Monday, April 30, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/30/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapters 6, 7 and 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your chapter notes periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/27 to 4/30)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class meeting...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!!

DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Work on copy 1 of the 'All The President's Men' review piece. While writing your review for the film consider the following:

1. Keep in mind that your target audience is other students who probably have not seen this film 2. Remember to discuss the plot or main theme of the film
3. Draw your attention towards the good and bad points of the film (acting, lighting, direction, sound, script, etc.)…but be prepared to support with evidence

DUE 5/1/07

IV. Read Chapter 11-Writing Features Stories...outline is forthcoming.

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 75% chance of a notebook check in the forecast.

DEADLINE TBA

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/25/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapters 6, 7 and 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your chapter notes periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/21 to 4/26)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class meeting...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!!

DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Work on the outline for your 'All The President's Men' review piece. While writing your outline for the film consider the following:

1. Keep in mind that your target audience is other students who probably have not seen this film 2. Remember to discuss the plot or main theme of the film
3. Draw your attention towards the good and bad points of the film (acting, lighting, direction, sound, script, etc.)…but be prepared to support with evidence

DUE 4/26/07

IV. Continue the REPORTING AND DRAFTING phase of your news story assignment. Consult your text book for assistance. Prepare to proofread, and work on the REVISING, REPORTING and DRAFTING phases of the assignment on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; this means, please bring your steno pads, tape recorders, USB flash drives, blank diskettes to class so that you may utilize class time to work on your piece.

DUE DATES (SEE UPCOMING DATES BLOG POST)

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 75% chance of a notebook check in the forecast.

DEADLINE TBA

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

BULLETIN: Fortune's greatest photo archives (Source: CNN Money)

Students, while searching for CEQ items I came upon this interesting feature on CNNMoney.com.

Follow this link to CNN Money's coverage of Fortune magazines celebration of its greatest pictures from the last 50 + years and enjoy:

http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2007/fortune/0704/gallery.f500_photos.fortune/?cnn=yes

P.S. I felt that this item was most fitting given the fact that we are preparing to the features story.

Enjoy!

-Mr. K

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/24/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapters 6, 7 and 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your chapter notes periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/20 to 4/25)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class meeting...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!!

DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Work on the outline for your 'All The President's Men' review piece. While writing your outline for the film consider the following:

1. Keep in mind that your target audience is other students who probably have not seen this film
2. Remember to discuss the plot or main theme of the film
3. Draw your attention towards the good and bad points of the film (acting, lighting, direction, sound, script, etc.)…but be prepared to support with evidence

DUE 4/26

IV. Continue the REPORTING AND DRAFTING phase of your news story assignment. Consult your text book for assistance. Prepare to proofread, and work on the REVISING, REPORTING and DRAFTING phases of the assignment on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; this means, please bring your steno pads, tape recorders, USB flash drives, blank diskettes to class so that you may utilize class time to work on your piece.

DUE DATES (SEE UPCOMING DATES BLOG POST)

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 75% chance of a notebook check in the forecast. DEADLINE TBA

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

BULLETIN: Virginia Tech shooting information sites UPDATE!!!!!

Students,

Here are a few sites that you can visit to get up-to-date information on the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech.

Unfortunately, my maxim that was shared with you in January ('Today's current event is tomorrow's history') can be applied to this event.

Here are the links:

Source: CNN

http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/17/cho.profile/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/16/students.witnesses/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/17/vtech.mourns/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/04/17/bush.virginiatech.ap/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/17/vtech.wounded/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/17/flinchum.profile/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/anderson.cooper.360/blog/

Source: Virginia Tech School Site

http://www.vt.edu

Source: Collegiate Times (VT School Newspaper)

http://collegemedia.com/

Source: The Roanoke Times

http://www.roanoke.com/vtvictims/wb/113456

NOTE: As the story develops most of the information will change. Stay up-to-date; follow the story...be a witness to history. I will try to post bulletins as I come across articles of interest.

You may email links to stories that you find and I will post them for the rest of the class.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/17/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/13 to 4/17)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class meeting...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!! DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Complete the Community Topic Forum Response (see blog post). DEADLINE 4/16/07 (the deadline has officially passed!!!!!)

