Quarter 2, Week 10 of 10

Final edits to EA 2: Senior Paper due Wednesday, December 21 by midnight!

Monday, December 19

 or 

Tuesday, December 20

Due Today: None

Learning Target: SL.11-12.1.C Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; promote divergent and creative perspectives. SL.11-12.1.D Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 10 of 10. Attach to the next page of your INB.
2. After: Score INB Check #6
3. Then: Socratic Seminar reflection
1. Round 1- Reflecting on the Positives
2. Round 2- Reflecting on the Negatives
3. Round 3- Open
4. Next: Evolving Perspectives: respond to the visual prompt on WB p. 167.

Target Practice: I can speak with evidence about my experience with the Senior Paper and listen openly to the experiences of others. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue revising EA 2: Senior Research Paper using a new tool from the Senior Project Page for English. Final edits MUST BE DONE BY WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21 @ MIDNIGHT.
• Complete the Othello activity in your Gmail to be prepared for Socratic Seminar upon your return in Quarter 3.
• Independent Reading for Quarter 3: Choose from the following list of authors. A creative activity will follow for you to do during/after reading: William Shakespeare, Sophocles, George Bernard Shaw, Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, Jane Austen, Helen Fielding, Kazuo Ishiguro, Mary Shelley, H.G. Wells, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Graves, George Orwell, Bram Stoker, W. Somerset Maugham, Thomas Hardy, Robert Louis Stevenson, Agatha Christie, C.S. Forester, Ian McEwan, Anthony Burgess, Henry James, Joseph Conrad, Ian Fleming.

Tuesday, December 20

 or 

Wednesday, December 21

Due Today: EA 2- Research Paper final (Wednesday)

Learning Target: L.11-12.4.C Consult general and specialized reference materials to determine or clarify precise meaning, part of speech, etymology, or standard usage of a word or phrase. L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Setup Quarter 3 section of INB: Evolving Perspectives with Shakespeare's Othello
2. After: Understanding Critical Perspectives in Literature with Thug Notes (explicit)
3. Then: Skip the FIRST TWO PAGES of Section 3. Title the NEXT PAGE Critical Perspectives. Write today's date at the top-left. Divide the page into five sections (each five lines should be enough). Label each section with the following perspectives: Reader Response Criticism, Feminist Criticism, Marxist Criticism, Cultural Criticism, Archetypal Criticism.
4. Next: Use the classroom activity to complete each section. You will need to evaluate Shakespeare's Othello from each perspective next quarter. You will also need to show how your EA 1: Scene Interpretation expresses one of them over the rest.

Target Practice: I can use a new tool to revise my EA 2 Senior Paper for ideas, structure, and/or language. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue revising EA 2: Senior Research Paper using a new tool from the Senior Project Page for English. Final edits MUST BE DONE BY WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21 @ MIDNIGHT.
• Complete the Othello activity in your Gmail to be prepared for Socratic Seminar upon your return in Quarter 3.
• Independent Reading for Quarter 3: Choose from the following list of authors. A creative activity will follow for you to do during/after reading: William Shakespeare, Sophocles, George Bernard Shaw, Charles Dickens, Arthur Conan Doyle, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, Jane Austen, Helen Fielding, Kazuo Ishiguro, Mary Shelley, H.G. Wells, J.R.R. Tolkien, Robert Graves, George Orwell, Bram Stoker, W. Somerset Maugham, Thomas Hardy, Robert Louis Stevenson, Agatha Christie, C.S. Forester, Ian McEwan, Anthony Burgess, Henry James, Joseph Conrad, Ian Fleming.

Looking Ahead...Happy Holidays! Make sure to complete the Othello activity in your E-mail before returning in Quarter 3!

Quarter 2, Week 9 of 10

Monday, December 12
 or 
Tuesday, December 13

Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and Annotate Quarter 2, Week 9 of 10. Attach to the NEXT PAGE of your INB.
2. After: Self-scoring session- Use the rubric to score yourself. Then, discuss with an elbow partner why you each scored the way you did. Use both the self-score and the discussion to continue revising your paper.
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Begin activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello during Quarter 3.

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Tuesday, December 13
 or 
Wednesday, December 14

Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB What I Need Day. Write today's date at the top-left. Think about what you need to do in the time provided today, then write that list down. Your list should have at least three items that will total 60 minutes of work.
2. After: W.I.N. activities
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Begin activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello during Quarter 3.

