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Agenda: 12-18-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #27
Grammar Study [Sentence Construction LC: 1.2]
-Complete Sentences
-Practice
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Homework: Final Essay Due Tomorrow

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Agenda: 12-19-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Writing Workshop [MLA W: 1.6]
-MLA Format
-Final Essay Due
Homework: No Homework for the rest of the mester

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Agenda: 12-17-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #26
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Test #3
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Writing Workshop [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Persuasive Conclusion
Homework: Persuasive Conclusion (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Assignment: Persuasive Conclusion (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive conclusion to your essay.

You must have the following sections to your conclusion:

1) Summarize Argument Using Loaded Language (5-7 sentences)

2) Either/Or: Force the reader to select between only two options with your "solution" being the best.

3) Call To Action: Motivate the reader to join your side using bandwagon or snob appeal (3-5 Sentences)

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Agenda: 12-16-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Score Test
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Practice #15 Test Tomorrow
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Test #5
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline #3 (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline #3 (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Take the third reason from your three-part thesis statement in your introduction and develop a paragraph on the following prompt.

Is pop culture and the media a negative or positive influence on people?

NOTE: The reason is the topic for the complete paragraph. You should not be using three different reasons as your three supporting details.

Place the following sentence starters in your supporting details:

Supporting Detail #1: One way the media is _________________ is ________________.

Supporting Detail #2: Another way the media is ____________ is ________________.

Supporting Detail #3: The last way the media is ____________ is ________________.

In the first blank space you put the reason from your topic sentence. The second blank space is where you examine that reason in a different way.

Here are some questions to help you with your explanation.

1) How/Why does the media do what you are saying it does?
2) What is the effect on teenagers?
3) Specifically, what type of content does what you say it does?

NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

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Agenda: 12-15-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #25 Test Tomorrow
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Practice #14
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Writing Workshop [Persuasive Writing W: 2.4]
-Body Paragraph #2
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline #2 (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline #2 (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Take the second reason from your three-part thesis statement in your introduction and develop a paragraph on the following prompt.

Is pop culture and the media a negative or positive influence on people?
 
NOTE: The reason is the topic for the complete paragraph. You should not be using three different reasons as your three supporting details. You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

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Agenda: 12-11-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #24
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Practice #13
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Score Tests
Writing Workshop [Persuasive Writing W: 2.4]
-Final Essay Intro
Homework: Final Essay Intro (Influence Of The Media)

Assignment: Final Essay Intro (Influence Of The Media)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:

Is the media a positive or negative influence on people?

You must have the following sections to your introduction:

1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.

2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.

3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: The media is a positive (negative) influence on people because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Updated Homework for Monday

Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Influence of Pop Culture/Media)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Take the first reason from your three-part thesis statement in your introduction and develop a paragraph on the following prompt.

Is pop culture and the media a negative or positive influence on people?
 
NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

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Assignment

Agenda: 12-11-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #23
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Practice #12
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Writing Workshop [Persuasive Writing W: 2.4]
-Essay Assignment Sheet
Homework: Essay Structure Final Essay (Influence Of The Media)

Assignment:Essay Structure Final Essay (Influence Of The Media)

Standard: Thesis Statment W: 1.1

Directions: Complete the worksheet by brainstorming your ideas in the bubble map, writing a three-part thesis statement and three topic sentences.
 
Prompt: Is the media (TV, internet, movies, video games) a negative or positive influence on people?

Example: The media is a negative (positive) influence on people because __________,
_______________ and ________________.

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Agenda: 12-10-08 ESLR: Efffective Communicators
Writing Workshop [Thesis Statment W: 1.1]
-The Multi-Paragraph Essay
District Periodic Assessment [Various Standards]
-Short Constructed Response
-Essay
Homework: None

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Agenda: 12-09-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
District Periodic Assessment [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice Test
Homework: 10 Persuasive Techniques

Assignment:10 Persuasive Techniques

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write 10 different persuasive techniques on any topic or mix of topics. You can use a mix of Pro and Con just like in the warm ups. Be sure to label each passage with a technique.

