From The New York Times:
ARTHUR OCHS SULZBERGER, 1926 - 2012: Publisher Who Transformed The Times for New Era
Arthur Ochs Sulzberger guided The Times and its parent company through a period of expansion and change on a scale not seen since the newspaper's founding.
http://nyti.ms/Rqm9Du
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Saturday, September 29, 2012
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: Ex-NY Times publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger dies
A story from AP Mobile:
Ex-NY Times publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger dies
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: Man fatally shoots self on TV after Ariz. chase
A story from AP Mobile:
Man fatally shoots self on TV after Ariz. chase
Friday, September 28, 2012
HOMEWORK (9/28/12)
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!
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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 10/2/12
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
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 #6
10/2/12
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
*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.Obtain ONE 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: TBA
4. DATE RANGES: Article (9/29/12 to 10/1/12)Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #7): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: TBA
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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 10/2/12
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘JFK:
Breaking the News’):
Students will view the PBS
documentary ‘JFK: Breaking the News’ and analyze the ways in which both
print and broadcast (radio and television) covered the 1963 assassination of
President John F. Kennedy. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
Which form of media was most effective in its
coverage?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘9/11’):
Students will view the
documentary ‘9/11’ and analyze the ways in which the filmmakers covered the
9/11 terrorist attacks. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
Were the filmmakers effective in their coverage and
documentation of the event?
VI. Work on your Group Project (Chapter 1 Concepts); research your selected topic for discussion. Both you and your partner should feel comfortable discussing the topic for at least 20 minutes.
You should be completing the following tasks:
1. Researching your topic
2. Writing and revising your outline (according to the format)
3. Creating your Power Point, Prezi, or Keynote (according to the format)
----------------------------------------------You should be completing the following tasks:
1. Researching your topic
2. Writing and revising your outline (according to the format)
3. Creating your Power Point, Prezi, or Keynote (according to the format)
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 #6
10/2/12
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
ACTIVE VIEWING
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: Refs cheered at first NFL game following lockout
A story from AP Mobile:
Refs cheered at first NFL game following lockout
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: Calif. man behind anti-Muslim film ordered jailed
A story from AP Mobile:
Calif. man behind anti-Muslim film ordered jailed
LOS ANGELES (AP) - The surrounding mystery of the man behind the crudely produced anti-Islamic video that sparked violence in the Middle East took a strange turn after he appeared in court and gave yet another name in a string of aliases. Arrested on Thursday after authorities said he violated his probation from a 2010 check fraud conviction, Nakoula Basseley Nakoula told a judge his real name was...
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: 'Moon River' crooner Andy Williams dies at age 84
A story from AP Mobile:
'Moon River' crooner Andy Williams dies at age 84
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: 'Sons of Anarchy' actor suspected of killing woman
A story from AP Mobile:
'Sons of Anarchy' actor suspected of killing woman
BULLETIN: AP Mobile: Police say gunman kills 4, himself at Minn. office
A story from AP Mobile:
Police say gunman kills 4, himself at Minn. office
Monday, September 24, 2012
BULLETIN (Story): Advocate offers free newspapers in New Orleans
Students,
Please read this story and leave a comment:
Advocate offers free newspapers in New Orleans: Advocate offers free newspapers in New Orleans
Please read this story and leave a comment:
Advocate offers free newspapers in New Orleans: Advocate offers free newspapers in New Orleans
HOMEWORK (9/24/12)
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!
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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 9/27/12
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
1. Robert S. Abbott and the Chicago
Defender (Biography, History and Influence)
2. ‘War of the Worlds’ radio broadcast
(History and Influence)3. Radio serial programs (soap operas,
dramas, comedies, action shows) (History and Influence)4. The Creation and Evolution of CBS’s 60
Minutes (History and Influence)6. The Creation and Evolution of CNN
(History and Influence)10. The Creation and Controversy of The
Fairness Doctrine (History and Influence)11. Satellite television (from 1960 to
present)12. USA Today (History and Influence)
*NOTE: You must make your selection before end of day 9/24/12. You are permitted to email me your selection (include your partner in the CC field of the email).
