Today:
We had 3 people who worked hard typing up the short stories.
REMINDER TO E-MAIL ME YOUR SHORT STORY DRAFTS BY FRIDAY IF POSSIBLE! HAPPY HOLIDAYS :)
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Monday, December 21, 2009
GROUP 03 - REMINDER TO GET YOUR SHORT STORY DRAFT IN!
I WOULD LIKE ALL DRAFTS E-MAILED TO ME IF POSSIBLE BEFORE FRIDAY SO I CAN HAVE FEEDBACK READY FOR YOU WHEN YOU RETURN FROM THE HOLIDAYS. HAVE A GREAT BREAK!
44TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XIII
Today:
Many of you were not here :(
Everyone was given time to type up the short stories.
I WOULD LIKE ALL DRAFTS E-MAILED TO ME IF POSSIBLE BEFORE FRIDAY SO I CAN HAVE THEM READY WITH FEEDBACK WHEN YOU GET BACK FROM THE HOLIDAYS. HAVE A GREAT BREAK!
Many of you were not here :(
Everyone was given time to type up the short stories.
I WOULD LIKE ALL DRAFTS E-MAILED TO ME IF POSSIBLE BEFORE FRIDAY SO I CAN HAVE THEM READY WITH FEEDBACK WHEN YOU GET BACK FROM THE HOLIDAYS. HAVE A GREAT BREAK!
Thursday, December 17, 2009
43RD CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES XII & SECRET ELF
Today:
1) You were given time to work on your story.
2) You wrote your name down on paper and put it in a hat.
3) You picked another name from the hat and became that person's secret elf.
4) We reviewed 3 different types of rhyming schemes and went over some examples Mr. Parker helped create.
5) You designed a card for your person and began creating a complimentary poem for her/him.
If you missed class:
See me to be paired with a person.
For Monday, December 21 (Day 4) or before:
Please either make (creativity goes a long way) or get ($2-no more than $5) a present for your person. You can give your card, poem, and present to that person during class on Monday.
1) You were given time to work on your story.
2) You wrote your name down on paper and put it in a hat.
3) You picked another name from the hat and became that person's secret elf.
4) We reviewed 3 different types of rhyming schemes and went over some examples Mr. Parker helped create.
5) You designed a card for your person and began creating a complimentary poem for her/him.
If you missed class:
See me to be paired with a person.
For Monday, December 21 (Day 4) or before:
Please either make (creativity goes a long way) or get ($2-no more than $5) a present for your person. You can give your card, poem, and present to that person during class on Monday.
42ND CLASS - GROUPS 01 & 03 - SHORT STORY LES XI/XII
Wednesday, December 16, 2009:
1) We reviewed the power of imagery and descriptive writing.
2) You were given time to peer conference and revise.
3) You shared your best imagery idea with the rest of the class.
4) We had a mini-lesson on correct dialogue structure.
5) You began revising your short stories following that structure.
Continue updating your story.
1) We reviewed the power of imagery and descriptive writing.
2) You were given time to peer conference and revise.
3) You shared your best imagery idea with the rest of the class.
4) We had a mini-lesson on correct dialogue structure.
5) You began revising your short stories following that structure.
Continue updating your story.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
41ST CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES XI
Today:
1) You finished any previous tasks.
2) You took your story to at least 3 different people to peer edit for spelling and grammar.
3) You handed your story in to me.
If you missed class:
Please get your story in to me.
1) You finished any previous tasks.
2) You took your story to at least 3 different people to peer edit for spelling and grammar.
3) You handed your story in to me.
If you missed class:
Please get your story in to me.
Monday, December 14, 2009
41ST CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES X
Today:
1) You were given peer-conference time today.
If you missed class:
Be ready for...
Next class Thursday, December 17:
Your first draft must be fully completed.
1) You were given peer-conference time today.
If you missed class:
Be ready for...
Next class Thursday, December 17:
Your first draft must be fully completed.
40TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES X
Friday, December 11, 2009:
You spent the day peer-conferencing your work.
If you missed class, be ready for...
Next class Tuesday, December 15, 2009:
All first drafts should be fully completed.
You spent the day peer-conferencing your work.
If you missed class, be ready for...
Next class Tuesday, December 15, 2009:
All first drafts should be fully completed.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
40TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Today:
1) You practiced presenting the career poster you made before.
2) You went to the cafeteria.
3) Secondary 1 students in Mrs. Ross' class came and viewed your presentation, then took part in evaluating your poster and presentation.
4) You completed a self-assessment.
No one missed class! Bravo :)
1) You practiced presenting the career poster you made before.
2) You went to the cafeteria.
3) Secondary 1 students in Mrs. Ross' class came and viewed your presentation, then took part in evaluating your poster and presentation.
4) You completed a self-assessment.
No one missed class! Bravo :)
39TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VIIII
Today:
1) You peer conferenced.
2) You wrote individually.
3) You peer conferenced.
If you missed class, please be ready for...
Next class Friday, December 11 (Day 8):
Your first draft is due at the beginning of class. The plot elements should be written and circled where they arise in your story.
1) You peer conferenced.
2) You wrote individually.
3) You peer conferenced.
If you missed class, please be ready for...
Next class Friday, December 11 (Day 8):
Your first draft is due at the beginning of class. The plot elements should be written and circled where they arise in your story.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
39TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES VIIII
Today:
1) Half of the class was gone because of the snow storm.
2) You were given time to make sure 500 words were written.
3) You wrote your central conflict in your story.
4) You wrote then circled each element of plot in your story.
5) We watched a part of The Lion King movie.
If you missed class:
Be sure you do #2-4 above.
Next class Thursday, December 10 (Day 7):
Reminder - you are presenting your career posters to cycle 1 students.
1) Half of the class was gone because of the snow storm.
2) You were given time to make sure 500 words were written.
3) You wrote your central conflict in your story.
4) You wrote then circled each element of plot in your story.
5) We watched a part of The Lion King movie.
If you missed class:
Be sure you do #2-4 above.
Next class Thursday, December 10 (Day 7):
Reminder - you are presenting your career posters to cycle 1 students.
38TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VIII
Today:
1) You peer conferenced about your central conflict and plot structure.
