. What is the purpose of the project?
2. What will you be looking for as your grade your peers?
Aims: How is this project connected to our study of Stevenson's novella?
How is this related to our world?
HOMEWORK: catch up on your outside reading on LIGHTSAIL! You must be finished by November 7! Argument Essay rewrite?
IV. Thursday, November 3, 2016: Putting it altogether!
Do Now: Complete the reading analysis assignment. Follow the directions. TBC!
A. Understanding and reviewing the skills from this unit:
1. What should you do for a writing literary analysis?
2. What are the skills that you need to successfully complete this?
B. Close read the poem:
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques?
Aims: reflecting and reviewing the information and skills from this unit.
HOMEWORK: read 10-15 minutes nightly. Argument Essay rewrite?
V. Friday, November 4, 2016: New unit today!
Do Now: Close read the ditto and complete the multiple choice questions>
A. Grammar and Poetry Unit:
1. Review schedule and assignments.
2. With a partner work on the grammar packet: read aloud, take notes.
3. Write definitions and examples.
[End project will be your creating your own flip chart.]
Aims: reviewing and improving grammar and writing through exercises and
definitions.
HOMEWORK: read 10-15 minutes nightly on outside reading.
Argument Essay rewrite?
I. Monday, October 24, 2016: Last day to complete in-class essay!
TBD: take home quiz!
Do Now: Finish and edit Argument Essay. If you don't finish in class, you may finish during free periods or before or after school.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Use checklist from question sheet to guide you as you edit your essay.
2. Have you included:
a.) Strong claim or position (thesis) statement?
b.) 3 reasons from the texts?
c) Provided strong supportive evidence from at least 3 out of the 4 texts?
d.) Counter-claim as another way to convince the reader?
e.) Concluding paragraph that re-states in a different way you claim,
reasons, counter-claim as well as a lesson for the reader?
3. Make sure that you stick to the 4 texts provided and do not use
information not included in these texts.
4. Check spelling, grammar, verb tense, sentence structure.
B. When you are finished with your argument essay and have submitted it:
1. Work on Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by completing a chapter by chapter
analysis using literary elements.
2. Complete assignments> see schedule!
Aims: What must YOU DO to write a persuasive argument essay?
How do you analyze a novella?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule. Complete take home quiz tonight, due tomorrow. Test is 11/1!
II. Tuesday, October 25, 2016: TBC: Take-home quiz!
Do Now: take project information and read over. Complete chapter by chapter analysis using literary elements.
A. The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Review chapters 1 and 2:
a.) Why does the reader see the story through Utterson?
b.) What literary elements are key to understanding the plot?
2. Chapters 3-6: what do we learn about:
a.) characters?
b.) setting?
c.) mood?
d.) plot?
Aims: Analyzing fiction: what do you annotate? How does this help your
comprehension?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test on 11/1 and project 11/2!
III. Wednesday, October 26, 2016:
Do Now: complete chapter by chapter analysis. Finish for homework!
A. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by R.L. Stevenson: chapters 6-7-8
1. What initially disturbs Utterson?
2. How does Jekyll use Utterson---what does he ask him to do?
3. What is the strain on the friendship of all 3 school mates?
4. What do the chapter titles reveal to the reader?
5. What is the mood? How is it shown?
Aims: How do the author's techniques reveal his purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test is 11/1 and project is due 11/2!
IV. Thursday, October 27, 2016:
Do Now: pick up and complete analysis assignment. Close read and annotate the passage from J & H. Then write a 2 paragraph analysis JUST ON THIS PASSAGE! What is the author's purpose in just this passage? What are 1-2 techniques that the author uses to get us to understand this purpose? Be sure to create a clear thesis statement, provide specific evidence from the passage (USE QUOTES!).
A. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: chapters 9 -10.
1. What happens to the 3 friends?
2. Who tries to save Jekyll?
3. What WAS Jekyll doing?
4. Who is Hyde?
5. What is Stevenson trying to teach/show us through his story?
Aims: what is the theme of the novella? How does the reader understand this
theme?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule. Test is 11/1 and project is due 11/2!
V. Friday, October 26, 2016:
Do Now: Complete review sheets.
A. Dr. J & H by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Review literary elements chart.
2. Review SGQs.
3. Review vocabulary homework.
4. Test format???
Aims: understanding author's purpose and techniques.
How do you prepare for tests?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test is on 11/1 and project is due 11/2.
TBD: take home quiz!
Do Now: Finish and edit Argument Essay. If you don't finish in class, you may finish during free periods or before or after school.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Use checklist from question sheet to guide you as you edit your essay.
2. Have you included:
a.) Strong claim or position (thesis) statement?
b.) 3 reasons from the texts?
c) Provided strong supportive evidence from at least 3 out of the 4 texts?
d.) Counter-claim as another way to convince the reader?
e.) Concluding paragraph that re-states in a different way you claim,
reasons, counter-claim as well as a lesson for the reader?
3. Make sure that you stick to the 4 texts provided and do not use
information not included in these texts.
4. Check spelling, grammar, verb tense, sentence structure.
B. When you are finished with your argument essay and have submitted it:
1. Work on Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by completing a chapter by chapter
analysis using literary elements.
2. Complete assignments> see schedule!
Aims: What must YOU DO to write a persuasive argument essay?
How do you analyze a novella?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule. Complete take home quiz tonight, due tomorrow. Test is 11/1!
II. Tuesday, October 25, 2016: TBC: Take-home quiz!
Do Now: take project information and read over. Complete chapter by chapter analysis using literary elements.
A. The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Review chapters 1 and 2:
a.) Why does the reader see the story through Utterson?
b.) What literary elements are key to understanding the plot?
2. Chapters 3-6: what do we learn about:
a.) characters?
b.) setting?
c.) mood?
d.) plot?
Aims: Analyzing fiction: what do you annotate? How does this help your
comprehension?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test on 11/1 and project 11/2!
III. Wednesday, October 26, 2016:
Do Now: complete chapter by chapter analysis. Finish for homework!
A. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by R.L. Stevenson: chapters 6-7-8
1. What initially disturbs Utterson?
2. How does Jekyll use Utterson---what does he ask him to do?
3. What is the strain on the friendship of all 3 school mates?
4. What do the chapter titles reveal to the reader?
5. What is the mood? How is it shown?
Aims: How do the author's techniques reveal his purpose?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test is 11/1 and project is due 11/2!
IV. Thursday, October 27, 2016:
Do Now: pick up and complete analysis assignment. Close read and annotate the passage from J & H. Then write a 2 paragraph analysis JUST ON THIS PASSAGE! What is the author's purpose in just this passage? What are 1-2 techniques that the author uses to get us to understand this purpose? Be sure to create a clear thesis statement, provide specific evidence from the passage (USE QUOTES!).
A. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: chapters 9 -10.
1. What happens to the 3 friends?
2. Who tries to save Jekyll?
3. What WAS Jekyll doing?
4. Who is Hyde?
5. What is Stevenson trying to teach/show us through his story?
Aims: what is the theme of the novella? How does the reader understand this
theme?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule. Test is 11/1 and project is due 11/2!
V. Friday, October 26, 2016:
Do Now: Complete review sheets.
