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Class 25 HW due: World Lit book; Scene Analysis on your AC wiki page 1. DOL 25 2. Update on World Lit book project 3. Acting Companies HW: 1. Bring World Lit book (complete over the weekend if necessary) 2. complete Annotation (on script)
 * grading
 * revise Scene Analysis on your AC page
 * share with class
 * introduce Annotation
 * share example
 * time to work with company
 * read through script

Class 26 HW due: Annotation 1. DOL 26 2. Acting Companies 3. New World Lit book plan HW: 1. Character Report (post on your AC wiki page)
 * complete annotation
 * identify the motivation (why a characters says what he says) and objective (what a character wants) for each character
 * write this at the top of the script
 * rehearsal
 * include production notes on script
 * where do characters stand
 * to whom is each character speaking
 * design set and select costume

Class 27 HW due: Character Report 1. DOL 27 2. Acting Companies HW 1. final preparations for performances
 * review grading sheet
 * insights about characters from Character Report - pair share
 * time to rehearse
 * each group receives comments from Mr. Stephens
 * final decisions about costumes and props

HW due: 1. DOL 28 2. Acting Companies 3. World Lit. book podcast - Revised for closure HW: 1. outline your World Lit book presentation on your World Lit. wiki page (see your class page) E Block Due: Wednesday, October 28th@8:00am**
 * Class 28**
 * performances C Block: 1.3; 2.4 (the only scene performances completed)
 * [|English 9 World Lit Book Podcast .pdf]
 * Resources for comparing and contrasting
 * [|Column Venn Organizer.pdf]
 * [|Compare and Contrast Organizer.pdf]
 * the compare and contrast chart is for your use - it will not be collected
 * C Block Due: Tuesday, October 27th @12:10pm
 * introduction
 * body (primary points of comparison and contrast)
 * conclusion
 * requirements: [|English 9 World Lit Book Podcast .pdf]

Class Times for Class 29 C Block: Tuesday, October 27th @ 12:10pm E Block: Wednesday, October 28th @ 8:00am Here is what you need to complete for Class 29: 1. Make sure you have posted an outline of your World Lit book podcast on your World Lit book wiki page. 2. The World Lit presentation has been changed into a podcast. Read the requirements here: [|English 9 World Lit Book Podcast .pdf] 3. Complete the podcast by the beginning of the next class - on October 29th. Embed your podcast on your World Lit wiki page. 4. Romeo and Juliet Essay 5. All scene performances will take place during Class 32 - next week C Block: Thursday, October 29th E Block: Thursday, October 29th**
 * Class 29**
 * grading sheet for the podcast: [|World Lit Podcast Grading Sheet.pdf]
 * You will recall that we discussed “Who is responsible for the ‘death’ of Juliet?” but now it’s time to consider who might be responsible for the tragic deaths of these two young lovers. Is it Montague, Capulet, Nurse, Tybalt, Mercutio, Romeo, Juliet, Friar Lawerence, Fate, or someone (or something) else? Argue your case in a well developed essay of about 400 - 500 words, using 2-3 pieces of textual support. Each piece of textual support must be no longer than three lines.
 * Essay Question: Who is responsible for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet?
 * Complete this pre-writing handout for the next class: [|Romeo and Juliet Essay Prewriting.doc]
 * You will need to submit a physical copy of this pre-writing on Tuesday, November 3rd
 * HW due dates for the World Lit Podcast and the Essay Pre-writing:

1. Did you complete your podcast, posting it to your World Lit book wiki page? Several of you mentioned that you only had one reflection. If this is the case, simply add another one to your wiki page - write about your thoughts after your completed the novel. 2. Did you complete your Romeo and Juliet essay pre-writing? You did not need to post it to the wiki - I will check it when you return. 3. Now it's time for the next step on the essay - the rough draft. 4. Scene performances: We need to have scene performances next Wednesday (C Block) and Thursday (E Block). You will have a short amount of time to consult with your acting company on Tuesday, but not very much. I know that this is not an ideal situation, but do your best. If you need to rehearse with your group, you may use Skype this week or my classroom next week on Tuesday or Wednesday after school, but let me know in advance. HW: 1. submit your Romeo and Juliet ROUGH DRAFT to Turnitin.com by the beginning of your next class - Tuesday, November 3rd. 2. be ready for your scene performance next Wednesday or Thursday
 * Class 30**
 * First, read the example essay titled "The Symbolism of the Conch" on pages 10-13 in the following PDF document:
 * [|A Guide to the Literary-Analysis Essay.pdf]
 * While the essay is not perfect, it does have a number of strong points:
 * an opening paragraph that indicates the work, author, interesting introductory information, and a clear thesis
 * read the explanation of a "major thesis" on page two of the PDF document
 * body paragraphs that each begin with a strong topic sentence directly relating to the thesis
 * careful use of textual evidence - note that the author explains HOW the textual evidence supports the thesis - this is sometimes known as "commentary"
 * read the explanation of "commentary" on page three of the PDF document
 * the author writes in the PRESENT TENSE when discussing the book, "In the beginning, the boys view (not viewed) the conch as an important symbol that unites (not united) them and gives (not gave) them the power to deal with their difficult situation."
 * the concluding paragraph explains WHY the ideas discussed in the paper matter - also known as the 'SO WHAT?' factor
 * read the explanation of "conclusion" on page four of the PDF document
 * quoted and paraphrase material is correctly formatted
 * for Romeo and Juliet see "quoting poetry" on page eight of the PDF document
 * Second, write a rough draft of your Romeo and Juliet essay, using your pre-writing (Romeo and Juliet Essay Prewriting.doc)
 * once again, here are the requirements: You will recall that we discussed “Who is responsible for the ‘death’ of Juliet?” but now it’s time to consider who might be responsible for the tragic deaths of these two young lovers. Is it Montague, Capulet, Nurse, Tybalt, Mercutio, Romeo, Juliet, Friar Lawerence, Fate, or someone (or something) else? Argue your case in a well developed essay of about 400-500 words, using 2-3 pieces of textual support. Each piece of textual support must be no longer than three lines.
 * Third, submit your ROUGH DRAFT to Turnitin.com by the beginning of your next class - Tuesday, November 3rd.

HW due: 1. No DOL - book check out: 2. Essay Writing 3. Check in with your Acting Company HW: 1. reflect on and revise your essay by completing the following: [|Revising a Literary Analysis - REVISED.pdf] 2. prepare for scene performance
 * Class 31**
 * We will be back in school for Class # 31**
 * World Lit book - two reflections, outline posted, and podcast embedded on World Lit wiki page
 * Romeo and Juliet essay pre-writing
 * Romeo and Juliet essay rough draft submitted to Turnitin.com
 * C Block: 8:30am - Candide and The Art of Styling Sentences
 * E Block: 1:00pm - Candide and The Art of Styling Sentences
 * review example essay - strengths and weaknesses - focus on Ideas and Content
 * peer revise partner essay for Ideas and Content
 * explain revising homework

HW due: Revising analysis C Block: 3.3; 3.5; 5.3 (all completed) E Block: 1.3; 2.4; 3.3; 3.5; 5.3 2. Essay revision HW: (make sure you read the correct block) 1. complete your self-evaluation on your AC wiki page if you didn't complete it in class 2. Make sure you have the following with you for the next class:
 * Class 32**
 * 1. Scene Performances!** (Review the requirements so you are prepared: [|Acting Company Grading Sheet.pdf])
 * performances
 * complete written reflections and turn in
 * use "Revising a Literary Analysis" on example paper
 * complete peer review
 * conference with Mr. Stephens
 * C BLOCK**
 * Romeo and Juliet essay prewriting
 * Romeo and Juliet essay "Revising a Literary Analysis"
 * Romeo and Juliet - the text
 * //Candide// and //The Art of Styling Sentences//

1. All scene performances on Monday - contact your partners if they have been absent 2. Make sure you have the following with you for the next class: 3. Continue revising your Romeo and Juliet essay
 * E BLOCK**
 * if you are missing someone on Monday, we will improvise
 * bring all papers relating to the scene performance - script etc.
 * Romeo and Juliet essay prewriting
 * Romeo and Juliet essay "Revising a Literary Analysis"
 * Romeo and Juliet - the text
 * //Candide// and //The Art of Styling Sentences//

HW due: RJ prewriting, "Revising a Literary Analysis" 1. The Are of Styling Sentences #33 2. Romeo and Juliet Essay 3. Candide HW: 1. complete final draft of Romeo and Juliet essay 2. Candide - read chapters 1-3
 * Class 33, C Block**
 * incorporating textual evidence
 * punctuation of textual evidence
 * revise textual evidence - context, text, analysis
 * introduction - satire, etc.
 * reminder on Post-it reading strategy
 * submit to Turitin.com in the folder "2a Revision 1" under the Romeo and Juliet Essay
 * 5 post-its for this section - Post-it Response Strategies