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Thursday, December 15
 or 
Friday, December 16

Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB What I Need Day. Write today's date at the top-left. Think about what you need to do in the time provided today, then write that list down. Your list should have at least three items that will total 50 minutes of work.
2. After: W.I.N. activities
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Setup INB Check #6. Monday will be the last stamped item.
   
   

   From	To	# of Stamps	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
   11/30	12/19	/8	INB Check #6	Leave blank

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Looking Ahead...Socratic Seminar!

Quarter 2, Week 8 of 10

Monday, December 5 or Tuesday, December 6

Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and Annotate Quarter 2, Week 8 of 10. Attach to the NEXT PAGE of your INB.
2. After: Group Editing Session- receive at least seven comments on your paper from at least three different students. You need to have at least one comment based on each of the rubric criteria
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Begin activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello during Quarter 3.

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Tuesday, December 6

 or 

Wednesday, December 7

 Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Use a computer to go directly to Google Classroom and setup your Turnitin.com  account.
2. After: Use the Turnitin.com  revision suggestions to revise your essay
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Begin activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello during Quarter 3.

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Thursday, December 8 or Friday, December 9

 Due Today: Student/Teacher Meeting

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Enhance writing through editing and revision or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB What I Need Day. Write today's date in the top-left corner.
2. After: Use the Turnitin.com, the Senior Project Page for English, Group Revision with the Rubric, or another method you learned in class to enhance your essay.
3. During: Student/Teacher Meetings
4. Time-Permitting: Begin activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello during Quarter 3.

Target Practice: I know and understand how to improve my Senior Paper to the Proficient level or higher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your Senior Paper using the comments from class
• Look at your e-mail to begin the activity in preparation for Shakespeare's Othello?

Looking Ahead...last chance to receive editing support for a Proficient or better Senior Paper!

Quarter 2, week 7 of 10

Reminder: Friday is the last day to complete: Annotated Bibliography, Outline, EA 1, and EA 2! 

Reminder: Failure to complete these activities by Friday results in failure of the course and decreases the chance of graduation with the Class of 2017!

Monday, November 28

 or 

Tuesday, November 29

Due Today: INB Check #5

Learning Target: All standards assessed by STAR Reading.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 7 of 10. Attach to the next page of your INB. This will be the LAST STAMPED PAGE of INB Check #5.
2. After: STAR Reading Assessment (click to begin)
3. Then: Last chance to make-up any missed stamps
4. Next: Complete INB Check #5 inside the front cover of your INB.

From	To	# of Stamps	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
11/5	11/29	/8	INB Check #5	Do not write

Target Practice: I have improved my reading level from the last STAR Assessment. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete revisions to draft of EA 2: Research Paper using a different method from last class
• Independent Reading Bonus: Check your e-mail (only applies if AB is completed by Friday)

Tuesday, November 29

 or 

Wednesday, November 30

Due Today: Shared Draft of EA 2

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Strengthen writing through editing, revision, or trying a new method. RI.11-12.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate the rubric provided. Then, discuss where your strengths and struggles will be on revising the essay to be proficient or better on the rubric. Attach it to the NEXT PAGE of your INB.
2. After: Q&A about the requirements of the rubric
3. Then: Make sure your essay is shared with at least three other people in class. Meet with your group to determine how you will assess each essay using the rubric.
4. Next: Use the rubric to leave feedback on each essay during the time provided.

Target Practice: I can leave effective editing remarks on a peer essay, as well as use the ones left on mine in to revise the essay to a proficient or better level. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete revisions to draft of EA 2: Research Paper
• Independent Reading Bonus: Check your e-mail (only applies if AB is completed by Friday)

Thursday, December 1 or Friday, December 2

Due Today: All 4 Research Paper Elements (Friday)

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Strengthen writing through editing, revision, or trying a new method. 