2) As a class we discussed dialogue, imagery, and descriptive writing.
3) You were given time to individually write.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person.
1) You peer conferenced about your central conflict and plot structure.
2) As a class we discussed dialogue, imagery, and descriptive writing.
3) You were given time to individually write.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
37TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VII
Today:
1) We briefly reviewed your character development work and the plot structure.
2) You were given time to peer-conference.
3) You individually continued writing your draft.
4) You were given time to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Be sure you are ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9 (Day 5):
500 words minimum of your draft is due and will be checked at the beginning of class.
1) We briefly reviewed your character development work and the plot structure.
2) You were given time to peer-conference.
3) You individually continued writing your draft.
4) You were given time to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Be sure you are ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9 (Day 5):
500 words minimum of your draft is due and will be checked at the beginning of class.
Monday, December 7, 2009
38TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES VII
Today:
1) You had 10 minutes to peer-conference your protagonist-driven short story so far.
2) You had a good chunk of time to individually aim to complete 500 words of your first draft.
3) You had 10 more minutes to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Please do the above work to be ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9:
I will be checking 500 words are drafted.
1) You had 10 minutes to peer-conference your protagonist-driven short story so far.
2) You had a good chunk of time to individually aim to complete 500 words of your first draft.
3) You had 10 more minutes to peer-conference.
If you missed class:
Please do the above work to be ready for...
Next class Wednesday, December 9:
I will be checking 500 words are drafted.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
37TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CONTINUING SHORT STORY LES VI
Today:
1) We reviewed the plot structure of a short story.
2) We discussed the story of the Lion King.
3) In pairs, you matched parts of the story with the correct element of plot.
4) As a class we reviewed the task.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person to catch up on the task.
1) We reviewed the plot structure of a short story.
2) We discussed the story of the Lion King.
3) In pairs, you matched parts of the story with the correct element of plot.
4) As a class we reviewed the task.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person to catch up on the task.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
36TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CTBS PREP
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
We took a break from the Short Story LES so you could prepare for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.
We took a break from the Short Story LES so you could prepare for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.
Monday, November 30, 2009
35TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CTBS PREP
Today:
We took a break from the Short Story LES and spent the period preparing for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.
If you missed class: Please see me.
We took a break from the Short Story LES and spent the period preparing for the Canadian Test of Basic Skills.
If you missed class: Please see me.
Friday, November 27, 2009
35TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES VI
Today:
1) We reviewed the stages of the plot diagram.
2) We reviewed the main parts of the story of the Lion King.
3) We discussed the central conflict of the Lion King.
4) In pairs, you decided where each part went on the plot diagram.
5) Individually, you continued writing your own short story trying to mesh out up to the "key incident" of your own character-driven plot.
If you missed class: Please see me.
1) We reviewed the stages of the plot diagram.
2) We reviewed the main parts of the story of the Lion King.
3) We discussed the central conflict of the Lion King.
4) In pairs, you decided where each part went on the plot diagram.
5) Individually, you continued writing your own short story trying to mesh out up to the "key incident" of your own character-driven plot.
If you missed class: Please see me.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
34TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES V
Today:
Using the information you created about your protagonist...
1) Individually, you wrote the first draft of the exposition phase of the short story.
2) You peer-reviewed drafts checking for description of characters, time, and place.
3) You updated your draft.
4) You chose 2-3 sentences of your exposition and read it. It was inspiring to hear the different approaches and styles that are surfacing in your writing.
If you missed class:
Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and see me before...
Next class Monday, November 30 (Day 9):
We are moving on with the plot your protagonist is creating...
Using the information you created about your protagonist...
1) Individually, you wrote the first draft of the exposition phase of the short story.
2) You peer-reviewed drafts checking for description of characters, time, and place.
3) You updated your draft.
4) You chose 2-3 sentences of your exposition and read it. It was inspiring to hear the different approaches and styles that are surfacing in your writing.
If you missed class:
Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and see me before...
Next class Monday, November 30 (Day 9):
We are moving on with the plot your protagonist is creating...
34TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES III
Today:
Preparing to write your own short story...
1) Individually, you answered several questions about your protagonist.
2) You shared that information with your partner.
3) You participated in a drama activity to help you understand your character. You put yourself in your "character's shoes" and lived a day in the life as her/him.
4) We discussed the 4 types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.
6) We reviewed the exposition phase of the short story plot.
7) You wrote a 1st draft of your exposition, focusing on character description, time, and setting.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person for the notes and me to catch up for...
Next class Friday, November 27 (Day 8):
Your first draft of the exposition is due.
Preparing to write your own short story...
1) Individually, you answered several questions about your protagonist.
2) You shared that information with your partner.
3) You participated in a drama activity to help you understand your character. You put yourself in your "character's shoes" and lived a day in the life as her/him.
4) We discussed the 4 types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.
6) We reviewed the exposition phase of the short story plot.
7) You wrote a 1st draft of your exposition, focusing on character description, time, and setting.
If you missed class:
See your "go-to" person for the notes and me to catch up for...
Next class Friday, November 27 (Day 8):
Your first draft of the exposition is due.
33RD CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES IV
Wednesday, November 25, 2009:
Leading up to the short story you will be creating...
1) Individually, you answered many questions about your protagonist.
2) You then shared it with your partner.
3) Individually, you did a drama activity living a day in the life of your protagonist.
4) We discussed the four types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.
Leading up to the short story you will be creating...
1) Individually, you answered many questions about your protagonist.
2) You then shared it with your partner.
3) Individually, you did a drama activity living a day in the life of your protagonist.
4) We discussed the four types of central conflict.
5) You discussed the central conflict of your story with your partner.
33RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES II
Wednesday, November 25, 2009:
1) Groups were given a focus question and presented short story elements to everyone.
2) We reviewed the structure of plot in relation to the story.
1) Groups were given a focus question and presented short story elements to everyone.
2) We reviewed the structure of plot in relation to the story.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
32ND CLASS - GROUP 03 - SHORT STORY LES
Today:
1) We reviewed elements of and questions about the short story.
2) You chose to listen and read along to a story as a whole class.
3) In small groups, you answered the questions.
