"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." - William Butler Yeats
The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers. Students are not only reading for comprehension but for meaning and relevancy of the work as a whole. Literature is also an example of good writing. The writing improves when a student reads. Vocabulary also improves because the student is learning to read in context. We want successful students who can think critically and communicate effectively.
Academic English 9: Students will be researching the Holocaust and WWII for application to the Documentary Project. Through research, they will identify and use valid, reliable sources. They will learn the elements of informational text and the Documentary. In pairs, students will be required to create a documentary in a medium of their choice. The use and abuse of power is the focus/theme of this unit. The project will allow students to have information and insight of the time period for understanding and analysis of The Boy in Striped Pajamas and Night.
Practical English 10: Students will read and analyze informational text. They will be required to respond to the text on the worksheet. Students will identify elements of the Argumentative Research Essay. They will research, argue, and support a side. They will use correct MLA citation, create annotations, focus on subject/verb agreement and present tense, as well as diction and connotation. Vocabulary List 2 will be distributed. Students will be required to complete worksheets for Wednesday, 9/11. There will be a Vocabulary List 2 Test on Friday, 9/13.
English 11: Students will be working on the Native American Myth. They will read, analyze, and respond to "The Turtle's Back" and "Grizzlies Stand Upright". Students will be required to respond to the myths on worksheets. Vocabulary List 2 will be reviewed. Students will be required to complete sentences for Friday, 9/13.
Public Speaking: Students have learned the importance of integrity, audience, topic, and purpose through the reading of the text and discussion. They will be responsible for completing outlines, podium cards, conferencing, and practice, all in preparation for their Introductory Speech to be delivered next week. The goal is to prepare students for speaking well in public which is a necessary skill for success in and out of the classroom.
Chapter 5 Notes due 9/11
Topics due by 9/12
Outlines due by 9/16
Chapter 7 Notes due 9/17
Podium Cards due by 9/17
Practices begin on 9/17 and 9/18
Speeches commence on 9/19
