Larry Knight
Sunday, February 28, 2010
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Canada wins hockey gold with 3-2 OT win over US http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=50c1rFpM
Saturday, February 27, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Hawaii blasts sirens, warns of possible tsunami http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=oGhP0MoL
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
8.8-magnitude earthquake hits central Chile http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=IDaAncyw
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Wash. teacher killed outside school before classes http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=JeFLnts6
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Ohno grabs 8th career Olympic medal in relay http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=PUqHN1am
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Michael Jordan reaches deal to buy Bobcats http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=xQVSk0NX
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Across Web, many defend Canadian women's carousing http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16043/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=wG60tOQL
Larry Knight
Friday, February 26, 2010
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
NY Gov. Paterson drops election bid amid scandal http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=EleFtmFH
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/26/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 27): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/27 to 3/1 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Work on Copy #3 (FINAL COPY) of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 3/1/10 ICC/TINC
VI. Read and outline Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads). Use the outline format guide sheet. Read the guide first beacuse there are significant point penalty changes. DUE 3/3/10
VII. Review the Chapter 5 unit notes. Be sure to review the Daily Lesson notes and your outline. TEST 3/1/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 27): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/27 to 3/1 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Work on Copy #3 (FINAL COPY) of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 3/1/10 ICC/TINC
VI. Read and outline Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads). Use the outline format guide sheet. Read the guide first beacuse there are significant point penalty changes. DUE 3/3/10
VII. Review the Chapter 5 unit notes. Be sure to review the Daily Lesson notes and your outline. TEST 3/1/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 25, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Obama, GOP fail to reach accord on health bill http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=qyaRWol4
Larry Knight
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Plan to fire all its teachers roils poor RI city http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=kpYGesM5
PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT...
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Patti LaBelle: Some 'Idol' judges aren't qualified http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=eWHUAqxG
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Police: Colo. gunman entered the school earlier http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=GhomiiDP
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
US, Parise survive tense game to reach semifinals http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=RVoFOaOU
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Whale kills trainer as horrified spectators watch http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=PDvOcH1U
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/24/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/23 to 2/25 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Work on Copy #2 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 2/25/10
VI. Read and outline Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads). Use the outline format guide sheet. Read the guide first beacuse there are significant point penalty changes. DUE 3/3/10
VII. Review the Chapter 5 unit notes. Be sure to review the Daily Lesson notes and your outline. TEST 3/1/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/23 to 2/25 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Work on Copy #2 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 2/25/10
VI. Read and outline Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads). Use the outline format guide sheet. Read the guide first beacuse there are significant point penalty changes. DUE 3/3/10
VII. Review the Chapter 5 unit notes. Be sure to review the Daily Lesson notes and your outline. TEST 3/1/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 23, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Kramer's gaffe makes wrong kind of Olympic memory http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=KrK73XNQ
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Lee wins gold; Kramer DQed for not switching lanes http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=LnIoiVQE
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Cheney's 5 heart attacks unusual, shows good care http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=TsXwWzHc
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Ole Miss students decide to replace Colonel Reb http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=D1sa1f3v
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Jayson Williams gets 5 years in fatal NJ shooting http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=X8dZSM8u
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
2 teens injured in Colo. middle school shooting http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=yMA1JGO3
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/23/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/22 to 2/24 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Copyedit a classmate's typed (or written) Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 2/24/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/22 to 2/24 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next classmeeting.
V. Copyedit a classmate's typed (or written) Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. Use the same standards discussed in class (see steno pad) DUE 2/24/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 22, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/22/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/21 to 2/23 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/23/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/21 to 2/23 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#26 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/23/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 20, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
US bobsledder: Whistler track 'stupid fast' http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=855mRsuB
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Alexander Haig, former secretary of state, dies http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=lcxLvCIR
Larry Knight
Friday, February 19, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Lysacek upsets Plushenko for gold medal http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=p08Dcmc9
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Tiger Woods: Sorry for behavior, unsure of return http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=IcYIKTOu
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/19/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/20 to 2/22 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#25 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/23/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 26): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/20 to 2/22 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#25 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on Copy #1 of the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/23/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 18, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Official: Plane crash pilot left anti-IRS Web note http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=8b6jRUv6
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/18/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 25): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/17 to 2/19 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#25 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on the questions for the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/19/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 25): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/17 to 2/19 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#25 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next week.
