Week of 2 September 2019

The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers and problem solvers. 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. 

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Honors English 12:  What is my moral philosophy and how have I come to terms with it?                                                                                       -How do society and the  people around me affect my morality?                                                                                             -How do I transform a message for a different audience?

Students will transform the Summer Reading novels into Children's Books. They will identify the message/meaning for a specific audience, utilize plotline, use dialogue, apply literary elements and literary devices,  and pay attention to detail.  The Elements of a Children's Book Handout and the Rubric can be found on Google Classroom.  

Broadcast Journalism:   How does what we know about the world shape our                                                                           perspectives?                                                                                   
                                                                                      - How do I get ready for a LIVE broadcast?

Students will continue working as a team to get ready for daily live broadcasts.  Students will prepare scripts and equipment, collaborate, and create.  They will work on making sure that the Newscast progresses and improves.

Public Speaking:  What really matters?
                                            - How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
                                            - Why do I get nervous?

Students will be reading and responding to information found in the text to help them learn the importance of both listening and speaking skills when writing a speech.  The application of information will aid with the writing of their Introductory Speech. Speech topics are due on September 5th.  Speech Outline Drafts due on September 9th. Students will view and read samples of Introductory speeches to help with the critiquing process.  Chapter 2 will be due on Friday, September 6th with a quiz on September 9th.

Keystone Literature:  How can I improve myself?  

                                                -How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?
                                                - What are my strengths and weaknesses?

Students have been introduced to the course requirements.  This course requires a student to show improvement in standards which need to be strengthened.  Every student will focus and work on improving their reading and writing skills for success on the Keystone through a variety of techniques and methods.