*NOTE: If you are aware that your classmates have not completed this assignment, please use a little altruism and inform them that time is steadily running out!!!

IV. Continue the REPORTING AND DRAFTING phase of your news story assignment. Consult your text book for assistance.

Prepare to proofread, and work on the REVISING, REPORTING and DRAFTING phases of the assignment on Wednesday; this means, please bring your steno pads, tape recorders, USB flash drives, blank diskettes to class so that you may utilize class time to work on your piece.

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 50% chance of a notebook check in the forecast. DEADLINE TBA

Monday, April 16, 2007

BULLETIN: Virginia Tech shooting information sites

Students,

Here are a few sites that you can visit to get up-to-date information on the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech.

Unfortunately, my maxim that was shared with you in January ('Today's current event is tomorrow's history') can be applied to this event.

Here are the links:

Source: The Roanoke Times

http://www.roanoke.com/

Source: CNN

http://www.cnn.com
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/16/vtech.shooting/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/16/vtech.witness/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/16/students.witnesses/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/04/16/campus.security/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/04/16/bush.virginia.tech.ap/index.html

Source: Collegiate Times

http://collegemedia.com/
http://www.collegiatelabs.com/416/index.html

Source: Fox News

http://www.foxnews.com/
http://www.foxnews.com/photoessay/0,4644,1642,00.html

NOTE: As the story develops most of the information will change. Stay up-to-date; follow the story...be a witness to history.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/16/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/12 to 4/16)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class meeting...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!! DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Complete the Community Topic Forum Response (see blog post). DEADLINE 4/16/07 (the deadline has officially passed!!!!!)

*NOTE: If you are aware that your classmates have not completed this assignment, please use a little altruism and inform them that time is steadily running out!!!

IV. Continue the REPORTING AND DRAFTING phase of your news story assignment. Consult your text book for assistance. Please make sure that you have evidence of story planning on Monday.

Prepare to work on the REPORTING and DRAFTING phases of the assignment on Tuesday; this means, please bring your steno pads, tape recorders, USB flash drives, blank diskettes to class so that you may utilize class time to work on your piece.

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 50% chance of a notebook check in the forecast. DEADLINE TBA

Friday, April 13, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/13/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE:FREE CHOICE
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/12 to 4/16)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Review the reviewed style rules (abbreviations, numbers, titles, etc.) before attending class on Monday...we will complete a few style quizzes during class. BE PREPARED!!! DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Complete the Community Topic Forum Response (see blog post). DEADLINE 4/16/07

*NOTE: If you are aware that your classmates have not completed this assignment, please use a little altruism and inform them that time is steadily running out!!!

IV. Begin the PLANNING phase of your news story assignment. Consult pages 508-510 in your text book for assistance. Please make sure that you have evidence of story planning on Monday.

Also, feel free to use any planning strategy that you feel will help you get started. You may want to create an outline of your story. Use the Parts of a Story handout for assistance. You may type the outline (or evidence of planning) if you wish.

Prepare to work on the REPORTING and DRAFTING phases of the assignment on Monday; this means, please bring your steno pads, tape recorders, USB flash drives, blank diskettes to class so that you may utilize class time to work on your piece.

V. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 50% chance of a notebook check in the forecast. DEADLINE TBA

Thursday, April 12, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/12/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: CONFLICT
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/8 to 4/12)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Complete the Dealing with Numbers worksheet. Please complete before attending class tomorrow. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Complete the Community Topic Forum Response (see blog post). DEADLINE 4/16/07

IV. Work on arranging your notebook...there is a 50% chance of a notebook check in the forecast. DEADLINE TBA

Wednesday, April 11, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/11/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: PROXIMITY
2. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 4/7 to 4/11)
3. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Complete the Dealing with Titles worksheet. Please complete before attending class tomorrow. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

III. Prepare for brainstorming session. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

IV. Complete the Community Topic Forum Response (see blog post).

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

COMMUNITY FORUM TOPIC ENTRY: April 10, 2007

TOPIC: Health Insurance in an Unhealty world

BACKGROUND INFO: We live in a world filled with innumerable un-healthy lifestyle practices. It’s an obvious fact that most Americans smoke, drink, or over eat. Likewise, most Americans are employed, thus obtaining money to fund their un-healthy lifestyle.