Example: Myspace is for losers who will never get a date in real life. (Overgeneralization)

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Agenda: 12-08-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #22
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Practice #11
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Testing Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice: Small Group
Homework: None

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Agenda: 12-05-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #21
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Test #2
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Testing Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice: Small Group
Homework: Persuasive Conclusion (Homework)

Assignment: Persuasive Conclusion (Homework)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive conclusion on the following prompt:

Should teachers assign homework?

You must have the following sections to your conclusion:

1) Summarize Argument Using Loaded Language (5-7 sentences)

2) Either/Or: Force the reader to select between only two options with your "solution" being the best.

3) Call To Action: Motivate the reader to join your side using bandwagon or snob appeal.

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Agenda: 12-04-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Test #4
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #10 Test Tomorrow
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Testing Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice: Small Group
Homework: Persuasive Conclusion (Birth Control In Schools)

Assignment: Persuasive Conclusion (Birth Control In Schools)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive conclusion on the following prompt:

Should schools provide birth control to students?

You must have the following sections to your conclusion:

1) Summarize Argument Using Loaded Language (5-7 sentences)

2) Either/Or: Force the reader to select between only two options with your "solution" being the best.

3) Call To Action: Motivate the reader to join your side using bandwagon or snob appeal.

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Agenda: 12-03-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #20 Test Tomorrow
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #9
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Testing Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice: Small Group
Homework: Persuasive Conclusion (Gun Ownership)

Assignment: Persuasive Conclusion (Gun Ownership)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive conclusion on the following prompt:

Should people be allowed to own guns?

You must have the following sections to your conclusion:


1) Summarize Argument Using Loaded Language (5-7 sentences)

2) Either/Or: Force the reader to select between only two options with your "solution" being the best.

3) Call To Action: Motivate the reader to join your side using bandwagon or snob appeal.

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Agenda: 12-02-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #19
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #8
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Homework: Persuasive Conclusion (Graffiti)

Assignment: Persuasive Conclusion (Graffiti)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive conclusion on the following prompt:

Should graffiti be legal?

You must have the following sections to your conclusion:


1) Summarize Argument Using Loaded Language (5-7 sentences)

2) Either/Or: Force the reader to select between only two options with your "solution" being the best.

3) Call To Action: Motivate the reader to join your side using bandwagon or snob appeal.

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Agenda: 12-01-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #18
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #7
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Testing Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice: Small Groups
Homework: Persuasive Intro (School Uniforms)

Assignment: Persuasive Introduction (School Uniforms)

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:

Should schools have unifroms?

You must have the following sections to your introduction:


1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.

2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.

3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: Music should (not) be censored because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Agenda: 11-26-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #17
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #6
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Homework: Persuasive Intro (Music Censorship)

Assignment: Persuasive Introduction (Music Censorship)
 
Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:
 
Should music be censored?
 
You must have the following sections to your introduction:

1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.
 
2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.
 
3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: Music should (not) be censored because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Agenda: 11-25-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #16
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure Test #1
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Test-Taking Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice Persuasion Whole Class
-Small Groups
Homework: None

Note: No Homework. Do Monday's homework if you didn't do it yesterday.

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Agenda: 11-24-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Test #3
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #5 Test Tomorrow
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Test-Taking Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice Persuasion Whole Class
-Small Groups
Homework: Persuasive Introduction (Standardized Testing)

Assignment: Persuasive Introduction (Standardized Testing)
 
Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:
 
Should schools have standardized testing?
 
You must have the following sections to your introduction:

1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.
2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.
3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: Schools should (not) have standardized testing because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Agenda: 11-21-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #15 Test Monday
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #4
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Homework: Persuasive Introduction (Random Searches)

Assignment: Persuasive Introduction (Random Searches)
 
Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:
 
Should schools have random searches?
 
