Students,
Vote NOW for the top story from 2007. You may only vote once and you have SEVEN (7) days until the polls close.
-Mr. K
Monday, December 31, 2007
Sunday, December 30, 2007
FRONT PAGES: The Boston Globe (Boston, Mass.)
Source: The Boston Globe, published in Boston, Mass.
Date of Publishing: Dec. 30, 2007
FRONT PAGES: Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, Mass.)
Source: Telegram & Gazette, published in Worcester, Mass.
Date: Dec. 30, 2007
Friday, December 28, 2007
FRONT PAGES: The New York Times (New York, New York)
Source: The New York Times, published in New York, New York
Date of Publishing: Dec. 28, 2007
Friday, December 14, 2007
BULLETIN: Feature Story Assignment Specs (PLEASE READ!!!)
Students, over the break, you must revise and re-type your feature story. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, pre-writing work, and rubric.
Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. THE STORY MUST CONSIST OF NO LESS THAN 1000 WORDS.
5. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 1/2/08
Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. THE STORY MUST CONSIST OF NO LESS THAN 1000 WORDS.
5. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 1/2/08
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/14/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/31 to 1/2)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your feature story. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, pre-writing work, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. THE STORY MUST CONSIST OF NO LESS THAN 1000 WORDS.
5. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 1/2/08
III. CONTINUE collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: 1/2/08
IV. Prepare for a copyediting session on 1/2. Bring your checking pens and textbooks to class.
V. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
VI. HAVE A LONG, RESTFUL, AND PEACEFUL BREAK. SEE YOU IN THE NEW YEAR!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/31 to 1/2)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your feature story. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, pre-writing work, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. THE STORY MUST CONSIST OF NO LESS THAN 1000 WORDS.
5. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 1/2/08
III. CONTINUE collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: 1/2/08
IV. Prepare for a copyediting session on 1/2. Bring your checking pens and textbooks to class.
V. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
VI. HAVE A LONG, RESTFUL, AND PEACEFUL BREAK. SEE YOU IN THE NEW YEAR!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Thursday, December 13, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/13/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/12 to 12/14)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your feature story. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, pre-writing work, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
6. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
7. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
8. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
9. Print two copies of your story.
10. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/14/07
III. CONTINUE collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
IV. Prepare for tomorrow's copyediting session. Bring your checking pens and textbooks to class.
V. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/12 to 12/14)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your feature story. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, pre-writing work, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
6. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
7. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
8. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
9. Print two copies of your story.
10. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/14/07
III. CONTINUE collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
IV. Prepare for tomorrow's copyediting session. Bring your checking pens and textbooks to class.
V. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/11/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/10 to 12/12)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Begin collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Prepare for tomorrow's Current Event/Press Conference.
IV. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/10 to 12/12)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Begin collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Prepare for tomorrow's Current Event/Press Conference.
IV. PLEASE BRING A FLASH DRIVE TO CLASS!!!!!
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Monday, December 10, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/10/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/9 to 12/11)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Begin collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/9 to 12/11)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Begin collecting research information for your assigned Feature story. This is also the time to conduct interviews, and obtain quotes. Use a variety of sources for your topic. In addition, think about the following while conducting your interviews and gathering research:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
DUE: NEXT CLASS MEETING
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Sunday, December 9, 2007
FRONT PAGES: The Florida Times-Union (Jacksonville, Fla.)
Source: The Florida Times-Union
Date of Publishing: Dec. 9, 2007
FRONT PAGES: The Gainesville Sun (Gainesville, Fla.)
Source: The Gainesville Sun
Date of Publishing: Dec. 9, 2007
Saturday, December 8, 2007
VIDEO CLIP: John Lennon Murder, Dec. 8, 1980 (Source: BBC News)
Here is a time track clip from 27 years ago...
Friday, December 7, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/7/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/8 to 12/10)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your News Story II piece. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, guide sheet, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use the green assignment rubric that was given during a previous class meeting.
