Quarter 2, Weeks 9/10 of 10

Reminder: American Literature is a Semester Course! Your performance by December 21 determines passing or failure!
Speeches begin on Friday...THIS WEEK! Your speech must be submitted via Google Classroom! Check the Speech Schedule when it is available!

Monday, December 11
 or 
Tuesday, December 12

Due Today: INB Check #5

From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
11/18	12/8	/8	INB Check #5	Leave empty	classmate

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 2, Weeks 9/10 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: Complete LC 2.22 Writing Logical Comparisons activity on pp. 190-1
3. Then: Student-directed time for writing and researching
4. During: Teacher Checks for INB #5, Annotated Bibliography and Speech

Target Practice: I can revise my EA 2 speech using evidence from my research and learning from class. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise EA 2 speech using learning from class. Revisions must be made by classtime on Friday.
• Update Annotated Bibliography
• Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Friday!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Friday!

Wednesday, December 13

Due Today: Study for quiz

Learning Target: W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Vocabulary Quiz
2. After: Complete Workbook Activity Guide on the inside cover of the Springboard WB
3. Then: Student-directed time for writing and researching
4. Next: Teacher checks for understanding

Target Practice: I am ready to deliver my EA 2 speech to the audience at a proficient level or better. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise EA 2 speech using learning from class. Revisions must be made by classtime on Friday. If you plan to present on Friday, come dressed for success! There will be no time to leave class and change after the bell rings!
• Update Annotated Bibliography
• Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Friday!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Friday!

Friday, December 15

Due Today: EA 2 Speech and Annotated Bibliography

Learning Target: SL.11-12.3 Evaluate a speaker's point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, and tone used. SL.11-12.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Setup annotation guide for speeches in INB:
• What is the purpose: entertain, persuade, educate, motivate?
• What is the primary message?
• Audience...was this speech for you?
• Objective...was it achieved?
2. After: Begin speeches (volunteer day)
3. Then: Conclude speeches (volunteer day)
4. Next: Preview Speech Schedule for next week

Target Practice: I am ready to deliver my EA 2 speech to the audience at a proficient level or better. Fist-5?

Homework

• Leave INB on your class shelf for Section 5 Vocabulary scoring!
• Practice speech and arrive dressed for success on your presentation day. Click here to check the schedule when it becomes available!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Today!

Looking Ahead...Know your presentation date for next week! Click here to check the schedule!

Tuesday, December 19

Due Today: EA 2 Speech

Learning Target: SL.11-12.3 Evaluate a speaker's point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, and tone used. SL.11-12.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview presentation schedule for class
2. After: Continue Speeches
3. Then: Conclude Speeches
4. Next: Review presentation schedule for next class

Target Practice: I can deliver my EA 2 speech to the audience at a proficient level or better. Fist-5?

Homework

• Enrichment Reminder: turn-in hall pass, complete vocabulary enrichment, and/or turn-in play enrichment by Thursday, December 21 at 2:15!

Thursday, December 21

Due Today: EA2 Speech, Enrichment

Learning Target: SL.11-12.3 Evaluate a speaker's point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, and tone used. SL.11-12.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview presentation schedule for class
2. After: Continue Speeches
3. Then: Conclude Speeches
4. Reminder: turn-in hall pass, complete vocabulary enrichment, and/or turn-in play enrichment

Target Practice: I can deliver my EA 2 speech to the audience at a proficient level or better. Fist-5?

Homework

• Enrichment Reminder: turn-in hall pass, complete vocabulary enrichment, and/or turn-in play enrichment by Today, December 21 at 2:15!

Looking Ahead...Enjoy the break! Get ahead in your independent reading by starting NOW! 

Quarter 2, Week 8 of 10

If you have not chosen your topic on Google Classroom, do it!

Reminder: American Literature is a Semester Course! Your performance by December 21 determines passing or failure!

Monday, December 4
 or 
Tuesday, December 5

Due Today: Four bullets for speech from Thurs./Fri.

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis.W.11-12.1.D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 2, Week 8 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: (10 min. timed-writing) Using your own topic and four bullets, write a draft of your speech. This is more about production than it is about accuracy. Right now, MORE WRITING IS BETTER.
3. During: Annotated Bibliography check (electronic or in INB)
4. Next: Gettysburg Address activity, SB Workbook p. 179

Target Practice: I can revise my short speech using evidence from my research and learning from class. Fist-5?