HW due: RJ prewriting, "Revising a Literary Analysis"; 1.3,2.4,5.3 - prepared for performance 1. Scene Performances: 1.3, 2.4 3. Romeo and Juliet Essay HW: 1. complete final draft of Romeo and Juliet essay 2. scene performances
 * Class 33, E Block** (picture day)
 * incorporating textual evidence
 * punctuation of textual evidence
 * revise textual evidence - context, text, analysis
 * submit to Turitin.com in the folder "2a Revision 1" under the Romeo and Juliet Essay
 * also remember to bring: RJ essay prewriting, "Revising a Literary Analysis"
 * 5.3 be prepared to perform
 * all other scenes: make sure you completed you self-evaluation (on paper or the AC wiki page)
 * also remember to bring your: script; costume/set design (a sketch); grading sheet for project

HW due: final draft of Romeo and Juliet essay; Candide ch1-3 with 5 post-its 1. The Art of Styling Sentences #34 2. Pictures @ 9:25am 3. Candide 4. RJ essay HW: 1. Candide ch 4-12
 * Class 34, C Block**
 * introduction and background
 * satire - focus on literary devices used to create satire
 * Key Question - assign parts of the text
 * read aloud ch1-3, identifying literary devices and pondering the key question
 * check post-its for accuracy
 * self-evaluation using the 6-traits
 * 5 quality post-its (demonstrate thoughtfulness and accuracy)
 * assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * C block: Jane, Jenny, Carol, James

HW due: 1. scene performance 5.3 2. The Art of Styling Sentences #33 and 34 3. Candide 4. RJ essay HW: 1. Candide ch 1-12 (I realize this is a lengthy reading, but we are behind)
 * Class 34, E Block**
 * RJ essay final draft submitted to Turnitin.com; prewrititing; "Revising a Literary Analysis"
 * scene performances: self-evaluation; script; costume/set design (a sketch); grading sheet for project
 * collect scripts, etc.
 * introduction and background
 * satire - focus on literary devices used to create satire
 * Key Question - assign parts of the text
 * read aloud ch1-3, identifying literary devices and pondering the key question
 * check post-its for accuracy
 * self-evaluation using the 6-traits
 * 10 quality post-its (demonstrate thoughtfulness and accuracy)
 * assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * E block: PeterK, John, Joanna, Susie, Joon, and PeterP

HW due: Candide ch 4-12 with 5 post-its (note to Mr. Stephens - check chapters 1-12 post-its) 1. Sentence Patterns #35 2. Candide 3. Time to read Candide in class 4. A note on attending the play for EC HW: 1. read Candide ch 13-18 with 5 'high quality' post-it notes 2. assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * Class 35, C Block**
 * summarize plot events in 1-12
 * restate why Voltaire wrote Candide
 * review how Voltaire satirizes Optimism - uses literary devices to create satire
 * read aloud ch 3, identifying literary devices and pondering the key question
 * assigned students share their thoughts on the Key Question
 * check post-it notes for completeness and accuracty
 * C block: Eldred, Jonathan, and Arnold

HW due: Candide ch 1-12 with 10 post-its (note to Mr. Stephens - check chapters 1-12 post-its) 1. Sentence Patterns #33,34,35 2. Candide 3. Time to read Candide in class 4. A note on attending the play for EC HW: 1. read Candide ch 13-18 with 5 'high quality' post-it notes 2. assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * Class 35, E Block**
 * summarize plot events in 1-12
 * restate why Voltaire wrote Candide
 * review how Voltaire satirizes Optimism - uses literary devices to create satire
 * read aloud ch 3, identifying literary devices and pondering the key question
 * assigned students share their thoughts on the Key Question
 * check post-it notes for completeness and accuracty
 * E block: Rachel, Sally, and Stella

HW due: 1. read Candide ch 13-18 with 5 'high quality' post-it notes 2. assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page) Class Activities: 1. Sentence Pattern #36 2. post-it note review 3. quick discussion groups 4. Key Question sharing HW: 1. Candide ch 19-22
 * Class 36, C and E Block**s
 * C block: Eldred, Jonathan, and Arnold
 * E block: Rachel, Sally, Stella
 * look at examples
 * look at own post-its
 * summary
 * share notes
 * What questions do you still have?
 * Jonathan and Arnold
 * 5 quality post-its (demonstrate thoughtfulness and accuracy)
 * assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * C block: Jasmine, PeterK, Christine, Sam
 * E block: Eric, PeterL, Roas, Christina