If you missed class: See me ASAP for the story and questions.
1) We reviewed elements of and questions about the short story.
2) You chose to listen and read along to a story as a whole class.
3) In small groups, you answered the questions.
If you missed class: See me ASAP for the story and questions.
Monday, November 23, 2009
32ND CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES III
Today:
1) Using your assignments you were given a specific section and presented it in groups to the class.
2) You discussed the elements of plot, then chose a speaker to represent each group and where your group chose each element of plot in the story.
If you missed class: See me.
1) Using your assignments you were given a specific section and presented it in groups to the class.
2) You discussed the elements of plot, then chose a speaker to represent each group and where your group chose each element of plot in the story.
If you missed class: See me.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
31ST CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY LES II
Today:
1) We discussed the short story elements.
2) We finished reading the short story.
3) In pairs, you worked on an assignment using the story.
If you missed class: I will catch you up on Monday.
Next class Monday, November 22, 2009: Aside from the 2 students who were absent, the assignment is due at the beginning of class.
1) We discussed the short story elements.
2) We finished reading the short story.
3) In pairs, you worked on an assignment using the story.
If you missed class: I will catch you up on Monday.
Next class Monday, November 22, 2009: Aside from the 2 students who were absent, the assignment is due at the beginning of class.
Monday, November 16, 2009
30 & 31ST CLASS - GROUP 03 - OPEN HOUSE PREPARATION & POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Friday, November 13 & Monday, November 16, 2009:
1) You created multi-genre writing pieces about your experiences at QHS for open house.
2) Ms. McDonald's secondary 2 class came and you presented your Career Posters to them while they evaluated you.
3) You completed a self-evaluation.
4) You listened to their feedback.
If you missed class or were not prepared: See you tomorrow at noon in the computer lab with your poster ready to present.
1) You created multi-genre writing pieces about your experiences at QHS for open house.
2) Ms. McDonald's secondary 2 class came and you presented your Career Posters to them while they evaluated you.
3) You completed a self-evaluation.
4) You listened to their feedback.
If you missed class or were not prepared: See you tomorrow at noon in the computer lab with your poster ready to present.
29 & 30TH CLASSES - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTER PRACTICE AND SHORT STORY LES
Thursday, November 12 & Monday, November 16, 2009:
1) Essays were appreciated from the previous LES.
2) We reviewed the evaluation rubric secondary 2 students would be evaluating you with this upcoming week.
3) We began focusing on the short story by focusing on various elements. We began reading a short story discussing those elements.
If you missed class: Come get the short story from me and copy the notes from your "go-to" person.
1) Essays were appreciated from the previous LES.
2) We reviewed the evaluation rubric secondary 2 students would be evaluating you with this upcoming week.
3) We began focusing on the short story by focusing on various elements. We began reading a short story discussing those elements.
If you missed class: Come get the short story from me and copy the notes from your "go-to" person.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
29TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CAREER POSTER IV
Today:
1) You brought your good poster to class.
2) We celebrated successful essays. Thanks those of you who read what clearly took a great deal of work!
3) We discussed how your poster is being evaluated.
4) We discussed how your poster and your presentation is being peer-evaluated by secondary 2 students.
5) In pairs, you took turns practicing presenting your posters, asked questions, and gave each other feedback.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
1) You brought your good poster to class.
2) We celebrated successful essays. Thanks those of you who read what clearly took a great deal of work!
3) We discussed how your poster is being evaluated.
4) We discussed how your poster and your presentation is being peer-evaluated by secondary 2 students.
5) In pairs, you took turns practicing presenting your posters, asked questions, and gave each other feedback.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
27 & 28TH CLASSES - BOTH GROUPS 01 & 03 - CAREER POSTERS II-III
Yesterday & Today:
You finished your draft poster, had 2 people peer-edit it for everyone on your assignmen handout, then corrected it.
Group 01 - The good copy is due Thursday, November 12 (Day 9)
Group 03 - The good copy is due tomorrow, November 11 (Day 8)
You finished your draft poster, had 2 people peer-edit it for everyone on your assignmen handout, then corrected it.
Group 01 - The good copy is due Thursday, November 12 (Day 9)
Group 03 - The good copy is due tomorrow, November 11 (Day 8)
Friday, November 6, 2009
26TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CAREER POSTERS I
Please read the group 01 post below. It is exactly the same.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
26TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CAREER POSTERS I
Today:
1) Any remaining DEAR journals were collected.
2) You began the follow-up project from Take Our Teens To Work Day: creating an information poster targeted at cycle 1 students. You will have the chance to teach your profession that you job shadowed to cycle 1 students during an upcoming Career Fair.
If you missed class: See or e-mail me for the outline because...
Next class Monday, November 9 (Day 6): Your first draft is due at the beginning of class (including all writing you plan on writing on your good copy). Be prepared to peer-edit another person's poster.
1) Any remaining DEAR journals were collected.
2) You began the follow-up project from Take Our Teens To Work Day: creating an information poster targeted at cycle 1 students. You will have the chance to teach your profession that you job shadowed to cycle 1 students during an upcoming Career Fair.
If you missed class: See or e-mail me for the outline because...
Next class Monday, November 9 (Day 6): Your first draft is due at the beginning of class (including all writing you plan on writing on your good copy). Be prepared to peer-edit another person's poster.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
25TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - SHORT STORY
Today:
1) As a whole class, we brainstormed what makes a short story.
2) You got into groups of 4-5 and created your own 200 word story including those things. One person in your group wrote, and everyone spoke. Each person added a word at a time.
3) You started to read what you created in your group to the class.
1) As a whole class, we brainstormed what makes a short story.
2) You got into groups of 4-5 and created your own 200 word story including those things. One person in your group wrote, and everyone spoke. Each person added a word at a time.
3) You started to read what you created in your group to the class.
Monday, November 2, 2009
25TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINAL DRAFT
Today:
1) We reveiwed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.
1) We reveiwed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.
24TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINAL DRAFT
Today:
1) We reviewed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy by tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.
1) We reviewed the essay evaluation rubric.
2) You were given the class to do final revisions and type up your good essay copy.
3) It is due via e-mail or hard copy by tomorrow morning.
