Monday
Define "hypocrisy." Discuss which characters in To Kill a Mockingbird have shown a tendency toward hypocrisy so far. Read chapters 7 and 8.
Tuesday
Take notes on the four types of irony. Discuss some examples. Complete your next journal assignment; it is due tomorrow.
Wednesday
Share journal responses aloud and begin reading chapter 9. Finish chapter 9 at home.
Thursday
View To Kill a Mockingbird, the movie, from Tom Robinson's arraignment through the mad dog scene. Discuss the similarities and differences between the book and the movie. Read chapter 10.
Friday
Read chapter 11 and complete your next journal assignment. It is due on Monday.
Monday, December 15, 2008
Monday, December 8, 2008
December 8, 2008 -- December 12, 2008
Monday
Quiz today on chapters 1 and 2. Read chapter 3 in class. Finish reading chapter 3 for homework.
Tuesday
Discuss the journal assignment that is due tomorrow. You will do most of the writing in class then rewrite it and type it at home tonight.
Wednesday
Read chapter 4 in class. Finish reading chapter 4 at home.
Thursday
Watch the first 20 minutes of the movie, To Kill a Mockingbird. Read the beginning of chapter 5 in class. Finish reading chapter 5 at home.
Friday
Read chapter 6 in class. Finish reading chapter 6 and read all of chapter 7 for homework.
Quiz today on chapters 1 and 2. Read chapter 3 in class. Finish reading chapter 3 for homework.
Tuesday
Discuss the journal assignment that is due tomorrow. You will do most of the writing in class then rewrite it and type it at home tonight.
Wednesday
Read chapter 4 in class. Finish reading chapter 4 at home.
Thursday
Watch the first 20 minutes of the movie, To Kill a Mockingbird. Read the beginning of chapter 5 in class. Finish reading chapter 5 at home.
Friday
Read chapter 6 in class. Finish reading chapter 6 and read all of chapter 7 for homework.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
December 1, 2008 -- December 5, 2008
Monday
Read and discuss articles on Harper Lee and the "Morning Star Community"
Tuesday
Students will present their background research on topics related to To Kill a Mockingbird.
Wednesday
Watch To Kill a Mockingbird, In Context and begin reading the novel.
Thursday
Share the story of Emmitt Till and go over the journal assignments for this book.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjfGcRM35xg
Friday
Read chapter 1 in class. Read chapter 2 for homework. There is a quiz on Monday!
Read and discuss articles on Harper Lee and the "Morning Star Community"
Tuesday
Students will present their background research on topics related to To Kill a Mockingbird.
Wednesday
Watch To Kill a Mockingbird, In Context and begin reading the novel.
Thursday
Share the story of Emmitt Till and go over the journal assignments for this book.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjfGcRM35xg
Friday
Read chapter 1 in class. Read chapter 2 for homework. There is a quiz on Monday!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
November 24, 2008 -- November 26, 2008
Monday
Peer conferencing, part 1-- Read aloud your report to a partner. When you get oral and written feedback, make revisions.
Tuesday
Peer conferencing, part 2-- After a mini-lesson on modifying words and phrases, exchange drafts with a new partner. This time, instead of completing a peer evaluation form, make editing marks and write comments right on your partner's draft. After getting two readers to comment on your writing, make revision and editing decisions. The final draft is due tomorrow!
Friday
Log on to Study Island (left). Complete the two new assignments I set up for you. If you do not complete them in class, please finish them after school today.
Peer conferencing, part 1-- Read aloud your report to a partner. When you get oral and written feedback, make revisions.
Tuesday
Peer conferencing, part 2-- After a mini-lesson on modifying words and phrases, exchange drafts with a new partner. This time, instead of completing a peer evaluation form, make editing marks and write comments right on your partner's draft. After getting two readers to comment on your writing, make revision and editing decisions. The final draft is due tomorrow!
Friday
Log on to Study Island (left). Complete the two new assignments I set up for you. If you do not complete them in class, please finish them after school today.
November 17, 2008 -- November 21, 2008
Monday
Create an outline for your research report. Complete outline is due in class on Wednesday.
Tuesday
Create an annotated bibliography for your research report. Complete annotated bibliography is due on Thursday.