HW due: Candide ch 19-22 with five post-its; Key Question presentations for assigned students 1. Sentence pattern #37 2. quick discussion groups 3. Key Question sharing 4. Creating a Satire - hunt for literary devices HW: 1. Candide ch 23-27
 * Class 37, C and E Blocks**
 * summary
 * share notes
 * What questions do you still have?
 * post findings on designated class wiki page
 * 5 high quality post-its (demonstrate thoughtfulness and thoroughness)
 * assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * C block: Katie, Hyeunjin, Eric
 * E block: Jane, SeungHyon, TaeYoon

HW due: Candide ch 23-27 with five post-its; Key Question presentations for assigned students 1. Quiz 2. ML #38 (E Block only) 3. Sentence Pattern #38 4. Key Question sharing 5. Creating a Satire - hunt for literary devices HW: 1. Candide ch 28-30 2. Be prepared for a Shared Inquiry Discussion based on our key question and one additional question:
 * Class 38, C and E Blocks**
 * post findings on designated class wiki page
 * five high-quality post-its (demonstrate thoughtfulness and thoroughness)
 * assigned students answer key question and post to designated wiki (see your class page)
 * 1) Why is this not the best of all possible worlds? But, at the same time, //Candide// is not an entirely hopeless novel. What 'rays of hope' do you see?
 * 2) How does Voltaire suggest that we live (focus on chapter 30)? Why?
 * be prepared to share specific examples that have not yet been discussed in class
 * participation is graded

HW due: Candide ch 26-30 with five post-its; prepared for discussion 1. Sentence Pattern #38 and 39 2. Key Question sharing for assigned students 3. Shared Inquiry Discussion 4. Creating a Satire - hunt for literary devices 5. Return and review quiz HW: 1. Complete the literary devices hunt, posting your findings on the designated wiki page (located on your class page)
 * Class 39, C and E Blocks**
 * pre and post-discussion reflection
 * post findings on designated class wiki page
 * each group member should contribute at least TWO examples of literary devices
 * see you class page for instructions

HW due: literary devices hunt - two per student posted on designated wiki page Note to Mr. Stephens: check post-its from final section of Candide 1. Sentence Pattern #40 2. review quiz 3. Shared Inquiry Discussion continued 4. literary devices sharing HW: 1. Satirical Comic Proposal - posted to the designated wiki page (see your class page)
 * Class 40, C and E Blocks**
 * with post discussion reflection
 * one from each section
 * introduce Satiric Comic Project introduction

HW due: Satirical Comic Proposal - posted to wiki page 1. Sentence Pattern #41 2. Satiric Comic Project 3. time to work HW: 1. Comic Project
 * Class 41, C and E Blocks**
 * further introduction
 * example
 * note on literary devices
 * review rubric
 * note on copyright
 * share your ideas with partner
 * review proposal with Mr. Stephens
 * silent work time
 * four frames minimum - don't upload to wiki

HW due: four frames on comic project 1. Sentence Pattern #42 2. Comic Project HW: 1. first draft of comic project
 * Class 42, C and E Blocks**
 * review requirements
 * literary device examples
 * time to work
 * have all the text completed
 * backgrounds and other visual details can be incomplete

HW due: text of comic project 1. Sentence Pattern #43 2. Comic Project 3. time to work HW: 1. continue working on your comic project...
 * Class 43, C and E Blocks**
 * revise text with a partner
 * focus on Word Choice - every word counts in a comic
 * discuss your literary devices - are they correctly used?
 * remember to check rubric
 * discuss due date
 * Note: When you save your comic as a picture to your desktop include your first name and last initial in the title of the project - you might also include your block letter, for example: "Satirical Comic FrederickS 9B" **If you don't make the name unique, it will get erased when someone else uploads his/her "Comic Project."**