V. Work on the questions for the Walter Cronkite Q&A Assignment. DUE 2/19/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 17, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Vonn, Mancuso go 1-2 for US in Olympic downhill http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=25ZdPcHP
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Tiger to end months of silence on Friday http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=CoW7pSvV
Larry Knight
Saturday, February 13, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Chief: Ala. prof held in 3 killings shot Mass. kin http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=h4LM6DVJ
Larry Knight
Friday, February 12, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
McQueen's death hurts London fashion scene http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=mcTSOVsj
Larry Knight
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN:I thought you should see this story
IOC confirms Olympic luger dies after crash http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=CrCgWwc4
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/12/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 25): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/14 to 2/16 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#24 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next 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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 25): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/14 to 2/16 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#24 NEXT WEEK...
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your In-Class Interview Assignment. You should have typed questions and ready for next 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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 10, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Former Texas Rep. Charlie Wilson dies at 76 http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=dHneZean
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Newly released 9/11 NYPD photos show WTC collapse http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=dZmB8qGI
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/10/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 24): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/9 to 2/11 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#23 (2/11/10...TOMORROW)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your Time Tracks Q&A Assignments. Revise your interviews based on personal proofreading and peer comments. Then, write a lead for your interview in the appropriate format...see the model that I printed for you.
You should have Copy 2 (i.e. lead and revised typed questions and answers) ready for discussion and submission. DUE 2/11/10
The final copy (Copy 3) is DUE 2/12/10 ICC/TINC
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 24): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/9 to 2/11 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#23 (2/11/10...TOMORROW)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your Time Tracks Q&A Assignments. Revise your interviews based on personal proofreading and peer comments. Then, write a lead for your interview in the appropriate format...see the model that I printed for you.
You should have Copy 2 (i.e. lead and revised typed questions and answers) ready for discussion and submission. DUE 2/11/10
The final copy (Copy 3) is DUE 2/12/10 ICC/TINC
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 9, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (2/9/10)
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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 24): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/8 to 2/10 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#23 (2/11/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your Time Tracks Q&A Assignments. You should have typed questions and answers ready for discussion and submission. DUE 2/10/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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.a
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; UNCLIPPED ARTICLES WILL RECEIVE -2 PENALTY.
Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week 24): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 2/8 to 2/10 (i.e. Recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
II. Familiarize yourself with this week's current events...use this site as a central hub for news and information!
*FYI: CEQ#23 (2/11/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Work on your Time Tracks Q&A Assignments. You should have typed questions and answers ready for discussion and submission. DUE 2/10/10
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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 5 topics/concepts. Read the outline, supplemental notes, and 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, steno pads, 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. Review AP style rules and concepts. Read the style books, supplemental notes, and create study note cards. LEARN THE MATERIAL...DON'T MEMORIZE IT.*
*NOTE: Please review your these periodically. We are never 'done' with the style rule concepts.
VII. IMPORTANT!!!!! 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, February 8, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Brees and Saints win Super Bowl, 31-17 over Colts http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=Wh6YRkLP
Larry Knight
Sunday, February 7, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Police: Sheen vehicle stolen, crashed in ravine http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=RzXoh5ap
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Palin tells 'tea party': It's revolution time http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=PRJrZ6LN
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
La. lt. gov. replaces Nagin as New Orleans mayor http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=yrWxITAB
Larry Knight
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Ill. gov. declares victory as ballot count resumes http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=OBabpBWh
Larry Knight
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
AP Source: Jackson doctor to be charged in court http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=rlOezWIT
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Box-office numbers for Oscar best-picture nominees http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=IY1qvp29
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: TE Assignment Prompt (PLEASE READ!!!)
Students, here is the TE prompt discussed in class today. Your response will be used in tomorrow's Brainstorming session. Have fun!
TOPIC/SLUG HEADING: HISTORY’S BEST (OR WORST)
BACKGROUND: By now you should be familiar with a few of history’s most influential men and women. Some of these individuals are your heroes and heroines, whereas others are the object of your vilification. Use your knowledge of history to respond to the following topic question.
PREWRITING ASSIGNMENTS: (1) FIRST consider the topic, then (2) complete individual brainstorming, and prepare to write down your views.
TOPIC QUESTION ASSIGNMENTS: Complete ALL of the assignments. Check off the items as you complete them.
____ (1) In your response, discuss five historical (i.e. dead) individuals that you would most want to meet.
____ (2) Answer these questions within the context of your response: (a) Identify five (5) historical (dead) individuals that you would most want to meet. Rank them in order of importance from 1 to 5 (with 1 being the highest). Remember, you must select persons that have made a significant impact. Don’t forget to include comments that highlight what makes them famous or important.
*NOTE: This is not a bulleted list; the response should be written as a journal entry. In addition, you must explain in detail why this person makes your ‘list.’