Homework

• Write a draft of your EA 2 speech using evidence from your research. A complete draft is due Friday by midnight.
• Find at least one more source for your Annotated Bibliography
• Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Wednesday, December 6

Due Today: EA 2 Speech Document (Google Classroom)

Learning Target:  RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. W.11-12.1.D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Analyze Mark Antony's speech at the death of Caesar in William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar (click here for video)
2. After: Student-directed time for writing and researching
3. During: Teacher checks for understanding
4. After: Peer feedback on EA 2 Speech draft using information sheet
• Rhetorical devices used
• Speech time
• Four bullets: identify social issue, solution, why it's better vs. others, call to action
• Preliminary rubric score

Target Practice: I can revise my short speech into a more robust draft using feedback from my teacher and/or peers. Fist-5?

Homework

• Write a draft of your EA 2 speech using evidence from your research. A complete draft is due Friday by midnight.
• Make sure Annotated Bibliography has at least three sources
• Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Friday, December 8

Due Today: EA1 Reflection

Learning Target: RI.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature. W.11-12.1.D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.11-12.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Complete Setting a Purpose for Reading activity on WB pp. 181-2 while listening to the First Inaugural Address of Franklin D. Roosevelt.
2. After: Mark my speech for power words and vocal delivery:
• power words
• volume +/-
• raised pitch^
• rate increase...
• pause#
3. Then: Student-directed time for writing and researching
4. During: Teacher checks for understanding

Target Practice: I can revise my short speech into a more robust draft using feedback from my teacher and/or peers. Fist-5?

Homework

• Write a draft of your EA 2 speech using evidence from your research. A complete draft is due by midnight.
• Make sure Annotated Bibliography has at least three sources
• Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Looking Ahead...INB Check #5!

From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
11/18	12/8	/8	INB Check #5	Leave empty	classmate

Quarter 2, Week 7 of 10

You must complete the STAR test if you missed it last week!

Reminder: American Literature is a Semester Course! Your performance by December 21 determines passing or failure!

Monday, November 27
 or 
Tuesday, November 28

Due Today: none

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. W.11-12.1.D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 2, Week 7 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: Read and annotate EA 2 information sheet and rubric
3. Then: (10 min. timed-writing) Choose a topic from the EA 2 info. sheet list or one of your own choosing. Be serious, silly, inspiring- but not hurtful, demeaning, or disrespectful. No research required! Your speech must:
• Identify/Define the problem that needs a solution
• Make a strong claim for how to fix the problem or need
• Show why your proposal will fix the problem or address the need
• Demonstrate that your proposal is realistic, reasonable, sensible, etc.
4. Next: 30 sec. speeches- GO!

Target Practice: I understand and can explain what is expected of me for the EA 2: Speech activity. Fist-5?

Homework

• Choose and presearch three topics from the list on the EA 2 information sheet and rubric
• NOTE: you may perform your speech on any topic after receiving approval. See me if you are interested. Click here for the New York Times 401 Argumentative Topics.
• REMINDER: Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• REMINDER: Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Wednesday, November 29

Due Today: 3 topic ideas for EA 2, study vocabulary

Learning Target:  RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. W.11-12.2.B Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts. 

Classwork

1. Do Now: Vocabulary Quiz
2. After: Use this graphic organizer to presearch your topic ideas
3. Then: Ali (50 sec), Scent of a Woman (5 min. 20 sec.), Gettysburg Address (250 words) SB Workbook p. 179
4. After: Commit to a topic on Google Classroom 

Target Practice: I understand how and why Arthur Miller used an analogous context in The Crucible for political commentary about social issues in his time. Fist-5?

