Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Senior English--9/5/2012

In the Door
--sit at desk with HW pass
--attendance
--purpose of HW pass

Jump Off
--concept of the Jump Off explained
--respond to question on index card

Anticipatory Set
--welcome
--agenda/HW
--information about blog

Activity #1 -- Teacher Introduction
--Mr. Martin introduces himself via "Who is Mr. Martin?" PowerPoint

Activity #2 -- Why Are You Here?/Course Introduction
--go through question and answer sequence/draw conclusions
--Transition -- pick up curriculum guide
--course introduction--guide/connections

Transition -- HW materials up

HW Time
--model WANTED poster
--set parameters for work time
--work on WANTED posters/reading the policies sheet

Closure -- Circle It Up!
--brainstorm something about family to share
--share in circle via name cards
--Filler:  If there is still time remaining, brainstorm interests and share.

HW
--Read the policy sheet and bring the necessary materials to next class.  Have your parent(s)/guardian(s) review the letter and the policy sheet, and bring signature slip to next class for a 100% homework grade.
--Be ready for a QUIZ next class based on the reading of the policies sheet.
--Finish your WANTED poster.  You must have a picture of yourself attached to it in order to receive credit!