Quarter 3, Week 4 of 10

Reminder: Only COMPLETED entries will count towards a grade on the Annotated Bibliography slides!

Monday, January 29
 or 
Tuesday, January 30

Due Today: at least 6 entries on Annotated Bibliography, INB Check #6

From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
12/9-10	1/25-26	/8	INB Check #6	Leave empty	classmate

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text... W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to... synthesize multiple sources.. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 3, Week 4 of 10. In a format that works best for you, use the entire page to organize:
• today's focus, short-term activities, long-term activities, due dates
2. After: Individual work-time for annotated bibliography slides
3. During: Individual meeting time to discuss topic and score INB Check #6
4. Next: The Nuts and Bolts...Interview activity on WB pp. 388-389, 391 (refer to interview sheet after and develop questions) Will Smith..Prince of Bel Air

Target Practice: I have a variety of sources to support the argumentative topic for my research paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Contact potential interviewees and conduct the interview
• Minimum # of sources that should be on your AB by next class: 8
• Continue adding new vocabulary to your INB Vocab Section
• Continue independent reading activity

Wednesday, January 31
 or 
Thursday, February 1

Due Today: at least 8 entries on Annotated Bibliography, one must be an interview

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text... W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to... synthesize multiple sources.. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Refuting an Argument activity on WB p. 223...How will this help you in your research?
2. After: Individual work-time for annotated bibliography slides
3. During: Individual student-teacher meeting time to discuss topic
4. After: Complete the  thesis statement activity you received last week  (page 13 of this document)

Target Practice: I researched enough sources to begin prewriting and outlining my EA 2: Argumentative Research Paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Interview: your interview may be completed in-person, phone, e-mail, skype, or facetime. It may not be conducted via text message. If you have another method, it must be approved BEFORE you conduct the interview.
• Annotated Bibliography must have at least 8 COMPLETE ENTRIES by midnight on Friday!
• Continue adding new vocabulary to your INB Vocab Section- check due-date!
• Continue independent reading activity- check due-date!

Looking Ahead...
Outlining and prewriting the EA 2: Research Paper!

Quarter 3, Week 3 of 10

Reminder: Only COMPLETED entries will count towards a grade on the Annotated Bibliography slides!

REPORT DIRECTLY TO THE LIBRARY!
Monday, January 22
 or 
Tuesday, January 23

Due Today: at least 2 entries on the annotated bibliography slides

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text... W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to... synthesize multiple sources.. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 3, Week 3 of 10. In a format that works best for you, use the entire page to organize:
• today's focus, short-term activities, long-term activities, due dates
2. After: Individual work-time for annotated bibliography slides
3. During: Individual meeting time to discuss topic
4. Next: Attach Thesis Statement documents to the next pages of your INB (pages 12 and 13 of this document)

Target Practice: I have a variety of sources to support the argumentative topic for my research paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Begin considering potential interviewees for your research topic
• Minimum # of sources that should be on your AB by next class: 3
• Continue adding new vocabulary to your INB Vocab Section
• Continue independent reading activity

REPORT DIRECTLY TO THE LIBRARY!
Wednesday, January 24

Due Today: at least 3 entries on the annotated bibliography slides

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text... W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to... synthesize multiple sources.. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Complete the first of two pages from the end of last class (pages 12 and 13 of this document)
2. After: Individual work-time for annotated bibliography slides
3. Then: Individual student-teacher meeting time to discuss topic
4. After: finish second page from the Do Now activity (pages 12 and 13 of this document)

Target Practice: I have an argumentative topic for which I am excited to learn more about and that has been approved by Mr. Fisher. Fist-5?

Homework

• Begin contacting potential interviewees for your research paper topic
• Minimum # of sources that should be on your AB by next class: 4
• Continue adding new vocabulary to your INB Vocab Section
• Continue independent reading activity

Report to classroom!
Friday, January 26

Due Today: at least 4 entries on the annotated bibliography

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text... W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to... synthesize multiple sources.. W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Create an annotation guide in the My Notes section for Why I Hate Cell Phones on WB. p. 255:
• Skim: Underline/highlight new words
• 1st read: circle specific details
• 2nd read: questions in the My Notes on p.256  
2. After: Read and annotate the article on WB pp. 255-6
3. Then: Individual work-time for annotated bibliography slides
4. Next: Attach this interview document into your INB and complete the additional questions.

Target Practice: I can use the learning from class today to improve my research skills and learn more from each source. Fist-5?

Homework

• Schedule an interviewee for your research by next class!
• Minimum # of sources that should be on your AB by next class: 7
• Continue adding new vocabulary to your INB Vocab Section
• Continue independent reading activity

Looking Ahead...Conducting the interview and INB Check #6!

