Larry Knight
Monday, March 29, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Christian militia accused of plotting to kill cops http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=oXeRNMQI
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Twin suicide bombings kill 38 in Moscow subway http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=zCUET0Zk
Larry Knight
Sunday, March 28, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
A frail Dennis Hopper gets Hollywood star http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=w07xukvU
Larry Knight
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
President Obama makes surprise stop in Afghanistan http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=Uf8DifOp
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Palin to tea party rally: Don't sit down, shut up http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=tGin2ti1
Larry Knight
Friday, March 26, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Her career rising, Palin now gives McCain a boost http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16048/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=0gLAvHRe
Larry Knight
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Fla. girl assaulted before found in Ga. landfill http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=HEN4UK0V
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Former Cold War foes US, Russia to slash nukes http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=zKh8wMmw
Larry Knight
Thursday, March 25, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/25/10)
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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/24 to 3/26 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Work on the Time Tracks Lead Assignment. Gather information on your selected story topics and begin working on the deconstruction and lead. Follow the guide sheet.
VI. Work on the Devil's Advocate blog beat assignment project. Begin reporting now, or initiate an introduction with your source. LEAD #1 DUE 4/16. POST DUE DATE 4/19
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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 and 6 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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/24 to 3/26 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Work on the Time Tracks Lead Assignment. Gather information on your selected story topics and begin working on the deconstruction and lead. Follow the guide sheet.
VI. Work on the Devil's Advocate blog beat assignment project. Begin reporting now, or initiate an introduction with your source. LEAD #1 DUE 4/16. POST DUE DATE 4/19
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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 and 6 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, March 24, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Census: 20 percent of US filled out surveys so far http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=ud1qoQFM
Larry Knight
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Senate OKs teacher pay, voucher expansion bills http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=9wBQSUe5
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Robert Culp, who starred in 'I Spy,' dead at 79 http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=3iTE6qDT
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Senate passes tougher Fla. graduation requirements http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=47tLiVsC
Larry Knight
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
China thwarts Google's detour around censorship http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=1voYV35j
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
NFL changes overtime for playoff games http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=LqK61AOi
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
13 attorneys general sue over health care overhaul http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=5fZtA1zf
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
It's the law of the land: Health overhaul signed http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=7gttea2O
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/23/10)
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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/22 to 3/24 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Work on the Time Tracks Lead Assignment. Gather information on your selected story topics and begin working on the deconstruction and lead. Follow the guide sheet.
VI. Re-examine the Devil's Advocate blog beat handout that was given to you a few weeks ago. Pick two (one primary and one secondary). Be prepared to discuss your assignment tomorrow.
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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 and 6 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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/22 to 3/24 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Work on the Time Tracks Lead Assignment. Gather information on your selected story topics and begin working on the deconstruction and lead. Follow the guide sheet.
VI. Re-examine the Devil's Advocate blog beat handout that was given to you a few weeks ago. Pick two (one primary and one secondary). Be prepared to discuss your assignment tomorrow.
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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 and 6 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, March 22, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Bush, Clinton visit devastated Haitian capital http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16020/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=yMPNwjY4
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Goodell supportive of overtime modification http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16006/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=xVIt9gk5
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: CEQ #29 Answer
After conducting an exhustive (not really) search for information, I have decided to accept the following answers for CEQ #29/Question #10:
10. Read the following lead: (10) HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. or HILTON HEAD, S.C. (AP) - The kit-built single-engine plane was gliding quietly as it came down for an emergency landing on a beach. Pharmaceutical salesman Robert Gary Jones, listening to his iPod while jogging, likely never saw or heard it before the aircraft hit him from behind Monday evening and killed him. [NATIONAL] [1]
10. Identify where (city and state) this story took place. ANSWER: HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. or HILTON HEAD, S.C.
FULL Credit will be given if you wrote either of the two responses.
Please leave a post to confirm that you have read this...
