NBA cancels all games through November
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Saturday, October 29, 2011
BULLETIN: USA TODAY: NBA cancels all games through November
Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.
Friday, October 21, 2011
HOMEWORK (10/21/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #10): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/22 to 10/24 (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 9 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (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 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 #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #10): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/22 to 10/24 (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 9 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (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 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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
VIDEO BULLETIN: '60 Minutes (Season 35, Episode 37)
Students, if you would like to view the '60 Minutes' Interview with Stephen Glass again I have recently uploaded it to our class blog.
To view it, please visit the DOCUMENTARIES page at the top of the blog.
HOMEWORK (10/20/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/18 to 10/21 (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 9 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (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 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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/18 to 10/21 (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 9 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (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 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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
HOMEWORK (10/19/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/18 to 10/20 (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 8 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (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 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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/18 to 10/20 (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 8 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#9 is NEXT WEEK (10/25/11).
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
VIII. Compose the WRITING ASSIGNMENT: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline; please follow the format guide and model. Do your very best work...strong outlines lead to strong papers. DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
----------------------------------------------
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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #9)
10/25/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/26/11
Formative Assessment (Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts)
10/27/11
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 3 (in textbook)
READ BY 10/31/11
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference (Week 10)
TBA
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins 10/31/11
PROJECTS
Chapter Project: News Elements Project
DUE TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review Pre-Writing Outline
DUE 10/24/11 (ICC/TIINC)
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 1)
DUE 10/27/11
Writing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' Film Review (Copy 2)
DUE TBA
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
10/31/11 (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
HOMEWORK (10/18/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/17 to 10/19 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/19/11) DATE CHANGE.
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
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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 #8)
10/19/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/24/11
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 9)
10/20/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/17 to 10/19 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/19/11) DATE CHANGE.
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
----------------------------------------------
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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #8)
10/19/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/24/11
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 9)
10/20/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Large crowd honors King's dream at memorial dedication
Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.
Large crowd honors King's dream at memorial dedication
http://usat.ly/q8BCk0
To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.
BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Dan Wheldon dies in huge crash at IndyCar finale
Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.
Dan Wheldon dies in huge crash at IndyCar finale
http://usat.ly/ppAeIr
To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.
Friday, October 14, 2011
HOMEWORK (10/14/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/15 to 10/17 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/19/11) DATE CHANGE.
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
----------------------------------------------
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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #8)
10/19/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/24/11
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 9)
10/20/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #9): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/15 to 10/17 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/19/11) DATE CHANGE.
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. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
----------------------------------------------
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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #8)
10/19/11
Summative Assessment (Chapter 2 Terms and Concepts)
10/24/11
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 9)
10/20/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
HOMEWORK (10/11/11)
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) are possible at any moment.
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 #8): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/10 to 10/12 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/17/11).
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 Rights and Responsibilities of Journalists handout; follow the guidelines discussed in class. DUE 10/12/11
VIII. Obtain parental signature on the slip for 'Shattered Glass' DUE 10/12/11
IX. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
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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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #8)
10/17/11
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 8)
10/14/11
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
10/12/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
*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) are possible at any moment.
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 #8): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: n/a
4. DATE RANGE: 10/10 to 10/12 (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 8 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#8 is NEXT WEEK (10/17/11).
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 Rights and Responsibilities of Journalists handout; follow the guidelines discussed in class. DUE 10/12/11
IX. Read and annotate the Stephen Glass related articles. Highlight information that will further your understanding of the case.
----------------------------------------------
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)
-----------------------------------------------
UPCOMING DATES*
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE LISTEN TO THE OPENING MEETINGS FOR ANY CHANGES.
ASSESSMENTS
Summative Assessment (Current Events Quiz #8)
10/17/11
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 8)
10/14/11
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
10/12/11
Unit Discussion: Chapter 3 Terms and Concepts
begins TBA
PROJECTS
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Outline Assignment: Chapter 3
TBA (ICC/TIINC @11:59 PM)
ACTIVE VIEWING
Active Viewing Assignment: 'Shattered Glass' (PG-13) (feature film)*
starts 10/13/11
*NOTE: Students must obtain parent permission to view this film.
Friday, October 7, 2011
BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Johnson Sirleaf, Gbowee, Karman win Nobel Peace
Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.
Johnson Sirleaf, Gbowee, Karman win Nobel Peace
http://usat.ly/ofyHbi
To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
BREAKING NEWS BULLETIN: USA TODAY: Steve Jobs, Apple co-founder, dies
Check out this article that I saw in USA TODAY's iPad application.