Classwork

1. Do Now: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB What do I need to do next on the Senior Paper? Write today's date at the top-left. Using evidence from the rubric and your essay, respond to the prompt in the time provided. Consider successes so far, struggles, your responses to those struggles, and any other details that will help you respond to the prompt. Remember to use evidence from your essay and the rubric to support your response.
2. After: Use the checklist provided to see if there are any basic requirements of the Senior Paper which you may be missing. Make sure to complete the entire paper. Attach it to the NEXT PAGE of your INB.
3. Then: Individual Student-Teacher Meetings
4. Next: Individual Student-Teacher Meetings

Target Practice: I can revise my Senior Paper to a proficient or better level. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete revisions to draft of EA 2: Research Paper
• Independent Reading Bonus: Check your e-mail (only applies if AB is completed by Friday)

Looking Ahead...Individual meetings and Shakespeare in Hawaii!

Quarter 2, Week 6 of 10 (Happy Thanksgiving!)

Monday, November 21

 or 

Tuesday, November 22

Due Today: None

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Improve writing through editing and revision, or by trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 6 of 10. Attach it to the NEXT PAGE of your INB.
2. After: Using YOUR computer, view and read the slideshow linked here. It will help you understand how to BALANCE quotes and commentary in your essay.
3. Then: Revise EA 2 by using the skills learned from this slideshow. It would be a good idea to keep the slideshow open to reference during your revision time.
• REMINDER: If you have not completed EA 1, DO THAT FIRST!
4. Next: Click here to play the Plagiarism Game! (time-permitting)

Target Practice: I can revise my EA 2: Senior Research Paper to include effective commentary in the body paragraphs. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue Revising EA 2: Senior Research Paper (a 5-9 page draft is DUE BY MIDNIGHT ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23!)

Tuesday, November 22

 or 

Wednesday, November 23

Due Today: 5-9 page draft of EA 2: Senior Research Paper (Wednesday ONLY)

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Improve writing through editing and revision, or by trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Using YOUR computer, click this link to the English page of the Senior Project Site. Choose ONE of the links in the Paragraph Writing Help box to help improve your writing. Read or view the link carefully before beginning your editing efforts today.
• HINT: You may wish to click on several links before settling on one for your editing efforts today.
2. After: Edit and revise EA 2 using the suggestions from the source you chose.
• REMINDER: If you have not completed EA 1, DO THAT FIRST!
3. Then: Share your document with at least THREE other people in class. You will need this for peer editing next week.
4. Next: ...Happy Thanksgiving!

Target Practice: I can improve my writing of EA 2: Senior Research Paper through editing and revision. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue Revising EA 2: Senior Research Paper (a 5-9 page draft is DUE BY MIDNIGHT ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23!)
• View your updated grade on Infinite Campus.

Looking Ahead...Round-table editing and scoring EA 2: Senior Research Paper with the rubric!

Quarter 2, Week 5 of 10...Half-way point!

Monday, November 14

 or 

Tuesday, November 15

Due Today: None

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Strengthen writing through a variety of methods. SL.11-12.1d Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspective and determine what additional information is required.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 5 of 10. Attach to the next page of your INB.
2. After: Teacher-lead review of the basic requirements for EA 2 (p. 4 of the Research Paper Packet)
3. Then: Title the next page of your INB Socratic Seminar #4. Fold the page into four columns. Write today's date at the top-left corner. Title the columns: Questions, Personal Goal, Notes, and Reflection.
4. Next: Find your group of 3 and begin the discussion about each round's topic (look at the next lesson's Do Now). have at least 3 questions prepared for each round written in the Questions column by the end of class. Determine what sources you will need to consult during the seminar.

Target Practice: I understand and can explain the requirements for my EA 2: Research Paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Copy the text of EA 1 over to the EA 2 document shared with you in Google Classroom.
• Continue adding sources to your annotated bibliography to specifically be using in your CLAIM, COUNTERCLAIM, OR REFUTE paragraphs.

Tuesday, November 15

 or 

Wednesday, November 16

Due Today: 5 paragraph draft of EA 2 (Google Classroom Doc)

Learning Target: SL.11-12.1(all) Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions. SL.11-12.2 Integrate multiple sources of information in order to make informed decisions.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Write your Personal Goal for today's seminar.
2. After: Review rounds for Socratic Seminar #4.
• Reflecting on Obstacles to Completing EA1...and finding solutions
• Topic Troubles
• Predicting Obstacles to Completing EA2...and finding soluctions
3. Then: Conduct Socratic Seminar #4 (3 rounds @ 7-10 min. each)
4. Next: Reflect on your Personal Goal for today. Use the Reflection column to write about whether you met or did not meet your Personal Goal. Explain using evidence from the seminar and your Notes.

