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Quarter 2, Week 3 of 10

Monday, October 27 or Tuesday, October 28
Learning Objective: RL.11-12.1 Cite Strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. SL.11-12.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revision, editing, and rewriting.

 Classwork
  1. Do Now: Read the Assignment section on p. 144 of your workbook. Then, title your journal Dramatic Scene: Planning and Prewriting. Answer the 5 questions in your journal from the Planning and Prewriting section on p. 144.
  2. After: In groups, practice assigned lines from pp.101-2. After each group will choose one person to represent them in a dramatic reading of the lines.
  3. Then: Group planning and prewriting time for Script Draft 1
  4. Next: Journal Check #4 (student and/or peer must complete the entire row, except for scoring)
Target Practice: I can collaborate to analyze texts and determine appropriate tone, inflection, and posture to convey meaning. +/0/-
Homework
  • Groups: continue working on Script Draft 1- must be shared and submitted by Friday, October 31
  • Complete any missing journal assignments 
  • Continue reading IR book- written option due by November 14
Tuesday, October 28 or Wednesday, October 29
Learning Objective: RL.11-12.10 Read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems in the 11-CCR text complexity band proficiently. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revision, editing, and rewriting.

 Classwork
  1. Do Now: In the Orange Textbook, turn to p. 1126.  Then, title your journal Analyzing the Elements of a Script. With a partner, or up to a group of 3, look for the different parts, or elements, in Act I of Miller's play. List as many different parts as you can (ex. dialogue, character name, stage direction, sound direction, background information, etc.)
  2. After: Complete the During Reading graphic organizer on p. 109 of the workbook. You must provide at least one answer for each question
  3. Then: Complete the After Reading activity in the My Notes section of p. 109 (should be at least 8 items).
  4. Next: Group writing time for Script Draft 1
Target Practice: I can analyze a script as a model for the future writing of my group's script. +/0/-
Homework
  • Groups: continue working on Script Draft 1- must be shared and submitted by Friday, October 31
  • Complete any missing journal assignments
  • Continue reading IR book- written option due by November 14
Thursday, October 30 or Friday, October 31
Learning Objective:  RL.11-12.1 Cite Strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed through planning, revision, editing, and rewriting.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Title today's journal Timed Writing.  Read the After Reading Writing Prompt on p. 105 and answer it in the time provided (25 min.).
    • Alternate Question: Think of a film or book where a secondary character is used to help you get a deeper understanding of the main character (foil). 
      • Include a clearly stated Thesis Statement that directly responds to the prompt.
      • Use direct quotations to support your analysis, as well as original commentary (from your brain!) after each quotation.
      • Vary (or change-up) the structure of sentences throughout your response, especially when using quotations.
  2. After: Self-score using the rubric on p. 88 of the workbook
  3. Then: Read/Listen to The Very Proper Gander on p. 112 and respond to the After Reading Question in the My Notes section of the workbook. Discuss the term hysteria.
  4. Next: Group writing time for Script Draft 1
Target Practice: I can work with a group to write a script for my dramatic scene. +/0/-

 Homework
  • Groups: continue working on Script Draft 1- must be shared and submitted by Friday, October 31
  • Complete any missing journal check #4 assignments and leave journal in the room by 2:45 on Friday
  • Continue reading IR book- written option due by November 14
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Quarter 2, Week 2 of 10

