--Take a look at the northern whiteboard so that we can review what it means to "think like a trial lawyer!"
S. the C. (5-8 mins.)
--Reminder: It is important for you to stay caught up with regard to all of your coursework. It is in your best interest to check the blog and Schooltool often. Additionally, if you have an "INC" for a Marking Period, following up with me ASAP would be wise!--Reminder: Beginning with the end in mind--our ultimate purpose when dealing with The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet (especially when closely re-reading sections of the play, as we will do during today's class block):
ROUGH End-of-Unit Assessment Writing Prompt:
Write a multi-paragraph essay in which you argue the extent to which both Romeo and Juliet are impulsive by analyzing their behaviors during similar circumstances. Then, answer the "so what" question: So what?! Who cares?! Why does this matter?!
--agenda/HW
Activity (cont.) -- Debate Circle
Step #1 (cont.): Debate Preparation--Phase One (25-30 mins.)
- task modeled with a "folder" about Act 1 (SEE POWERPOINT)
- groups formed (SEE SOUTHERN WHITEBOARD)
- folders distributed
- group work time "anchored in" to our "Compact for Group Work"
- share rubric used during closure for further "anchoring in" (SEE SAME POWERPOINT)
Step #2: Debate Preparation--Phase Two (8-10 mins.)
- larger groups formed (Juliet group and Romeo group)
- share work completed, finish forming your argument/counterargument, and assign spokespeople (three total--consider who worked with which folder[s] initially)
--Form an inner circle consisting of 8 desks surrounded by a larger outer circle--I'LL DRAW A PICTURE ON THE BOARD IF I NEED TO!
Step #3: The Debate (20-25 mins.)
Step #3: The Debate (20-25 mins.)
- purpose of desks explained: 6 desks in the inner circle are for spokespeople to share their views while the 7th desk and the 8th desk in the inner circle are designated for anyone who wants to come in briefly and add information to the debate (advisement for spokespeople, clearer explanations, direct quotations, etc.) after which he or she must go back to his or her desk in the outer circle
- spokespeople move to inner circle desks to prepare for debating about the following question:
- Who is more impulsive throughout Act 4 and Act 5 of The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Romeo or Juliet?
- begin debating with a spokesperson from Romeo's "camp" (timer at 45 seconds)--I'll moderate, moving from "camp" to "camp" and including the "7th and 8th deskers" whenever appropriate
- during the debate, outer circle members are to be silent until all the spokespeople in the inner circle have been heard (unless, of course, an outer circle member chooses to take the 7th or 8th desk)--taking notes during the debate is highly encouraged! :)
- after the spokespeople in the inner circle have debated the topic, outer circle members can direct questions to individual spokespeople (time permitting)
--Re-column the desks and pick up a copy of (each of) the following document(s):
- "Collaboration Reflection/End-of-Unit Essay Ticket-Out-the-Door"
- Block 2 BDF and Block 3 BDF: "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet End-0f-Unit Essay"
Looking Ahead/Closure (remainder of class)
--Block 2 BDF and Block 3 BDF: oral reading of assignment sheet/Q & A
--After carefully reading the directions on the front page of the Ticket-Out-the-Door, complete the task at hand and place your best work in your binder prior to leaving class. (We will return to this document next class.)
--Block 2 BDF and Block 3 BDF: oral reading of assignment sheet/Q & A
--After carefully reading the directions on the front page of the Ticket-Out-the-Door, complete the task at hand and place your best work in your binder prior to leaving class. (We will return to this document next class.)
HW (Class Preparation)
--Consider reviewing our recent work with Act 4 and Act 5 with the "targets" in mind.
--Continue thinking about and preparing for the End-0f-Unit Essay (especially now that you have the official assignment sheet in your possession).
--Continue thinking about and preparing for the End-0f-Unit Essay (especially now that you have the official assignment sheet in your possession).
--Read at least 10 pages of your free reading book between now and next class (especially with the knowledge that we will be delving into Divergent very soon). ALWAYS BRING YOUR FREE READING BOOK TO CLASS! This final marking period, I will randomly check for books and include your level of preparation in my reporting via Schooltool.