From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
12/9-10	1/26	/8	INB Check #6	Leave empty	classmate

Quarter 3, Week 2 of 10

Research Paper Topic Commitment 
Due Friday!

Tuesday, January 16

Due Today: at least two sources on Annotated Bibliography

Learning Target: RI.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings. RI.11-12.8 Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts, including the application of constitutional principles and use of legal reasoning.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 3, Week 2 of 10. In a format that works best for you, use the entire page to organize:
• today's focus, short-term activities, long-term activities, due dates
2. After: First Amendment activity on Springboard WB pp. 203-4
3. Then: Paraphrasing activity with Facebook Photos Sting article on WB pp. 230-232
4. After: (time-permitting) continue researching online and add to Annotated Bibliography slides

Target Practice: I understand and can explain how to paraphrase from my reading. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue researching your topic ideas using the Topic Choice document from last class, sources on the annotated bibliography, or the Argumentative Topic link in the column to the right.
• Continue reading independently (20% of grade for Q3)
• Continue adding to your Vocabulary list while researching

Friday, January 19

Due Today: Topic Commitment (Google Classroom)

Learning Target: L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts to comprehend more fully when reading. L.11-12.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases. W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Bias activity on WB pp. 227-9
2. After: Paraphrasing activity with Facing Consequences...article on WB p. 241
3. Then: Topic Commitment activity on Google Classroom
4. Next: Conferencing about topic-choice and adding sources to the annotated bibliography

Target Practice: I know what I will focus my research on for the argumentative research paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue researching at least one more source for your research paper topic (Should have at least 4 on the annotated bibliography)
• Continue adding to the Vocabulary List (INB Section 5) and reading independently (20% of Q3 grade)

Looking Ahead...Report to the LIBRARY next class!

Quarter 3, Week 1 of 10

Reminder: Quarters 3 and 4 are a new course: Expository Writing. Everyone starts fresh in the new year!

Monday, January 8
 or 
Tuesday, January 9

Due Today: Open Mind

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain. L.11-12.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Turn to the third section in your INB. Attach the two papers you picked-up by the door to the first two pages of this section. Read and annotate them (use at least three different marks for annotation).
2. After: Explore the Junior page of the Senior Project Website and access the Annotated Bibliography on Google Classroom.
3. Then: Discuss IR for Quarter 3 and see sign-up options on Google Classroom.
4. Next: Create INB section divider for Q3. Finish for homework if not done in class. Requirements:
• Image that reflects the theme or your feelings about the theme
• These words: Quarter 3 and Argumentative Research Paper 

Target Practice: I understand and can explain what I need to know and do for success on the research paper. Fist-5?

Homework

• Think about topics that you might like to write about for Quarter 3. Check-out this link for popular topics that you might be interested in if you are having trouble deciding.
• Select IR option on Google Classroom by Friday @ midnight

Wednesday, January 10

Due Today: Open Mind

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain. W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read, annotate, and discuss this information sheet about the difference between argument and persuasion. Use the space at the bottom to write examples of argumentative sentences versus persuasive sentences. Attach it to the next page of your INB.
2. After: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 3, Week 1 of 10. In a format that works best for you, use the entire page to organize:
• today's focus, short-term activities, long-term activities, due dates
3. Then: Discuss and presearch ideas for the research paper in small groups. If you find sources you might use for this project, make sure to record them on your Annotated Bibliography Slides.
4. After: Attach the Choosing a Topic worksheet into your INB. Complete for homework if you do not have enough time in class.

Target Practice: I understand and can explain the difference between argument and persuasion in writing. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete topic-choice worksheet in INB before classtime on Friday
• Choose IR on Google Classroom by Friday @ midnight. Begin reading.

Friday, January 12 (Report to Library)

Due Today: Choosing a Topic Worksheet

Learning Target: W.11-12.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source. W.11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Attach MLA Guide for Documenting Sources into your INB (pp. 9-10 of this packet)
2. After: Title the next page of your INB The CRAAP Test. Fold the page in half. Take notes in the left column while you listen to Mrs. Arcas's presentation. Write questions in the right column that you still have. You will be able to ask these after.
3. Then: Use the library resources to add at least one complete source entry to your Annotated Bibliography Slides.
4. Next: Review the Choosing a Topic worksheet.

Target Practice: I have narrowed my topic choices down to three for which I am passionately interested. Fist-5?

Homework

• Sign-up for IR on Google Classroom by tonight at midnight. Begin reading.
• Add at least one more source to your annotated bibliography slides (total of 2 or more)

Looking Ahead...The first amendment and the rights of media in democracy!