Monday, October 20 and Tuesday, October 21
Learning Objective: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.3 Analyze the impact of the author's choices regarding how to develop and relate elements of the story. SL.11-12.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Watch The Crucible video about Marine training. In your journal, create two columns labelled: Marine Crucible and Salem Crucible. List characteristics of the Marine Crucible from the video only.
  2. After: While watching the next clip from Arthur Miller's The Crucible list any similar characteristics to the Marines' Crucible video.  Then, talk to a neighbor after the clip is complete and write below your lists why both are examples of a 'crucible.'
  3. Then: In groups, practice assigned lines from pp.101-2. After each group will choose one person to represent them in a dramatic reading of the lines.
  4. Next: official sign-up for groups and time to work on storyboard
Target Practice: I can use my analysis of Arthur Miller's  dialogue in The Crucible to enhance the script of my group project. +/0/-
Homework
  • Groups: complete storyboard of your scene by the end of class on Wednesday/Thursday
  • Complete any missing workbook assignments for check #4 (pp.92, 93, and 96)
  • Continue reading IR book
Wednesday, October 22 and Thursday, October 23
Learning Objective: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.3 Analyze the impact of the author's choices regarding how to develop and relate elements of the story. SL.11-12.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: Title today's journal The Salem Witch Trials. While watching the short film clip, respond to the following prompt in your journal: What role did fear play in the Salem Witch Trials? In today's society, where do you see fear having an impact on people's actions?
  2. After: Discuss responses and how they relate to the group project
  3. Then: Discuss the term 'foil', then complete the During Reading activity on p. 105 while watching Miller's The Crucible
  4. Next: Complete group storyboard by the END OF CLASS!
Target Practice: I can use my analysis of Arthur Miller's  dialogue in The Crucible to enhance the script of my group project. +/0/-
Homework
  • Groups: continue working on Script Draft 1- must be shared and submitted by October 31
  • Leave Workbook in classroom for check #4 (pp.92, 93, and 96)
  • Continue reading IR book
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Quarter 2, Week 1 of 10 Welcome Back!

Monday, October 13 or Tuesday, October 14
Learning Objective: L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately new general academic and domain-specific words and phrases. RI.11-12.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text.

 Classwork
  1. Do Now: Title today's journal Quarter 2 Goals and Expectations. Looking at the G&E sheet for this quarter, list what you believe are the two most important points for EACH of the following sections:
    • Students will be expected to...
    • Goals
  2. After: Discuss the goals and expectations, and introduce new IR option 5
  3. Then: Form groups for Scene Writing Activity. Create and share script document.
  4. Next: Begin Prewriting/Brainstorming of social issues for script
Target Practice: I can acquire and use accurately vocabulary specific to the scene-writing activity. +/0/-
Homework
Tuesday, October 14 or Wednesday, October 15
Learning Objective: L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately new general academic and domain-specific words and phrases. RI.11-12.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text.

 Classwork
  1. Do Now: Title your journal Setting the Context p. 93. Read the Before Reading question on p.93 and list your ideas. Then, read the Academic Vocabulary section on the side of the page and paraphrase the definition in your journal.
  2. After: Complete the During Reading activity on p.93 while reading Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God on p. 94 or The New England Primer on p. 95
  3. Then: Begin viewing/reading The Crucible, Act I
  4. Next: Begin creating storyboard for scene (you can use the one provided or make your own)
Target Practice: I can use my understanding of social commentary to help my group develop ideas for our scene. +/0/-
Homework
Thursday, October 16 or Friday, October 17
Learning Objective: L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately new general academic and domain-specific words and phrases. RI.11-12.9 Analyze and evaluate seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth century U.S. documents and their literary significance.
Classwork
  1. Do Now: eValuate Test
  2. After: View the results of your eValuate Test for this round and the last.
  3. Then: Title your journal eValuate Test Results. Write the labels September and October. Copy your scores for each month (of you only have one, write that one). 
  4. Next: Read The Trial of Martha Carrier on pp. 96-7. After, read the Grammar and Usage section on p. 96. Then, go through again underlining at least two cumulative sentences and circling at least two periodic sentences. After, answer the Grammar and Usage question in the My Notes section on p.96.
Target Practice: I can use my knowledge of sentence structure to evaluate the effectiveness of words and phrases. +/0/-
Homework

Bi-weekly Vocabulary Enrichment: 
Every two weeks, a new vocabulary enrichment opportunity will be offered here. To complete the enrichment activity, click on the link below, complete the quiz (definitions or sentences), write your name in the box provided, and e-mail to: wfisher@kkhs.k12.hi.us. 
These ARE NOT required for your grade. The purpose in doing them is to EXPAND your vocabulary in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking! Basically, I'll know that you learned when I HEAR you use them while reading, speaking, and listening, and SEE you use them in your writing...
Reminder: 
You may complete these opportunities ONLY if you have completed ALL other assignments for the quarter.
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