Week of 1 April 2020

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. 

I am hoping you are well and safe.  I miss seeing you, and I miss your thought-provoking discussions and analyses, your creativity, and your enthusiasm.  Please know that I am thinking of you and also know that we will all get through this together.  Take care of yourself and your family.  Be safe.

#Mission Possible

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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?

      

This week will be a review of direct and indirect characterization.  A copy of the assignment may be found on Google Classroom.  Due April 10th

     

Please use the Vocabulary Invitation: http://vocab.com/join/3FK26Z3.  Please complete the practice session for vocabulary enrichment.      

Broadcast Journalism:   How does what we know about the world shape our perspectives?                                                                                                                                                                                    This week will be a review of the pre-production of a video.  A copy of the assignment may be found on Google Classroom.        Due April 9th                                                                          

  

Public Speaking:  What really matters?

This week is a review of the necessary requirements found in a speech critique.  A copy of the assignment may be found on Google Classroom.     Due April 9th     
                  

Keystone Literature:  How can I improve myself?  

                                                What are my strengths and weaknesses?

This week will be a review of literary devices.  A copy of the assignment may be  found on Google Classroom.  Due April 9th

Practical English 12:  What is my moral philosophy and how have I come to terms with it?                                         

Please read the informational article on the Middle Ages.  The article may be found on Google Classroom.  Due April 9th

                                                

Week of 23 March 2020

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. 

I am hoping you are well and safe.  I miss seeing you, and I miss your thought-provoking discussions and analyses, your creativity, and your enthusiasm.  Please know that I am thinking of you and also know that we will all get through this together.  Take care of yourself and your family. 

#Mission Possible

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?
      

Canterbury Tales- Geoffrey Chaucer/Middle Ages/Poetry/Satire/ Direct/Indirect Characterization

                            -What role does social status have on society’s perception of an individual?

                - How do stereotypes serve to guide or mislead one’s perception of an individual?              - What role does corruption play in the establishing of new ideals?                                      - How does art reflect the political and social views of the time period in which it                  is produced? 

Vocabulary- How do I breakdown a word?
                    - How do I make connections for understanding?       

        
Vocabulary Units 4-6 should be completed by Tuesday, April 6th. Please use the Vocabulary Invitation: http://vocab.com/join/3FK26Z3.  Please complete the practice session to improve knowledge and context. Chaucer's satire uses humor, irony, and imagery to gently expose his readers to the corruption in society.  Students should complete the Character chart (a copy has been made for you in Google Classroom) for Chaucer's Prologue to the Canterbury Tales.  Students should upload their completed chart in Google Classroom by March 30th.  A translation of the Prologue can be found here:        https://tigerweb.towson.edu/duncan/chaucer/duallang1.htm

Please submit a problem that you wish to solve by March 30th through Google Classroom.

Broadcast Journalism:   How does what we know about the world shape our                                                                           perspectives?                                                                                   
                                                                  - How do I get ready for a LIVE broadcast?
                                                    - How do I prepare and script an interview?
                                                    - How do I create a PSA?
                                                    - How do I create a Facebook post?
                                                    - How do I utilize PremierePro?
                                                    - How do I take better photographs?
                                                    - How do I write captions?

Students will create Legacy videos using their cell phones.  The assignment can be found on Google Classroom.  Remember, you MUST have a script approved before you create your video.  April 8th is the deadline for a final video.

Public Speaking:  What really matters?
                                            - How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
                                            - How does a speaker adapt to an audience and their environment?
                                            - How do I gather, organize, and utilize valid research?

Students will organize, outline, and write their Informative Speech. Students will utilize between 4 and 6 sources in their speech.  APA format is necessary.   Final outlines and hard-copies will be due on speech day.  Please submit a video of your speech (use your cell phone),  your outline and final speech with a Works Cited page on Google Classroom.  All speeches should be submitted by the end of the 3rd Marking Period.  Be creative, informative/demonstrative, and valid!

Keystone Literature:  How can I improve myself?  What are my strengths and weaknesses?

       Critical thinking:           - How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?
                                              - How do I analyze literature (fiction/nonfiction)
                                              - How do I write a literary analysis?
                                              - How do I identify and apply literary elements and devices?
                                              - How do I use vocabulary-in-context?
                                              - How do I identify a propaganda technique?
                                              - How do I identify and apply tone and purpose?
                                              -How do I give specific instructions?
                                              -How do I entertain and motivate a peer?

Students must complete 2 new Study Island tests.  They should focus on strengthening a weakness.  Past Study Island requirements must be met before the end of the 3rd Marking Period.

