Monday /Tuesday, November 9/10 in class writing

 

Learning Targets:

 I can analyze the development of themes across multiple text
I can analyze the impact of specific word choice on meani
I can analyzing the impact of narrative perspective
I can identifying and analyzing the literary devices used within the short story form
I can analyzing how an author develops theme through literary device
I can cite evidence from the text to support claims
I can writing fluid explanations

As has been noted everyday in class for the last two weeks, the grades for marking quarter 4 are closed.

Many people did well. Some folks struggled. By now, we are all used to on-line learning.

Yes, it has its frustrations for us all. Each of us would prefer to be in the classroom. Having said that, I have come to know many of you quite well. You are good communicators. Maybe it's through the classroom chat or the way you arrive early for a short visit. Lots of you write me e-mails, if you have a concern or question. I don' t think I have ever written so many e-mails ever in such a short time. (Remember to always put something in the subject line!)

So, for those of you who have found your niche, keep it up. And, for all of you, know that all of teachers really want to help you be successful. You must, however, work with us. To engage in class is important. We are aware when folks turn on the cameras and walk away. If nothing else, this is reflected in the lack of work we receive from you. We all have office hours on Wednesdays and will meet with you at other times as well. 

What we work on in all ELA classrooms is life skills; that is communication skills: how to show you how to effectively get your message across in life, so that you are heard- and that is often on paper.  Our work is scaffolded, much like a ladder. When you choose not to complete an assignment, a rung is lost and your reach is more difficult.  Our readings, whether poems, essays, short stories, novels or articles are the vehicles through which we practice our growing skills. Please, stay engaged and on task. That alone is a habit that will serve you well in life.

Second quarter housekeeping: With the exception of work that came in after 4 pm yesterday, all the grades are up-to-date. I am double checking for anything you might have put in google classroom. Everything is in parent connect. Please do check, so that I have not missed anything. Most everyone is opening a google doc in class and sharing the work, at least that is what the 5 hours of grading told me yesterday.  We will continue to model this class. 

We are beginning a new unit on values and beliefs, where we will be reading three short works.

In class today you will respond to the following essential question. This is your first assignment of the second quarter. Remember that writing assigments count in the 70% category.

 You have class time today and tomorrow to complete the writing. 

For the second quarter, all late work- that is you do not have a legal absence- will be deducted by 25 points. With the exception of those who receive extended time, this assignment is due by 6 pm Tuesday; that is tomorrow.

 Essay prompt: What do you value?

Thinking preparation: what do you value?

Below are some questions to help you start this exploration. The answers you write down are clues you can use to identify your core value system.

1. Who do you admire?

To better understand what you value, it can help to turn to real-life examples of people who exhibit admirable qualities. Think of some positive role models who inspire you to live a meaningful life. 

This could include people you know personally, famous figures, characters in a book, etc. 

As you think about these people, write down:

• what it is about them that inspires you
• the admirable qualities they possess
• behaviors and actions you would like to emulate

2. What inspires you to take action?

Often our core values reveal themselves through our actions. Can you think of a situation when you took a stand for someone or something?

Think of  reasons you felt so strongly to take action. For example:

• the feelings that motivated you to speak up or act
• what you were willing to risk in that situation
• the results of taking action — what you gained or lost

3. When do you feel most like yourself?

When you’re in situations that allow you to be authentic, that’s a clue that you are in alignment with your values. And when you have to betray yourself to fit in or find success, you feel ashamed and alone.

In situations that feel wrong in some way, what’s going on? Write down:

• who you’re with
• what feelings are triggered
• what these experiences cost you emotionally or physically

In situations where you feel real and authentic, what’s going on? Write down:

• who you’re with
• what activities are involved
• positive emotions or outcomes of these experiences

 Here are some examples of core values from which you may wish to choose:

•             Dependability •             Reliability •             Loyalty •             Commitment •             Open-mindedness •             Consistency •             Honesty •             Efficiency •             Innovation •	Innovation •             Creativity •             Good humor •             Compassion •             Spirit of adventure •             Motivation •             Positivity •             Optimism	Passion •             Respect •             Fitness •             Courage •             Education •             Perseverance •             Patriotism •             Service to others •             Environmentalism

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Assignment details:

Begin with your MLA heading:

Your name

Instructor's Name

Assignment: (values)

10 November 2020

length minimum 200 words

written in first person point of view, so yes, you will be using "I"

Responding to what you value.

You will write two paragraphs.

Select two values you wish to write about.

In the first paragraph:

 1. Explain what a value is. This may be more than one sentence,

 2. Why are values important?  This should be more than one sentence.

3. What are two of the values that you find important to live by?

Paragraph 2: 

1. Begin with you first value

2. Why do you think this is important?

3. How do you incorporate this in your life?

4. Transition to the second value (see chart below)

5 Why do you think this is important?

6, How do you incorporate this into your life?

7 Now you need a concluding sentence. How do these values impact the world / society? Remember that you can always take the view of what a world without these values would be like.

 

       

For anyone who perfers a graphic organizer, there is one below.

 

 

PARAGRAPH 1: Introduction	YOUR RESPONSE:
In your words, explain what a value is/provide a definition.
Why are values important?
What are TWO of thevalues that you find important to live by?	Two values that are important in my life are 1. 2.
PARAGRAPH 2:	YOUR RESPONSE:
Why is your 1st value (that you discussed 1st in paragraph 1) important to you?  (Explain in 1 or more sentences.) How do you incorporate this value into wyour life?  (Give an example  that explains how this value is a part of your life. How do you demonstrate this value in your life?)
Write a transition sentence to your introduce your 2nd value.
Explain why you think this value is important.
How do you incorporate this value into your life?  (Give an example that explains how this value is a part of your life. How do you demonstrate this value in your life?)
In your concluding sentence, describe how these values impact the world/society.  (If it helps, you can describe what the world would be life without the two values you’ve discussed.)