Steve Jobs, Apple co-founder, dies
http://usat.ly/rgzMrP
To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.
Steve Jobs, Apple co-founder, dies
http://usat.ly/rgzMrP
To view the story, click the link or paste it into your browser.
VIDEO BULLETIN: 'Media Ethics' Documentary
Students, if you would like to view the 'Media Ethics' Documentary again I have recently uploaded it to our class blog. Use either of the links below to access the film:
http://scpjournalism1.blogspot.com/p/documentaries.html
http://vimeo.com/30095246
PLEASE SEND ME A REPLY EMAIL INDICATING THAT YOU RECEIVED THIS MESSAGE.
http://scpjournalism1.blogspot.com/p/documentaries.html
http://vimeo.com/30095246
PLEASE SEND ME A REPLY EMAIL INDICATING THAT YOU RECEIVED THIS MESSAGE.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
NOTEBOOK STRUCTURE CHART (2011-2012)
Students, you are required to organize your notebooks based on this format.
There will be a notebook check. If you are missing any of the items on the list, please see me, or ask a classmate to allow you to make a copy. (If it is on this list, you most definitely need it.)
*NOTE: Per the Course Orientation Notes, no quizzes or tests should be kept in your 3-ring binder. All quizzes and tests should be kept in the academic folder which is kept in the classroom.
IMPORTANT NOTE: SOME ITEMS ON THE LIST HAVE YET TO BE DISTRIBUTED...ADD THE ITEMS TO YOUR NOTEBOOK WHEN YOU RECEIVE THEM.
SECTION I (ADMINISTRATIVE FILES)
1. HANDOUT: Course Syllabus
2. HANDOUT: Course Standards
3. HANDOUT: Course Orientation Notes
4. HANDOUT: Restroom Passes
5. HANDOUT: Grade Log (Quarters 1)
6. HANDOUT: Lesson Plans (keep in order)
SECTION II (UNIT/CHAPTER NOTES & OUTLINES)
1. NOTES: Current Events/Press Conference Mini-Lesson
2. NOTES: Topic Entry Writing Mini-Lesson
3. NOTES: Chapter 1 Formative Assessment Study Guide
3. NOTES: Chapter 1 Outline (Topics and Terms)
4. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes (from Daily Lessons)
5. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes ('9/11' Documentary Notes)
6. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes ('JFK: Breaking the News' Documentary Notes)
7. NOTES: Chapter 2 Notes ('Media Ethics' Documentary Notes)
SECTION III (UNIT/CHAPTER ACTIVITIES)
1. CHAPTER 1 ASSIGNMENT: Activity 1.1-Putting History in a Line
SECTION IV (UNIT/CHAPTER HANDOUTS)
1. CHAPTER 1 HANDOUT: Model 1.1-Communications History
2. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Jimmy's World'
3. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'The Big Lie'
4. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Times Reporter...'
5. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: Ex-USA Today Reporter...'
6. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Tabloid Bites Man'
SECTION V (WRITING ASSIGNMENTS/ACTIVITIES)
Writing Essentials
1. HANDOUT: Plagiarism Supplemental
2. HANDOUT: Turn-it-in Information Guide Sheet
3. HANDOUT: The 9 Point AP Scale
4. HANDOUT: Writing Assignment Commentary Guide
5. HANDOUT: Copy editing Symbols Guide #1
6. HANDOUT: Copy editing Symbols Guide #2
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Major Writing Assignments
1. WRITING ASSIGNMENT: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
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Chapter Writing Assignments
1. WRITING ASSIGNMENT (Chapter 1): Activity 1.1 Follow-up
2. WRITING ASSIGNMENT (Chapter 1): On Assignment #8 (p. 24)
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Topic Entry Writing Assignments (In-Class)*
*NOTE: Keep the prompt/guide sheet in the order in which they were given.
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Extended Topic Entry Assignments (Take home)
SECTION VI (NEWS ARTICLE SUPPLEMENTS)
1. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 18, 1851)
2. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 6, 1901)
3. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 12, 2001)
4. HANDOUT: '9/11 Victim's Name Misspelled on Memorial' (Sept. 13, 2011)
5. HANDOUT: New York Post (Sept. 18, 2011)
SECTION VII (CURRENT EVENTS QUIZZES)
1. CEQ #1 (8/29/11)
2. CEQ #2 (9/7/11)
3. CEQ #3 (9/13/11)
4. CEQ #4 (9/19/11)
SECTION VIII (SUPPLEMENTS)*
*NOTE: USE THIS SECTION TO STORE NOTEBOOK PAPER
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NOTEBOOK EVALUATION
Your notebook will be evaluated based on two specific areas:
1. [N] Neatness (25 points)
2. [O] Organization (25 points)
There will be a notebook check. If you are missing any of the items on the list, please see me, or ask a classmate to allow you to make a copy. (If it is on this list, you most definitely need it.)