Homework

• Research at least two sources for your EA 2 Speech- Annotated Bibliography can be online or in print
• REMINDER: Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• REMINDER: Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Friday, December 1

Due Today: EA1 Reflection

Learning Target: RI.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature. W.11-12.1.D Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.11-12.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Read and analyze the Inaugural Address of John F. Kennedy on SB Workbook pp. 185-7
2. After: Complete LC 2.22 Writing Logical Comparisons activity on pp. 190-1
3. Then: (10 min. timed writing) Draft a 30 second version of your speech. Remember, it must:
• Identify/Define the problem that needs a solution
• Make a strong claim for how to fix the problem or need
• Show why your proposal will fix the problem or address the need
• Demonstrate that your proposal is realistic, reasonable, sensible, etc.
4. Next: Continue finding at least one more source for your topic (minimum 3 for EA 2)

Target Practice: I can revise my short speech into a more robust draft using evidence from my research. Fist-5?

Homework

• Revise your EA 2 speech using evidence from your research. A complete draft is due late next week (Dec. 8).
• REMINDER: Continue adding to your list of vocabulary in INB Section 5- at least 35 entries by Dec. 15!
• REMINDER: Continue IR for Quarter 2- your activity must be finished by Dec. 15!

Looking Ahead...Ethos, Pathos, Logos- oh my! Revising EA 2: Speech!

Quarter 2, Week 6 of 10

Begin thinking about EA 2: Persuasive Speech!

Continue working on your Independent Reading NOW!

Monday, November 20
 or 
Tuesday, November 21

Due Today: INB Check #4

From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
10/21	11/17	/8	INB Check #4	leave blank	complete before class

Learning Target: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings. RL.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Finish The Crucible
2. After: STAR Testing (Record score in INB after)
3. During: Score INB Check#4 (see due today)
4. Next: Finish responding to info sheet questions in preparation for Socratic Seminar on Wednesday

Target Practice: I am ready to participate in a collaborative discussion about The Crucible. Fist-5?

Homework

• Look at the Socratic Seminar topics for next class and be prepared by reading responses to questions on the info sheet
• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Wednesday, November 22

Due Today: study for Socratic Seminar

Learning Target: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. SL.11-12.1.A Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts. RL.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Form Seminar groups, decide participants, and review rules
2. After: Socratic Seminar (3 rounds)
• Round 1: Why might the events in Salem have been doomed to happen?
• Round 2: What is the significance of the title, given Arthur Miller's time and the setting of his play?
• Round 3: Do witch hunts, like those in Miller's time and in Salem, Massachusetts still happen today? Did Americans learn to avoid hysteria?
3. Then: INB Reflection
4. After: Annotate EA 2 informational document and rubric

Target Practice: I understand how an artist can address contemporary social issues using his/her artistic medium. Fist-5?

Homework

• Finish annotating EA 2 informational document and rubric and arrive to NEXT class with three possible topics
• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Looking Ahead...Writing a persuasive speech about something important to you!

Quarter 2, Week 5 of 10

Mid-Quarter grades reported this week!

Continue working on your Independent Reading NOW!

Monday, November 13
 or 
Tuesday, November 14

Due Today: Study for EA1: Historical Investigation Test

Learning Target: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings. RL.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 2, Week 5 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: EA 1 Test
3. Then: Setup INB for viewing The Crucible
• Attach informational sheet
• Setup five-part graphic organizer: 
• Character Names and Descriptors
• Setting Description (Music, Mood, Location)
• Summary of Events
• Change from the Play- identify and speculate why
• Informational Sheet Questions- choose several each day and respond
4. Next: Watch segment of The Crucible

Target Practice: I understand how and why Arthur Miller used an analogous context in The Crucible for political commentary about social issues in his time. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete EA 1 Reflection document on Google Classroom by Friday @ midnight
• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Wednesday, November 15

Due Today: none

Learning Target: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings. RL.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Setup INB for viewing The Crucible
• Setup five-part graphic organizer: 
• Character Names and Descriptors
• Setting Description (Music, Mood, Location)
• Summary of Events
• Change from the Play- identify and speculate why
• Informational Sheet Questions- choose several each day and respond
2. After: Watch segment of The Crucible
3. Then: Watch segment of The Crucible
4. After: Watch segment of The Crucible

Target Practice: I understand how and why Arthur Miller used an analogous context in The Crucible for political commentary about social issues in his time. Fist-5?