Target Practice: I understand and can explain the requirements for my EA 2: Research Paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Copy the MLA format for the sources already used in your research paper from the annotated bibliography to the Works Cited page of your paper. Only the MLA information should be moved.

Thursday, November 17

 or 

Friday, November 18

Due Today: Current Works Cited page

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Strengthen writing through a variety of methods.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Open your EA 2: Research Paper document and highlight these different sections/paragraphs (you will need 5 different colors):
1. Introduction
2. Claim
3. Counterclaim
4. Refute
5. Conclusion
2. After: Hit ENTER after placing the cursor at the beginning of the sentence after your first citation. You are finding a place to divide the paragraph into two new ones. You may choose another place, if you so desire. 
• HINT: Try to find places where you think the paragraph begins to give "too much information" or goes "off topic."
3. Then: Add commentary and/or evidence to complete the new paragraphs
• HINT: Watch this video to learn what commentary REALLY is meant to do.
4. Next: Continue this process as many times as you need for as many sections/paragraphs as you need.

Target Practice: I can complete a draft of my EA2: Research Paper by Wednesday @ midnight. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue revising your paper by adding information to the NEW BODY PARAGRAPHS created during class. Remember that you may use this graphic organizer to help with each one.
• Look at the EA 2: Research Paper grading rubric on the English Page of the Senior Project Site.

Looking Ahead...a draft of your EA1: Research Paper is DUE BY NEXT WEDNESDAY @ MIDNIGHT!

Quarter 2, Week 4 of 10

Monday, November 7

 or 

Wednesday, November 9

Due Today: INB Check #4

Learning Target:W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revising, or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: INB Check #4

• From	To	# of Stamps	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
  10/3	11/4	/8	INB Check #4	Leave empty

2. Then: Student/Teacher Meetings
3. After: EA 1 Self-Evaluation using attached rubric (Ideas/Structure/Languge)
4. Next: Student/Teacher Meetings

Target Practice: I can revise my EA 1: Research Paper Abstract using the rubric as a guide. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise EA 1 by Friday @ midnight
• Optional: Finish the play review by Thursday @ 2:15 (HARD COPY ONLY- see your school Gmail)

Wednesday, November 9

 or 

Thursday, November 10

Due Today: None

Learning Target:W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revising, or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 4 of 10. Attach it into your INB.
2. After: Work with a small group to read and evaluate EA 1 using the rubric (Ideas/Structure/Language)
3. Then: Revise EA 1 using responses from editing
4. Next: Student/Teacher Meetings

Target Practice: My EA 1: Research Paper Abstract is proficient or better and I am ready to create EA 2: the Research Paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise EA 1 by Friday @ midnight
• Optional: Finish the play review by Thursday @ 2:15 (HARD COPY ONLY- see your school Gmail)

Looking Ahead...How do I turn EA 1 into EA 2? See the English Page of your Senior Project Site for ideas!

Quarter 2, Week 3 of 10

Monday, October 31 or Tuesday, November 1

Due Today: None

Learning Target: W.11-12.8 Integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source and following a standard format for citation (MLA).

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 3 of 10. Attach it to the next page of your INB.
2. After: (video) How do I use in-text citations? Click here for the In-text Citation activity.
3. Then: Individual work-time for EA 1
4. Next: Individual work-time for EA 1

Target Practice: I understand and can explain how to cite sources within my Research Paper Abstract. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue Drafting EA 1 (due Friday by midnight)

Tuesday, November 1

 or 

Wednesday, November 2

Due Today: None

Learning Target: W.11-12.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to the purpose and task.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB Reflecting on my Progress. Write today's date at the top-left. Use the time provided to write about your progress toward completing EA 1 and your Annotated Bibliography. Limit your response to these topics.
2. After: Discuss any overall concerns about expectations for the draft of EA 1.
3. Then: Individual Teacher Meeting Time
4. Next: Individual Teacher Meeting Time

Target Practice: I have completed a draft of my Research Paper Abstract. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue Drafting EA 1 (due Friday by midnight)

Thursday, November 3 or Friday, November 4

Due Today: Draft of Research Paper Abstract (Friday by midnight)

