Week of February 6th, 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. 

Practical English 11: What is the meaning of freedom?

Students will read, analyze, discuss, and respond to interpretations of the Declaration of Independence.  As a whole class, students will identify reasons/beliefs for independence and the relevancy of the grievances.  Students will begin 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.

English 12:  Why are both vision and disillusion 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 Chapters 5 and 6 and Chapters 7 and 8 quizzes.  They will participate in discussions on individualism, society, leadership, and human nature.

Public Speaking:  How and why do speakers adapt to their audience?

Students will be able to identify an audience-centered speaker and one who is not.  They will be able to describe when and how speakers can adapt to their audience. Chapter 5 due by Tuesday, February 7th.  Students will be working on an analysis of the Cruz/Sanders Debate.  They will fact check and research responses to the main questions of the debate.  They will create a critique and identify who won the  debate based on research.  Critique due by Friday, February 10th.

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

Students will continue work on Key 3 in their Keystone Literature Workbooks.  They will identify a goal and chart their progress in Literary Devices.  Students will be required to read fiction and respond to questions.  Students will use each key to focus their work on the online apps.  They will complete assignments and chart their progress.