10. Read the following lead: (10) HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. or HILTON HEAD, S.C. (AP) - The kit-built single-engine plane was gliding quietly as it came down for an emergency landing on a beach. Pharmaceutical salesman Robert Gary Jones, listening to his iPod while jogging, likely never saw or heard it before the aircraft hit him from behind Monday evening and killed him. [NATIONAL] [1]
10. Identify where (city and state) this story took place. ANSWER: HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. or HILTON HEAD, S.C.
FULL Credit will be given if you wrote either of the two responses.
Please leave a post to confirm that you have read this...
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/23/10)
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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/21 to 3/23 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Read the Time Tracks Lead Assignment handout. Prepare questions for tomorrow's opening 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 5 and 6 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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/21 to 3/23 (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#30 NEXT WEEK (3/30/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
V. Read the Time Tracks Lead Assignment handout. Prepare questions for tomorrow's opening 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 5 and 6 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)
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Elusive monkey spotted again in Tampa Bay area http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=aq7Oo0pM
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
House sends health care overhaul bill to Obama http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=b3MTAR9W
Larry Knight
Sunday, March 21, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Thousands call for immigration reform in DC http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=jRC0s5lA
Larry Knight
Saturday, March 20, 2010
BULLETIN: CNN - Restaurant accused of selling whale to close
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Hey, check this out from CNN:
Restaurant accused of selling whale to close http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/03/20/whale.meat.restaurant/index.html?iphoneemail
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Pope slams Irish church, no Vatican blame in abuse http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=qG8TwAVs
Larry Knight
Friday, March 19, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/19/10)
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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/20 to 3/22 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
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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 and 6 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 30): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/20 to 3/22 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
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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 and 6 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, March 18, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/18/10)
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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/17 to 3/19 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
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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 and 6 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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/17 to 3/19 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare tocontinue the Writing Leads activity.
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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 and 6 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, March 17, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/17/10)
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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/16 to 3/18 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
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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 and 6 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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/16 to 3/18 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
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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 and 6 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)
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
'Avatar' to be released on DVD, but not in 3-D http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=UYFvXx5b
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Beach jogger killed by plane likely never heard it http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15980/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=UBhtKSza
Larry Knight
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Woods will return to golf at Masters on April 8 http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=a3irOS31
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Holder: Osama bin Laden will never face US trial http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=vTjj2VS3
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/16/10)
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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/15 to 3/17 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
VI. Type On Assignment #4 (p. 149). Add to http://www.turnitin.com/. DUE 3/17/10
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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 and 6 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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/15 to 3/17 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
VI. Type On Assignment #4 (p. 149). Add to http://www.turnitin.com/. DUE 3/17/10
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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 and 6 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, March 15, 2010
WRITING ASSIGNMENT (Assignment #4, Page 149)
*NOTE: FORMAT GUIDE SHEETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TOMORROW...
SPECIFIC TYPING CRITERIA: When I evaluate your work, I will be looking for substantial compliance of the following:
• Writing must be AT LEAST ONE PAGE, including no LESS than 500 words (may exceed to 700 only) in the body.
• Use this SLUG heading in the upper right hand corner: ASSIGNMENT #4 (P. 149) (-2)
• Include a Byline in the upper right hand corner. (-2)
• Include the Copy # in the upper right hand corner. (-2)
• Writing must be DOUBLE SPACED (automatic penalty of -15 if you submit a single spaced paper).
• Times New Roman or Ariel ONLY!!!!! 12 point font ONLY!!!!! Margins should be 0.5” all around (i.e. Top, Bottom, Left, and Right). (-5 if not followed)
• Open with your assertion; please express clearly, probably in the first sentence. (-2 if not present)
• The overall gist (meaning) or the main idea should be clear and concise. It should be clearly stated near the beginning of the essay and IT MUST BE UNDERLINED. (-2)
• Write only in the present tense…THIS IS HIGHLY CRITICAL. (-2)
• Indicate knowledge of the subject.
• Follow an organizational plan that best attracts the reader’s attention.