A. Dr. J & H by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Review literary elements chart.
2. Review SGQs.
3. Review vocabulary homework.
4. Test format???
Aims: understanding author's purpose and techniques.
How do you prepare for tests?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule: test is on 11/1 and project is due 11/2.
I. Monday, October 17, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #1
Do Now: What is a successful argument?
[Think about our group work on the question of scientific experimentation!]
A. Argument Essay:
1. Purpose?
2. Steps:
a.) What is your position (Claim) statement?
[Are you for or against the stated issue?]
b.) What are your 3 reasons?
[Be sure to have evidence to support each reason.]
c.) What is your counter-claim? [Refuting the other side's position.]
d.) What is your last point to REALLY convince the reader?
3. Read and annotate texts...complete Pro/Con Chart.
[Include text number and line numbers.....Text 2, 5-8]
a.) Start the first text together. [THINK CLOSE READING!]
b.) Students complete reading, annotating, and filling in the charts.
Aims: What is the purpose of an argument essay? How can you use research materials to create and develop a strong thesis (position statement) with reasons, supporting evidence and a counter-claim?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
II. Tuesday, October 18, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #2:
Do Now: Pick up your materials to complete reading, annotating,filling in chart.
A. Argument Essay:
1. What is your thesis or position (claim) statement?
2. What are your 3 reasons?
3. What evidence for each reason will you use as support? [Citation?]
B. Students complete reading, annotating, and filling in the chart.
[Don't forget to give text, line numbers.]
Aims: Crafting a strong argument from research materials after first analyzing
the texts.
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
III. Wednesday, October 19, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #3:
MAKE A WRITING CONFERENCE APPOINTMENT YET?
Do Now: Pick up essay materials and complete Essay Organizer,
"Building an Argument."
A. Argument Essay:
1. What are the parts of an argument essay?
a.) Introduction: what is your position statement and reasons?
b.) Body Paragraphs: why 4 paragraphs?
c.) Conclusion: your last chance to convince or persuade your reader!
Aims: What are the parts of a successful argument essay?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
IV. Thursday, October 20, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #4:
MAKE A WRITING CONFERENCE APPOINTMENT YET?
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials and review essay outline.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Writing the essay:
a.) Include all parts.
b.) Check Outline ditto.
c.) Review checklist provide at the bottom of the question sheet.
2. Editing the essay: what should you do?
B. Students should continue to write the essay.
Aims: constructing a successful argument essay in order to convince the reader!
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
V. Friday, October 21, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #5: Final Day!!!:)
Did you make a writing conference appointment YET???
Do Now: Pick up essay materials and complete writing and editing your essay.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Review and edit:
a.) Are all parts included?
b.) Have you checked grammar, spelling and word choice? [verb tense?]
c.) Have you fulfilled the purpose of this essay?
Aims: How do write a successful argument essay? How do you edit?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
Do Now: What is a successful argument?
[Think about our group work on the question of scientific experimentation!]
A. Argument Essay:
1. Purpose?
2. Steps:
a.) What is your position (Claim) statement?
[Are you for or against the stated issue?]
b.) What are your 3 reasons?
[Be sure to have evidence to support each reason.]
c.) What is your counter-claim? [Refuting the other side's position.]
d.) What is your last point to REALLY convince the reader?
3. Read and annotate texts...complete Pro/Con Chart.
[Include text number and line numbers.....Text 2, 5-8]
a.) Start the first text together. [THINK CLOSE READING!]
b.) Students complete reading, annotating, and filling in the charts.
Aims: What is the purpose of an argument essay? How can you use research materials to create and develop a strong thesis (position statement) with reasons, supporting evidence and a counter-claim?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
II. Tuesday, October 18, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #2:
Do Now: Pick up your materials to complete reading, annotating,filling in chart.
A. Argument Essay:
1. What is your thesis or position (claim) statement?
2. What are your 3 reasons?
3. What evidence for each reason will you use as support? [Citation?]
B. Students complete reading, annotating, and filling in the chart.
[Don't forget to give text, line numbers.]
Aims: Crafting a strong argument from research materials after first analyzing
the texts.
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
III. Wednesday, October 19, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #3:
MAKE A WRITING CONFERENCE APPOINTMENT YET?
Do Now: Pick up essay materials and complete Essay Organizer,
"Building an Argument."
A. Argument Essay:
1. What are the parts of an argument essay?
a.) Introduction: what is your position statement and reasons?
b.) Body Paragraphs: why 4 paragraphs?
c.) Conclusion: your last chance to convince or persuade your reader!
Aims: What are the parts of a successful argument essay?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
IV. Thursday, October 20, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #4:
MAKE A WRITING CONFERENCE APPOINTMENT YET?
Do Now: Pick up your essay materials and review essay outline.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Writing the essay:
a.) Include all parts.
b.) Check Outline ditto.
c.) Review checklist provide at the bottom of the question sheet.
2. Editing the essay: what should you do?
B. Students should continue to write the essay.
Aims: constructing a successful argument essay in order to convince the reader!
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
V. Friday, October 21, 2016: Argument Essay: Day #5: Final Day!!!:)
Did you make a writing conference appointment YET???
Do Now: Pick up essay materials and complete writing and editing your essay.
A. Argument Essay:
1. Review and edit:
a.) Are all parts included?
b.) Have you checked grammar, spelling and word choice? [verb tense?]
c.) Have you fulfilled the purpose of this essay?
Aims: How do write a successful argument essay? How do you edit?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
I. Tuesday, October 11, 2016:
Do Now: answer the following review questions:
1. What did we learn from the argument lesson?
2. What is the argument format?
3. What did we learn about research?
4. What did we learn about scientific experimentation?
A. As we listen to a reading of the first 2 chapters from Youtube,
keep these questions in mind:
1. What is the setting?
2. Describe the protagonist?
3. Why does the reader see the story through his eyes?
4. Who is Richard Engfield?
5. What is the relationship between Richard and the protagonist?
6. Why does the story begin at the door?
7. What is the mystery?
Aims: reviewing the argument format and one of the important concept from the novella. Reading and annotating literary elements.
HOMEWORK: follow Dr. J & Mr. H schedule.
II. Thursday, October 13, 2016: Vocabulary due today!
Do Now: Group work: prepare to enact the scene where we first meet Hyde.
1. What is the reaction everyone has when first seeing Hyde?
2. Why?
A. As we continue to listen to the novella, how does the story unfold?
1. Remember the parts of the story structure (Freitag's Pyramid)?
2. Continue reading and annotating.
Aims: developing a complete comprehension of the novella. What do you annotate as you read?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
III. Friday, October 14, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: making predictions: what does your group predict?
A. Students take parts to read: practicing speaking skills:
1. Read with emphasis.
2. Read with volume.
3. Read with proper pacing.
4. Use punctuation to guide you.
B. As we read, note the following:
1. How is the mood created?
2. Author's purpose?
3. Techniques?
Aims: practicing speaking skills and understanding the many ways to create mood.
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
Do Now: answer the following review questions:
1. What did we learn from the argument lesson?
2. What is the argument format?
3. What did we learn about research?
4. What did we learn about scientific experimentation?
A. As we listen to a reading of the first 2 chapters from Youtube,
keep these questions in mind:
1. What is the setting?
2. Describe the protagonist?
3. Why does the reader see the story through his eyes?
4. Who is Richard Engfield?
5. What is the relationship between Richard and the protagonist?
6. Why does the story begin at the door?
7. What is the mystery?
Aims: reviewing the argument format and one of the important concept from the novella. Reading and annotating literary elements.