Begin working on your research, then start working on your outline.
----------------------------------------------
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
9/27/12
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
*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.Obtain ONE 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: TBA
4. DATE RANGES: Article (9/23/12 to 9/25/12)Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #6): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: TBA
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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 9/27/12
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘JFK:
Breaking the News’):
Students will view the PBS
documentary ‘JFK: Breaking the News’ and analyze the ways in which both
print and broadcast (radio and television) covered the 1963 assassination of
President John F. Kennedy. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
Which form of media was most effective in its
coverage?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘9/11’):
Students will view the
documentary ‘9/11’ and analyze the ways in which the filmmakers covered the
9/11 terrorist attacks. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
Were the filmmakers effective in their coverage and
documentation of the event?
VI. Read the format guide sheet for the Group Project (Chapter 1 Concepts); select a topic for discussion. Both you and your partner should feel comfortable discussing the topic for at least 20 minutes. Here are the topics (the ones that have been selected are crossed out):
5. Edward R. Murrow and See it Now (History and Influence)
7. The Creation and Evolution of PBS
(History and Influence)
8. The Fireside Chats (History and
Influence)
9. The Washington Post and Watergate
(History and Influence)
13. Wall Street Journal (History and
Influence)
14. The Evolution of the Fox News Network
(History and Influence)
*NOTE: You must make your selection before end of day 9/24/12. You are permitted to email me your selection (include your partner in the CC field of the email).
Begin working on your research, then start working on your outline.
----------------------------------------------
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
9/27/12
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
ACTIVE VIEWING
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Friday, September 21, 2012
VIDEO: PBS Frontline Series "News War" (Part I)
Would you like to view this documentary in class?
Leave a comment with your response...
-Mr. K
VIDEO: "Page One: A Year Inside the New York Times" Official Trailer [HD]
Would you like to view this documentary in class?
Leave a comment with your answer...
-Mr. K
HOMEWORK (9/21/12)
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!
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to begin viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
3. Radio serial programs (soap operas,
dramas, comedies, action shows) (History and Influence)4. The Creation and Evolution of CBS’s 60
Minutes (History and Influence)6. The Creation and Evolution of CNN
(History and Influence)10. The Creation and Controversy of The
Fairness Doctrine (History and Influence)12. USA Today (History and Influence)
*NOTE: You must make your selection before end of day 9/24/12. You are permitted to email me your selection (include your partner in the CC field of the email).
----------------------------------------------
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
NEXT WEEK
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
*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.Obtain ONE 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: TBA
4. DATE RANGES: Article (9/22/12 to 9/24/12)Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #6): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: TBA
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to begin viewing the '9/11' documentary on Monday. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
Begin working on the discussion questions for the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary. Here are the questions:
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘JFK:
Breaking the News’):
Students will view the PBS
documentary ‘JFK: Breaking the News’ and analyze the ways in which both
print and broadcast (radio and television) covered the 1963 assassination of
President John F. Kennedy. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
Which form of media was most effective in its
coverage?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
FILM ANALYSIS QUESTIONS (‘9/11’):
Students will view the
documentary ‘9/11’ and analyze the ways in which the filmmakers covered the
9/11 terrorist attacks. Students will address the following through
analysis, evidence, and commentary:
a.
What were your general thoughts and impressions of
the event (and documentary)?
b.
What is the historical significance of the media’s
role as it covered this event?
c.
Were the filmmakers effective in their coverage and
documentation of the event?