Homework

• Complete EA 1 Reflection document on Google Classroom  by Friday @ midnight
• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Friday, November 17

Due Today: EA1 Reflection

Learning Target: RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis. RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings. RL.11-12.9 Demonstrate knowledge of early-twentieth-century foundational works of American literature.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Setup INB for viewing The Crucible
• Setup five-part graphic organizer: 
• Character Names and Descriptors
• Setting Description (Music, Mood, Location)
• Summary of Events
• Change from the Play- identify and speculate why
• Informational Sheet Questions- choose several each day and respond
2. After: Watch segment of The Crucible
3. Then: Watch segment of The Crucible
4. Next: Watch segment of The Crucible

Target Practice: I understand how and why Arthur Miller used an analogous context in The Crucible for political commentary about social issues in his time. Fist-5?

Homework

• Arrive to class with INB Checklist #4 completed for Monday!

• From	To	# of Entries	Assignment Name	Score	Peer Initial
  10/21	11/17	/8	INB Check #4	leave blank	complete before class

  Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Looking Ahead...INB Check #4! Vocabulary Quiz! STAR Reading Assessment!

Quarter 2, Week 4 of 10

Mid-quarter grades are reported NEXT week!

Continue working on your Independent Reading NOW!

Tuesday, November 7

Due Today: EA 1: Historical Investigation Slideshow 

Learning Target: L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases. W.11-12.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Historical Background Presentation 1
2. After: Historical Background Presentation 2
3. Then: Historical Background Presentation 3
4. After: Historical Background Presentation 4

Target Practice: I can make connections between each of the historical background presentations in preparation for reading/watching The Crucible. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Thursday, November 9

Due Today: annotated bibliography AND slideshow

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly. RI.11-12.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats. RI.11-12.8 Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Historical Background Presentation 1
2. After: Historical Background Presentation 2
3. Then: Historical Background Presentation 3
4. Next: Historical Background Presentation 4

Target Practice: I can make connections between each of the historical background presentations in preparation for reading/watching The Crucible. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Looking Ahead...EA 1 Presentations begin Monday/Tuesday and finish Wednesday!

Quarter 2, Week 3 of 10

EA 1 is a presentation AND an annotated bibliography!

Continue working on your Independent Reading NOW!

Monday, October 30
 or 
Tuesday, October 31

Due Today: partners and topics

Learning Target: W.11-12.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.W.11-12.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Preview the entire blog post for this week. Title the next page of your INB Quarter 2, 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: Finish activity for WB p. 121
3. Then: Create annotated bibliography and slideshow for EA 1 (Google Classroom)
4. Next: Research sources and begin annotated bibliography for EA 1

Target Practice: I understand and can explain what I need to know and do to be successful in class this week. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2
• Continue EA 1 annotated bibliography

Wednesday, November 1

Due Today: annotated bibliography and slideshow draft

Learning Target: L.11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases. W.11-12.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Create Cornell Note-taking guide on the next page of INB. Use this to take notes while watching What is a Primary Source? 
2. After: Continue searching for at least two primary sources and add to your annotated bibliography
3. Then: Check for AT LEAST four sources on annotated bibliography
4. After: Organize slideshow for EA 1 (see instructions on Google Classroom)

Target Practice: I understand what a primary source is and how I can use it to help explain my topic for EA 1. Fist-5?

Homework

• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2
• Finish annotated bibliography for EA 1
• Continue updated slideshow for EA 1

Friday, November 3

Due Today: annotated bibliography AND slideshow

Learning Target: RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly. RI.11-12.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats. RI.11-12.8 Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts. L.11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading.

Classwork

1. Do Now: Check slideshow for minimums (7 slides with words and images)
   
• title slide- topic, names, teacher name, period, due date
• note-taking strategy (not required if on a separate sheet)
• preview subtopics
• subtopic 1
• subtopic 2
• subtopic 3
• summary
• works cited page
2. After: Do's and Don'ts for presentations (feel free to laugh) 
3. Then: update slideshow or research more sources
4. Next: How do I introduce the next speaker in a group presentation? 

Target Practice: My group has finished recording our research on the annotated bibliography and our slideshow is complete. We have practiced and are ready to present on Monday/Tuesday. Fist-5?

Homework

• Presentations begin during class on Monday/Tuesday!
• Continue vocabulary list for Quarter 2
• Continue IR for Quarter 2

Looking Ahead...EA 1 Presentations begin Monday/Tuesday and finish Wednesday!