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revising, or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Use this checklist to make sure your Research Paper Abstract has everything it needs to be accepted as complete. Write a paragraph in each of the empty boxes. Attach it to the next page of your INB.
2. After: Individual Teacher Meeting Time
3. Then: Individual Teacher Meeting Time
4. Next: Create INB Check #4:

From	To	# of Stamps	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
10/3	11/4	/8	INB Check #4	Leave empty

Target Practice: I am ready to have my Research Paper Abstract edited for revision on Monday/Tuesday. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete a draft of EA 1: Research Paper Abstract by Friday @ midnight
• Make sure INB Check #4 is completed for class on Monday/Tuesday
• SOCRATIC SEMINAR WILL TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY. Be prepared with questions/comments/concerns.

Looking Ahead...Socratic Seminar to Address Research Paper!

Quarter 2, Week 2 of 10

Monday, October 24 or Tuesday, October 25

Due Today: AB 10+ Thesis Statement

Learning Target: W.11-12.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through outlining and revision.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 2, Week 2 of 10. Attach it to the NEXT PAGE of the INB.
2. After: Writing the Introductory Paragraph Mini-Lesson (click here for graphic organizer)
3. Then: Learning Centers
4. Next: AB 10+ Check (must have an interview for full credit)

Target Practice: I can explain the claim, counterclaim, and refute to my argument. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue outlining the essay OR writing using the EA 1: Abstract document on Google Classroom

Tuesday, October 25 or Wednesday, October 26

Due Today: EA 1: Abstract (heading and intro paragraph)

Learning Target: W.11-12.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through outlining and revision.

Classwork

1. Do Now: 10 minute outlining OR paragraph-writing time
2. After: Body Paragraph Mini-Lesson using this graphic organizer
3. Then: 20 minute individual writing time
4. Next: Transition word review using this list

Target Practice: I can write body paragraphs for my essay using effective transition words. Fist-5?

Homework

• Finish outlining the essay OR writing using the EA 1: Abstract document on Google Classroom

Thursday, October 27 and Friday, October 28

Due Today: Completed Outline for EA 1

Learning Target: W.11-12.1 Write arguments in support of claims. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through outlining and revision.

Classwork

1. Do Now: 10 minute writing time for introduction, body, or conclusion paragraphs.
2. After: Conclusion Paragraph Mini-Lesson with this graphic organizer 
3. Then: 20 minute individual writing time
4. Next: Outline Check (can use any PRINT options provided, but MUST include sources)

Target Practice: I can effectively write a draft of my EA 1: Research Paper Abstract. Fist-5?

Homework

• writing using the EA 1: Abstract document on Google Classroom

Looking Ahead...How do I cite my sources within the text?

Quarter 2, Week 1 of 10

Monday, October 17 
or
Tuesday, October 18
Due Today: None

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Identify two or more main ideas and support with evidence from the text. W.11-12.10 Write for short and extended periods of time on a variety of topics.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Attach Quarter 2, Week 1 of 10 to the next page in Section 2 of your INB.
2. After: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB Preparing for Quarter 2. In this free-response, write about whatever you like for the ENTIRE time provided. If you cannot think of anything, topics are listed below.
• How was the first quarter of your Senior year?
• Did the break provide a rest and recharge? Why or why not?
• What do you expect from the second half of this course?
3. Then: Attach the documents provided in the space indicated and annotate.
• First page of Section 2- Critical Dates to Remember
• Second page of Section 2- Snapshot of the Research Paper Process
4. Next: Perseverance... Just watch this guy!

Target Practice: I know the critical dates for Quarter 2 and what needs to be done by them. Fist-5?

Homework

• Add two more sources to your annotated bibliography by midnight on Friday. If you do not have an interview yet, ONE OF THEM MUST BE AN INTERVIEW!

Tuesday, October 18 or Wednesday, October 19

Due Today: None

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Identify two or more main ideas and support with evidence from the text. W.11-12.5 Improve writing through planning, outlining, editing, revising or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Attach the blue EA 1: Writing the Research Paper Abstract sheet to the next page of your notebook. Read and annotate, then share notes with an elbow-partner.
2. After: Look at the Sample EA 1: Research Abstract linked here. Score by yourself using the rubric in your notebook.
3. Then: Look at the Sample B EA 2: Research Paper linked here. What are the differences between EA 1 and EA 2?
4. Next: Begin outlining your ideas for the EA 1: Research Abstract. Attach the outline to the NEXT PAGE of your INB. There will be additional time for this next class, as well.

