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.
Friday, October 30, 2009
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.
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