Wednesday
Discuss unity and coherence. Use your outline to begin typing your first draft. Complete rough draft is due on Monday.
Thursday
Discuss sentence structure. Continue typing your first draft.
Friday
Today we will thoroughly review several important uses of the comma. Remember to finish your rough draft over the weekend and bring it to class on Monday for peer conferencing.
Create an outline for your research report. Complete outline is due in class on Wednesday.
Tuesday
Create an annotated bibliography for your research report. Complete annotated bibliography is due on Thursday.
Wednesday
Discuss unity and coherence. Use your outline to begin typing your first draft. Complete rough draft is due on Monday.
Thursday
Discuss sentence structure. Continue typing your first draft.
Friday
Today we will thoroughly review several important uses of the comma. Remember to finish your rough draft over the weekend and bring it to class on Monday for peer conferencing.
Monday, November 10, 2008
November 10, 2008 -- November 14, 2008
Monday
Today the students will receive the Grade 10 research paper assignment. We will discuss all of the requirements and got to the library for our first book source. For homework tonight, you must read your book source, record the bibliography information, and take notes.
Tuesday
Today you will go to the library to find at least two more reliable sources on your research topic. You will have some class time to read them and take notes. However, most of your actually researching will be done at home this week. Tomorrow you must show me the four quality sources you have selected for your research.
Wednesday
Today is our last class period in the school library. Use the time wisely. You must show me the notes from all the research you have done on Friday. Bring all of your research materials to class tomorrow.
Thursday and Friday
You will develop a main focus for your paper. I will meet with each student individually to provide feedback. Then you will continue your research in class. Be prepared to organize you ideas and your details and create an outline on Monday.
Today the students will receive the Grade 10 research paper assignment. We will discuss all of the requirements and got to the library for our first book source. For homework tonight, you must read your book source, record the bibliography information, and take notes.
Tuesday
Today you will go to the library to find at least two more reliable sources on your research topic. You will have some class time to read them and take notes. However, most of your actually researching will be done at home this week. Tomorrow you must show me the four quality sources you have selected for your research.
Wednesday
Today is our last class period in the school library. Use the time wisely. You must show me the notes from all the research you have done on Friday. Bring all of your research materials to class tomorrow.
Thursday and Friday
You will develop a main focus for your paper. I will meet with each student individually to provide feedback. Then you will continue your research in class. Be prepared to organize you ideas and your details and create an outline on Monday.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
November 3, 2008 -- November 5, 2008
Monday
After listening to the audio broadcast below, I will introduce you to "Vocabulary from Classical Roots," Lesson 9. Take notes!
http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/programs/2008/10/25/
Tuesday
Today you will take notes on "Vocabulary from Classical Roots," Lesson 10 and participate in a couple of writing activities that develop voice and diction. You have a two-sided worksheet to complete for homework.
Wednesday
Today you will complete another in-class writing activity that incorporates both vocabulary and voice development.
After listening to the audio broadcast below, I will introduce you to "Vocabulary from Classical Roots," Lesson 9. Take notes!
http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/programs/2008/10/25/
Tuesday
Today you will take notes on "Vocabulary from Classical Roots," Lesson 10 and participate in a couple of writing activities that develop voice and diction. You have a two-sided worksheet to complete for homework.
Wednesday
Today you will complete another in-class writing activity that incorporates both vocabulary and voice development.
Monday, October 27, 2008
October 27, 2008 -- October 31, 2008
Monday
In the computer lab, complete the Gothic Poetry Project. Be prepared to present tomorrow.
Tuesday
Gothic poetry presentations.
Wednesday
Each student will be introduced to Study Island, an online learning resource. Then they will complete the diagnostic reading assessment in the computer lab.
Thursday
The students will use Study Island to practice reading organizational structures. This activity will be graded. make sure it is complete by tomorrow. Remember: You can access your Study Island account from this blog though the link at the left.
Friday
The students will use Study Island to practice using context clues and classical word roots to understand vocabulary. This activity will also be graded. Please make sure it is complete by the end of the day.
In the computer lab, complete the Gothic Poetry Project. Be prepared to present tomorrow.
Tuesday
Gothic poetry presentations.
Wednesday
Each student will be introduced to Study Island, an online learning resource. Then they will complete the diagnostic reading assessment in the computer lab.