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/10/07
III. Think about the Feature story ideas that you suggested in class today (Friday). PLEASE think about the following before returning to class on Monday:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/8 to 12/10)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your News Story II piece. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, guide sheet, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use the green assignment rubric that was given during a previous class meeting.
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/10/07
III. Think about the Feature story ideas that you suggested in class today (Friday). PLEASE think about the following before returning to class on Monday:
How important is the concept-will readers care?
How much time will be involved in researching and writing?
What kind of effect might the story have on the readers or on the school?
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
Thursday, December 6, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/6/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/5 to 12/7)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
III. Review notes on the brainstorming process.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/5 to 12/7)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
III. Review notes on the brainstorming process.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (AS OF 12/5/07)
*NOTE: Per the Course Orientation Notes, no quizzes or tests should be kept in your 3-ring binder. All quizzes and tests should be kept in the academic folder which is kept in the classroom.
NEW ITEMS ARE HIGLIGHTED IN RED
SECTION I (ADMINISTRATIVE FILES)
1. Course Curriculum Paper
2. Course Standards
3. Course Orientation Notes
4. Plagiarism Handout
5. Grade Logs (Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4)
-5.1. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue date: 9/5/07)
-5.2. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: 10/10/07)
-5.3. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: 11/14/07)
-5.4. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: TBA)
6. Current Events/Press Conference Mini-Lesson
7. Topic Entry Writing Mini-Lesson
SECTION II (UNIT/CHAPTER NOTES & OUTLINES)
1. Chapter 1 Notes (Daily Lessons)
2. Chapter 1 Vocabulary Definitions
3. Chapter 1 Outline (use correct format...see sheet)
4. Chapter 1 Soldiers without Swords Notes
5. Chapter 2 Vocabulary Definitions
6. Chapter 2 Outline
7. Chapter 2 Notes (Daily Lessons)
8. Chapter 2 Media Ethics DVD notes (taken on 9/18/07)
9. Chapter 3 Vocabulary Definitions
10. Chapter 3 Outline
11. Chapter 3 Notes (Daily Lessons)
12. Chpater 4 Vocabulary Definitions
13. Chapter 4 Notes (Daily Lessons)
14. Chapter 5 Vocabulary Definitions
15. Chapter 5 Notes (Daily Lessons)
16. Chapter 5 Outline
17. Chapter 6 Outline
18. Chapter 7 Notes (Daily Lessons)
19. Chapter 7 Outline
20. Chapter 8 Notes (Daily Lessons)
21. Chapter 11 Outline
22. Chapter 11 Notes (Daily Lessons)
SECTION III (UNIT/CHAPTER ACTIVITIES)
1. Chapter 1 Activity 1.1-Putting History in a Line
2. Chapter 1 Assignment #3 (p. 23)
3. Chapter 1 Assignment #6 (p. 23)
4. Chapter 1 Assignment #8 (p. 24)
5. Chapter 2 Assignment #4 (p. 53)
6. Chapter 2 Assignment #5 (p. 54)
7. Chapter 2 Rights and Responsibilities In-Class Assignment
8. Chapter 2 Code of Ethics Case Studies Assignment
9. Chapter 3 Activity 3.5
10. Chapter 3 Activity 3.6/3.7
11. Chapter 3 News Element Activity
12. Chapter 3 Assignment #3 (p. 79)
13. Chapter 4 Assignment #2 (p. 95)
14. Chapter 5 Assignment #7 (p. 115)
15. Chapter 6 Decontructing Leads In-Class Assignment
16. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.2) Writing the Summary Lead I
17. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.3) Writing the Summary Lead II
18. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.4) Writing the Summary Lead III
19. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.5) Writing/Rewriting Leads I and II
20. Chapter 6 Deconstructing Current Event Leads
21. Chapter 7 Writing in Active Voice
22. Chapter 7 Abbreviations
23. Chapter 7 Numbers
24. Chapter 7 Titles
25. Chapter 7 Style Quizzes #1-20
SECTION IV (UNIT/CHAPTER HANDOUTS)
1. Chapter 1-Model 1.1-Communications History
2. Chapter 2-Article on Janet Cooke
3. Chapter 2-Stephen Glass Related Articles
4. Chapter 2-Film Terminology Handout
5. Chapter 2-The Film Review Handout
6. Chapter 3-Brainstorming Handout
7. Chapter 3-Survey Tips Handout #1
8. Chapter 3-Survey Tips Handout #2
9. Chapter 5-Interviewing Tips
10. Chapter 5-Interview Stories Model Packet
11. Chapter 6-Writing Leads Handout
12. Chapter 7-Anatomy of a Personality Profile Handout
13. Chapter 7-Abbreviations Rules
SECTION V (WRITING ASSIGNMENTS/ACTIVITIES)
Writing Essentials
1. Writing Assignments Log
2. Essay Typing Specifications
3. Essay Commentary Guide
4. Copyediting Symbols Guide #1
5. Copyediting Symbols Guide #2
6. Goals Objective Summary
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Major Writing Assignments
1. Black Press Contributions Essay (All Drafts)
2. 'Shattered Glass' Observation Notes Chart
3. 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (All Drafts)
4. Time Tracks Q&A Interview (All Drafts)
5. MIP Interview Story (Jerry Holland) (All Drafts)
6. MARSALIS VISIT News Story (All Drafts)
7. CLINIC PERFORMANCE News Story (All Drafts)
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Editorial Cartoon Assignments
1. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #1: Katrina Cartoon
2. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #2: Sunshine Laws
3. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #3: Snitching
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Extended Topic Entry Assignments
1. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: 8 FUNCTIONS OF MEDIA
2. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: 6 ELEMENTS OF MEDIA
3. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: GRAFFITI AND VANDALISM
4. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: THE MINI-TORIAL
5. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: CELEB CULTURE AND TEENS
SECTION VI (NEWS ARTICLE SUPPLEMENTS)
1. ARTICLE: 'Your e-mails: Should the NFL ban Michael Vick?' (CNN, 8/21/07)
2. ARTICLE: 'Editor: Pay heed to New Orleans' plight' (AP)
3. ARTICLE: 'Is the Gulf Coast a part of America?' (USA Today)
4. ARTICLE: 'Women in Combat' (Topic Entry Supplement)
5. ARTICLE: Profanity Article (completed with the Topic Entry)
SECTION VII (CURRENT EVENTS QUIZZES)
1. CEQ #0 (8/20/07)
2. CEQ #1 (8/24/07)
3. CEQ #2 (8/31/07)
4. CEQ# 3 (9/10/07)
5. CEQ #4 (9/14/07)
6. CEQ #5 (9/21/07)
7. CEQ #6 (9/28/07)
8. CEQ #7 (10/5/07)
9. CEQ #8 (10/15/07)
10. CEQ #9 ()
11. CEQ #10 ()
12. CEQ #11 (11/1/07)
13. CEQ #12 (11/13/07)
14. CEQ #13 (11/16/07)
15. CEQ #15 (11/30/07)
16. CEQ #16 (12/7/07)
SECTION VIII (SUPPLEMENTALS)
*NOTE: USE THIS SECTION TO STORE NOTEBOOK PAPER
NEW ITEMS ARE HIGLIGHTED IN RED
SECTION I (ADMINISTRATIVE FILES)
1. Course Curriculum Paper
2. Course Standards
3. Course Orientation Notes
4. Plagiarism Handout
5. Grade Logs (Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4)
-5.1. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue date: 9/5/07)
-5.2. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: 10/10/07)
-5.3. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: 11/14/07)
-5.4. Mid-Term Progress Report (Issue Date: TBA)
6. Current Events/Press Conference Mini-Lesson
7. Topic Entry Writing Mini-Lesson
SECTION II (UNIT/CHAPTER NOTES & OUTLINES)
1. Chapter 1 Notes (Daily Lessons)
2. Chapter 1 Vocabulary Definitions
3. Chapter 1 Outline (use correct format...see sheet)
