14 January 2019

14 January 2019

English II

Do Now:

  1. Log in to Read Theory
    • Students navigate to ReadTheory.org in their internet browser on any device (computer, tablet, mobile).
    • Students sign up.
    • Students log in.
    • Students go to the the "My Teachers" page.
    • Students enter teacher email address ( sapayseur@gaston.k12.nc.us ) in the space provided.
    • Students click the "Send Invitation" button.
    • After sending invitation, work on Read Theory for 15 minute time limit
  • If you are absent, you must make up this time with me.  Email me to arrange.

    Agenda:

    1. Pick up paragraph handout (W3)
    2. Paragraph Writing and ICE Notes (L6) -these will not be finished today.  We will finish these notes tomorrow. 
    3. In small groups, discuss your assigned chunk of "Harrison Bergeron"
    4. Assign a leader.  Each leader will share with the class what your group discussed: Summary (Left side), Analysis (Right Side), Circle (words), Underline (important elements/quotes), Highlight (figurative language).
    5. Also, decide the theme of this story. What do the characters teach us about human nature?  You will share this as you leave class today.
    6. I will annotate my copy with you (L5). (Link here)

    Closing:

    • What insight into human nature does "Harrison Bergeron" teach us? 
      • The leader will write your group's theme on the large sticky note on the board.
    Homework:
    • Write 1 paragraph answering: What do the character(s) in "Harrison Bergeron" teach about human nature?  Provide 2 examples to prove your statement. (W4) due tomorrow
    • Prep Factory pre-tests due Tuesday
    • Actively Learn due Thursday

    Reminders

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