HW due: progress on your comic project 1. Sentence Pattern #44 2. The Narrative Essay 3. Comic Project HW: 1. **Final Draft of Comic uploaded to your designated wiki page**
 * Class 44, C and E Blocks**
 * introduction
 * example
 * Narrative Essay assignment #1 (on your class page)
 * Narrative Essay assignment #2 (on your class page)
 * time to work
 * Note: When you save your comic as a picture to your desktop include your first name and last initial in the title of the project - you might also include your block letter, for example: "Satirical Comic FrederickS 9B" **If you don't make the name unique, it will get erased when someone else uploads his/her "Comic Project."**

HW due: Comic Project uploaded to wiki 1. Sentence Pattern # 45 (E Block skip) 2. Satirical Comic Project 3. Narrative Essay continued Narrative Writing HW 1. none - Winter Break
 * Class 45, C and E Blocks**
 * fill out comic project final reflection on wiki
 * peer evaluations
 * evaluate the person on your right and one person of your choice
 * after reading his/her comic, please answer the following on the discussion tab:
 * What did the comic satirize? (don't ask!!)
 * What did the author do well? (be specific)
 * What might the author improve on?
 * Final comment
 * complete assignment #1 and #2 for the Personal Narrative
 * begin work on Narrative Essay prewriting
 * work on Narrative Writing if you feel inspired


 * Winter Break**


 * Class 46 - Snow Day**

HW due: none 1. Sentence Pattern #46 (E Block needs Sentence Pattern #45) 2. Narrative Essay Narrative Writing 3. Return papers / grading sheets HW: 1. first rough drat of narrative essay - about 500 words
 * Class 47**
 * review "A Shirt Full of Bees"
 * E Block needs Part 1
 * complete prewriting in class - see Narrative Writing page for details
 * post prewriting to your narrative wiki page

HW due: first rough drat of narrative essay - about 500 words 1. C Block: Sentence Pattern - completed for the Semester - there will be a few questions on the final 1. E Block: Sentence Patter #46 - last one for the semester 2. Narrative Essay HW: 1. complete first draft of narrative essay - 750 words minimum
 * Class 48**
 * "Narration" handout
 * have a point
 * pacing
 * POV
 * consultations with Mr. Stephens
 * What is your point? (thesis)
 * What is the focus of your narrative? (pacing - quickly pass over non-critical events)
 * What is your POV?
 * review requirements for full first draft
 * time to work
 * check the requirements under Part III Narrative Writing

HW due: full first draft - draft #1 1. Narrative Essay 2. Reflect on progress 3. Final Study Sheet HW: 1. Complete revising assignment, and save your revised paper as a new document. You need to have two drafts to show Mr. Stephens for the next class. (Your revised paper is 'draft #2'.) 2. **SKIP THIS** - Complete a brief reflection on your progress so far on this project. See "Reflection #1" above your Personal Narrative wiki page (on the class page). 3. Submit your draft #2 to Turnitin.com the the beginning of the next class. 4. BRING A DOUBLE SPACED PHYSICAL COPY OF YOUR NARRATIVE ESSAY TO CLASS.
 * Class 49**
 * revising
 * [|Revising a Narrative Essay and Adding Sentence Patterns .pdf]
 * After reviewing the requirements and completing today's revising, on what areas do you still need to focus? (post response on your Personal Narrative wiki page)
 * [|English 9 Sem 1 Final Study Sheet 2009-10.pdf]

HW due: revising assignment; draft #2 submitted to Turnitin.com; double spaced, physical copy of narrative essay 1. reflect on progress with partner (Mr. Stephens checks revising assignment) 2. Narrative Essay 3. review for final HW: 1. Final draft of narrative essay submitted to Turnitin.com by 8:00am January 15th 2. Bring a double spaced, physical copy of your FINAL DRAFT -MLA format
 * Class 50**
 * How thoroughly did your revise your paper?
 * What still needs improvement?
 * underline your "thesis"
 * underline your two "sentence pattern" sentences
 * peer editing - 6 trait editing circles
 * review your trait : [|student_version_writing_scoring_guide.pdf]
 * edit peer papers, focusing your trait
 * questions?
 * discuss essay, passage analysis, sentence patterns
 * Remember:
 * You must use TWO Sentence Patterns in your paper.
 * You need to have an insightful title.
 * physical copy needs to be in MLA format

HW due: final draft submitted to Turnitin.com; double spaced, physical copy of Final Draft - MLA format 1. Narrative Essay reflection 2. study for final
 * Class 51**

HW: 1. study for final

Semester 1 Final: [|English 9 Sem 1 Final Study Sheet 2009-10.pdf] OWL essay test tips