Thursday
The students will use Study Island to practice reading organizational structures. This activity will be graded. make sure it is complete by tomorrow. Remember: You can access your Study Island account from this blog though the link at the left.
Friday
The students will use Study Island to practice using context clues and classical word roots to understand vocabulary. This activity will also be graded. Please make sure it is complete by the end of the day.
Monday, October 20, 2008
October 20, 2008 - October 24, 2008
Monday
Read and interpret "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe in cooperative pairs.
Tuesday
Field trip to Pax Amicus Castle Theatre is tomorrow! Bring a bag lunch -- there is no food for sale there!
Today in class we will identify the following poetic devices in "The Raven":
alliteration
assonance
repetition
internal rhyme
end rhyme
Then we will discuss the effect that these devices have on the mood of the poem.
Wednesday
Our classes will go to Pax Amicus Castle Theatre in Budd Lake today. Visit their website: http://www.paxamicus.com/ Click on "Events List" then "Edgar Allan Poe" for more information about the performance we will be enjoying! Do not forget to bring your lunch. There is no food for sale there.
Thursday and Friday
The students will work cooperatively to create a poem and an illustration to accompany it.
Read and interpret "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe in cooperative pairs.
Tuesday
Field trip to Pax Amicus Castle Theatre is tomorrow! Bring a bag lunch -- there is no food for sale there!
Today in class we will identify the following poetic devices in "The Raven":
alliteration
assonance
repetition
internal rhyme
end rhyme
Then we will discuss the effect that these devices have on the mood of the poem.
Wednesday
Our classes will go to Pax Amicus Castle Theatre in Budd Lake today. Visit their website: http://www.paxamicus.com/ Click on "Events List" then "Edgar Allan Poe" for more information about the performance we will be enjoying! Do not forget to bring your lunch. There is no food for sale there.
Thursday and Friday
The students will work cooperatively to create a poem and an illustration to accompany it.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
October 13, 2008 - October 17, 2008
Monday
No school for students!
Tuesday
In class we will watch the A&E Biography piece on Edgar Allan Poe. There is a worksheet to go along with it that must be turned in by tomorrow!
Wednesday
Today we will read "The Tell-Tale Heart" and interpret the narrator's state of mind. There is a "Prove-It" worksheet that is due tomorrow.
Thursday
Today we will read the macabre tale, "The Black Cat" by Edgar Allan Poe and complete a Venn Diagram for it and "The Tell-Tale Heart" from yesterday.
Friday
Today we will read "The Masque of the Red Death," also by Edgar Allan Poe, and discuss the Gothic literary elements therein. Make sure you get the notes!
No school for students!
Tuesday
In class we will watch the A&E Biography piece on Edgar Allan Poe. There is a worksheet to go along with it that must be turned in by tomorrow!
Wednesday
Today we will read "The Tell-Tale Heart" and interpret the narrator's state of mind. There is a "Prove-It" worksheet that is due tomorrow.
Thursday
Today we will read the macabre tale, "The Black Cat" by Edgar Allan Poe and complete a Venn Diagram for it and "The Tell-Tale Heart" from yesterday.
Friday
Today we will read "The Masque of the Red Death," also by Edgar Allan Poe, and discuss the Gothic literary elements therein. Make sure you get the notes!
Sunday, October 5, 2008
October 6, 2008 -- October 10, 2008
Monday
I hope to have all of your permission slips for the Pax Amicus trip by today!
Your last journal response is due today.
In class we will review the main ideas that we discussed in Of Mice and Men and play a Jeopardy game.
*Reminder: Your typed personal essay is due on Friday (500 words)
Tuesday
In class you will complete an analytical writing activity as a final assessment for the novel, Of Mice and Men.
Wednesday - Friday: We will watch the Gary Sinise and John Malkovich movie version and compare its portrayal of the characters and the overall tension with what we read over the last few weeks.
I hope to have all of your permission slips for the Pax Amicus trip by today!
Your last journal response is due today.
In class we will review the main ideas that we discussed in Of Mice and Men and play a Jeopardy game.
*Reminder: Your typed personal essay is due on Friday (500 words)
Tuesday
In class you will complete an analytical writing activity as a final assessment for the novel, Of Mice and Men.
