Thursday, October 8, 2015
Conjuctions
Today, students made a new entry into their SWAG Books on Conjunctions. Please follow the directions and copy the information from the slide below on page G1 in your SWAG Books.
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
New Grammar Section in SWAG Book
Today, students created a new section in their SWAG books for grammar lessons. To create this section, number the last ten pages of your SWAG book G1 - G20. The first entry in the SWAG book Grammar Section is as follows:
- Across the top of page G1 write Parts of Speech.
- On the first line, write Pronouns.
- Following this write the definition: Words that take the place of a noun.
- Copy the chat below:
- Once you have copied this chart, place a RED X over 1st and 2nd person pronouns. This will serve as a reminder that going forward, 1st and 2nd person pronouns will not be used in your writing unless otherwise stated.
Argumentative - Claim
On Monday, students begin learning the concept of composing a claim. To compose a claim, students need to follow this formula:
Claim Formula: Claim stem + because + reason #1, + reason #2, + and + reason #3.
Write the above formula in your SWAG Book on page 24, after titling the page "Writing A Claim".
Following the claim formula, copy your class's example.
Period 2
American students should learn another language besides English because it gives better job opportunities, stimulates the brain, and develops cross-cultural communication.
Period 3
American students should be required to learn a second language besides English because it brings people together, improves job security, and enhances English grammar skills.
Period 5
American students should learn another language besides English because it gives better job opportunities, improves cognitive development, and provides better social interaction.
Period 6
American students should learn a second language besides English because it improves English language skills, enhances cognitive development, and increases job opportunities.
Then, color code the class example based on the formula. After this step, use your reasons from the Argumentative Evidence assignment and compose a claim as practice in your SWAG book utilizing the claim formula.
Claim Formula: Claim stem + because + reason #1, + reason #2, + and + reason #3.
Write the above formula in your SWAG Book on page 24, after titling the page "Writing A Claim".
Following the claim formula, copy your class's example.
Period 2
American students should learn another language besides English because it gives better job opportunities, stimulates the brain, and develops cross-cultural communication.
Period 3
American students should be required to learn a second language besides English because it brings people together, improves job security, and enhances English grammar skills.
Period 5
American students should learn another language besides English because it gives better job opportunities, improves cognitive development, and provides better social interaction.
Period 6
American students should learn a second language besides English because it improves English language skills, enhances cognitive development, and increases job opportunities.
Then, color code the class example based on the formula. After this step, use your reasons from the Argumentative Evidence assignment and compose a claim as practice in your SWAG book utilizing the claim formula.
Friday, October 2, 2015
Argumentative - Citing Evidence
October 2, 2015
Students began practice on finding evidence in an article to support a topic. Students first read the article, then based on the information provided in the text, presented evidence to refute the counterclaim mentioned in the Close Read question.
Students began practice on finding evidence in an article to support a topic. Students first read the article, then based on the information provided in the text, presented evidence to refute the counterclaim mentioned in the Close Read question.
After completing the Close Read question, students are to finish reading the article, and proceed to article 2 and read it as well. After reading both articles, students are to decide whether or not students should be required to learn a second language besides English. Write a claim, using the claim stem and list 3 reasons that support your claim, along with 3 pieces of evidence from the text.
If you need additional assistance, please ask and I will assist you one on one.
Understanding a Prompt - Analysis
October 1, 2015
Students completed an analysis of the following prompts by answering the key questions provided in their SWAG books.
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