Week 1, September 7-10

We will try to keep this blog updated on a weekly basis so that you can easily access important class information. The goal will be to post our learning goals, daily plans, and attach digital handouts so you can access them at home.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Goal: Model syntax and structure of original text

Task: Rewrite Douglass’ passage on Mr. Gore, writing instead about someone you know (or know of). Keep the structure as close to the original as possible. Exchange the words to describe your character.


Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Goals: Review close reading strategies; understand expectations for annotation

Tasks:

• Mr. Gore rewrite due--share with class
• Read close reading handout, practicing annotation as we go
• Check out Language of Composition text book in the library
• HW: Read para. 4-11 "Learning to Read"

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Goals: Apply rhetorical strategies to reading; introduce AP style multiple choice

Tasks:

• Partner reading response questions
• Practice multiple choice quiz over "Learning to Read"
• HW: Read through course syllabus; share with parents

Friday, September 10, 2010

Goals: identify learning styles and individual goals; reflect on literary understanding

Tasks:

• Parent signature forms due (syllabus and video)
• Course survey
• Literary History assignment--begin brainstorming, introduction
• HW: write literary history (Due Monday!)