If you missed class: Get your good copy in ASAP.
Friday, October 30, 2009
24TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINALIZING, PICTURE OF PERSON, SPOOKY STORY GAME
Today:
1) You were given time to finish your second draft if needed.
2) You finished your picture of your person.
3) You got into groups of 4-5 and played the Spooky Story Game. One person recorded and each person said one word at a time to create a 100 word spooky story.
4) Your groups read them to the rest of the class.
If you missed class: I need your second draft.
Next class Monday, November 2 (Day 1): You will be typing up your good copy and handing it in.
1) You were given time to finish your second draft if needed.
2) You finished your picture of your person.
3) You got into groups of 4-5 and played the Spooky Story Game. One person recorded and each person said one word at a time to create a 100 word spooky story.
4) Your groups read them to the rest of the class.
If you missed class: I need your second draft.
Next class Monday, November 2 (Day 1): You will be typing up your good copy and handing it in.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
23RD POST - GROUP 01 - SECOND DRAFTS, PICTURES OF YOUR PERSON FOR COVER
Today:
You worked on the exact thing as group 03 below.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be completed. Please hand it in ASAP.
You worked on the exact thing as group 03 below.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be completed. Please hand it in ASAP.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
23RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - SECOND DRAFTS, PICTURE OF YOUR PERSON FOR COVER
Today:
1) You finished your peer-editing.
2) You finished writing out your second draft and handed it in.
3) You began drawing the person you are writing about in your essay to be used for your polished piece front page.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be finished for...
Next class Friday, October 30 (Day 10).
1) You finished your peer-editing.
2) You finished writing out your second draft and handed it in.
3) You began drawing the person you are writing about in your essay to be used for your polished piece front page.
If you missed class: Your second draft should be finished for...
Next class Friday, October 30 (Day 10).
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
22ND CLASS - GROUPS 01 AND 03 - FINISH PEER-EDITING, TRANSITION WORDS, SECOND DRAFTS
Today:
1) You finished having your first draft edited by 2 people following the checklist.
2) You revised and corrected your first draft.
3) You edited 2 other peoples' essays.
4) We had a language lesson on transition words.
5) You began adding your transition words to your work.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person for the language lesson on transition words.
1) You finished having your first draft edited by 2 people following the checklist.
2) You revised and corrected your first draft.
3) You edited 2 other peoples' essays.
4) We had a language lesson on transition words.
5) You began adding your transition words to your work.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person for the language lesson on transition words.
Monday, October 26, 2009
21ST CLASS - GROUPS 01 & 03 - REMEDIATION AND CATCH UP
Today:
In both sections, you were given time to work on your 1st draft, peer-editing, and began your second draft.
If you missed class: It is VERY important your first draft is completed.
In both sections, you were given time to work on your 1st draft, peer-editing, and began your second draft.
If you missed class: It is VERY important your first draft is completed.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
20TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FINISHED FIRST DRAFT
Yesterday:
1) You brought extra research about your person.
2) Finished your graphic organizers and handed them in.
3) Finished your first drafts and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
1) You brought extra research about your person.
2) Finished your graphic organizers and handed them in.
3) Finished your first drafts and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
20TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FINISHED FIRST DRAFT AND PEER-EDITING
Today:
1) We caught up and celebrated October birthdays.
2) You finished your essay rough draft.
3) You started peer-editing.
If you missed class: Make sure your ROUGH draft is completed for...
Next class Monday, October 26 (Day 6)
1) We caught up and celebrated October birthdays.
2) You finished your essay rough draft.
3) You started peer-editing.
If you missed class: Make sure your ROUGH draft is completed for...
Next class Monday, October 26 (Day 6)
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
19TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WEBBING AND 1ST ESSAY DRAFT
Today:
1) You received evaluations.
2) We reviewed the webbing organizers.
3) We went to the computer lab and you finished your organizers and handed them in.
4) Everyone started their first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me for the webbing organizer.
Next class Thursday, October 22 (Day 4): I trust you will have your evaluations signed by your parents/guardians when I check at the beginning of class.
1) You received evaluations.
2) We reviewed the webbing organizers.
3) We went to the computer lab and you finished your organizers and handed them in.
4) Everyone started their first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me for the webbing organizer.
Next class Thursday, October 22 (Day 4): I trust you will have your evaluations signed by your parents/guardians when I check at the beginning of class.
Monday, October 19, 2009
19TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - RESEARCH ORGANIZERS
Today:
1) You received assignment evaluations.
2) We went over a webbing strategy to use with everything we've done and your research.
3) You began using the webbing strategy to get your ready for your first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
1) You received assignment evaluations.
2) We went over a webbing strategy to use with everything we've done and your research.
3) You began using the webbing strategy to get your ready for your first essay draft.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
17TH & 18TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PARAGRAPHS, THESIS STATEMENTS, WEBBING
The last 2 classes:
1) You completed your 3 paragraph assignment.
2) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
3) You completed your thesis statement assignment.
4) We went over a webbing strategy to use with your chosen research person.
5) You began working with the webbing strategy.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
1) You completed your 3 paragraph assignment.
2) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
3) You completed your thesis statement assignment.
4) We went over a webbing strategy to use with your chosen research person.
5) You began working with the webbing strategy.
If you missed class: See me ASAP.
Friday, October 16, 2009
18TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - RESEARCH
Today:
1) You were given the class to research your chosen person for your essay.
If you missed class: Make sure you are ready for...
Next class Monday, October 19 (Day 1): You need your research printed. Important parts need to be highlighted and your own thoughts need to be written in.
1) You were given the class to research your chosen person for your essay.
If you missed class: Make sure you are ready for...
Next class Monday, October 19 (Day 1): You need your research printed. Important parts need to be highlighted and your own thoughts need to be written in.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
17TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - REMEDIATION
Today:
1) We reviewed all of recent assignment evaluations and had a review language lesson.
2) You reflected on areas you need to be aware of improving. You then updated your assignments in any places they were incorrect.
3) You wrote a PERFECT paragraph and thesis statement and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me for your assignments and to get the one that was due in.
Next class Friday, October 16 (Day 10): Evaluations need to be signed by your parents or guardians.