____ (3) NEXT, when you have written your response, please write two bulleted ‘quotables’ beneath the last sentence. These quotables should be clear and concise, and stating the overall gist (meaning) of your response, opinion, argument, etc.
GENERAL WRITING RULES: In your response discuss five historical (i.e. dead) individuals that you would most want to meet. Also, please adhere to ALL of the following rules:
• You may want to consider your audience; it may be a group of teens or adults that you are trying to reach.
• You also may want to think about the overall purpose of your piece. Are you seeking to convince, indoctrinate, inform, etc.?
• Use real examples from the assigned text or from current events to bolster your position. Then offer possible suggestions and alternatives.
• You MUST use the column format, rhetorical devices and modes of developments (i.e. examples, rhetorical questions, description, cause and effect, etc.) within your response.
• DO NOT USE REAL NAMES. Under no circumstance are you to use this as a forum to criticize a person. This is NOT an opportunity for you to launch an open attack on one of your friends or acquaintances. Remember the rule of ‘right of reply.’ If that person is not here to defend himself or herself then your comments of criticism are not permitted.
• Your writing should be publishable…you are not writing down random thoughts and ideas…they MUST be organized, easy to understand, logical, relevant to some degree, timely, etc.
SPECIFIC WRITING RULES:
• Writing must be at least one page, including no LESS than 250-300 words in the body
• Must include the following SLUG heading: HISTORY’S BEST (OR WORST)
• Must have a byline beneath the SLUG in the upper right corner (i.e. By Larry Knight)
• Must have a copy # beneath the byline in the upper right corner (i.e. Copy #1)
• At the end of your piece (above the -30- ) you must type two bulleted one sentence quotables. These quotables should be clear and concise, and stating the overall gist (meaning) of your response, opinion, argument, etc.
TOPIC/SLUG HEADING: HISTORY’S BEST (OR WORST)
BACKGROUND: By now you should be familiar with a few of history’s most influential men and women. Some of these individuals are your heroes and heroines, whereas others are the object of your vilification. Use your knowledge of history to respond to the following topic question.
PREWRITING ASSIGNMENTS: (1) FIRST consider the topic, then (2) complete individual brainstorming, and prepare to write down your views.
TOPIC QUESTION ASSIGNMENTS: Complete ALL of the assignments. Check off the items as you complete them.
____ (1) In your response, discuss five historical (i.e. dead) individuals that you would most want to meet.
____ (2) Answer these questions within the context of your response: (a) Identify five (5) historical (dead) individuals that you would most want to meet. Rank them in order of importance from 1 to 5 (with 1 being the highest). Remember, you must select persons that have made a significant impact. Don’t forget to include comments that highlight what makes them famous or important.
*NOTE: This is not a bulleted list; the response should be written as a journal entry. In addition, you must explain in detail why this person makes your ‘list.’
____ (3) NEXT, when you have written your response, please write two bulleted ‘quotables’ beneath the last sentence. These quotables should be clear and concise, and stating the overall gist (meaning) of your response, opinion, argument, etc.
GENERAL WRITING RULES: In your response discuss five historical (i.e. dead) individuals that you would most want to meet. Also, please adhere to ALL of the following rules:
• You may want to consider your audience; it may be a group of teens or adults that you are trying to reach.
• You also may want to think about the overall purpose of your piece. Are you seeking to convince, indoctrinate, inform, etc.?
• Use real examples from the assigned text or from current events to bolster your position. Then offer possible suggestions and alternatives.
• You MUST use the column format, rhetorical devices and modes of developments (i.e. examples, rhetorical questions, description, cause and effect, etc.) within your response.
• DO NOT USE REAL NAMES. Under no circumstance are you to use this as a forum to criticize a person. This is NOT an opportunity for you to launch an open attack on one of your friends or acquaintances. Remember the rule of ‘right of reply.’ If that person is not here to defend himself or herself then your comments of criticism are not permitted.
• Your writing should be publishable…you are not writing down random thoughts and ideas…they MUST be organized, easy to understand, logical, relevant to some degree, timely, etc.
SPECIFIC WRITING RULES:
• Writing must be at least one page, including no LESS than 250-300 words in the body
• Must include the following SLUG heading: HISTORY’S BEST (OR WORST)
• Must have a byline beneath the SLUG in the upper right corner (i.e. By Larry Knight)
• Must have a copy # beneath the byline in the upper right corner (i.e. Copy #1)
• At the end of your piece (above the -30- ) you must type two bulleted one sentence quotables. These quotables should be clear and concise, and stating the overall gist (meaning) of your response, opinion, argument, etc.
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