English 12
Learning Guides 1 and 2
Mock Exam and Assessment/Planning
Learning Guide 3
Essay Writing-own topic
Learning Guide 4
Essay Writing-timed, in class, given topic
Learning Guide 5
Assessment and planning to improve essay writing
Learning Guide 6
Reading comprehension-fiction and nonfiction short answers
Learning Guide 7
Poetry-own writings
Learning Guide 8
Poetry-poetic devices
Learning Guide 9
Graphic novels-story development
Learning Guide 10
Graphic novels-visual representation of story
Learning Guides 11, 12, 13 and 14
Novel study-response journals, essay and activities
Learning Guide 15
Creative Writing
Learning Guides 16,17 18
Cross Curricular Projects-written, visual and oral presentation
Learning Guides 19 and 20
Mock Exam and Assessment/Planning
English 12
Learning Guides 1 and 2
Mock Exam and Assessment sheet
Assessment Sheet
Marks
Part A-Informational Text
Multiple Choice /7
Part B-Poetry
Multiple Choice /7
Written Response /12
Part C-Prose
Multiple Choice /8
Written Response /24
Part D-Composition /24
Total /82 %
Analysis-Multiple Choice
Cognitive Process Questions
Review information 3 4 15 19
Recognize Meaning 2 5 7 9 10 13 17 22
Interpret Text 1 6 8 11 12 14 16 18 20 21
Written Response 1-Interpret Text
Plan
Part A
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part B
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part C
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part D
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
English 12
Learning Guides 3, 4, and 5
The Writing Process, Essay Writing, Self- assessment
Seminar:
Review of the writing process and essay writing.
This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the pre writing, draft, revision, final copy approach.
Assignments:
Learning guide 3
Choose a topic of your own choice and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
Learning guide 4
This essay will be written in class. Must be completed in an hour.
Choose one of the following topics and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
-Legalization of Pot
-Rising the Driving Age to 18
-Stereotypes
-Cell Phones in School
-School Dress Code
-Zoos
Learning guide 5
Complete the assessment sheet comparing the essays done for Learning guides 3 and 4. Complete the given chart listing areas of concern and strategies for improvement.
English 12
Learning Guide 6
Reading comprehension
Seminar:
Review strategies for gleaning information from nonfiction writings. Discuss differences between short answers and essays.
Assignment:
Read the two pieces of prose below. Answer the matching question with a paragraph of a minimum of 150 words. Use direct references from the selection to support your answer.
Mount Robson Mystery
Who do you think was the first person to reach the summit of Mount Robson-Kinney or Kain?
Confessions of a Hockey Dad
What was the turning point in the father’s attitude toward his son’s hockey experiences. Include references about his attitude before and after his enlightenment.
English 12
Learning Guide 7 and 8
Poetry Writing and Analysis
Seminar:
Review how structures and features of poetry shape readers construction of meaning and appreciation of the author’s craft. This will include form, genre, literary elements, literary devices, use of language and visual/artistic devices.
Learning guide 7
Assignment:
Choose ONE of the following options:
1) perform a personal poem that is a maximum of 3 minutes long. Submit a hardcopy of your poem and a multi paragraph discussion of how you think your performance went.
2) Create a study tool or game for the class to use in learning figurative language and literary terms. This option does not require you to write poetry, but you should include excerpts to enhance your project.
3)Write a lyrical poem and submit a multi paragraph explanation of your creative process.
4) Write an original poem and compare/ contrast it with a well known poem. To do this you may write an essay or do a presentation.
5) Create an anthology of at least 4 of your own poetry with appropriate visual support.
6) create your own assignment. Get permission from your teacher before proceeding.
Learning Guide 8
Assignments:
1) In class assignment demonstrating knowledge of poetic devices
2) Test
English 12
Learning Guide 9 &10
Graphic Novels
Seminar:
Review the elements of a short story using the Freytag Pyramid model. These elements include introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion.
Seminar on graphic novels and how they can be used to improve reading and writing.
Introduce the “Comic Life” program for creating graphic novel formats.
Learning Guide 9
Write a short story, myth or legend. Using the Freytag model create an outline first. Outline, rough copy(s) and final draft must all be handed in.
Learning Guide 10
Create a storyboard/comic strip of at least 12 frames. The visuals chosen must cover the different elements of your outline.
Introduction-2 frames
Inciting Incident-1 frame
Rising Action-3 frames
Climax-2 frames
Falling Action-3 frames
Conclusion- 1 frame
This is a suggested breakdown.
The visuals may be hand drawn, computer generated, cut out of magazines......
English 12
Learning Guide 11, 12, 13, and 14
Novel Study
Class novel “Three Day Road. If you choose your own novel, discuss your selection with your teacher before beginning. Follow instructions for “own novel” below.
Learning Guide 11
Seminar:
Review response journal entries. Reactions should reflect writing style and devices as well as plot.