4. Chapter 1 Soldiers without Swords Notes
5. Chapter 2 Vocabulary Definitions
6. Chapter 2 Outline
7. Chapter 2 Notes (Daily Lessons)
8. Chapter 2 Media Ethics DVD notes (taken on 9/18/07)
9. Chapter 3 Vocabulary Definitions
10. Chapter 3 Outline
11. Chapter 3 Notes (Daily Lessons)
12. Chpater 4 Vocabulary Definitions
13. Chapter 4 Notes (Daily Lessons)
14. Chapter 5 Vocabulary Definitions
15. Chapter 5 Notes (Daily Lessons)
16. Chapter 5 Outline
17. Chapter 6 Outline
18. Chapter 7 Notes (Daily Lessons)
19. Chapter 7 Outline
20. Chapter 8 Notes (Daily Lessons)
21. Chapter 11 Outline
22. Chapter 11 Notes (Daily Lessons)
SECTION III (UNIT/CHAPTER ACTIVITIES)
1. Chapter 1 Activity 1.1-Putting History in a Line
2. Chapter 1 Assignment #3 (p. 23)
3. Chapter 1 Assignment #6 (p. 23)
4. Chapter 1 Assignment #8 (p. 24)
5. Chapter 2 Assignment #4 (p. 53)
6. Chapter 2 Assignment #5 (p. 54)
7. Chapter 2 Rights and Responsibilities In-Class Assignment
8. Chapter 2 Code of Ethics Case Studies Assignment
9. Chapter 3 Activity 3.5
10. Chapter 3 Activity 3.6/3.7
11. Chapter 3 News Element Activity
12. Chapter 3 Assignment #3 (p. 79)
13. Chapter 4 Assignment #2 (p. 95)
14. Chapter 5 Assignment #7 (p. 115)
15. Chapter 6 Decontructing Leads In-Class Assignment
16. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.2) Writing the Summary Lead I
17. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.3) Writing the Summary Lead II
18. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.4) Writing the Summary Lead III
19. Chapter 6 (Activity 6.5) Writing/Rewriting Leads I and II
20. Chapter 6 Deconstructing Current Event Leads
21. Chapter 7 Writing in Active Voice
22. Chapter 7 Abbreviations
23. Chapter 7 Numbers
24. Chapter 7 Titles
25. Chapter 7 Style Quizzes #1-20
SECTION IV (UNIT/CHAPTER HANDOUTS)
1. Chapter 1-Model 1.1-Communications History
2. Chapter 2-Article on Janet Cooke
3. Chapter 2-Stephen Glass Related Articles
4. Chapter 2-Film Terminology Handout
5. Chapter 2-The Film Review Handout
6. Chapter 3-Brainstorming Handout
7. Chapter 3-Survey Tips Handout #1
8. Chapter 3-Survey Tips Handout #2
9. Chapter 5-Interviewing Tips
10. Chapter 5-Interview Stories Model Packet
11. Chapter 6-Writing Leads Handout
12. Chapter 7-Anatomy of a Personality Profile Handout
13. Chapter 7-Abbreviations Rules
SECTION V (WRITING ASSIGNMENTS/ACTIVITIES)
Writing Essentials
1. Writing Assignments Log
2. Essay Typing Specifications
3. Essay Commentary Guide
4. Copyediting Symbols Guide #1
5. Copyediting Symbols Guide #2
6. Goals Objective Summary
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Major Writing Assignments
1. Black Press Contributions Essay (All Drafts)
2. 'Shattered Glass' Observation Notes Chart
3. 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (All Drafts)
4. Time Tracks Q&A Interview (All Drafts)
5. MIP Interview Story (Jerry Holland) (All Drafts)
6. MARSALIS VISIT News Story (All Drafts)
7. CLINIC PERFORMANCE News Story (All Drafts)
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Editorial Cartoon Assignments
1. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #1: Katrina Cartoon
2. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #2: Sunshine Laws
3. Editorial Cartoon Assignment #3: Snitching
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Extended Topic Entry Assignments
1. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: 8 FUNCTIONS OF MEDIA
2. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: 6 ELEMENTS OF MEDIA
3. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: GRAFFITI AND VANDALISM
4. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: THE MINI-TORIAL
5. Extended Topic Entry Assignment: CELEB CULTURE AND TEENS
SECTION VI (NEWS ARTICLE SUPPLEMENTS)
1. ARTICLE: 'Your e-mails: Should the NFL ban Michael Vick?' (CNN, 8/21/07)
2. ARTICLE: 'Editor: Pay heed to New Orleans' plight' (AP)
