*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
II. Review all Unit Lesson notes (i.e. Vocabulary Development and Comprehension, Literary Analysis Writing, Non-Fiction Analysis, Prose Fiction Analysis, and Annotation Process); informal (or formal) assessments will be conducted daily.
III. To continue honing your grammar and proofreading skills visit the following links:
http://www.cengage.com/devenglish/discipline_content/grammarquizzes.html
-or-
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/quiz_list.htm
The website for the first link enables you to send me a copy of your test and answers. After you have completed a self-test send me a report...I would like to see your progress. DUE DAILY
IV. Read and analyze (using the TP-CASTT Method and Hermeneutic Analysis Questions) your Poetry Recitation poem; you will be submitting this analyzed version of your poem for grading. By analyzing your poem you will learn how to approach the recitation of the poem.
Review the Supplemental Handout ("How to Memorize a Poem") and find techniques that can aid your memorization process
50% (or at least 10 verses) of the poem DUE 3/20 [A], 3/21 [B]
V. Read and analyze (using the TP-CASTT Method and Hermeneutic Analysis Questions) the Graded Active Reading Assignment: "Poetry" (Neruda). Do not use online resources or student help...DO YOUR OWN ANALYSIS WORK.
Bring the assignment to the next class meeting. We will discuss the piece and then you will receive a graded analysis assignment.
DUE 3/20 [A], 3/21 [B]
VI. Review the Poetry as Life: Introduction to Poetry Analysis and Appreciation notes; prepare for informal assessments (short quizzes, cold text analysis, mini-responses).
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Study/Review SAT Vocabulary Terms (LIST 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6) You should review the following items:
-word definitions
-part(s) of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs)
-related forms (family words)
-synonyms and antonyms
-notes on how to distinguish the varied parts of speech.
-suffix endings and roots
-context clue types
In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post.
To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards or Extended Definition assignment.
II. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the literary terms. Students will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of ALL terms. They should employ the same study method that is suggested for the SAT terms.
III. Students should conduct a nightly/daily review of the rules of grammar. Students will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of all rules.
IV. Bring materials/supplies to class; this includes copies of literary works studied, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.
VI. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.
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UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Spring Semester Assessment: Third and Fourth Quarters
6/??/13
Details:
1. This assessment is not a part of the fourth quarter grade; it will be averaged as a separate exam grade.
2. It will mostly measure your knowledge of the following concepts:
a. Reading Comprehension (studied and cold text)
b. Context Clues (Vocabulary and Literature)
c. Main Idea (Author Purpose) Identification
d. Ability to make inferences
e. Word Parts
f. Grammar identification and correction
3. This is an IMPORTANT assessment; you are expected to try and do your best.
FCAT Reading (Grade 9)
4/22/13-4/26/13
Details:
1. This will be a computer based assessment
2. Practicing on FCAT Explorer may give you some familiarity with computer based tests
READING COMPREHENSION
Reading Comprehension Assignment: FCAT Explorer
2/8/13: Section 1 (B.C. to A.D.)
2/15/13: Section 2 (A.D. to 1500)
2/22/13: Section 3 (1500 to 1800)
link: https://www.evernote.com/shard/s245/sh/f8111718-5108-4598-b35e-c3055c3f7c54/f2df3bfea0a00033842c75a534276f1c
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING*
Active Reading Assignment: "The Pedestrian" (Bradbury)*
TBA [A], TBA [B]
Active Reading Assignment: "Poetry" (Neruda)
DUE 3/20 [A], 3/21 [B]
Active Reading Assignment: "TBA" (TBA)
DUE 3/22 [A], 4/2
PRACTICE ANALYSIS SESSIONS
Practice Analysis Text: "TBA"
3/19/13 @ 2:50 PM
TBA [A], TBA [B]
Active Reading Assignment: "Poetry" (Neruda)
DUE 3/20 [A], 3/21 [B]
Active Reading Assignment: "TBA" (TBA)
DUE 3/22 [A], 4/2
PRACTICE ANALYSIS SESSIONS
Practice Analysis Text: "TBA"
3/19/13 @ 2:50 PM
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Unit Lesson: Introduction to Poetry
3/8 [A], 3/11 [B]: Day 1
3/12 [A], 3/13 [B]: Day 2
3/14 [A], 3/15 [B]: Day 3
Oral Recitation Project: Poetry Unit
Poem Submission Dates
3/12 [A], 3/13 [B]: Day 1
3/14 [A], 3/15 [B]: Day 2*
*This is ONLY for students whose poem was rejected on 3/12 and 3/13
Memorization Deadlines
25% of the poem
3/18 [A], 3/19 [B]
50% of the poem
3/20 [A], 3/21 [B]
75% of the poem
4/3 [A], 4/4 [B]
100% of the poem
4/8 [A], 4/9 [B]
*NOTE: Each day your performance will determine how you will be grouped...
Group A: Third Day Reciters
Group B: Second Day Reciters
Group C: First Day Reciters
Recitation Dates
4/10 [A], 4/11 [B]: Day 1
4/12 [A], 4/15 [B]: Day 2
4/16 [A], 4/17 [B]: Day 3
4/18 [A], 4/19 [B]: Spill Over Day
WRITING
Journal Writing Assignments
Writing Assignment (Topic 1) for Poetry
3/14 [A], 3/15 [B]: In-class Writing Session
3/18 [A], 3/19 [B]: Open Forum
Writing Assignment (Topic 2) for Poetry
3/22 [A], 4/2 [B]: In-class Writing Session
4/3 [A], 4/4 [B]: Open Forum
Creative Writing Assignments
Writing Workshop: Lyric Poetry
TBA [A], TBA [B]
Literary Analysis Writing Assignments
Writing Assignment: Analysis Essay #3 (Prose Fiction: Fahrenheit 451)
3/12 [A], 3/13 [B]
100 points (9-point scale)
Writing Assignment: Analysis Essay #4 (Poetry Analysis)
TBA [A], TBA [B]
100 points (9-point scale)
Details:
2. You will need to include evidence in your CD; please bring a copy of the text
3. This is a 100 point writing assignment
4. This is a timed writing assignment
NONE
VOCABULARY
Formative Assessment: SAT List 6*
TBA [A], TBA [B]
Quick Review Lesson: SAT List 6
TBA [A], TBA [B]
GRAMMAR*
Unit Lesson #1: Semi-colons and Clauses
1/4 [A], 1/7 [B]
Unit Lesson #2: Commas (Lessons 1 and 2)
1/14 [A], 1/17 [B]
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