TOPIC QUESTION: Should companies (either private or public) be allowed to discriminate against potential employees because of their un-healthy lifestyle practices? It was reported last year that the city of Atlantic Beach, Fla. elected to not hire persons who smoke. Do companies have a valid argument when they seek only ‘healthy’ employees?

FORUM RULES: Use real examples and examples from the article to bolster your views. NO RANTS…use FACTS to support your response. If you assert a political, secular or non-secular view…you must SUPPORT with FACTS!!! Keep your response to a minimum of 100 words.

POINT VALUE: A WELL WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THIS FORUM TOPIC IS WORTH 25 POINTS. YOU MUST PUBLISH YOUR RESPONSE ON THIS SITE IN THE CORRECT FORMAT.

FORUM RESPONSE FORMAT: This is the appropriate format for a response to a question in this forum:

Your response.....remember it should be AT LEAST 100 words......and it should be specific and contain some facts.*

First name last name initial (i.e. Larry K.)

*NOTE: PLEASE WRITE YOUR COMMENT IN MICROSOFT WORD FIRST, THEN COPY EDIT (CHECK SPELLING/GRAMMAR), THEN FINALLY COPY AND PASTE IN THE COMMENTS BOX FOR THIS POST.

UPCOMING DATES (AS OF 4/9/07 THROUGH 4/13/07)

TESTS/QUIZZES

EXAMINATIONS

4/23 [B]: Term/Session Examinations

CURRENT EVENT QUIZZES

4/13 [B]: CEQ #14

CHAPTER TESTS/QUIZZES

4/23 [A]: Chapter 7/8 Test

NOTE: This test will be used to evaluate student knowledge of the topics studied and discussed in Chapter 7 and 8, as well as the vocabulary terminology.

GENERAL ASSESSMENTS

??? [A or B]: POP Quiz-Course Orientation Notes

NOTE: The key to performing well on this quiz is to study the notes and handouts given to you on the first day of the class.

PROJECTS AND SEMINARS

Chapter 7 and 8

4/3 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 1)

4/4 [B]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 2)

4/5 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 3)

4/9 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 4)

4/10 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 5)

4/11 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 6)

4/12 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 7)

4/13 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 8)

NOTE: During these class meetings you will be expected to collect supplemental notes to aid your study of Chapter 7. There will be homework assignments and in-class assignments that correspond with the specific items discussed on each day.

FILM VIEWING DATES

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

TBA

GENERAL INFORMATION DATES

SERVICE INTERRUPTION DATES

TBA

NOTE: Although students are not in school on the above dates, the expection that all scheduled readings, homework assignments, and other work still exists. If work is assigned prior to the above dates, that work will be collected/checked upon the students return to class.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/10/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Work on your Chapter 7 and Chapter 8 outlines. Use the correct format (see Chapter 6 outline for aid). DUE 4/11/07

III. Prepare for brainstorming session.

Thursday, April 5, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/9/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: HUMAN INTEREST DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Work on your Chapter 7 outline. Use the correct format (see Chapter 6 outline for aid). DUE 4/11/07

III. Complete the written copy of the Chapter 8 outline that was started in class today. Use the standard format for course outlines please....no deviation. DUE 4/11/07

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/5/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 7 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: CONFLICT AND CONSEQUENCE DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Begin outlining Chapter 7. Use the appropriate format for chapter outlines. (see Chapter 6 outline). DUE 4/11/07

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/4/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 6 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: FREE CHOICE DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Complete Assignment #5 (page 184). Use the following type specifications...

-Times New Roman, 12 point font, Double-spaced text
-Include Byline, copy #, and slug in the upper righthand corner

Tuesday, April 3, 2007

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/3/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 6 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: PROXIMITY AND PROMINENCE DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Complete the special Devil's Advocate assignment for the Opinion's Editor (see half sheet). Email a copy to Ginny Poarch and bring a copy to Mr. Knight on due date. DUE 4/4/07

III. Prepare for study of Chapters 7 and 8.

Monday, April 2, 2007

BULLETIN: 25 Most Memorable Quotes (Source: USA Today)

Students, as USA Today celebrates its 25th anniversary, the publishers have decided to highlight a few memorable items from the past 25 years.