3. ARTICLE: 'Is the Gulf Coast a part of America?' (USA Today)
4. ARTICLE: 'Women in Combat' (Topic Entry Supplement)
5. ARTICLE: Profanity Article (completed with the Topic Entry)
SECTION VII (CURRENT EVENTS QUIZZES)
1. CEQ #0 (8/20/07)
2. CEQ #1 (8/24/07)
3. CEQ #2 (8/31/07)
4. CEQ# 3 (9/10/07)
5. CEQ #4 (9/14/07)
6. CEQ #5 (9/21/07)
7. CEQ #6 (9/28/07)
8. CEQ #7 (10/5/07)
9. CEQ #8 (10/15/07)
10. CEQ #9 ()
11. CEQ #10 ()
12. CEQ #11 (11/1/07)
13. CEQ #12 (11/13/07)
14. CEQ #13 (11/16/07)
15. CEQ #15 (11/30/07)
16. CEQ #16 (12/7/07)
SECTION VIII (SUPPLEMENTALS)
*NOTE: USE THIS SECTION TO STORE NOTEBOOK PAPER
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/5/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/4 to 12/6)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/4 to 12/6)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 11 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)
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 12/4/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/3 to 12/5)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Read and outline Chapter 11 (Features Stories). The outline for this chapter must follow the prescibed format (see guide sheet). DUE 12/5
III. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/3 to 12/5)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Read and outline Chapter 11 (Features Stories). The outline for this chapter must follow the prescibed format (see guide sheet). DUE 12/5
III. Review AP style handouts and rules. Prepare for a graded quiz (or graded quizzes) to be given next meeting.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
Saturday, December 1, 2007
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (AS OF 11/30/07)
TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/1 to 12/3)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your News Story piece. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, guide sheet, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use the green assignment rubric that was given during a previous class meeting.
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/3/07
III. Begin reading Chapter 11 (Features Stories). The outline for this chapter isn't due until mid-week.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.
I. Obtain one (1) recent news article. This article must be recent (i.e. no older than 3 days). It must be clipped...PLEASE DO THIS BEFORE CLASS; UNATTACHED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
3. Recent articles ONLY!!! (Date range: 12/1 to 12/3)
4. Article News Element MUST BE LABELED
5. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Revise and re-type your News Story piece. Be prepared to attach the typed draft to the back of your written draft, guide sheet, and rubric. Please adhere to the following specs:
Assignment Specs:
1. Assignment must be typed...no exceptions
2. single space text...skip one line between each indented 'paragraph'
3. Times New Roman font, 12 point font
4. Must conform to the studied and discussed AP style rules
5. Use the green assignment rubric that was given during a previous class meeting.
6. Use you pre-writing inclass work to organize your story
7. YOU MUST INCLUDE A HEADLINE (SEE TEXT BOOK FOR HAMMER HEAD STYLE see p. 170)
8. Must include a byline beneath the headline. DO NOT CENTER YOUR BYLINE.
ex: By Larry Knight, Journalism I reporter
9. Must include a CENTERED -30- at the end of the story
10. Print two copies of your story.
11. Must be completed before returning to class...DUE 12/3/07
III. Begin reading Chapter 11 (Features Stories). The outline for this chapter isn't due until mid-week.
-----------------------------------------------
DAILY ASSIGNMENTS
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 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)
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