HOMEWORK: follow Dr. J & Mr. H schedule.
II. Thursday, October 13, 2016: Vocabulary due today!
Do Now: Group work: prepare to enact the scene where we first meet Hyde.
1. What is the reaction everyone has when first seeing Hyde?
2. Why?
A. As we continue to listen to the novella, how does the story unfold?
1. Remember the parts of the story structure (Freitag's Pyramid)?
2. Continue reading and annotating.
Aims: developing a complete comprehension of the novella. What do you annotate as you read?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
III. Friday, October 14, 2016:
Do Now: Group Work: making predictions: what does your group predict?
A. Students take parts to read: practicing speaking skills:
1. Read with emphasis.
2. Read with volume.
3. Read with proper pacing.
4. Use punctuation to guide you.
B. As we read, note the following:
1. How is the mood created?
2. Author's purpose?
3. Techniques?
Aims: practicing speaking skills and understanding the many ways to create mood.
HOMEWORK: follow J & H schedule.
I. Wednesday, October 5, 2016: (Second Unit:)
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Do Now: Group Work:
Part 1: Answer the following from your notes:
1. What were the social changes Britain was facing in the
19th century?
(WHO started THESE????)
2. Define: novella, fable, allegory, parody.
3. What is the setting of this novella?
Part 2: Groups should look up (reliable sources) descriptions of Victorian
England and be prepared to share information and images.
Aims: Why does literature reflect the culture and times of the world? Practicing research and reporting skills to help understand the setting of the novella. How does setting contribute or enhance theme????
HOMEWORK: follow Dr J Mr H schedule.
II. Thursday, October 6, 2016 (Progress Reports available this afternoon!)
Do Now: Group Work:
Groups are divided into Pro and Con sides (positions) on the question:
Should we conduct scientific experiments to further knowledge?
1. Your response must have a clear thesis that includes your position and
3 reasons.
2. You must research and use at least 3 reliable sources (Be sure to include
citations in your response.).
3. Use persuasive techniques and language (Think Obama's speech!).
4. Acknowledge the other side or position.
Be prepared to present your argument to the class.
Aims: Understanding a major theme through practicing the skills of the
argument reasoning.
HOMEWORK: follow Dr. J & Mr. H schedule.
III. Friday, October 7, 2016:
Do Now: READing and ANNOTATing the novella:
1. Write or note the descriptions of the setting.
2. Write or note the descriptions of the characters.
a.) What kind of narrator? Do we trust this narrator? (Explain and PROVE!)
b.) Relationships?
c.) How do these characters reflect their setting?
3. Managing vocabulary: how are you doing this???
Aims: How can we fully understand literature?
What do we look for as we read?
HOMEWORK: follow Dr J & Mr H schedule.
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Do Now: Group Work:
Part 1: Answer the following from your notes:
1. What were the social changes Britain was facing in the
19th century?
(WHO started THESE????)
2. Define: novella, fable, allegory, parody.
3. What is the setting of this novella?
Part 2: Groups should look up (reliable sources) descriptions of Victorian
England and be prepared to share information and images.
Aims: Why does literature reflect the culture and times of the world? Practicing research and reporting skills to help understand the setting of the novella. How does setting contribute or enhance theme????
HOMEWORK: follow Dr J Mr H schedule.
II. Thursday, October 6, 2016 (Progress Reports available this afternoon!)
Do Now: Group Work:
Groups are divided into Pro and Con sides (positions) on the question:
Should we conduct scientific experiments to further knowledge?
1. Your response must have a clear thesis that includes your position and
3 reasons.
2. You must research and use at least 3 reliable sources (Be sure to include
citations in your response.).
3. Use persuasive techniques and language (Think Obama's speech!).
4. Acknowledge the other side or position.
Be prepared to present your argument to the class.
Aims: Understanding a major theme through practicing the skills of the
argument reasoning.
HOMEWORK: follow Dr. J & Mr. H schedule.
III. Friday, October 7, 2016:
Do Now: READing and ANNOTATing the novella:
1. Write or note the descriptions of the setting.
2. Write or note the descriptions of the characters.
a.) What kind of narrator? Do we trust this narrator? (Explain and PROVE!)
b.) Relationships?
c.) How do these characters reflect their setting?
3. Managing vocabulary: how are you doing this???
Aims: How can we fully understand literature?
What do we look for as we read?
HOMEWORK: follow Dr J & Mr H schedule.
MATERIALS FOR THE MYTH UNIT:
Schedule
Close Reading Non-Fiction
Close Reading Fiction
Literary Elements Chart
"The Greeks" by Kitto
Introductory Packet
"Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid
Flower Myths:
1. "Narcissus #1" by Homer
2. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid
3. "Hyacinth" by Euripides
4. Historical Background by Edith Hamilton
5. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion
Project and rubric
"Hercules" Myth
Schedule
Close Reading Non-Fiction
Close Reading Fiction
Literary Elements Chart
"The Greeks" by Kitto
Introductory Packet
"Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid
Flower Myths:
1. "Narcissus #1" by Homer
2. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid
3. "Hyacinth" by Euripides
4. Historical Background by Edith Hamilton
5. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion
Project and rubric
"Hercules" Myth
I. Monday, September 26, 2016: Do you have the Lightsail app on your I-Pad?
Need test accommodations? Meet privately with the teacher to coordinate!
Extra help after school today in room 448 for tomorrow's myth test!
Do Now: Group Work: complete Hercules ditto.
A. "Hercules" by ????
1. Who is Hercules? Theseus? Describe their relationship.
2. How does this friendship save Hercules?
3. What was Hercules' ' greatness of soul'?
4. What was Hercules' 'greatest sorrow'?
5. What were the 12 labors?
6. What roles do Zeus and Hera play in Hercules' life?
7. How does Hercules die?
8. What lessons pertaining to law do we learn from the Hercules' myth?
9. Literary elements?
B. Review for tomorrow's myth unit test:
1. Format of the test?
2. Content?
3. Study skills?
C. Project Questions?
1. Review rubric.
2. Any materials needed: more paper is now available!
Aims: What lessons from the Hercules myth are still relevant today? How do you successfully prepare for a test? How do you successfully complete a test?
HOMEWORK: study for tomorrow's myth unit test. Prepare for Myth Project presentations due on Wednesday, 9/28. Make sure your laptop is working correctly and charged for Thursday's new app. Lightsail.
II. Tuesday, September 27, 2016: Myth Test today!
Do now: Prepare for today's test: make sure the teachers know if you use your testing accommodations: special location, extra time, directions read, etc!!!
1. Clear your desk of everything but a pen.
2. Only use blue or black ink pen.
3. Skim the test: where should you spend the most time?
4. Raise your hand to ask questions so as not to disturb your peers.
5. Do not leave any blanks. [Partial credit is awarded in this class!]
Use the test to help you think it out!
6. Make sure your name, class, and date are on the exam.
7. Review the test to make sure it's completed.
8. Once complete, read and annotate the article, "Myths:True or False."
9. If you are absent on the day of the test, expect to take the test the next day,
unless you contact the teacher to make other arrangements.