*NOTE: Per the Course Orientation Notes, no quizzes or tests should be kept in your 3-ring binder. All quizzes and tests should be kept in the academic folder which is kept in the classroom.
IMPORTANT NOTE: SOME ITEMS ON THE LIST HAVE YET TO BE DISTRIBUTED...ADD THE ITEMS TO YOUR NOTEBOOK WHEN YOU RECEIVE THEM.
SECTION I (ADMINISTRATIVE FILES)
1. HANDOUT: Course Syllabus
2. HANDOUT: Course Standards
3. HANDOUT: Course Orientation Notes
4. HANDOUT: Restroom Passes
5. HANDOUT: Grade Log (Quarters 1)
6. HANDOUT: Lesson Plans (keep in order)
SECTION II (UNIT/CHAPTER NOTES & OUTLINES)
1. NOTES: Current Events/Press Conference Mini-Lesson
2. NOTES: Topic Entry Writing Mini-Lesson
3. NOTES: Chapter 1 Formative Assessment Study Guide
3. NOTES: Chapter 1 Outline (Topics and Terms)
4. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes (from Daily Lessons)
5. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes ('9/11' Documentary Notes)
6. NOTES: Chapter 1 Notes ('JFK: Breaking the News' Documentary Notes)
7. NOTES: Chapter 2 Notes ('Media Ethics' Documentary Notes)
SECTION III (UNIT/CHAPTER ACTIVITIES)
1. CHAPTER 1 ASSIGNMENT: Activity 1.1-Putting History in a Line
SECTION IV (UNIT/CHAPTER HANDOUTS)
1. CHAPTER 1 HANDOUT: Model 1.1-Communications History
2. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Jimmy's World'
3. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'The Big Lie'
4. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Times Reporter...'
5. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: Ex-USA Today Reporter...'
6. CHAPTER 2 HANDOUT: 'Tabloid Bites Man'
SECTION V (WRITING ASSIGNMENTS/ACTIVITIES)
Writing Essentials
1. HANDOUT: Plagiarism Supplemental
2. HANDOUT: Turn-it-in Information Guide Sheet
3. HANDOUT: The 9 Point AP Scale
4. HANDOUT: Writing Assignment Commentary Guide
5. HANDOUT: Copy editing Symbols Guide #1
6. HANDOUT: Copy editing Symbols Guide #2
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Major Writing Assignments
1. WRITING ASSIGNMENT: Diagnostic Essay (The News Debate)
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Chapter Writing Assignments
1. WRITING ASSIGNMENT (Chapter 1): Activity 1.1 Follow-up
2. WRITING ASSIGNMENT (Chapter 1): On Assignment #8 (p. 24)
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Topic Entry Writing Assignments (In-Class)*
*NOTE: Keep the prompt/guide sheet in the order in which they were given.
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Extended Topic Entry Assignments (Take home)
SECTION VI (NEWS ARTICLE SUPPLEMENTS)
1. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 18, 1851)
2. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 6, 1901)
3. HANDOUT: New York Times (Sept. 12, 2001)
4. HANDOUT: '9/11 Victim's Name Misspelled on Memorial' (Sept. 13, 2011)
5. HANDOUT: New York Post (Sept. 18, 2011)
SECTION VII (CURRENT EVENTS QUIZZES)
1. CEQ #1 (8/29/11)
2. CEQ #2 (9/7/11)
3. CEQ #3 (9/13/11)
4. CEQ #4 (9/19/11)
SECTION VIII (SUPPLEMENTS)*
*NOTE: USE THIS SECTION TO STORE NOTEBOOK PAPER
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NOTEBOOK EVALUATION
Your notebook will be evaluated based on two specific areas:
1. [N] Neatness (25 points)
2. [O] Organization (25 points)
HOMEWORK (10/4/11)
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: 10/3 to 10/5 (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#6 is TOMORROW (10/5/11).
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 #7-9; follow the guide sheet. DUE 10/6/11
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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.
*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: 10/3 to 10/5 (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#6 is TOMORROW (10/5/11).
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 #7-9; follow the guide sheet. DUE 10/6/11
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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.
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