Wednesday - Friday: We will watch the Gary Sinise and John Malkovich movie version and compare its portrayal of the characters and the overall tension with what we read over the last few weeks.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Field Trip Alert!
All tenth grade English students are invited to attend a dramatic performance of:
The Tragic Life, Violent Passions,and Breathtaking Tales of
Edgar Allen Poe
Permission slips were distributed on September 25th. They are due back with the $15.00 admission cost this Friday, October 3rd.
September 29, 2008 -- October 3, 2008
Monday
Read chapter 4 in Of Mice and Men. Complete the guide questions and the assigned journal response for this chapter.
Tuesday
Discuss chapter 4, emphasizing character development and theme.
Wednesday
Read chapter 5 in Of Mice and Men. Complete the guide questions and the journal assignment for this chapter.
Thursday
Discuss chapter 5, emphasizing social issues and theme.
Friday
* Pax Amicus Field Trip Permission Slips and Money are due today!
Read chapter 6 and complete the journal assignment. It is due on Monday.
Read chapter 4 in Of Mice and Men. Complete the guide questions and the assigned journal response for this chapter.
Tuesday
Discuss chapter 4, emphasizing character development and theme.
Wednesday
Read chapter 5 in Of Mice and Men. Complete the guide questions and the journal assignment for this chapter.
Thursday
Discuss chapter 5, emphasizing social issues and theme.
Friday
* Pax Amicus Field Trip Permission Slips and Money are due today!
Read chapter 6 and complete the journal assignment. It is due on Monday.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Week of Sept 22, 2008 -- Sept 26, 2008
Monday
Class discussion about "theme" -- If you miss class today, you must get the notes from a classmate. Finish reading chapter 2 in Of Mice and Men. Remember your next journal assignment is due on Wednesday.
http://www.lausd.k12.ca.us/Belmont_HS/mice/index.html
Tuesday
Class discussion about "symbolism" -- If you miss class today, you must get the notes from a classmate. Due tomorrow -- Chapter 2 journal assignment.
Wednesday
Read chapter 3 in Of Mice and Men. Your next journal assignment is due on Friday. Quiz tomorrow.
Thursday
Chapter 3 Quiz.
Read and discuss "To a Mouse" by Robert Burns. Compare the poem to the novel, Of Mice and Men.
Friday
Class discussion.
Class discussion about "theme" -- If you miss class today, you must get the notes from a classmate. Finish reading chapter 2 in Of Mice and Men. Remember your next journal assignment is due on Wednesday.
http://www.lausd.k12.ca.us/Belmont_HS/mice/index.html
Tuesday
Class discussion about "symbolism" -- If you miss class today, you must get the notes from a classmate. Due tomorrow -- Chapter 2 journal assignment.
Wednesday
Read chapter 3 in Of Mice and Men. Your next journal assignment is due on Friday. Quiz tomorrow.
Thursday
Chapter 3 Quiz.
Read and discuss "To a Mouse" by Robert Burns. Compare the poem to the novel, Of Mice and Men.
Friday
Class discussion.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Week of Sept 15, 2008 -- Sept 18, 2008
Monday
Class Interviews -- no homework today!
Tuesday
We will begin reading chapter 1 and learn how to use the following website for support throughout the book:
http://www.lausd.k12.ca.us/Belmont_HS/mice/index.html
Wednesday
Read and discuss chapter 1 using the online "Of Mice and Men: The Student Survival Guide" for support and clarification.
Homework: Finish reading chapter 1 and write five sentences using new vocabulary.
Thursday
Quiz on chapter 1.
Read through all the journal expectations for the book.
Homework: Chapter 1 journal assignment due tomorrow.
Friday
Read chapter 2.
Homework: Journal assignment for chapter 2 due Wednesday 9/24.
Class Interviews -- no homework today!
Tuesday
We will begin reading chapter 1 and learn how to use the following website for support throughout the book:
http://www.lausd.k12.ca.us/Belmont_HS/mice/index.html
Wednesday
Read and discuss chapter 1 using the online "Of Mice and Men: The Student Survival Guide" for support and clarification.
Homework: Finish reading chapter 1 and write five sentences using new vocabulary.
