HOMEWORK (9/30/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #7): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/1 to 10/3 (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 6 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#5 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Review your Chapter 2 notes; analyze the topics, concepts, and terminology. Read and review the handouts on Cooke, Blair, Kelley, and News of the World

VII. Complete the analysis of Case Studies #4-6; follow the guide sheet. DUE 10/3/11


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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 2 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 #6)
10/3/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
TBA


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING


Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 7)
10/7/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/26/11

Active Discussion: Case Studies #1-9
10/6/11 to 10/10/11


Active Discussion: Rights and Responsibilities
TBA


Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS


Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Case Studies #1-3
9/30/11


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #4-6
10/3/11


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #7-9
10/6/11

Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

ACTIVE VIEWING

Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/11/11

*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: CBS: Andy Rooney ending '60 Minutes' gig

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

CBS: Andy Rooney ending '60 Minutes' gig
http://usat.ly/pJcc4R

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

DOCUMENTS: Outline Assignment-Chapter 2 (2011-2012)

Outline Assignment-Chapter 2 (2011-2012) THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE 9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC)

HOMEWORK (9/23/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #6): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/24 to 9/26 (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 5 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#5 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Read and outline Chapter 2 (in text book); use the format guide sheet. DUE 9/26/11 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 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 #5)
9/27/11 

Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
TBA


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
READ BY 9/26/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 6)
9/30/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/26/11

Active Discussion: Case Studies #1-9
TBA


Active Discussion: Rights and Responsibilities
TBA


Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS


Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Case Studies #1-3
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #4-6
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #7-9
TBA

ACTIVE VIEWING

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

*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.

HOMEWORK (9/22/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #5): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/21 to 9/23 (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 5 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#5 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Start working on (or finish) the analysis questions for the '9/11' and 'JFK: Breaking the News' films; write your responses in your TE Writing Journal under separate film headings. DUE 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 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 #5)
9/27/11 

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/23/11


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
READ BY 9/26/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 5)
9/22/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/26/11

Active Discussion: Case Studies #1-9
TBA


Active Discussion: Rights and Responsibilities
TBA


Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS


Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Case Studies #1-3
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #4-6
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #7-9
TBA

ACTIVE VIEWING

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

*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.

HOMEWORK (9/21/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #5): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/20 to 9/22 (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 5 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#5 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Start working on (or finish) the analysis questions for the '9/11' and 'JFK: Breaking the News' films; write your responses in your TE Writing Journal under separate film headings.

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

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 #5)
9/27/11 

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/20/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/23/11


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
READ BY 9/26/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 5)
9/22/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/26/11

Active Discussion: Case Studies #1-9
TBA


Active Discussion: Rights and Responsibilities
TBA


Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS


Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Case Studies #1-3
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #4-6
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #7-9
TBA

ACTIVE VIEWING

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

*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.

HOMEWORK (9/20/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #5): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/19 to 9/21 (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 5 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#5 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Start working on (or finish) the analysis questions for the '9/11' and 'JFK: Breaking the News' films; write your responses in your TE Writing Journal under separate film headings.

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

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 #5)
9/27/11 

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/20/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/23/11


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
READ BY 9/26/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 5)
9/22/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/26/11

Active Discussion: Case Studies #1-9
TBA


Active Discussion: Rights and Responsibilities
TBA


Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS



Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/26/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Writing Assignment: Case Studies #1-3
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #4-6
TBA


Writing Assignment: Case Studies #7-9
TBA

ACTIVE VIEWING

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

*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.

HOMEWORK (9/14/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #4): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/13 to 9/15 (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 4 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#4 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Review your Chapter 1 Daily Lesson notes; prepare for possible informal assessments.

VII. Start working on the analysis questions for the '9/11' and 'JFK: Breaking the News' films; write your responses in your TE Writing Journal under separate film headings.