HOMEWORK: Myth Project is due tomorrow. Review the rubric and bring copy to class to help you grade your peers.
III. Wednesday, September 28, 2016: Projects due today!
Do Now: review the myth project grading rubric.
A. Myth Project:
1. Prepare to grade your peers based upon the grading rubric:
a. Use students' initials (first and last) to identify the student.
b. Use a letter grade or numerical one based on YOUR assessment of the
students' projects.
c. Your grades will be collected, so make sure you write them down.
Aims: what did you learn from these projects? What did you learn from your peers? What is your plan to improve your skills? What are the keys to grading others' work?
HOMEWORK: make sure your I-Pad is working and is charged for tomorrow's lesson. Do you have the app, Lightsail on your I-Pad? Read and annotate the author Bio. and background of our next novella, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde."
This is due on Friday, 9/30.
IV. Thursday, September 29, 2016:
A. Myth Projects:
1. Finish the project presentations.
2. Collect peer grades for all students.
B. Lighsail app:
1. What is it: Online reading app.
2. How does it work:
a.) Students will receive a username and password provide by Lightsail.
(To be done in class today)
b.) Students take an online test which leads to book recommendations,
not grades!!!
3. Purpose: to improve reading skills: comprehension, vocabulary, etc.
4. Assignment: every student will be required to read at least one book every
quarter using this app.
[Students will take the test today and finish for homework.]
Aims: (Reflection)What did we learn from the Myth unit? How can we improve
our reading skills? Could this app work?
HOMEWORK: Finish online test from Lightsail. Read and annotate the author bio and background of our next work, due tomorrow, Friday, September 30.
V. Friday, September 30, 2016: New Unit: "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by RLS
Do Now: Group work: discuss your annotations of the author bio. and
background of the novella. (How do you read non-fiction?)
A. "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Who is this author?
2. Background details:
a.) What was the world like when this story was written?
b.) How did these concepts contribute to this novella?
c.) What is a novella?
d.) How do we read and annotate fiction?
Aims: What is the purpose of literature? How does this idea tie into our class
theme? How does background information help you to understand the story?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H Schedule.
Need test accommodations? Meet privately with the teacher to coordinate!
Extra help after school today in room 448 for tomorrow's myth test!
Do Now: Group Work: complete Hercules ditto.
A. "Hercules" by ????
1. Who is Hercules? Theseus? Describe their relationship.
2. How does this friendship save Hercules?
3. What was Hercules' ' greatness of soul'?
4. What was Hercules' 'greatest sorrow'?
5. What were the 12 labors?
6. What roles do Zeus and Hera play in Hercules' life?
7. How does Hercules die?
8. What lessons pertaining to law do we learn from the Hercules' myth?
9. Literary elements?
B. Review for tomorrow's myth unit test:
1. Format of the test?
2. Content?
3. Study skills?
C. Project Questions?
1. Review rubric.
2. Any materials needed: more paper is now available!
Aims: What lessons from the Hercules myth are still relevant today? How do you successfully prepare for a test? How do you successfully complete a test?
HOMEWORK: study for tomorrow's myth unit test. Prepare for Myth Project presentations due on Wednesday, 9/28. Make sure your laptop is working correctly and charged for Thursday's new app. Lightsail.
II. Tuesday, September 27, 2016: Myth Test today!
Do now: Prepare for today's test: make sure the teachers know if you use your testing accommodations: special location, extra time, directions read, etc!!!
1. Clear your desk of everything but a pen.
2. Only use blue or black ink pen.
3. Skim the test: where should you spend the most time?
4. Raise your hand to ask questions so as not to disturb your peers.
5. Do not leave any blanks. [Partial credit is awarded in this class!]
Use the test to help you think it out!
6. Make sure your name, class, and date are on the exam.
7. Review the test to make sure it's completed.
8. Once complete, read and annotate the article, "Myths:True or False."
9. If you are absent on the day of the test, expect to take the test the next day,
unless you contact the teacher to make other arrangements.
HOMEWORK: Myth Project is due tomorrow. Review the rubric and bring copy to class to help you grade your peers.
III. Wednesday, September 28, 2016: Projects due today!
Do Now: review the myth project grading rubric.
A. Myth Project:
1. Prepare to grade your peers based upon the grading rubric:
a. Use students' initials (first and last) to identify the student.
b. Use a letter grade or numerical one based on YOUR assessment of the
students' projects.
c. Your grades will be collected, so make sure you write them down.
Aims: what did you learn from these projects? What did you learn from your peers? What is your plan to improve your skills? What are the keys to grading others' work?
HOMEWORK: make sure your I-Pad is working and is charged for tomorrow's lesson. Do you have the app, Lightsail on your I-Pad? Read and annotate the author Bio. and background of our next novella, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde."
This is due on Friday, 9/30.
IV. Thursday, September 29, 2016:
A. Myth Projects:
1. Finish the project presentations.
2. Collect peer grades for all students.
B. Lighsail app:
1. What is it: Online reading app.
2. How does it work:
a.) Students will receive a username and password provide by Lightsail.
(To be done in class today)
b.) Students take an online test which leads to book recommendations,
not grades!!!
3. Purpose: to improve reading skills: comprehension, vocabulary, etc.
4. Assignment: every student will be required to read at least one book every
quarter using this app.
[Students will take the test today and finish for homework.]
Aims: (Reflection)What did we learn from the Myth unit? How can we improve
our reading skills? Could this app work?
HOMEWORK: Finish online test from Lightsail. Read and annotate the author bio and background of our next work, due tomorrow, Friday, September 30.
V. Friday, September 30, 2016: New Unit: "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by RLS
Do Now: Group work: discuss your annotations of the author bio. and
background of the novella. (How do you read non-fiction?)
A. "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson:
1. Who is this author?
2. Background details:
a.) What was the world like when this story was written?
b.) How did these concepts contribute to this novella?
c.) What is a novella?
d.) How do we read and annotate fiction?
Aims: What is the purpose of literature? How does this idea tie into our class
theme? How does background information help you to understand the story?
HOMEWORK: follow J & H Schedule.
I. Monday, September 19, 2016:
Extra help for next week's test, Monday, 9/26! Be there!
Do Now: Work with a partner:
A. Literary Analysis of the poem, "Th Greeks" by Kitto: first draft:
1. Exchange your first draft with your partner and compare and contrast to
Fictional Literary Analysis Form, located on the Close Reading of Fiction ditto.
2. Check writing style: is it just a list or an interwoven response?
3. Conventions: spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, word choice,
sentence structure?
4. Make corrections-edit your work.
B. Review graded analysis:
1. What corrections should you make based on comments from the first
analysis?
2. Edit your second analysis.
Aims: How can you use your annotations to write a successful literary
analysis? How can you use graded comments to improve your next
assignment/assessment?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Analysis #2 on the poem is due on turnitin.com tomorrow by 9am. Bring a printed copy to class.
Read and annotate "Hercules" (Remember our question from class.).
Study for Myth test, 9/27.
II. Tuesday, September 20, 2016: Poetry Analysis is due today!
Do Now: Group work: complete and review literary elements chart.
