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Mrs. Williams August 26, 2013

Mrs. Williams August 26, 2013. Agenda: Supplies Standards Syllabus Summer Assessment. Learning Target: I will understand the objectives and expectations for English III. Supplies. Binder with section dividers: - class notes - weekly vocabulary - class handouts Blue or black pen

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Mrs. Williams August 26, 2013

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  1. Mrs. WilliamsAugust 26, 2013 Agenda: Supplies Standards Syllabus Summer Assessment Learning Target: I will understand the objectives and expectations for English III.

  2. Supplies • Binder with section dividers: - class notes - weekly vocabulary - class handouts • Blue or black pen • Composition Notebook (RWN)

  3. Standards You Will: • Walk in each class period before the bell • Get RWN out of the designated crate • Begin the warm up activity immediately and be ready to discuss. • Participate in class discussions and activities – No opting out! • Respect others • Always have your SSR book!

  4. Summer Assessment “If you are in regular English I, II, III or IV, you need to read three (3) books from either the contemporary list or the College Board List.” - Newman Smith English Department You will be expected to select one of the three books that you read over the summer. On the assessment you will need to identify the theme of the book and to discuss the imagery, characterization, tone, or symbolism in the book. You will need to have access to the book to identify key quotes for the assessment as well.

  5. Class Discussion • “The American Dream” is a term first coined as a phrase in 1931. It is often used to describe the essence and spirit of America. • It characterizes the unique promise that America has offered immigrants and residents for nearly 400 years. • We will discuss the imprint of the philosophical foundations of this country and what the modern American Dream looks like.

  6. In the box with the stars, brainstorm words and ideas that describe yourself and write them down. On the stripes, write down 13 statements that express your dreams for your life.

  7. Learning Target: I can learn and understand the class procedures. I can express my thoughts about the American Dream. Homework: Write a one page description of the American Dream. This is due at the beginning of class on Wednesday. August 27, 2013 English III Agenda: Textbook checkout Procedures SLANT Book Talks The American Dream

  8. SLANT • Sit up. • Listen. • Ask and answer questions. • Nod your head. • Track the speaker. These five key behaviors maximize your ability to pay attention in class.

  9. Summer Assessment “If you are in regular English I, II, III or IV, you need to read three (3) books from either the contemporary list or the College Board List. Pre AP III must read one book from the College Board List.” - Newman Smith English Department You will be expected to select one of the three books that you read over the summer. On the assessment you will need to identify the theme of the book and to discuss the imagery, characterization, tone, or symbolism in the book. You will need to have access to the book to identify key quotes for the assessment as well.

  10. Book Talks • Give the title and author. • Identify the genre. • Give a brief summary without giving away the ending. • Read a brief passage.

  11. Silent Write Around • Find a partner. • You will each receive a piece of paper which contains an idea about America. • Read the statement and respond to it anywhere on the paper. • When I call time, you will exchange the paper with your partner. • Read the idea, read his/her comments and respond to the original idea or comment on your partner’s comments. Be prepared to discuss and defend your ideas with the class.

  12. What is the American Dream? • Individual’s rights are superior to the needs of society. • Belief in God has been characteristic of the American experience. • Mankind is basically evil. • Education is important primarily to get a job. • Individual freedoms must always be controlled by government authority.

  13. Interpretation of the American Dream • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC7T-079i-4 • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWqgiISvM3E - Written response to videos

  14. Let’s Define it! • What is your interpretation of the American Dream? • Write a one page response to this question. Bring your completed one page description to class tomorrow.

  15. August 28, 2013 Warm Up: Read your American Dream description that you completed for homework. In your RWN, copy the best sentence in the paper. Also, copy the sentence that needs the most work and revise it underneath. • Agenda: • Warm Up • Procedures, supplies and cheat sheet, homework • SLANT and teacher signals • Book Talk • American Dream sentences • Theme mini lesson • “Let America Be America Again” Homework: Complete the Student Interest Survey.

  16. Procedures You Will: • Walk in each class period before the bell • Get RWN out of the designated crate • Begin the warm up activity immediately and be ready to discuss. • Participate in class discussions and activities – No opting out! • Respect others • Always have your SSR book!

  17. SLANT • Sit up. • Listen. • Ask and answer questions. • Nod your head. • Track the speaker. These five key behaviors maximize your ability to pay attention in class.

  18. What is the American Dream? • A free press is important to equal rights for everyone. • The American Dream means making lots of money. • Hard work equals success. • Everyone can achieve the American Dream. • The American Dream includes getting married and having children.

  19. August 29, 2013Learning Target: I can read and respond to poetry. Warm Up: Look over the Hughes’ poem from yesterday. In your RWN (composition book), write a response to the poem giving your opinion of the poet’s message about America. • Agenda: • Warm Up • Student Interest Survey • Procedures/supplies • “Let America Be America Again” • Democracy Writing Homework: Prepare for our library visit on Friday for 20 minutes. You will either bring a book and read or check out a book and read. Please have a list of titles/authors that interest you.

  20. THEME • Theme is the central message of a literary work. • The theme is the idea the author wishes to convey about that subject. A literary work can have more than one theme, and most themes are not directly stated but are implied.

  21. Book Talks

  22. Examples of Theme • Theme is the central message of a literary work. • Example 1: Inequality of the rich and poor is an injustice in society. • Example 2: Loyalty within a relationship often determines survival.

  23. TWIST into the Text • Title • What’s Happening • Imagery • Structure • Theme

  24. School-Wide Reading Initiative

  25. Helpful Websites • http://www.whatshouldireadnext.com/ • http://www.goodreads.com/ • http://www.barnesandnoble.com/ • http://www.amazon.com

  26. RWN and Binder Set UP

  27. Read “Let America Be America Again” – Langston Hughes • “I swear to the Lord, I still can’t see, why Democracy means Everybody, but me.” - Langston Hughes Writing Prompt: What is your definition of democracy? Write it down and prepare to share.

  28. August 30, 2013 • We made it!!!!!!!! Learning Target: I can select a book for SSR and read for enjoyment. • Warm Up: Write down the theme statement from your Democracy Definition. (Hint: What does your piece say about Democracy?)

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