VIII. Complete the Writing Assignment: Topic Entry (Assignment #8, Page 24); use the format guide sheet and follow the rules. This assignment should analyze First Amendment and the restriction of media by the government. You must type this assignment. DUE 9/16/11 (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 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 #4)
9/19/11 

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/20/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/21/11


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/22/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
DUE TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 4)
9/16/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/22/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS


Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
9/16/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/22/11 (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)
9/9/11

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

HOMEWORK (9/13/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #4): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/12 to 9/14 (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 4 current events; a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#4 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Review your Chapter 1 Daily Lesson notes; prepare for possible informal assessments.

VII. Start working on the analysis questions for the '9/11' and 'JFK: Breaking the News' films; write your responses in your TE Writing Journal under separate film headings.

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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 #4)
9/19/11 

Summative Assessment (Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts)
9/20/11

Formative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
9/21/11


LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/22/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
DUE TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 4)
9/16/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/22/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

PROJECTS

TBA

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS



Writing Assignment: On Assignment #8 (page 24)
9/16/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)

Outline Assignment: Chapter 2
9/22/11 (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)
9/9/11

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

BULLETIN: NJ Reports: ENDURING MEMORIES OF SEPTEMBER 11

I saw this in the NJ Reports App and thought you should see it.

Enduring Memories of September 11
ENDURING MEMORIES OF SEPTEMBER 11

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Obama's jobs speech draws 31.4M viewers

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

Obama's jobs speech draws 31.4M viewers
http://usat.ly/oN9F64

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

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Tanzania ship sinks, nearly 200 bodies recovered

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

Tanzania ship sinks, nearly 200 bodies recovered
http://usat.ly/njL2ui

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

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Covering 9/11: 'The page isn't big enough'

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

Covering 9/11: 'The page isn't big enough'
http://usat.ly/qisNA5

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

BULLETIN: USA TODAY: AP: 2 terror suspects may be U.S. citizens

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

AP: 2 terror suspects may be U.S. citizens
http://usat.ly/oLGIZC

BULLETIN: New Video Posting

Students, please visit the VIDEO ARCHIVE page to view a CNN video that looks back at the events as they unfolded that day.

-Mr. K

HOMEWORK (9/9/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #4): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/10 to 9/12 (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 3 current events (9/4 to 9/10); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#3 is NEXT WEEK. 

VI. Review your Chapter 1 Daily Lesson notes; prepare for possible informal assessments.

VII. Download and print the parent permission letters for '9/11'; the signed letter should be returned to class on 9/12/11 or you WILL NOT be allowed to view the film.

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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)
9/7/11 

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 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
DUE TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

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

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 3)
9/9/11

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

Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

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)
9/9/11

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

HOMEWORK (9/8/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #3): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/7 to 9/9 (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 3 current events (9/4 to 9/10); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#3 is NEXT WEEK.VI. Review your Chapter 1 Daily Lesson notes; informal assessments will be given randomly throughout the next two weeks.

VII. Download and print the parent permission letters for 'JFK: Breaking the News' and '9/11'; the signed letters should be returned to class on 9/9/11 or you WILL NOT be allowed to view the films.----------------------------------------------

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)
9/7/11Summative 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 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
DUE TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

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

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 3)
9/9/11Unit Discussion: Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts
begins 9/20/11

Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

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)
9/9/11

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

HOMEWORK (9/7/11)

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; review the material and prepare for informal assessments to be given throughout this quarter.

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 #3): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 9/6 to 9/8 (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 3 current events (9/4 to 9/10); a GRADED Current Events Quiz (CEQ) will be administered SOON. Use the blog site as a central hub for news and information! CEQ#3 is NEXT WEEK.

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

VII. Download and print the parent permission letters for 'JFK: Breaking the News' and '9/11'; the signed letters should be returned to class on 9/8/11 or you WILL NOT be allowed to view the films.

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

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)
9/7/11

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 2 (in textbook)
DUE 9/20/11

Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
DUE TBA

DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES

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

Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 3)
9/9/11

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

Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA

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)
9/8/11 and 9/9/11

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