A. Flower Myths: review the myths: author's purpose? techniques?
1. What did you annotate?
2. Nature Lessons? Life Lessons?
Aims: How do you analyze fiction? What should you note? How does this help you with comprehension?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. "Hercules"? Study!!!
III. Wednesday, September 21, 2016: TBChecked-homework!
Do Now: complete literary elements chart.
A. Review analysis:
1. What do you think about the gods/goddesses from these myths?
2. What dark secret does Hamilton reveal?
B. "Hercules" authors????
1. What is Hercules' background?
2. What kind of man is he?
3. How does this character compare to the TV/Movie version?
Aims: What do we learn from myths that can help us today?
Learning from analysis and comparisons.
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY!
IV. Thursday, September 22, 2016: First Day of Fall!!!
Do Now: Write on the index card provided a lesson on education from Obama's speech that you would like to share. Put your name and class on the bottom.
A. Speaking Skills: students will read their lesson aloud:
1. How can you effectively convey your lesson aloud?
2. What should you do to make sure your audience understands you?
B. "Hercules" Authors???? [Fill out ditto!]
1. Who is this character?
2. Why is his life tragic?
3. What does he spend most of his life doing? Why?
Aims: How is a legend created? Do we have any legends today? [Examples?]
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY! Test on Tuesday, 9/27!
V. Friday, September 23, 2016: Extra help after school on Monday, 9/26!
QUIZ #3:
1. Who is the author of "Pygmalion and Galatea"?
2. Explain one lesson from "Pygmalion and Galatea.'
3. What is one nature lesson from "Narcissus #2"?
4. What is the dark secret reveal by Edith Hamilton?
5. Who is REALLY responsible for Hyacinthus' death?
B. "Hercules" Authors???? [Fill out ditto.]
1. What happens to his first family?
2. How is he saved? Who saves him?
3. How does he die?
Aims: what concepts are introduced through the Hercules myth?
How are these used/followed today?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY!
Extra help for next week's test, Monday, 9/26! Be there!
Do Now: Work with a partner:
A. Literary Analysis of the poem, "Th Greeks" by Kitto: first draft:
1. Exchange your first draft with your partner and compare and contrast to
Fictional Literary Analysis Form, located on the Close Reading of Fiction ditto.
2. Check writing style: is it just a list or an interwoven response?
3. Conventions: spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, word choice,
sentence structure?
4. Make corrections-edit your work.
B. Review graded analysis:
1. What corrections should you make based on comments from the first
analysis?
2. Edit your second analysis.
Aims: How can you use your annotations to write a successful literary
analysis? How can you use graded comments to improve your next
assignment/assessment?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Analysis #2 on the poem is due on turnitin.com tomorrow by 9am. Bring a printed copy to class.
Read and annotate "Hercules" (Remember our question from class.).
Study for Myth test, 9/27.
II. Tuesday, September 20, 2016: Poetry Analysis is due today!
Do Now: Group work: complete and review literary elements chart.
A. Flower Myths: review the myths: author's purpose? techniques?
1. What did you annotate?
2. Nature Lessons? Life Lessons?
Aims: How do you analyze fiction? What should you note? How does this help you with comprehension?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. "Hercules"? Study!!!
III. Wednesday, September 21, 2016: TBChecked-homework!
Do Now: complete literary elements chart.
A. Review analysis:
1. What do you think about the gods/goddesses from these myths?
2. What dark secret does Hamilton reveal?
B. "Hercules" authors????
1. What is Hercules' background?
2. What kind of man is he?
3. How does this character compare to the TV/Movie version?
Aims: What do we learn from myths that can help us today?
Learning from analysis and comparisons.
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY!
IV. Thursday, September 22, 2016: First Day of Fall!!!
Do Now: Write on the index card provided a lesson on education from Obama's speech that you would like to share. Put your name and class on the bottom.
A. Speaking Skills: students will read their lesson aloud:
1. How can you effectively convey your lesson aloud?
2. What should you do to make sure your audience understands you?
B. "Hercules" Authors???? [Fill out ditto!]
1. Who is this character?
2. Why is his life tragic?
3. What does he spend most of his life doing? Why?
Aims: How is a legend created? Do we have any legends today? [Examples?]
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY! Test on Tuesday, 9/27!
V. Friday, September 23, 2016: Extra help after school on Monday, 9/26!
QUIZ #3:
1. Who is the author of "Pygmalion and Galatea"?
2. Explain one lesson from "Pygmalion and Galatea.'
3. What is one nature lesson from "Narcissus #2"?
4. What is the dark secret reveal by Edith Hamilton?
5. Who is REALLY responsible for Hyacinthus' death?
B. "Hercules" Authors???? [Fill out ditto.]
1. What happens to his first family?
2. How is he saved? Who saves him?
3. How does he die?
Aims: what concepts are introduced through the Hercules myth?
How are these used/followed today?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit Schedule. STUDY!
I. Monday, September 12, 2016: Myth Unit:
Do Now: Group (NEW) Work: continue to analyze the
poem.
A. "The Greeks" by Kitto:
[Prepare for your individual writing analysis on this poem, due 9/20/16, on turnitin.com and printed copy
in class.]
1. What is the author's main purpose?
2. What are some of his minor points?
3. Which techniques did Kitto use to help us to
understand these ideas?
BE PREPARED TO SHARE YOUR GROUP'S WORK WITH THE CLASS AND TAKE GOOD NOTES FOR YOURSELF!
B. Read and analyze "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid (Roman Poet):
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? [Think literary elements!]
Aims: How do we analyze fiction (fiction analysis ditto)? What are the methods to best understand literature? (literary elements chart)
HOMEWORK: Follow Myth Unit schedule!
II. Tuesday, September 13, 2016: Myth Unit:
Do Now: Group Work:
A. Introductory Packet: review and discuss:
1. Historical Background?
2. Major gods/goddesses?
3. Definition of myths.
4. Myths of other cultures?
5. Influences today?
6. Lessons?
7. What are the sources for this information?
B. "Pygmalion and Galatea" by Ovid (Roman Poet)
1. Author's purpose?
2. Techniques? [Think literary elements.]
3. What is the major lesson for us? minor?
Aims: What are myths? What is the purpose of myths? Why do we study myths today? Learning to classify ideas and analyzing fiction.
HOMEWORK: Follow Myth Unit schedule.
III. Wednesday, September 14, 2016: Myth Unit:
A. QUIZ #2:
1. What is the definition of myths?
2. According to Kitto, why should we 'be soaked in Homer"?
3. Name the literary device that is "soaked in Homer"?
4. Explain the major lesson from Ovid's "Pygmalion and Galatea."
5. Describe the literary technique that helps us to understand Ovid's major
lesson.
B. Flower Myths: review and analyze:
1. Author's purposes?
2. Techniques? [Think literary elements!]
Aims: What is the purpose of the Flower Myths? Have you discovered the 2
distinct areas of these lessons?
HOMEWORK: Follow Myth Unit schedule.
IV. Thursday, September 15, 2016: Myth Unit: Student Photos today!
Do Now: Group Work: fill out literary charts for all the myths.
A. Continue your study of the Flower Myths.
1. Author's purposes?
2. Techniques? [Literary Elements]
B. What 'dark secret' does Edith Hamilton reveal in the passage before
"Adonis"?