1) We reviewed all of recent assignment evaluations and had a review language lesson.
2) You reflected on areas you need to be aware of improving. You then updated your assignments in any places they were incorrect.
3) You wrote a PERFECT paragraph and thesis statement and handed them in.
If you missed class: See me for your assignments and to get the one that was due in.
Next class Friday, October 16 (Day 10): Evaluations need to be signed by your parents or guardians.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
16TH CLASS - GROUPS 01 AND 03 - DEVELOPING AND CLOSING SENTENCES, AND THESIS STATEMENTS
Today:
Group 03
1) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
2) You wrote 7 thesis statements including the three main parts.
3) You self-edited then peer-edited the work.
4) The assignment was due at the end of class.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me and get the assignment in.
Group 01
1) You received your 10 leads/topic sentence evaluations.
2) We had a language lesson on developing sentences and closing sentences.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me so you can hand your assignment next class.
Next class Thursday, October 15: You should have 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph will have a) a lead/topic sentence, b) 4-5 supporting sentences, and 3) 1 closing sentence. The three paragraphs will be collected at the beginning of class.
Group 03
1) We had a language lesson on thesis statements.
2) You wrote 7 thesis statements including the three main parts.
3) You self-edited then peer-edited the work.
4) The assignment was due at the end of class.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me and get the assignment in.
Group 01
1) You received your 10 leads/topic sentence evaluations.
2) We had a language lesson on developing sentences and closing sentences.
If you missed class, see your "go-to" person or me so you can hand your assignment next class.
Next class Thursday, October 15: You should have 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph will have a) a lead/topic sentence, b) 4-5 supporting sentences, and 3) 1 closing sentence. The three paragraphs will be collected at the beginning of class.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
15TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - LEAD SENTENCES
Today:
1) We had a language lesson on Leads/Topic sentences.
2) You wrote 10 leads.
3) You edited another person's leads.
4) You shared your work with your peers and handed it in.
If you missed class: Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and get your assignment to me ASAP.
Have a great long weekend!
1) We had a language lesson on Leads/Topic sentences.
2) You wrote 10 leads.
3) You edited another person's leads.
4) You shared your work with your peers and handed it in.
If you missed class: Copy your notes from your "go-to" person and get your assignment to me ASAP.
Have a great long weekend!
15TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - SUPPORTING SENTENCES, CLOSING SENTENCES, AND THESIS STATEMENTS
Today:
1) We had a language lesson on supporting sentences.
2) You picked 3 leads/topic sentences you wrote from last class.
3) You wrote 4-5 supporting sentences for each lead/topic sentence you chose.
4) We had a language lesson on closing sentences.
5) You wrote a closing sentence at the end of your above work, so
6) The end result looked like 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph had a lead, 4-5 supporting sentences, and a closing sentence.
7) You read your paragraphs to your peers focusing on volume and slow pacing.
8) You had a language lesson on the thesis statement of persuasive essays.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person to copy the notes and catch up on the above assignment. You can also see me. Please hand your work in ASAP.
For next class Tuesday, October 13 (Day 7): You need more research of your chosen person who had a positive or negative influence on Canadian society. Have a good long weekend! Enjoy the weather.
1) We had a language lesson on supporting sentences.
2) You picked 3 leads/topic sentences you wrote from last class.
3) You wrote 4-5 supporting sentences for each lead/topic sentence you chose.
4) We had a language lesson on closing sentences.
5) You wrote a closing sentence at the end of your above work, so
6) The end result looked like 3 paragraphs. Each paragraph had a lead, 4-5 supporting sentences, and a closing sentence.
7) You read your paragraphs to your peers focusing on volume and slow pacing.
8) You had a language lesson on the thesis statement of persuasive essays.
If you missed class: See your "go-to" person to copy the notes and catch up on the above assignment. You can also see me. Please hand your work in ASAP.
For next class Tuesday, October 13 (Day 7): You need more research of your chosen person who had a positive or negative influence on Canadian society. Have a good long weekend! Enjoy the weather.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
14TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - LEAD/TOPIC SENTENCES
Today:
1) We finished the research presentations.
2) We discussed how your research is building your knowledge for your essays.
3) We had a language lesson on lead/topic sentences.
4) You created 10 topic sentences about anything.
5) You edited your parnter's topic sentences making sure it a) introduces a topic, b) states an opininon, c) lets the reader know supporting evidence/proof is to follow.
6) You handed that work in.
If you missed class: Copy the missed notes from your "go to" person, complete the assignment, have them edit it, and hand it in to me. If you have any questions, see me ASAP. There is also homework for tomorrow (below).
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): You need to have more research about your person (for the essay) completed and brought to class.
1) We finished the research presentations.
2) We discussed how your research is building your knowledge for your essays.
3) We had a language lesson on lead/topic sentences.
4) You created 10 topic sentences about anything.
5) You edited your parnter's topic sentences making sure it a) introduces a topic, b) states an opininon, c) lets the reader know supporting evidence/proof is to follow.
6) You handed that work in.
If you missed class: Copy the missed notes from your "go to" person, complete the assignment, have them edit it, and hand it in to me. If you have any questions, see me ASAP. There is also homework for tomorrow (below).
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): You need to have more research about your person (for the essay) completed and brought to class.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
14TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATIONS
Today:
1) We briefly reviewed DEAR journals.
2) We reviewed strategies of success.
3) You each presented your 1 chosen person. Excellent variety and depth of research!
If you missed class: You will present at the beginning of next class.
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): If you did not present, you will have a chance to.
1) We briefly reviewed DEAR journals.
2) We reviewed strategies of success.
3) You each presented your 1 chosen person. Excellent variety and depth of research!
If you missed class: You will present at the beginning of next class.
Next class Thursday, October 8 (Day 6): If you did not present, you will have a chance to.
Friday, October 2, 2009
13TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - BLOG REVIEW AND FIVE-STAR RESEARCH
Today:
1) We reviewed the changes to this blog.
2) You had the class to research your 3 people.
If you missed class: Please finish your reserach.
Next class Tuesday, October 6 (Day 4): Be prepared to present 1 of your 3 people.
Have a good weekend.
1) We reviewed the changes to this blog.