VI. Read the format guide sheet for the Group Project (Chapter 1 Concepts); select a topic for discussion. Both you and your partner should feel comfortable discussing the topic for at least 20 minutes. Here are the topics (the ones that have been selected are crossed out):
1. Robert S. Abbott and the Chicago
Defender (Biography, History and Influence)
2. ‘War of the Worlds’ radio broadcast
(History and Influence)
5. Edward R. Murrow and See it Now (History and Influence)
7. The Creation and Evolution of PBS
(History and Influence)
8. The Fireside Chats (History and
Influence)
9. The Washington Post and Watergate
(History and Influence)
11. Satellite television (from 1960 to
present)
13. Wall Street Journal (History and
Influence)
14. The Evolution of the Fox News Network
(History and Influence)
*NOTE: You must make your selection before end of day 9/24/12. You are permitted to email me your selection (include your partner in the CC field of the email).
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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 #5
NEXT WEEK
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
Details:
Due date for topic selection
9/24/12
Due dates for Outline rough draft
9/26/12
9/27/12
9/28/12
*NOTE: Each day I will check for progress.
Due date for Power Point and Outline final draft
10/1/12
*NOTE: ALL groups will submit their work on this day.
Presentation Dates
10/2/12
10/3/12
10/4/12
10/5/12
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
ACTIVE VIEWING
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts 9/24/12
Thursday, September 20, 2012
HOMEWORK (9/20/12)
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!
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary tomorrow. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
VI. Read the format guide sheet for the Group Project (Chapter 1 Concepts); prepare questions for discussion.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 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
NEXT WEEK
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts TBD (after the 'JFK' documentary' viewing)
*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.Obtain ONE 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: TBA
4. DATE RANGES: Article (9/19/12 to 9/21/12)Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #5): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: TBA
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to continue viewing the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary tomorrow. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
VI. Read the format guide sheet for the Group Project (Chapter 1 Concepts); prepare questions for discussion.
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DAILY ASSIGNMENTS*
*NOTE: These are assignments that you should be doing whether we have homework or not. There is a level of expectation that requires you as the student to claim some responsibility for your academic career.
I. Review Chapter 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
NEXT WEEK
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
ACTIVE VIEWING
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts TBD (after the 'JFK' documentary' viewing)
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
HOMEWORK (9/18/12)
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!
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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 is9/19/12! NEW DATE: 9/20/12
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to view the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary tomorrow. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
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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
9/19/12 NEW DATE 9/20/12
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts TBD (after the 'JFK' documentary' viewing)
*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.Obtain ONE 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: TBA
4. DATE RANGES: Article (9/17/12 to 9/19/12)Assignment Specs:
1. ARTICLE TYPE: GENERAL INTEREST
2. ARTICLE BEAT ASSIGNMENTS (for Week #5): as discussed in class
3. ARTICLE NEWS ELEMENT: TBA
5. SOURCE: Student choice (Source and Date of Publishing MUST be included on page)
6. DUE NEXT CLASS MEETING
III. Familiarize yourself with this week's 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
IV. Prepare for the continuation of the Chapter 1 Unit Lesson discussion. BRING YOUR TEXT BOOK (or lose up to 30 points). Review the discussed material and prepare for informal and formal assessments.
V. Prepare to view the 'JFK: Breaking the News' documentary tomorrow. You will be asked to take notes and respond to a collection of discussion questions in preparation for a whole class discussion seminar.
----------------------------------------------
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
Summative Assessment: Chapter 1
TBA
LITERARY ANALYSIS/READING
Active Reading Assignment: Chapter 2
DUE TBA
DISCUSSIONS/LECTURES
Active Discussion: Current Event Press Conference
Weekly...please listen for the dates during the Opening Meetings
Unit Discussion: Chapter 1 Terms and Concepts
begins 8/28/12
ACTIVITIES
Review Session: Chapter 1
TBA
PROJECTS
Group Discussion Project: Chapter 1 Concepts
TBA
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
Writing Assignment: Chapter 2 Outline
DUE TBA (ICC/TIINC)
ACTIVE VIEWING
FILM ANALYSIS: 'JFK: Breaking the News'
starts 9/19/12
FILM ANALYSIS: '9/11'
starts TBD (after the 'JFK' documentary' viewing)
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