1. What does this 'dark secret' reveal to us about past history?
2. What does it show us about the progression of civilization?
Aims: What are the many purpose of myths? How are myths a different way to
study history?
HOMEWORK: Follow Myth Unit schedule. Review your notes on Kitto's poem,
"The Greeks" so you can start your analysis in class.
V. Friday, September 16, 2016: Myth Unit: Student Photos today!
Do Now: Work on literary analysis of the poem.
A. "The Greeks by Kitto:
1. Review your annotations:
a.) Author's purpose?
b.) Techniques?
2. Follow fiction analysis ditto.
B. Exchange with a partner.
1. Is all the information included?
2. Check writing.
a.) Easy to understand?
b.) Grammar, spelling, style?
Aims: How do you understand literature? What are the best methods? How do you write a literary analysis of a poem?
HOMEWORK: follow Myth Unit schedule. Work on final draft of poem analysis due on Tuesday, 9/20, turnitin.com and printed copy for class.
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I. Tuesday, September 6, 2016: Review Drill Instructions!
TBCollected: Summer Reading Chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheets!
Do Now: Review your T-chart on Obama's Speech: "My Education, My Future."
Speech video and speech printed copy
What are the main ideas and techniques used to explain those
ideas?
1.) View and take notes on the second half of the speech.
2.) Meet with your group to read over the printed copy of the speech using close
reading techniques.
3.) Add to your t-charts.
Aims: What methods do you use for the best comprehension? How do you analyze non-fiction? Fiction? (Close Reading)
Homework: What is the major purpose of Obama's speech? What technique was the best way to understand that purpose? Survey, Course, Class Sheets due 9/9/2106.
II. Wednesday, September 7, 2016: Signing into turnitin.com
TBCollected: Summer Reading Chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheets!
Do Now: Group Work: review homework on the speech. Do you all agree?
1.) After group discussion, number your central ideas (t-chart) from most
important to least.
2.) Pair up the techniques that best expresses that central idea.
Aims: Understanding and the structure of non-fiction.
Homework: Write a first draft paragraph analysis of the speech: what is Obama's purpose and which technique best describes that purpose. Give specific examples (2) to prove your answer. Final copy is due (typed) on turnitin.com by 9am Friday, 9/9/16 and bring a printed copy to class that day.
Suvey, Course, class sheets due 9/9/16.
III. Thursday, September 8, 2016: Speech analysis due tomorrow (9/9/16)!
TBCollected: Summer Reading chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheet due 9/9/16!
Do Now: Share your first draft with your group:
1.) Did you include title and author?
2.) Did you clearly explain the major purpose of the speech?
3) Did you use the most effective technique?
4.) Did you give at least 2 examples from the speech to prove your ideas?
5.) Was your last sentence lesson learned? Importance of the speech?
Reason we are studying the speech?
Aims: How do you write an analysis of non-fiction? What should be included?
Homework: Paragraph analysis (typed) of the speech is due on turnitin.com by 9am tomorrow, and a printed copy is due in class tomorrow. Survey, Course, Class sheets due signed tomorrow.
IV. Friday, September 9, 2016:
TBCollected: Speech analysis, survey, course and class sheets.
QUIZ#1:
1. What is the title of the speech?
2. What is the major lesson that Obama is teaching?
3/4. Describe 2 techniques that Obama uses in his speech.
5. What one central idea is important to you?
Do Now: Group Work: Take a copy and read aloud the poem, "The Greeks" by
Kitto:
1.) What is the main idea or purpose of the poem? [Highlight or underline.]
2.) What techniques were used to explain that idea?[Highlight or circle.]
3.) Distribute and review myth unit schedule, myth materials.
4.) What is the history/background/culture of myths?
Aims: What is the purpose of myths? Why do we still study them today?
Homework: Follow myth schedule.
TBCollected: Summer Reading Chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheets!
Do Now: Review your T-chart on Obama's Speech: "My Education, My Future."
Speech video and speech printed copy
What are the main ideas and techniques used to explain those
ideas?
1.) View and take notes on the second half of the speech.
2.) Meet with your group to read over the printed copy of the speech using close
reading techniques.
3.) Add to your t-charts.
Aims: What methods do you use for the best comprehension? How do you analyze non-fiction? Fiction? (Close Reading)
Homework: What is the major purpose of Obama's speech? What technique was the best way to understand that purpose? Survey, Course, Class Sheets due 9/9/2106.
II. Wednesday, September 7, 2016: Signing into turnitin.com
TBCollected: Summer Reading Chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheets!
Do Now: Group Work: review homework on the speech. Do you all agree?
1.) After group discussion, number your central ideas (t-chart) from most
important to least.
2.) Pair up the techniques that best expresses that central idea.
Aims: Understanding and the structure of non-fiction.
Homework: Write a first draft paragraph analysis of the speech: what is Obama's purpose and which technique best describes that purpose. Give specific examples (2) to prove your answer. Final copy is due (typed) on turnitin.com by 9am Friday, 9/9/16 and bring a printed copy to class that day.
Suvey, Course, class sheets due 9/9/16.
III. Thursday, September 8, 2016: Speech analysis due tomorrow (9/9/16)!
TBCollected: Summer Reading chart, Survey, Course Description,
Class Expectation Sheet due 9/9/16!
Do Now: Share your first draft with your group:
1.) Did you include title and author?
2.) Did you clearly explain the major purpose of the speech?
3) Did you use the most effective technique?
4.) Did you give at least 2 examples from the speech to prove your ideas?
5.) Was your last sentence lesson learned? Importance of the speech?
Reason we are studying the speech?
Aims: How do you write an analysis of non-fiction? What should be included?
Homework: Paragraph analysis (typed) of the speech is due on turnitin.com by 9am tomorrow, and a printed copy is due in class tomorrow. Survey, Course, Class sheets due signed tomorrow.
IV. Friday, September 9, 2016:
TBCollected: Speech analysis, survey, course and class sheets.
QUIZ#1:
1. What is the title of the speech?
2. What is the major lesson that Obama is teaching?
3/4. Describe 2 techniques that Obama uses in his speech.
5. What one central idea is important to you?
Do Now: Group Work: Take a copy and read aloud the poem, "The Greeks" by
Kitto:
1.) What is the main idea or purpose of the poem? [Highlight or underline.]
2.) What techniques were used to explain that idea?[Highlight or circle.]
3.) Distribute and review myth unit schedule, myth materials.
4.) What is the history/background/culture of myths?
Aims: What is the purpose of myths? Why do we still study them today?
Homework: Follow myth schedule.
I. Thursday, September 1, 2016: our first class together!
Summer Reading Chart Collected today! Complete Student Survey!
A. We will view a PowerPoint of this year's work:
1. Fill out the chart to see how many items you can list from the PP.
2. Which items interest you?
B. What are your goals for this year and beyond? [Fill out card.]
C. What does the quote by Plutarch (who is he???) mean:
"The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled."
1. How would you translate this quote?
2. What is the connection to our year of study?
D. Why do we study literature? How do we study literature? Non-fiction?
1. LISTEN, READ, and analyze President Obama's 2009 education speech.
View the video of Obama's speech.