Practical 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 does information affect my perspective/beliefs?

Students will research the topic that they have picked on the Middle Ages.  Students will find 4 valid sources and completed Annotated Bibliographies.  Upload your Annotated Bibliographies to Google Classroom by the end of the 3rd Marking Period.  Students will use the resources to create Research Websites.  More information to follow!

Week of 2 March 2020

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. 

#Mission Possible

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?
      
 Lord of the Flies- ​What is an individual's responsibility to a community?
                            - How do actions of characters reveal their personalities?
                            - What does it mean to be civilized?
                            - When is the restriction of freedom a good thing?
                            - How do society's views and stereotypes affect a person's power?
Canterbury Tales- Geoffrey Chaucer/Middle Ages/Poetry/Satire/ Direct/Indirect Characterization

                            -What role does social status have on society’s perception of an individual?

                - How do stereotypes serve to guide or mislead one’s perception of an individual?              - What role does corruption play in the establishing of new ideals?                                      - How does art reflect the political and social views of the time period in which it                  is produced? 

Vocabulary- How do I breakdown a word?
                    - How do I make connections for understanding?       

Writing-  How do I communicate clearly and effectively?
               - How do I edit my own writing?       
        
Students will respond and analyze characters, setting, symbols, and theme of the allegorical novel.  They will apply Kohlberg's Theory of Morality, Maslow's Hierarchy, Freud's Id, Ego, and Superego, and pathos, ethos, and logos. Students will also be asked to respond to an analysis question.  Written response test on Monday after we cover correct format and organization of a comprehensive essay response.  Vocabulary Units 1- 3 should be completed by Tuesday, March 3rd. Students will compete in a Vocabulary team competition.  They will be required to identify and use vocabulary in context.   Students will read and discuss the life of Geoffrey Chaucer and on the culture of the Middle Ages.  

Broadcast Journalism:   How does what we know about the world shape our                                                                           perspectives?                                                                                   
                                                                  - How do I get ready for a LIVE broadcast?
                                                    - How do I prepare and script an interview?
                                                    - How do I create a PSA?
                                                    - How do I create a Facebook post?
                                                    - How do I utilize PremierePro?
                                                    - How do I take better photographs?
                                                    - How do I write captions?

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.  All third MP assignments are due by March 13th.

Public Speaking:  What really matters?
                                            - How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
                                            - How does a speaker adapt to an audience and their environment?
                                            - How do I gather, organize, and utilize valid research?

Students will be reading and responding to information found in the text to help them learn the importance of adapting to an audience and utilizing valid research. They will organize and outline their research for the Informative Speech. Students will utilize between 4 and 6 sources in their speech.  APA format is necessary.   Final outlines and hard-copies will be due on speech day.  Students will be tested on Chapter 8 on March 3rd.  Chapter 9 test will be on March 5th.

Keystone Literature:  How can I improve myself?  What are my strengths and weaknesses?

       Critical thinking:           - How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?
                                              - How do I analyze literature (fiction/nonfiction)
                                              - How do I write a literary analysis?
                                              - How do I identify and apply literary elements and devices?
                                              - How do I use vocabulary-in-context?
                                              - How do I identify a propaganda technique?
                                              - How do I identify and apply tone and purpose?
                                              -How do I give specific instructions?
                                              -How do I entertain and motivate a peer?

Students have been introduced to the course requirements.  This course requires a student to show improvement in standards that need to be strengthened.  Every student will focus and work on improving their reading and writing skills for success on the Keystone.  This week, students have been asked to complete a Study Island, analyze a newspaper article, and to identify and apply a Keystone skill.

Practical 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?
Beowulf: Why do we still study Beowulf?
                                     -What are the elements of an epic?
                                     -How do writers show us what characters are like in their literature without   
                                                   telling us directly (implication)? 
                                     -What can we infer about a character based on the clues given to us by the 
                                                   author (educated guess)? 
                                     -How do writers use literary devices to create an epic story?
                                     -How does culture influence literature?
                                     -How did the time period affect the epic story?
                                     -How do I create a modern comic book using an Old English hero?
                                     -How do I use Photoshop?

Students will analyze the epic by identifying the epic elements and the elements of the Anglo-Saxon culture.  Students will make connections to current hero stories (super hero, Byronic hero, epic hero). They will be asked to gather photos/pictures to create Comic books.  Students will work with the Art department, who will help us with photography and Photoshop.  The comic books will be produced from a variety of mediums.  Students will work in pairs.  A list of requirements and a rubric will be provided.