Wednesday, August 31, 2011

HOMEWORK (8/31/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE ASAP!!!

III. Review the policies and rules for this course...informal assessments (i.e. quizzes) will begin this week.

IV.
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; ARTICLES NOT LABELED OR POSTED NEATLY WILL RECEIVE A -2 PENALTY. NO OPINION PIECES OR MAGAZINE ARTICLES.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #2): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a

4. DATE RANGE: 8/30 to 9/1 (i.e. recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)

6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

V. Familiarize yourself with Week 2 current events (8/30 to 9/3); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#2 is NEXT WEEK.

VI. Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE ASAP (FRIDAY IS THE DEADLINE)

VII. Review your Chapter 1 Daily Lesson notes; informal assessments will be given randomly throughout the next two weeks.

VIII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.
DUE ASAP!!!

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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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)

-----------------------------------------------

UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #2)
9/6/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/15/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/19/11

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 2)
9/1/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/20/11

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/20/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: '9/11' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/12/11 and 9/13/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'JFK Breaking the News' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/6/11 and 9/7/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)
TBA



BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Katia gaining strength, could become a hurricane

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Katia gaining strength, could become a hurricane
http://usat.ly/pHSkVD

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

HOMEWORK (8/30/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE ASAP!!!

III. Review the policies and rules for this course...informal assessments (i.e. quizzes) will begin this week.

IV.
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; ARTICLES NOT LABELED OR POSTED NEATLY WILL RECEIVE A -2 PENALTY. NO OPINION PIECES OR MAGAZINE ARTICLES.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #2): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a

4. DATE RANGE: 8/29 to 8/31 (i.e. recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)

6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

V. Familiarize yourself with Week 1 current events (8/21/11 to 8/27/11); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#2 is NEXT WEEK.

VI. Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE ASAP (FRIDAY IS THE DEADLINE)

VII. Type TE: Writing Assignment (Activity 1.1 Follow-up); follow the format guide sheet when typing your work. DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @ 11:59 PM)

VIII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.
DUE ASAP!!!

----------------------------------------------
DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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)

-----------------------------------------------

UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #1)
8/30/11

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #2)
9/6/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/15/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/19/11

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 2)
9/1/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/20/11

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/20/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: '9/11' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/12/11 and 9/13/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'JFK Breaking the News' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/6/11 and 9/7/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)
TBA



Monday, August 29, 2011

HOMEWORK (8/29/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE ASAP!!!

III. Review the policies and rules for this course...informal assessments (i.e. quizzes) will begin this week.

IV.
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; ARTICLES NOT LABELED OR POSTED NEATLY WILL RECEIVE A -2 PENALTY. NO OPINION PIECES OR MAGAZINE ARTICLES.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #2): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a

4. DATE RANGE: 8/28 to 8/30 (i.e. recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)

6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

V. Familiarize yourself with Week 1 current events (8/21/11 to 8/27/11); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#1 is 8/30/11 (TOMORROW!)

VI. Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE ASAP (FRIDAY IS THE DEADLINE)

VII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.
DUE ASAP!!!

----------------------------------------------

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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)

-----------------------------------------------

UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #1)
8/30/11

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #2)
9/6/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/15/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/19/11

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 2)
9/1/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/20/11

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/20/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: '9/11' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/12/11 and 9/13/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'JFK Breaking the News' (TV-MA) (documentary)
9/6/11 and 9/7/11

Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)
TBA



Sunday, August 28, 2011

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Steelers backup QB Byron Leftwich suffers broken arm

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Steelers backup QB Byron Leftwich suffers broken arm
http://usat.ly/prLwKs

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Reports: Hurricane Irene death toll at 18

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Reports: Hurricane Irene death toll at 18
http://usat.ly/pnT1Ok

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: In wake of Irene, flooding fears along Eastern Seaboard

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

In wake of Irene, flooding fears along Eastern Seaboard
http://usat.ly/qhIKCV

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Usain Bolt disqualified in 100; Walter Dix takes silver

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Usain Bolt disqualified in 100; Walter Dix takes silver
http://usat.ly/qcPX5u

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

BULLETIN: Jacksonville author, civil rights activist Stetson Kennedy dead at 94 | jacksonville.com

http://jacksonville.com/news/florida/2011-08-25/story/jacksonville-author-civil-rights-activist-stetson-kennedy-dead-94#.Tlpk3GDd5xo.mailto

Saturday, August 27, 2011

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Are college football rivalries getting out of hand?

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Are college football rivalries getting out of hand?
http://usat.ly/reGmnN

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: LSU football team tries to move on after arrests of Jefferson, Johns

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

LSU football team tries to move on after arrests of Jefferson, Johns
http://usat.ly/qKZpmk

To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.