Target Practice: I can begin to outline my ideas for EA 1, the research paper abstract. Fist-5?

Homework

• Add two more sources to your annotated bibliography by midnight on Friday. If you do not have an interview yet, ONE OF THEM MUST BE AN INTERVIEW!

Thursday, October 20 or Friday, October 21

Due Today: AB 10+ (by Friday @ midnight)

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Improve writing through planning, outlining, editing, revising or trying a new method.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Continue outlining your ideas for the EA 1: Research Abstract. There will be additional time for this next class, as well.
2. After: If you are ready, begin drafting your research abstract using the document provided in Google Classroom.
3. Then: Individual student work-time
4. Next: (time-permitting) Fact vs. Opinion and the Role of Bias, Why is the American government the best government in the world?, Nick Naylor and the Art of Argumentation

Target Practice: I can finish the outline for my research abstract or begin writing my abstract. Fist-5?

Homework

• Finish the outline for your research paper abstract. We will begin drafting in class on Monday/Tuesday.

Looking ahead...Writing the research abstract.

Quarter 1, Week 10 of 10 (Last One!)

Monday, October 3 or Tuesday, October 4

Due Today: Hall Pass

Learning Target: RI.11-12.3 Analyze a complex set or sequence of ideas. W.11-12.10 Write routinely over a short time-period (reflection).

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and annotate Quarter 1, Week 10 of 10.
2. After: Title the NEXT PAGE of your INB Reflecting on EA 2. Respond the Reflection prompt on workbook p. 81 in the time provided. Remember that a reflection should:
• describe your specific EA topic
• discuss what you learned from the activity and what you did well
• discuss what you could have done better and how you will deal with that on future EAs 
3. Then:
4. Create INB Check #3
(inside cover of your INB)
• From: 9/10
• To: 10/3 or 4
• Stamps: /8
• Name: Check #3
• Score: empty
• Peer Initial: get one
5. Next: Attach the workbook checklist to the inside cover of your workbook and complete.

Target Practice: I can identify areas of strength and improvement needs based on my EA 2: Reflective Essay . Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise EA2 in Google Classroom. The final draft is due by midnight on Friday.
• Complete any incomplete work from class today

Tuesday, October 4 or Wednesday, October 5

Due Today: Hall Pass, INB Check #3, Workbook Check

Learning Target: W.11-12.1a Introduce precise and knowledgeable claims based on research and evidence.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Complete the Student Survey linked here (please read each question carefully)
2. After: Individual work time for EA 2 (time-permitting)
3. Then: Create Section 2 of your INB
4. Next: Complete Planning the Research section of your Annotated Bibliography

Target Practice: I am familiar enough with my senior paper research to write a preliminary thesis statement next class. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue revising your personal narrative (Final due Friday)
• Continue adding to your annotated bibliography- AN INTERVIEW MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR USE BY THE BEGINNING OF QUARTER 2.

Thursday, October 6 or Friday, October 7

Due Today: Hall Pass, EA 2 Final (Friday)

Learning Target: W.11-12.1a Introduce precise and knowledgeable claims based on research and evidence.

Classwork

1. Do Now: ***INB Section 2***Using the research in Section 5 of your INB, write a thesis statement in the style of Example 1 on the sheet provided (pp. 12-13 of the Senior Paper Packet)
2. After: Discuss the differences between the three kinds of thesis statements
3. Then: EBSCO Research Time (2 more sources will be required in Quarter 2)
4. Next: Complete Creating and Revising a Thesis Statement and Developing a Thesis Statement (pp. 12-13 of the Senior Paper Packet)

Target Practice: I create several versions of a thesis statement for my Senior Paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue revising your personal narrative. THERE WILL BE NO MORE CLASSTIME FOR THIS EMBEDDED ASSESSEMENT. Final Draft is due by midnight on Friday, October 7.
• Complete the Creating and Revising a Thesis Statement (pp. 12-13) document by next class
• Continue adding to your annotated bibliography- AN INTERVIEW MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR USE BY THE BEGINNING OF QUARTER 2.

Looking ahead...Have a great break! Senior Paper starts in Quarter 2.