2) You had the class to research your 3 people.
If you missed class: Please finish your reserach.
Next class Tuesday, October 6 (Day 4): Be prepared to present 1 of your 3 people.
Have a good weekend.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
13TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - AVOIDING PLAGIARISM & RESEARH PRESENTATIONS
Today:
1) You brought your 5-star research on 3 different people.
2) We discussed 4 easy steps to avoid plagiarism.
3) You chose 1 person you researched and presented that person.
If you missed class: Copy your class notes from your "go to" person.
Next class Wednesday, October 7 (Day 5): We will finish the presentations.
1) You brought your 5-star research on 3 different people.
2) We discussed 4 easy steps to avoid plagiarism.
3) You chose 1 person you researched and presented that person.
If you missed class: Copy your class notes from your "go to" person.
Next class Wednesday, October 7 (Day 5): We will finish the presentations.
12TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - FIVE STAR RESEARCH
Today:
1) You brought your lists and shared one person with the class.
2) We did the exact same thing as the 03 post below, EXCEPT
Next class October 2 (Day 2): I will give you more time tomorrow to finish your research questions.
If you missed class: Read the post below and begin researching if possible.
1) You brought your lists and shared one person with the class.
2) We did the exact same thing as the 03 post below, EXCEPT
Next class October 2 (Day 2): I will give you more time tomorrow to finish your research questions.
If you missed class: Read the post below and begin researching if possible.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
12TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - FIVE STAR RESEARCH
Today:
You spent most of class in the computer lab and library researching three people who you think have had a positive or negative impact on Canadian Society.
The person does not have to be Canadian.
For each person, you need a brief description of:
1) Who was it?
2) What did that person do to influence Canadian society? (Good or bad.)
3) Where did it happen? (One place, many places, in or outside of Canada.)
4) When did it happen? (Remember, it cannot be earlier than January, 2009.)
5) Why did the event/sequence of events happen? (What was the purpose of it happening?)
6) How did the event/sequence of events take place? (Break it down step-by-step.)
If you missed class: You will need to complete the above information for next class. See me at noon in computer lab 216 tomorrow (Thursday) if you need help.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Your research is due at the beginning of class.
You spent most of class in the computer lab and library researching three people who you think have had a positive or negative impact on Canadian Society.
The person does not have to be Canadian.
For each person, you need a brief description of:
1) Who was it?
2) What did that person do to influence Canadian society? (Good or bad.)
3) Where did it happen? (One place, many places, in or outside of Canada.)
4) When did it happen? (Remember, it cannot be earlier than January, 2009.)
5) Why did the event/sequence of events happen? (What was the purpose of it happening?)
6) How did the event/sequence of events take place? (Break it down step-by-step.)
If you missed class: You will need to complete the above information for next class. See me at noon in computer lab 216 tomorrow (Thursday) if you need help.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Your research is due at the beginning of class.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
11TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - OVERVIEW OF THE FIVE PARAGRAPH PERSUASIVE ESSAY
Today: Is exactly the same as the 03 course below EXCEPT you also need to come up with 10 different people from talking to your friends and family for next class.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Be ready to discuss your list of people.
Next class Thursday, October 1 (Day 1): Be ready to discuss your list of people.
Monday, September 28, 2009
11TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - OVERVIEW OF FIVE PARAGRAPH PERSUASIVE ESSAY
Today:
1) You receved evaluations that need to be signed by your parents/guardians.
2) We discussed how we are still going to go ahead with the essay writing. Depending on the outcome from the contest oranizers, we may have our own contest at QHS.
3) We reviewed an overview of the 5 paragraph persausive essay.
4) You wrote a quickwrite on your experiences and attitudes towards formal structured writing.
If you missed class: It is really important you come pick your evaluations up. You also need to see your "go to" person and copy the notes from today before next class.
Next class Wednesday, September 30 (Day 30): You will use your Writer's Portfolios and begin to research a person living inside/outide of Canada who you think had a positive/negative impact on Canadian society between January-December, 2009. Talk to your friends and family members in the meantime to see who they know! You may be surprised.
1) You receved evaluations that need to be signed by your parents/guardians.
2) We discussed how we are still going to go ahead with the essay writing. Depending on the outcome from the contest oranizers, we may have our own contest at QHS.
3) We reviewed an overview of the 5 paragraph persausive essay.
4) You wrote a quickwrite on your experiences and attitudes towards formal structured writing.
If you missed class: It is really important you come pick your evaluations up. You also need to see your "go to" person and copy the notes from today before next class.
Next class Wednesday, September 30 (Day 30): You will use your Writer's Portfolios and begin to research a person living inside/outide of Canada who you think had a positive/negative impact on Canadian society between January-December, 2009. Talk to your friends and family members in the meantime to see who they know! You may be surprised.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
10TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - DEAR JOURNALS
Today:
1) We silently read.
2) You were given time to complete your second DEAR journal that was due at the end of class.
If you missed class: Come get your DEAR journal to read my feedback and complete a second entry to hand in.
1) We silently read.
2) You were given time to complete your second DEAR journal that was due at the end of class.
If you missed class: Come get your DEAR journal to read my feedback and complete a second entry to hand in.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
10TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - EDITING SYMBOLS, LANGUAGE LESSON, AND FINISHED LETTERS
Today:
1) I checked to make sure your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment was signed. If it wasn't, you wrote in your agenda to get it signed to show me next class.
2) We discussed the editing symbols that will be used in your work.
3) We wrote and discussed our first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote 2nd drafts of letters, editied them with a peer, then completed your final copy.
If you missed class: Please copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend.
1) I checked to make sure your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment was signed. If it wasn't, you wrote in your agenda to get it signed to show me next class.
2) We discussed the editing symbols that will be used in your work.
3) We wrote and discussed our first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote 2nd drafts of letters, editied them with a peer, then completed your final copy.
If you missed class: Please copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend.
9TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - LANGUAGE LESSON AND 2ND DRAFT OF LETTER
Today:
1) You handed in your Writing Motivation Stragegies assignment.
2) We went over the editing symbols that will be found on your work from me.
3) We discussed the first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote your final drafted letter.
If you missed class: I need your assignment before class. You will need to copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend before next class.