2. What are his central themes or ideas?
3. What techniques does he use to get us to understand these ideas?
4. How does his speech relate to us?
E. Complete Student Survey. Due Tuesday, September 8, 2015.
Homework: Read and analyze Obama's Speech. COMPLETE THE QUESTIONS FROM YOUR NOTEBOOK BY TOMORROW.
Please (parents too!) print, read, and sign the Class Expectations Sheet and Course Description Sheet. These are due in class by Friday, September 9, 2016.
II. Friday, September 2, 2016:
A. Meet in groups to discuss and write about Obama's Speech on Education
from 2009: video
1. What are the central ideas?
2. What are the techniques that Obama uses to help us
understand these ideas?
3. What is close reading?
4. How do you do it?
B. What is the purpose of this speech
1. How do we understand non-fiction?
2. What skill can we use as we read to help us understand?
C. What have you discovered about Obama's Speech on Education from 2009?
1. What are the speaker's central ideas?
2. Prove it!
3. What techniques does the speaker use to help us understand these ideas?
D. Read! Think! Write!
1. Start writing your paragraph in class.
Homework: Write one paragraph that explains Obama's purpose and one major technique he uses, due on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Submit final copy to turnitin.com by Monday, September 12, 2016.
Student Survey, Class Expectations Sheet, Course Description are all due completed or signed by Friday, September 9, 2016.
We will start our first unit--Myths on Tuesday, September 6, 2016.
Summer Reading Chart Collected today! Complete Student Survey!
A. We will view a PowerPoint of this year's work:
1. Fill out the chart to see how many items you can list from the PP.
2. Which items interest you?
B. What are your goals for this year and beyond? [Fill out card.]
C. What does the quote by Plutarch (who is he???) mean:
"The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled."
1. How would you translate this quote?
2. What is the connection to our year of study?
D. Why do we study literature? How do we study literature? Non-fiction?
1. LISTEN, READ, and analyze President Obama's 2009 education speech.
View the video of Obama's speech.
2. What are his central themes or ideas?
3. What techniques does he use to get us to understand these ideas?
4. How does his speech relate to us?
E. Complete Student Survey. Due Tuesday, September 8, 2015.
Homework: Read and analyze Obama's Speech. COMPLETE THE QUESTIONS FROM YOUR NOTEBOOK BY TOMORROW.
Please (parents too!) print, read, and sign the Class Expectations Sheet and Course Description Sheet. These are due in class by Friday, September 9, 2016.
II. Friday, September 2, 2016:
A. Meet in groups to discuss and write about Obama's Speech on Education
from 2009: video
1. What are the central ideas?
2. What are the techniques that Obama uses to help us
understand these ideas?
3. What is close reading?
4. How do you do it?
B. What is the purpose of this speech
1. How do we understand non-fiction?
2. What skill can we use as we read to help us understand?
C. What have you discovered about Obama's Speech on Education from 2009?
1. What are the speaker's central ideas?
2. Prove it!
3. What techniques does the speaker use to help us understand these ideas?
D. Read! Think! Write!
1. Start writing your paragraph in class.
Homework: Write one paragraph that explains Obama's purpose and one major technique he uses, due on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Submit final copy to turnitin.com by Monday, September 12, 2016.
Student Survey, Class Expectations Sheet, Course Description are all due completed or signed by Friday, September 9, 2016.
We will start our first unit--Myths on Tuesday, September 6, 2016.
I. Myth Unit
A. Myth Unit: "Pygmalion and Galatea" and the "Flower Myths"
1. Close Read "Pygmalion and Galatea." Then fill in literary elements chart.
2. Begin close reading of the "Flower Myths": author's purpose? Techniques?
a. "Narcissus #1" by Homer (Greek Poet)
b. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid (Roman Poet)
c. "Hyacinth" by Euripides (Greek Poet)
d. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion (Alexandrian Poets)
In between Flower Myths # 3 and #4, Edith Hamilton, editor of Mythology, the source of these materials, describes the background of these myths.
3. What is close reading?
4. What are the 5 steps?
5. What is annotating? How do we do it?
Homework: follow myth unit schedule: close read the next 2 pages of
"Hercules" (pages 228-231).
II.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths"--Author's purpose? Techniques?
1. Close Read the non-fiction section by Edith Hamilton from the packet
(pages 116-117)----Author's purpose? Techniques?
a. How do we close read non-fiction?
b. Is our analysis of non-fiction the same or different from fiction.
2. Compare and contrast the first 2 flower myths.
3. Begin the close reading of "Hyacinth" by Euripides.
Homework: follow myth unit schedule: close read the next 2 pages of
"Hercules" (PP 232- 237).
III.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths"---Author's purpose" Techniques?
1. Work on the Literary Elements Chart for the "Flower Myths"
with your group.
2. Continue close reading of "Hyacinth".
3. Begin close reading of "Adonis" using those 5 steps to answer
the 2 questions.
4. Distribute and explain Myth Project Instructions and rubric.
Homework: follow myth unit schedule. Complete close reading of "Hercules."
IV.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths" ----Author's purpose? Techniques?
1. Complete Literary Elements Chart for all 4 myths.
2. Compare and contrast all 4 myths.
3. QUIZ on the "Flower Myths":
1.) What is the life lesson for us from "Narcissus #1" ?
2.) Give one example of personification from this myth #1.
3.) In "Narcissus #2," what is the lesson about nature that we learn?
4.) Who is Zephyr from "Hyacinth"?
5.) What 'dark secret' does Edith Hamilton reveal to us about ancient times?
Homework: follow the myth unit schedule: complete the first 3 questions from the "Hercules" worksheet.
V. Monday, September 12, 2016:
A. Myth Unit:
1. Close read and annotate the article, "Myths: True or False" with group.
a. How do you close read non-fiction?
b. What do you annotate?
2. Create one analysis paragraph together, but each student write it
in notebook or email to yourself or share in googledocs.
a. What goes into a non-fiction analysis paragraph?
[HINT: author's purpose? techniques?]
b. What information is included?
c. What supporting evidence or proof do you need?
3. Share your paragraph with the class; download to googledocs.
4. Continue work on "Hercules" Worksheet.
Homework: Follow myth unit schedule: complete "Hercules" worksheet, do the rest of the questions 4 through 8. Start research for your Myth Project (Rubric).
A. Myth Unit: "Pygmalion and Galatea" and the "Flower Myths"
1. Close Read "Pygmalion and Galatea." Then fill in literary elements chart.
2. Begin close reading of the "Flower Myths": author's purpose? Techniques?
a. "Narcissus #1" by Homer (Greek Poet)
b. "Narcissus #2" by Ovid (Roman Poet)
c. "Hyacinth" by Euripides (Greek Poet)
d. "Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion (Alexandrian Poets)
In between Flower Myths # 3 and #4, Edith Hamilton, editor of Mythology, the source of these materials, describes the background of these myths.
3. What is close reading?
4. What are the 5 steps?
5. What is annotating? How do we do it?
Homework: follow myth unit schedule: close read the next 2 pages of
"Hercules" (pages 228-231).
II.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths"--Author's purpose? Techniques?
1. Close Read the non-fiction section by Edith Hamilton from the packet
(pages 116-117)----Author's purpose? Techniques?
a. How do we close read non-fiction?
b. Is our analysis of non-fiction the same or different from fiction.