You must have the following sections to your introduction:

1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.
2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.
3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: Schools should (not) have random searches because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Agenda: 11-20-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #14
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #3
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Test-Taking Workshop [Various Standards]
-Multiple Choice Persuasion Whole Class
-Small Groups
Homework: Persuasive Introduction (Dangerous Dog Breeds)

Assignment: Persuasive Introduction (Dangerous Dog Breeds)
 
Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Write a persuasive introduction on the following prompt:
 
Should people be allowed to own "dangerous" dog breeds?
 
You must have the following sections to your introduction:

1) General Introduction To Topic Or Issue (3-5 sentences): Provide an overview of your topic WITHOUT REVEALING YOUR ARGUMENT.
2) Anecdote: Write a "personal" story that proves your argument. Make sure the anecdote has a beginning, middle and end. It must also support your thesis statement.
3) Three-Part Thesis Statement: People should (not) be allowed to own dangerous dog breeds because ___________________, _____________________ and _________________.

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Agenda: 11-19-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #13
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #2
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Reading Workshop [Evaluating Author's Argument R: 2.8]
-Spaying/Neutering Con: Evaluate The Evidence
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (Music Censorship)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph (Music Censorship)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should music be censored?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

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Agenda: 11-18-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #12
Grammar Study [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Essay Structure #1
Review Homework [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (After School Jobs)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph (After School Jobs)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should students have after school jobs?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

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Agenda: 11-17-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #11
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Test #2
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
-Pro/Con Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Reading Workshop [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Spaying/Neutering: The Evidence
Homework: 10 Persuasive Techniques (Internet Social Networks)

Assignment:10 Persuasive Techniques

Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4

Directions: Write 10 different persuasive techniques on social networks like MySpace and Facebook. You can use a mix of Pro and Con just like in the warm ups. Be sure to label each passage with a technique.

Example: Myspace is for losers who will never get a date in real life. (Overgeneralization)

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Agenda: 11-14-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Film Workshop [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Super Size Me: Find/Label Persuasive Techniques
Homework: None

Sub Today

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Agenda: 11-13-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Test #2
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Practice #10 Test Tomorrow
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
-Pro/Con Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Reading Workshop [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Spaying/Neutering: The Evidence
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (Music Censorship)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Music Censorship)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:

Should music be censored?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason music should (not) be censored is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1
Supporting Detail #2: The second reason music should (not) be censored is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2

Supporting Detail #3: The last reason music should (not) be censored is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3

Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.

NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.


Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:


Some people may think . . .


Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:


The truth is . . .

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 11-12-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #10 Test Tomorrow
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Practice #9
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Reading Workshop [Controlling Impression W: 1.1]
-Spaying/Neutering: The Argument
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (After School Jobs)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (After School Jobs)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:

Should students have after school jobs?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason students should (not) have after school jobs is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1

Supporting Detail #2: The second reason students should (not) have after school jobs is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2

Supporting Detail #3: The last reason students should (not) have after school jobs is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3

Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.

NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 11-10-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #9
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Practice #8
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Reading Workshop [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Spaying/Neutering: The Argument
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (Illegal Downloading)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph (Illegal Downloading)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should people be allowed to illegally download?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

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Assignment

Agenda: 11-07-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #8
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Practice #7
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
-Pro/Con: Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log Due
Reading Workshop [Thesis Statement W: 1.1]
-Spaying/Neutering: The Argument
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (School Uniforms)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph (School Uniforms)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should students have to wear school uniforms?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

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Assignment

Agenda: 11-06-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #7
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Practice #6
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4
-Pro/Con: Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Correct Persuasive Techniques Test
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Illegal Downloading)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Illegal Downloading)

Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3

Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:

Should people be allowed to download illegally?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason people should (not) be allowed to illegally download is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1

Supporting Detail #2: The second reason people should (not) be allowed to illegally download is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2

Supporting Detail #3: The last reason people should (not) be allowed to illegally download is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3

Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.

NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 11-05-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #6
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure Test #1
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Writing Workshop [Persuasive Writing 2.4]
-Counterclaims/Rebuttals
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (School Uniforms)

Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (School Uniforms)
Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3
Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:

Should students have to wear school uniforms?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason schools should (not) have school uniforms is  ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)


The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1

Supporting Detail #2: The second reason schools should (not) have school uniforms is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2


Supporting Detail #3: The last reason schools should (not) have school uniforms is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)


The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3


Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.


NOTE: You have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Counterclaim is an argument that goes against your original argument. Use the following sentence starter:

Some people may think . . .

Rebuttal proves that the counterargument is wrong. Use the following sentence starter for rebuttal #1:

The truth is . . .

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 11-04-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure #5 Test Tomorrow
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Test #1
Review Homework [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Peer Edit
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0]
-Reading Log
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (School Start Time)
 
Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (School Start Time)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should schools start early (7:25) or later (9:00)?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 11-03-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #5 Test Tomorrow
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure #4
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
-Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0
-Reading Log
Vocabulary Development [Connotation R: 1.2]
-Credible: Bubble Map
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (Electronics)
 
Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Electronics)
 
Standard: Revision Writing 1.9/Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Based on the outine, revise and write your paragraph on the following prompt:
 
Should students be allowed to have electronics on school campuses?
 
NOTE: If you do not make the changes requested on the outline, you will either get the same or lower grade.

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 10-31-08 ESLR: Effective Communicators
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #4
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure #3
Review Homework [Supporting Evidence W: 1.4]
-Bubble Maps
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0
-Reading Log Due
Vocabulary Development [Connotation R: 1.2]
-Credible: Bubble Map
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (School Start Time)
 
Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (School Start Time)
 
Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3
 
Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:

Should schools start early (7:25) or later (9:00)?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason schools should start earlier/later is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1
Supporting Detail #2: The second reason schools should start earlier/later is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2

Supporting Detail #3: The last reason schools should start earlier/later is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3

Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.

NOTE: You do not have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 10-30-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #3
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure #2
Review Homework
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0
-Reading Log
Vocabulary Development [Connotation R: 1.2]
-Persuasion: Co-Constructed Chart
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Electronics)
 
Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph Outline (Electronics)
 
Standard: Paragraph Structure Language Conventions 1.3
 
Directions: Brainstrom ideas in bubble maps (For & Against) the following prompt:
Should students be allowed to have electronics on school campuses?

Fill in the persuasive paragraph outline using the following sentence starters:

Supporting Detail #1: The first reason students should [not] be allowed to use electronics in school is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#1

Supporting Detail #2: The second reason students should [not] be allowed to use electronics in school is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#2

Supporting Detail #3: The last reason students should [not] be allowed to use electronics in school is ___________________ (take a good reason from the bubble map to complete the sentence)

The explanation should only relate to the reason in the SD#3

Provide a valid topic sentence and concluding sentence.

NOTE: You do not have to do the counterclaim/rebuttal section of the outline.

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 10-29-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Practice #2
Grammar Study [Paragraph Structure LC: 1.3]
-Paragraph Structure #1
Review Homework
SSR [Independent Reading 2.0
-Reading Log
Vocabulary Development [Connotation R: 1.2]
-Persuasion
Homework: Persuasive Paragraph (Good/Bad Student)
 
Assignment: Persuasive Paragraph (Good/Bad Student)
 
Standard: Persuasive Writing 2.4
 
Directions: Write a paragraph on the following prompt in whatever format you were taught to write paragraphs. This is a credit/no credit assignment.
 
Prompt: Write a paragraph that convinces me that you are either a good or bad student.

Due:

Assignment

Agenda: 10-28-08 ESLR: Critical Thinkers
Classroom Expectations/Consequences
Persuasive Techniques [Evaluating Author's Argument R:2.8]
-Reference Sheet/Practice #1
Homework: Paragraph (Personal Introduction)
 
Assignment: Paragraph (Personal Introduction)
 
Standard: Narrative Writing: 2.1
 
Directions: Write a paragraph on the following prompt in whatever format you were taught to write paragraphs. This is a credit/no credit assignment.
 
Prompt: Write a paragraph that explains a few things I need to know about you.