1) You handed in your Writing Motivation Stragegies assignment.
2) We went over the editing symbols that will be found on your work from me.
3) We discussed the first Language Lesson.
4) You wrote your final drafted letter.
If you missed class: I need your assignment before class. You will need to copy the editing symbols and language lesson from your "go to" person or a friend before next class.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
8TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - MOTIVATION STRATEGIES & ESSAY WRITING CONTEST
Today:
1) We discussed your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment. Good ideas!
2) We discussed the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest, and
3) Wrote letters to the contest organizers for more information.
If you missed class: See me before next class.
1) We discussed your Writing Motivation Strategies assignment. Good ideas!
2) We discussed the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest, and
3) Wrote letters to the contest organizers for more information.
If you missed class: See me before next class.
Monday, September 21, 2009
9TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - ESSAY WRITING CONTEST & S'COOL VISIT
Today:
1) You received your Writing Motivation Strategies evaluations.
2) We began discussing the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest we were going to take part in to learn how to write persuasive essays using our Writer's Portfolios, but then realized that we are not eligible, so
3) Out of interest, we wrote formal letters to the contest organizers asking for more details.
4) We had a S'Cool visit... click here for Mr. Sweeney's recap!
If you missed class: Please see me before next class.
Next class September 23 (Day 6): Please bring your signed evaluation.
1) You received your Writing Motivation Strategies evaluations.
2) We began discussing the Spring 2009 Canadian Lives that Make a Difference Essay Contest we were going to take part in to learn how to write persuasive essays using our Writer's Portfolios, but then realized that we are not eligible, so
3) Out of interest, we wrote formal letters to the contest organizers asking for more details.
4) We had a S'Cool visit... click here for Mr. Sweeney's recap!
If you missed class: Please see me before next class.
Next class September 23 (Day 6): Please bring your signed evaluation.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
8TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - PRESENTATIONS AND MOTIVATION STRATEGIES THAT WORK TO WRITE
Today:
1) We finished the Writer's Porftolio Presentations.
2) You brainstormed 10 ideas of motivational stragegies that work for you as a writer. We used these questions for ideas:
What do you do to inspire yourself? Where do you write best? What do you do when you get writer's block (difficulty coming up with ideas)? What strategies do you use? What do you say to yourself? How do you handle harsh criticism from another person about your writing? What authors inspire you and why? When you get an assignment you don't like how do make sure you complete it? You shared your answers in pairs then picked one for the whole class, after.
If you missed class: Come up with your 10 ideas, tell them to a friend, then hand them in.
Next class September 21 (Day 4): You will receive your presentation and strategy evaluations.
1) We finished the Writer's Porftolio Presentations.
2) You brainstormed 10 ideas of motivational stragegies that work for you as a writer. We used these questions for ideas:
What do you do to inspire yourself? Where do you write best? What do you do when you get writer's block (difficulty coming up with ideas)? What strategies do you use? What do you say to yourself? How do you handle harsh criticism from another person about your writing? What authors inspire you and why? When you get an assignment you don't like how do make sure you complete it? You shared your answers in pairs then picked one for the whole class, after.
If you missed class: Come up with your 10 ideas, tell them to a friend, then hand them in.
Next class September 21 (Day 4): You will receive your presentation and strategy evaluations.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
7TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS AND HOMEWORK
Today: We nearly finished the Writer's Portfolio presentations.
If you missed class: If you do not have the evaluation rubric, see me.
Next class Tuesday, September 22 (Day 5): I trust you will have your homework assignment completed when I check - 10 strategies YOU have or can start using to motivate yourself to write. See you next week.
If you missed class: If you do not have the evaluation rubric, see me.
Next class Tuesday, September 22 (Day 5): I trust you will have your homework assignment completed when I check - 10 strategies YOU have or can start using to motivate yourself to write. See you next week.
7TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS
Today: You presented your Writer's Portfolio to your peers. Well done so far!
If you missed class: Please see me for the evaluation rubric.
Next class tomorrow, September 17 (Day 2): Presentations will continue and you will have the chance to create motivation strategies to get into the habit using before any pre-writing to combat the writing challenges you expressed before.
If you missed class: Please see me for the evaluation rubric.
Next class tomorrow, September 17 (Day 2): Presentations will continue and you will have the chance to create motivation strategies to get into the habit using before any pre-writing to combat the writing challenges you expressed before.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
6TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS
Today:
1) You reviewed your YOU*HAIKU evaluations.
2) You practiced presenting your Writer's Portfolio.
3) The class started the presentations. Nice job so far!
If you missed class: Please copy the presentation evaluation sheet from a friend or come see me for it.
Next class tomorrow, Sept. 15 (Day 1): I will be checking that your Haiku assignment is signed by your parent/guardian. We will continue the presentations.
1) You reviewed your YOU*HAIKU evaluations.
2) You practiced presenting your Writer's Portfolio.
3) The class started the presentations. Nice job so far!
If you missed class: Please copy the presentation evaluation sheet from a friend or come see me for it.
Next class tomorrow, Sept. 15 (Day 1): I will be checking that your Haiku assignment is signed by your parent/guardian. We will continue the presentations.
Monday, September 14, 2009
6TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - WRITER'S PROCESS AND WRITER'S PORTFOLIOS
Please read the post below as it applies directly to what we did today.
The only difference is next class September 23 (Day 6) you also need your Haiku assignments signed by your parent/guardian. The cover of your Writer's Portfolio is due.
The only difference is next class September 23 (Day 6) you also need your Haiku assignments signed by your parent/guardian. The cover of your Writer's Portfolio is due.
Friday, September 11, 2009
5th CLASS - GROUP 03 - WRITER'S PROCESS AND WRITER'S PORTFOLIOS
Today we: Reviewed an overview of the stages of the Writing Process you will be using throughout the year. You considered your own identity as a writer and had the opportunity to represent it on the front of your Writer's Portfolio using words and images.
If you missed class: I have two things you need to create your Writer's Portfolio. Please see me ASAP.
Next class September 15 (Day 10): The front cover should be complete and brought to class. Before then, you need to do something else: think about strategies that work for you to write. What do you do to motivate yourself to write? What do you do when you have "writer's block"? What environment do you write best in? Try coming up with 5 responses. You will need that for the activity we'll be doing.