2. Compare and contrast the first 2 flower myths.
3. Begin the close reading of "Hyacinth" by Euripides.
Homework: follow myth unit schedule: close read the next 2 pages of
"Hercules" (PP 232- 237).
III.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths"---Author's purpose" Techniques?
1. Work on the Literary Elements Chart for the "Flower Myths"
with your group.
2. Continue close reading of "Hyacinth".
3. Begin close reading of "Adonis" using those 5 steps to answer
the 2 questions.
4. Distribute and explain Myth Project Instructions and rubric.
Homework: follow myth unit schedule. Complete close reading of "Hercules."
IV.
A. Myth Unit: "Flower Myths" ----Author's purpose? Techniques?
1. Complete Literary Elements Chart for all 4 myths.
2. Compare and contrast all 4 myths.
3. QUIZ on the "Flower Myths":
1.) What is the life lesson for us from "Narcissus #1" ?
2.) Give one example of personification from this myth #1.
3.) In "Narcissus #2," what is the lesson about nature that we learn?
4.) Who is Zephyr from "Hyacinth"?
5.) What 'dark secret' does Edith Hamilton reveal to us about ancient times?
Homework: follow the myth unit schedule: complete the first 3 questions from the "Hercules" worksheet.
V. Monday, September 12, 2016:
A. Myth Unit:
1. Close read and annotate the article, "Myths: True or False" with group.
a. How do you close read non-fiction?
b. What do you annotate?
2. Create one analysis paragraph together, but each student write it
in notebook or email to yourself or share in googledocs.
a. What goes into a non-fiction analysis paragraph?
[HINT: author's purpose? techniques?]
b. What information is included?
c. What supporting evidence or proof do you need?
3. Share your paragraph with the class; download to googledocs.
4. Continue work on "Hercules" Worksheet.
Homework: Follow myth unit schedule: complete "Hercules" worksheet, do the rest of the questions 4 through 8. Start research for your Myth Project (Rubric).
I. Tuesday, September 13, 2016: Myth Unit Schedule:
A. Compare and contrast your non-fiction analysis with the close reading
techniques and paragraph suggestions:
1. Did you use all the close reading techniques?
2. Did you follow the suggested paragraph list?
3. What did you find out: author's purpose? author's techniques?
B. Flower Myths: " Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion:
1. Author's purpose? techniques?
2. Show your packets: are they annotated?
C. Speech Lesson #1:
1. Stand up and say your name clearly, distinctly, and loud enough for all
to hear easily!
2. What is formal and informal speech? When do you use each?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule: complete "Hercules" worksheet questions. Work on Myth Project (rubric). Study for myth test, October 3.
II. Wednesday, September 14, 2016: Myth Unit Schedule:
A. Review "Hercules" story with your group.
Come up with a one or two sentence summary of the plot.
B. Speech Lesson #2: Stand up and repeat the plot summary clearly,
distinctly, and loud enough for all to hear.
C. "Hercules": who is he? his background? temperament? strengths?
weaknesses?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule.
Work on Myth Project (rubric), due 29. Study for myth test, 10/3.
III. Wednesday, September 24, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule:
A. Complete new chart on "Hercules."
B. Speech Lesson #3: Stand up and give one life lesson from "Hercules."
C. Review Myth Project directions and rubric.
D. Myth Quiz #3:
1. Who is the greatest hero of Athens? Why?
2. Who is the greatest hero of Greece? Why?
3. What was Hercules' major flaw?
4. What was Hercules' greatest sorrow?
5. How does Theseus save Hercules?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Complete Myth Project (rubric), due 9/29. Study for myth test, 10/3, Friday.
A. Compare and contrast your non-fiction analysis with the close reading
techniques and paragraph suggestions:
1. Did you use all the close reading techniques?
2. Did you follow the suggested paragraph list?
3. What did you find out: author's purpose? author's techniques?
B. Flower Myths: " Adonis" by Theocritus and Bion:
1. Author's purpose? techniques?
2. Show your packets: are they annotated?
C. Speech Lesson #1:
1. Stand up and say your name clearly, distinctly, and loud enough for all
to hear easily!
2. What is formal and informal speech? When do you use each?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule: complete "Hercules" worksheet questions. Work on Myth Project (rubric). Study for myth test, October 3.
II. Wednesday, September 14, 2016: Myth Unit Schedule:
A. Review "Hercules" story with your group.
Come up with a one or two sentence summary of the plot.
B. Speech Lesson #2: Stand up and repeat the plot summary clearly,
distinctly, and loud enough for all to hear.
C. "Hercules": who is he? his background? temperament? strengths?
weaknesses?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule.
Work on Myth Project (rubric), due 29. Study for myth test, 10/3.
III. Wednesday, September 24, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule:
A. Complete new chart on "Hercules."
B. Speech Lesson #3: Stand up and give one life lesson from "Hercules."
C. Review Myth Project directions and rubric.
D. Myth Quiz #3:
1. Who is the greatest hero of Athens? Why?
2. Who is the greatest hero of Greece? Why?
3. What was Hercules' major flaw?
4. What was Hercules' greatest sorrow?
5. How does Theseus save Hercules?
Homework: follow Myth Unit Schedule. Complete Myth Project (rubric), due 9/29. Study for myth test, 10/3, Friday.
I. Monday, September 29, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule
A. Present Projects Today (myth project and rubric):
1. Have a copy of the rubric to consult as you grade your peers:
a. What should you be looking for as you grade?
b. What area is scored with the most points? What does that mean?
B. The myth project helps us to practice all the skills that we studied.
1. What are all those skills?
2. How can we continue to practice these skills?
3. How can we use these skills in our life?
Homework: Follow Myth Unit Schedule.
Study for Myth test that will be on Friday,10/3.
II. Tuesday, September 30, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule
A. "Hercules" Complete our analysis of the hero and his life.
1. How would you describe this 'hero'?
2. Summarize his life.
3. Who influenced him? Who affected his life?
4. How did he die?
5. What lessons do we learn from him?
B. How can you successfully complete a test?
1. What is the purpose of the test? Different tests?
2. What do you do before to prepare?
3. What materials help the most?
4. How do you study? Does it vary depending upon the type of test?
5. When taking the test, what do you do first? Next?
Homework: Follow myth schedule.
Study for the test that will be on Friday, 10/3.
III. Wednesday, October 1, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule
A. Myth Unit Review:
1. Your group will create a 5 question myth test for the class.
(Answers on the back.) Can you stump us?
2. What did we learn from the myths?
3. How did we learn from the myths?
4. What skills did we learn and practice?
Homework: Follow myth schedule. Study for the test, 10/3!
IV. Thursday, October 2, 2014: Myth Unit Schedule
Extra help today after school in GP room!
A. Myth Unit Review:
1. How well do you know:
"Pygmalion and Galatea," 'Flower Myths, and "Hercules"
2. How do these myths relate to our world today?
3. How does literature connect to our life?
Homework: Follow myth schedule. Study for tomorrow's test!
V. Friday, October 3, 2014: Test today!
Are you ready???? Bring blue or black ink pen.
Homework: print out close reading instructions and analysis for non-fiction and review for next week's in-class writing assignment that will be graded.
I, 9/25 and 9/26! So plan your work, especially your project, accordingly!
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