Thursday
Quiz on chapter 1.
Read through all the journal expectations for the book.
Homework: Chapter 1 journal assignment due tomorrow.
Friday
Read chapter 2.
Homework: Journal assignment for chapter 2 due Wednesday 9/24.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Week of 9/08/08 -- 9/12/08
Monday
Today Mrs. Fenlon demonstrates the use of our online databases. Then you find one article on the Dust Bowl, record its bibliography information, read it, and summarize it. The summary is due in class tomorrow.
http://www.hpregional.org/departments/library/libraryhomepage.html
Tuesday
Today we find two more online journal articles using the school's subscription databases. Record their bibliography information, read them, and write summaries.
Wednesday
Today we use Noodle Tools to create an annotated bibliography. The finished annotated bibliography is due on Friday.
Thursday
Today we begin reading Of Mice and Men, noting John Steinbeck's particular attention to detail. Please bring the book to class every day.
Today Mrs. Fenlon demonstrates the use of our online databases. Then you find one article on the Dust Bowl, record its bibliography information, read it, and summarize it. The summary is due in class tomorrow.
http://www.hpregional.org/departments/library/libraryhomepage.html
Tuesday
Today we find two more online journal articles using the school's subscription databases. Record their bibliography information, read them, and write summaries.
Wednesday
Today we use Noodle Tools to create an annotated bibliography. The finished annotated bibliography is due on Friday.
Thursday
Today we begin reading Of Mice and Men, noting John Steinbeck's particular attention to detail. Please bring the book to class every day.
Friday
Today we use the "Show don't tell" concept to write a story full of action and vivid detail.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Using the Internet for Research
WHAT IS A REPUTABLE WEBSITE?
When you search the Internet, no doubt you will typically end up with numerous hits that match your search criteria. How will you tell which sites are reputable and research paper-worthy?
· First off, NO WIKIPEDIA! This is a constantly changing site which can be added to by anyone. It is not reputable.
· Make sure you are NOT on somebody’s personal page. For personal pages, there is no publisher or domain owner vouching for the information in the page. How can you tell if it is a personal page?
- Read the URL carefully. Look for a personal name (ex. jbarker or barker) following a tilde ( ~ ), a percent sign ( % ), or the words "users," "members," or "people."
· What type of domain does it come from (educational, nonprofit, commercial, government, etc.)? Is the domain extension appropriate for the content?
- Government sites: look for .gov or .mil
- Educational sites: look for .edu
- Nonprofit organizations: look for .org
These domains are usually much more reputable than a commercial .com site. Look for appropriateness. What kind of information source do you think is most reliable for your topic?
· Is there an author clearly indicated? What can you find out about that author?
· If there is an organization sponsoring the page, what can you learn about the organization and who they are?
· What are the goals of the site? What is the purpose of the site? To provide information? Advertise? Persuade? Who is the intended audience? Is there a lot of flash and gimmicks to attract attention? Is it a blatant attempt to get you to do or buy something?
When you search the Internet, no doubt you will typically end up with numerous hits that match your search criteria. How will you tell which sites are reputable and research paper-worthy?
· First off, NO WIKIPEDIA! This is a constantly changing site which can be added to by anyone. It is not reputable.
· Make sure you are NOT on somebody’s personal page. For personal pages, there is no publisher or domain owner vouching for the information in the page. How can you tell if it is a personal page?
- Read the URL carefully. Look for a personal name (ex. jbarker or barker) following a tilde ( ~ ), a percent sign ( % ), or the words "users," "members," or "people."
· What type of domain does it come from (educational, nonprofit, commercial, government, etc.)? Is the domain extension appropriate for the content?
- Government sites: look for .gov or .mil
- Educational sites: look for .edu
- Nonprofit organizations: look for .org
These domains are usually much more reputable than a commercial .com site. Look for appropriateness. What kind of information source do you think is most reliable for your topic?
· Is there an author clearly indicated? What can you find out about that author?
· If there is an organization sponsoring the page, what can you learn about the organization and who they are?
· What are the goals of the site? What is the purpose of the site? To provide information? Advertise? Persuade? Who is the intended audience? Is there a lot of flash and gimmicks to attract attention? Is it a blatant attempt to get you to do or buy something?
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