If you missed class: I have two things you need to create your Writer's Portfolio. Please see me ASAP.
Next class September 15 (Day 10): The front cover should be complete and brought to class. Before then, you need to do something else: think about strategies that work for you to write. What do you do to motivate yourself to write? What do you do when you have "writer's block"? What environment do you write best in? Try coming up with 5 responses. You will need that for the activity we'll be doing.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
5TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CLASS ORGANIZATION AND LITERARY ELEMENTS
Please read the post below. The only difference is that your next class is on Monday, September 14 (Day 9). You will need all materials. Have a good weekend.
4TH CLASS - GROUP 03 - CLASS ORGANIZATION AND LITERARY ELEMENTS
Today we:
First, discussed you as an effective communicator developing your competencies through talking, reading, listening, writing, and viewing/representing. Your development will be organized 3 ways: 1) your binder (with 5 dividers), 2) writer's portfolio, 3) and DEAR reading journal. All of those things will be kept in class.
Secondly, we reviewed the literary elements in small groups than as a whole class game. Now you can start using those terms when you are writing your DEAR journals.
If you missed class: You will need to copy the notes taken from a friend or come get them from me. Make sure you will bring the following materials needed for next class...
Next class September 11 (Day 8): You need your agenda, binder with 5 dividers, and I will be checking that your literary elements handout was completed. Please also bring any of the following you think represents you: pictures from the internet, photo albums, magazines, quotations, lyrics from songs, poems, stickers, etc., and colouring pencils. We will be making the Writer's Portfolios.
First, discussed you as an effective communicator developing your competencies through talking, reading, listening, writing, and viewing/representing. Your development will be organized 3 ways: 1) your binder (with 5 dividers), 2) writer's portfolio, 3) and DEAR reading journal. All of those things will be kept in class.
Secondly, we reviewed the literary elements in small groups than as a whole class game. Now you can start using those terms when you are writing your DEAR journals.
If you missed class: You will need to copy the notes taken from a friend or come get them from me. Make sure you will bring the following materials needed for next class...
Next class September 11 (Day 8): You need your agenda, binder with 5 dividers, and I will be checking that your literary elements handout was completed. Please also bring any of the following you think represents you: pictures from the internet, photo albums, magazines, quotations, lyrics from songs, poems, stickers, etc., and colouring pencils. We will be making the Writer's Portfolios.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
4TH CLASS - GROUP 01 - CLASS GOALS, YOU*HAIKU, AND PUN ILLUSTRATION
Today we: Went over all listening, writing, and talking goals written in each Diagnostic Self-Assessment I handout... no names :) It was great to see your willingness to support each other to meet them and the ideas you came up with to make improvements easier. I look forward to reading each You*Haiku and response. Well done with your pun illustration presentation.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.
3RD CLASS - GROUP 03 - CLASS GOALS AND YOU*HAIKU
Today we: Went over all listening, talking, and writing goals written in each Diagnostic Self-Assessment I handout... no names :) You each made excellent connections with the similarities shared between everyone, and now understand that we are all in the boat together and have a lot of work to do to combat the challenges discussed. I look forward to reading each You*Haiku and response.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.
If you missed class: See me ASAP. I have a handout for you to catch up on everyone's goals. You also need to write a Haiku about yourself. You can either ask someone in class or come see me to discuss the format. After writing 9 lines, a friend must also read it and respond to it in Haiku. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Next class September 10 (Day 7): You should be ready to go with all materials. No homework. See you tomorrow.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
REMINDER - KNOW YOUR SECTION
Please make sure you are only reading the posts for the course section you are in (01 or 03), unless you are asked otherwise. It is on your 10-day schedule.
2ND CLASS - GROUP 03
Today: You finished up your Diagnostic Self-Assessment handout. It was due at the end of class.
Next class tomorrow (Day 6): Make sure you bring your course materials.
Next class tomorrow (Day 6): Make sure you bring your course materials.
Friday, September 4, 2009
3RD CLASS - GROUP 01
Today we:
1) Finished up the Diagnostic Self-Assessments and handed them in.
2) Started working on the picture pun handouts (with the sports) and were given white blank pieces of paper.
Next class Wednesday, September 9 (Day6):
Your handout and quality picture of your favorite pun (on the paper you were given) are due at the beginning of class.
Have a good weekend and enjoy having Monday off!
1) Finished up the Diagnostic Self-Assessments and handed them in.
2) Started working on the picture pun handouts (with the sports) and were given white blank pieces of paper.
Next class Wednesday, September 9 (Day6):
Your handout and quality picture of your favorite pun (on the paper you were given) are due at the beginning of class.
Have a good weekend and enjoy having Monday off!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
2ND CLASS - GROUP 01
Today we finished the course introduction and you had time to work on your Diagnostic Self-Assessment. If you have any questions about it, see me or e-mail me before next class.
Reminder: I trust you will have up to at least p. 4 complete and your course outline signed when I check next class, Friday, Sept. 4 - Day 4. Have a good first week!
Reminder: I trust you will have up to at least p. 4 complete and your course outline signed when I check next class, Friday, Sept. 4 - Day 4. Have a good first week!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
1ST CLASS - GROUPS 1 AND 3 - COURSE INTRODUCTION
Welcome to ENGL 306!
Group 01: We had a late start today so I will give you more time to work on the Diagnostic Self-Assessment handout tomorrow. Try to get your course outline signed and bring the course materials ASAP. See you tomorrow! Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.
Group 03: Next class is Tuesday, September 8. I trust you will have completed p. 1-2 of the Diagnostic Self-Assessment and will have your outline signed when I check, as well as all course materials. Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.
Group 01: We had a late start today so I will give you more time to work on the Diagnostic Self-Assessment handout tomorrow. Try to get your course outline signed and bring the course materials ASAP. See you tomorrow! Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.
Group 03: Next class is Tuesday, September 8. I trust you will have completed p. 1-2 of the Diagnostic Self-Assessment and will have your outline signed when I check, as well as all course materials. Reminder: bring your book and journal this Wednesday for your first DEAR.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
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