Week of February 21st, 2017

"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. 

English 12:  Why is disillusion and vision necessary?

Students will continue to read, respond, and analyze The Lord of the Flies.  They are responsible for identifying direct and indirect characterization, responding to questions on symbols, and themes. Students will complete Charts in their study guides.  They will participate in discussions on individualism, society, leadership, and human nature. Students will complete short answer response questions as a final assessment.  Making connections, identifying universal themes, and understanding their responsibility towards the progression of society creates compassionate, life-long learners.

Practical English 11:  What is the meaning of freedom?

Students will continue to read, analyze and discuss The Constitution and the Bill of Rights.  They will be required to read, analyze, and discuss the process, the men, and the meaning that helped to establish America. Students will identify the need for ideals, the need for law, and the need for involvement. They will use the analysis of The Constitution and the Bill of Rights to create a newscast.  Students will work in pairs.  They will be responsible for creating a script, producing a backdrop, producing a newscast video, and applying at least one of the ideals found in the documents to current events.

Keystone Literature Remediation:  Why is reflection and self-assessment necessary?

Students will continue work on Key 5 in their Keystone Literature Workbooks.  They will identify a goal and chart their progress in Nonfiction.  Students will be required to read and respond to questions on purpose, structure, tone, simile, and opinion.  Students will use each key to focus their work on the online apps.  They will complete assignments and chart their progress.

Public Speaking:  Why should the use of valid and reliable sources be necessary?

Introductory Speeches will commence on Wednesday, February 22nd.  Students will be responsible for reading, analyzing and responding to Chapter 6 in their textbook. by Friday, February 24th.  They will view and critique their Introductory Speeches.  Students will discuss key strengths and weaknesses.  Reflection and self-assessment are necessary for improvement.