Follow this link to the 25 Most Memorable Quotes and enjoy:

http://www.usatoday.com/news/top25-quotes.htm?csp=1

P.S. I felt that this item was most fitting given the fact that we are preparing to study quotes.

Enjoy!

-Mr. K

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 4/2/07)

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS

I. Review Chapter 6 topics/concepts. Read the outline, add supplemental notes, create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.

*NOTE: Please review your Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 material periodically. We are never 'done' with the chapter topics/concepts.

II. Study chapter vocabulary. In addition, students should prepare to work on additional in-class vocabulary assignments by reviewing words nightly. For test/quiz dates see calendar in class or upcoming dates post. To prepare for the in-class study and tests/quizzes, students are encouraged to create 3x5 study cards. STANDARD [JV1]

III. Bring Materials/Supplies to class; this includes textbooks, paper, pens, notebooks, writing journals, etc. (NO EXCEPTIONS)

IV. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course orientation notes. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course policies and procedures.

V. You should conduct a nightly/daily review of the course standards. You will be expected to have adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. READ/WATCH THE NEWS!!! Immerse yourself in the power of current events....remember, today's current event is tomorrow's history. (-Mr. K 1/26/07)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS

I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 5 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; WHOLE PAGES WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT. ARTICLE TYPE: CONSEQUENCE DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

II. Complete the special Devil's Advocate assignment for the Opinion's Editor (see half sheet). Email a copy to Ginny Poarch and bring a copy to Mr. Knight on due date. DUE 4/4/07

III. Prepare for study of Chapters 7 and 8.

BULLETIN: Chapter 6 Test Sneak Preview!!!!!

Here is a sample question from tomorrow's quiz:

1. What name is given to the beginning of a news story?
a. INTRODUCTION
b. LEAD
c. OPENER
d. SUMMARY

Sunday, April 1, 2007

UPCOMING DATES (AS OF 4/2/07 THROUGH 4/5/07)

TESTS/QUIZZES

EXAMINATIONS

4/20 [A], 4/23 [B]: Term/Session Examinations

CURRENT EVENT QUIZZES

4/5 [A]: CEQ #13

4/13 [B]: CEQ #14

CHAPTER TESTS/QUIZZES

4/3 [A]: Chapter 6 Test

NOTE: This test will be used to evaluate student knowledge of the topics studied and discussed in Chapter 6, as well as the vocabulary terminology.

GENERAL ASSESSMENTS

??? [A or B]: POP Quiz-Course Orientation Notes

NOTE: The key to performing well on this quiz is to study the notes and handouts given to you on the first day of the class.

PROJECTS AND SEMINARS

Chapter 6

3/26 [A]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 1)

3/27 [B]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 2)

3/28 [A]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 3) EARLY RELEASE DAY

3/29 [B]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 4)

3/30 [A]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 5)

4/2 [B]: Chapter 6 Lesson (Day 6)

NOTE: During these class meetings you will be expected to collect supplemental notes to aid your study of Chapter 6. There will be homework assignments and in-class assignments that correspond with the specific items discussed on each day.

Chapter 7

4/3 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 1)

4/4 [B]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 2)

4/5 [A]: Chapter 7 Lesson (Day 3)

NOTE: During these class meetings you will be expected to collect supplemental notes to aid your study of Chapter 7. There will be homework assignments and in-class assignments that correspond with the specific items discussed on each day.

FILM VIEWING DATES

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

4/2 [A]: DUE DATE McKnight Interview Story (FINAL)

GENERAL INFORMATION DATES

SERVICE INTERRUPTION DATES

4/6: Good Friday (NO SCHOOL)

NOTE: Although students are not in school on the above dates, the expection that all scheduled readings, homework assignments, and other work still exists. If work is assigned prior to the above dates, that work will be collected/checked upon the students return to class.