Friday, August 26, 2011

HOMEWORK (8/26/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE ASAP!!!

III.
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; ARTICLES NOT LABELED OR POSTED NEATLY WILL RECEIVE A -2 PENALTY. NO OPINION PIECES OR MAGAZINE ARTICLES.

Assignment Specs:

1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #1): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a

4. DATE RANGE: 8/27 to 8/29 (i.e. recent articles ONLY!!!)
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)

6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING

IV. Familiarize yourself with Week 1 current events (8/21/11 to 8/27/11); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#1 is 8/30/11

V.
Obtain a copy of the Journalism Today textbook and read and outline Chapter 1; use the format guide sheet as a template. DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/ TIINC @11:59 PM)

VI.
Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE 8/29/11

VII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.
DUE ASAP!!!

----------------------------------------------

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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)

-----------------------------------------------

UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #1)
8/29/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
TBA

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 1)
8/2611

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: 9/11 (documentary)
9/12/11

Active Viewing Assignment: JFK Breaking the News (documentary)
TBA



Thursday, August 25, 2011

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Apple's Steve Jobs abruptly resigns as CEO

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

Apple's Steve Jobs abruptly resigns as CEO
http://usat.ly/oLQb3e

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: King Memorial dedication postponed due to Irene

Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.

King Memorial dedication postponed due to Irene
http://usat.ly/oCrz1Q

HOMEWORK (8/25/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE 8/26/11

III.
Work on the Diagnostic Essay Assignment (The News Debate); follow the assignment format guide sheet. DUE 8/26/11 (ICC/ TIINC @11:59 PM)

III. Familiarize yourself with Week 1 current events (8/21/11 to 8/27/11); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#1 is NEXT WEEK

IV.
Obtain a copy of the Journalism Today textbook and read and outline Chapter 1; use the format guide sheet as a template. DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/ TIINC @11:59 PM)

VII.
Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE 8/29/11

VIII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.

----------------------------------------------

DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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)

-----------------------------------------------

UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #1)
8/29/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
TBA

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 1)
8/2611

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: 9/11 (documentary)
9/12/11

Active Viewing Assignment: JFK Breaking the News (documentary)
TBA



Wednesday, August 24, 2011

BULLETIN: Remembering Aaliyah, 10 years later

Hey, check this out from CNN:
Remembering Aaliyah, 10 years later
http://www.cnn.com/2011/SHOWBIZ/Music/08/24/aaliyah.10.years.later.laws/index.html

HOMEWORK (8/24/11)

TONIGHT'S ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: The following assignments should be completed prior to the next class meeting or by the posted due date. Please read all standards and directions when completing.

I. Organize your notebook. SEE NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (on blog).
AS INDICATED IN CLASS THIS SHOULD BE PRIORITY #1!

II. Read the Course Curriculum Guide and Course Orientation Notes (Rules and Policies) handouts; sign and obtain a parent signature on both and return to class. DUE 8/26/11

III.
Work on the Diagnostic Essay Assignment (The News Debatel); follow the assignment format guide sheet. DUE 8/26/11 (ICC/ TIINC @11:59 PM)

III. Familiarize yourself with Week 1 current events (8/21/11 to 8/27/11); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#1 is NEXT WEEK

IV.
Obtain a copy of the Journalism Today textbook and read and outline Chapter 1; use the format guide sheet as a template. DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/ TIINC @11:59 PM)

VII.
Obtain MOST of your course related materials. DUE 8/29/11

VIII. Register with www.turnitin.com; use the information guide sheet for assistance.

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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*

*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.

I. Review Chapter 1 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 show 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 show adequate mastery and knowledge of all course standards.

VI. Review AP (Associated Press) 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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UPCOMING DATES*

*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.

ASSESSMENTS

Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #1)
8/29/11

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
TBA

LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 1 (in textbook)
DUE 8/29/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Unit Discussion: Current Events (Journals, Press Conferences, and Assessments)
8/26/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/29/11

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
(Week 1)
8/2611

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS

Writing Assignment: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
DUE 8/26/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 1
DUE 8/29/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Activity 1.1 Follow-up
DUE 8/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: 9/11 (documentary)
9/12/11

Active Viewing Assignment: JFK Breaking the News (documentary)
TBA



DOCUMENTS: Turn-it-in Information Guide Sheet (Knight | 2011-2012)

Turn-it-in Information Guide Sheet (Knight 2011-2012)

Monday, August 22, 2011

BULLETIN: Welcome to Journalism 1!!!

Dear students,

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the 2011-2012 school year; more importantly, I would like to welcome you to Journalism I.

This blog site has been established as a forum for you and as a resource. Here you will be able to obtain information pertaining to your course, current events, and the field of journalism.

Please treat this space with the utmost care and respect. I look forward to working with you in the future.

Regards,

Mr. K