• Follow the Assertion-Evidence-Commentary style of writing (see me if unclear). (-5 if not followed)
• Must provide evidence from the On Display article (i.e. the student leads) in your work. (-5 if not followed)
• STIFF PENALTIES FOR SIMPLE GRAMMAR MISTAKES…PLEASE PROOFREAD YOUR WORK (-5 for sentence structure errors, -3 for grammatical errors, and -2 for spelling errors)
• PROOFREAD YOUR PAPER AND CORRECT YOUR ERRORS… I AM NOT YOUR ROOFREADER!!!!
• Your paper must adhere to the Essay Commentary Codes for this course (see handout)
• Stick to the assigned main idea and purpose of this assignment. Do not include any extraneous information that is not relevant to the topic of your response. If you deviate from the assignment I will deduct points.
• Paper must be AT LEAST ONE FULL PAGE, including no LESS than 500 WORDS in the body. You may exceed one page, but not go over two. (automatic penalty of -15 if you submit a paper less than what is required).
• Your name and honor code MUST be written on the back of the last page only. If your name and honor do not appear on the back you will lose points. (-10 if not present)
• Your paper must have THIS SHEET attached to the front. If you do not use the rubric you will not know how to earn an A paper. PLEASE CONSULT THE RUBRIC SO THAT YOU MAY KNOW WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR AND EXPECTING. (-5 if not present)
SPECIFIC TYPING CRITERIA: When I evaluate your work, I will be looking for substantial compliance of the following:
• Writing must be AT LEAST ONE PAGE, including no LESS than 500 words (may exceed to 700 only) in the body.
• Use this SLUG heading in the upper right hand corner: ASSIGNMENT #4 (P. 149) (-2)
• Include a Byline in the upper right hand corner. (-2)
• Include the Copy # in the upper right hand corner. (-2)
• Writing must be DOUBLE SPACED (automatic penalty of -15 if you submit a single spaced paper).
• Times New Roman or Ariel ONLY!!!!! 12 point font ONLY!!!!! Margins should be 0.5” all around (i.e. Top, Bottom, Left, and Right). (-5 if not followed)
• Open with your assertion; please express clearly, probably in the first sentence. (-2 if not present)
• The overall gist (meaning) or the main idea should be clear and concise. It should be clearly stated near the beginning of the essay and IT MUST BE UNDERLINED. (-2)
• Write only in the present tense…THIS IS HIGHLY CRITICAL. (-2)
• Indicate knowledge of the subject.
• Follow an organizational plan that best attracts the reader’s attention.
• Follow the Assertion-Evidence-Commentary style of writing (see me if unclear). (-5 if not followed)
• Must provide evidence from the On Display article (i.e. the student leads) in your work. (-5 if not followed)
• STIFF PENALTIES FOR SIMPLE GRAMMAR MISTAKES…PLEASE PROOFREAD YOUR WORK (-5 for sentence structure errors, -3 for grammatical errors, and -2 for spelling errors)
• PROOFREAD YOUR PAPER AND CORRECT YOUR ERRORS… I AM NOT YOUR ROOFREADER!!!!
• Your paper must adhere to the Essay Commentary Codes for this course (see handout)
• Stick to the assigned main idea and purpose of this assignment. Do not include any extraneous information that is not relevant to the topic of your response. If you deviate from the assignment I will deduct points.
• Paper must be AT LEAST ONE FULL PAGE, including no LESS than 500 WORDS in the body. You may exceed one page, but not go over two. (automatic penalty of -15 if you submit a paper less than what is required).
• Your name and honor code MUST be written on the back of the last page only. If your name and honor do not appear on the back you will lose points. (-10 if not present)
• Your paper must have THIS SHEET attached to the front. If you do not use the rubric you will not know how to earn an A paper. PLEASE CONSULT THE RUBRIC SO THAT YOU MAY KNOW WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR AND EXPECTING. (-5 if not present)
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/15/10)
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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/14 to 3/16 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
VI. Type On Assignment #4 (p. 149). Add to www.turnitin.com. DUE 3/17/10
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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 and 6 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 29): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/14 to 3/16 (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#29 NEXT WEEK (3/22/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Read the Writing Leads handout and prepare to compose leads in class.
V. Prepare to finish the Decontructing Leads discussion.
VI. Type On Assignment #4 (p. 149). Add to www.turnitin.com. DUE 3/17/10
----------------------------------------------
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 and 6 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, March 11, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Barbie gets a '60s 'Mad Men' makeover http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16043/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=oT98Wf8i
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Betty White to host 'Saturday Night Live' http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=CemGuOBV
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Protests mar groundbreaking for NJ Nets' NYC arena http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=GYz31UZE
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
NY, NJ jets hit birds, return safely to airports http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=keQ63pat
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Massive school closures in KC to be done by fall http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=30rSQSHN
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
More quakes hit Chile as new president takes over http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=DHh3CIvo
Larry Knight
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/9/10)
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 28): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/8 to 3/10 (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#28 NEXT WEEK (3/16/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Prepare for the Major Interview Project that was rescheduled to 3/12/10.
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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 and 6 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 28): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/8 to 3/10 (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#28 NEXT WEEK (3/16/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Prepare for the Major Interview Project that was rescheduled to 3/12/10.
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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 and 6 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, March 8, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Lil Wayne begins year jail term in NYC gun case http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_15996/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=7P0i2YQ4
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Haiti frees US missionary; group leader still held http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=GX9pmme7
Larry Knight
Friday, March 5, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Witness heard 'pop' as Pentagon shooting began http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=qyCYbx25
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/5/10)
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 28): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/6 to 3/8 (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#27 NEXT WEEK (3/8/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Write the TE Journal Assignment (see guide sheet given during class). Read ALL guidelines and specifications.
Typed Copy DUE 3/8/10 ICC/TIINC
V. Start working on the Major Interview Project.
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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 and 6 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 28): as discussed in class*
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: FREE CHOICE
4. DATE RANGE: 3/6 to 3/8 (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#27 NEXT WEEK (3/8/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Write the TE Journal Assignment (see guide sheet given during class). Read ALL guidelines and specifications.
Typed Copy DUE 3/8/10 ICC/TIINC
V. Start working on the Major Interview Project.
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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 and 6 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, March 4, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/4/10)
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: 3/3 to 3/5 (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#27 NEXT WEEK (3/8/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Write the TE Journal Assignment (see guide sheet given during class). Read ALL guidelines and specifications.
Written Copy DUE 3/5/10
Typed Copy DUE 3/8/10 ICC/TIINC
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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 and 6 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: 3/3 to 3/5 (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#27 NEXT WEEK (3/8/10)
III. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog). AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!
IV. Write the TE Journal Assignment (see guide sheet given during class). Read ALL guidelines and specifications.
Written Copy DUE 3/5/10
Typed Copy DUE 3/8/10 ICC/TIINC
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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 and 6 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, March 3, 2010
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
NY's Paterson faces ethics charge over Series tix http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=BpbQW2V5
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Sex offender charged in Chelsea King case http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16029/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=tRUdDgXt
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
New batting gloves promise to protect hands http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=1hwxMmiQ
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Obama takes charge, demands vote on health care http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=wemdEYor
Larry Knight
BULLETIN: I thought you should see this story
Facing ethics probes, Rangel drops tax leadership http://m.apnews.com/ap/db_16026/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=29CwoYML
Larry Knight
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/3/10)
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: 3/2 to 3/4 (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#27 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 Wrap-up Assignment. We discussed this in class this morning.
V. Add the Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads) to www.turnitin.com. DUE 3/3/10 @11:59 PM
VI. Prepare for the Chapter 6 Formative Assessment.
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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 and 6 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: 3/2 to 3/4 (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#27 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 Wrap-up Assignment. We discussed this in class this morning.
V. Add the Chapter 6 (Writing News Story Leads) to www.turnitin.com. DUE 3/3/10 @11:59 PM
VI. Prepare for the Chapter 6 Formative Assessment.
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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 and 6 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, March 2, 2010
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS (3/2/10)
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: 3/1 to 3/3 (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#27 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 class meeting.
V. 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
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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 and 6 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: 3/1 to 3/3 (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#27 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 class meeting.
V. 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
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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 and 6 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)
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