Assignment:
Keep an ongoing response journal. There are to be at least 4-5 personal comments for each chapter or 40 pages. These comments will reflect the students reaction to the story, it is NOT to be a summary of the plot.
Learning Guide 12
Three Day Road: develop an essay following the instructions in part A
Own Novel: choose one activity from the first column
Learning Guide 13
Three Day Road: choose one activity from part B
Own Novel: choose one activity from the second column
Learning Guide 14
Three Day Road: choose a second activity from part B
Own Novel: choose one activity from the first or second column
Learning guides may be submitted individually or as a package.
English 12
Learning Guide 15
Creative Writing
Seminar:
This is considered a free write where the student can create their own Learning guide demonstrating literary creativity. The class will brainstorm to generate a suggested list of possibilities.
Assignment:
All works submitted must be at least at a senior level of expectations for technical and creative aspects. Knowledge and use of literary devices, insights, rhetoric....should be evident.
Use this sheet to copy the list developed in class.
English 12
Cross Curricular Project
Learning Guides 16,17,18
Concepts: Integrated learning
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits. Suggestions will be brain stormed. Planning and teacher permission sheets will be presented and explained
Assignment:
These 3 guides will be for a cross curricular projects of 3 learning guides. You must include at least 1 other course (besides English) in these projects. One guide in each project will be for written information, one for visual representation and one for an oral presentation aspect.
You will present your plan and get permission from the teachers in all courses involved before proceeding.
English 12
Cross Curricular Project
Learning Guides 16, 17, 18
Teacher Signature
Courses: 1) English _______________________
Guides : _______________________
2) _______________________
Guides: _______________________
3) _______________________
Guides: _______________________
Topic:
Written:
Visual:
Oral:
Resources:
English 12
Cross Curricular Project
Interview/Presentation Checklist
Student:
Date:
Course:
Teacher:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
/25
English 12
Learning Guides 19 and 20
Mock Exam and Assessment Sheet
Assessment Sheet
Marks
Part A-Reading Comprehension-Stand Alone Text
Multiple Choice /7
Written Response /12
Part B-Reading Comprehension
Multiple Choice /13
Part C-Reading Comprehension-Analysis of Synthesis
Multiple Choice /2
Written Response /24
Part D-Composition /24
Total /82 %
Analysis-Multiple Choice
Cognitive Process Questions
Review information 1 9 13 16
Recognize Meaning 2 4 7 8 11
Interpret Text 3 5 6 10 12 14 15 17 18 19 20
Written Response 1-Interpret Text
Written Response 2-Analyze Text
Plan
Part A
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part B
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part C
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Part D
Weaknesses:
How to improve:
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Grade 12 Communications Guides 2011-2012
Communications 12
Learning Guides 1 and 19 -Mock Provincial exam
Lg 1-What we know
Lg 19-What we have learned
(LGs 2&20) Prep and Review Checklist for each of the mocks
Preparing for and reviewing the test
Test Date:
Test Time:
Test Place:
Test Guide:
Special Arrangements:
Reviewed the formats for:
Letters-information headings
-greetings and salutations
-3 paragraphs-reason
-information
-conclusion/follow up
Essays-Outline How:
-Introduction
-3 middle information paragraphs
-conclusion
Posters-Circle important information: who,what,where,when and why
-eye catcher:
Communications 12
Learning Guides 3 and 4
The Writing Process and Essay Writing
Seminar: Review of the writing process and essay writing.
This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the pre-writing, draft, revision, final copy approach.
Assignments:
Learning guide 3
Choose one of the following topics and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
-Legalization of Pot
-Rising the Driving Age to 18
-Stereotypes
-Cell Phones in School
-School Dress Code
Learning guide 4
Choose a topic of your own choice and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
Communications 12
Learning Guide 5 Poetry Analysis
Read the poem “Snake” by DH Lawrence.
Answer the following questions:
1) This is a narrative poem.In a few sentences, give the
basic plot of the story.
2) Who has more right to the water trough- the snake or
the man? Why?
3) The man says, “The voice of my education said to
me/He must be killed....if you were a man/ You would
take a stick and break him now....”
What does he mean by this?
What kind of education is he referring to?
4) The man throws a log at the snake , and then says,
“And immediately I regretted it”
Why does he regret his actions?
5) Write a narrative paragraph about an interaction you
have had with an animal in nature. It can be factual or
fictional.
Communications 12
Learning Guide 6 Poetry Writing
Choose 2 different types of poetry.
Some examples are:
narrative
lyrical
limerick
The topic of your poems is related to you in some way.
Some examples are:
autobiographical information
specific interest
pets
hobby/sports
friends or family
dreams and goals
A minimum of three different poetic devices are to be included within each of these poems.
At least one of the poems must demonstrate a specific rhyming pattern.
A total of 20 lines are required for both poems. (eg. if one poem is 4 lines then the next one has to be at least 16 lines
Communications 12
Learning Guide 7 & 8 Novel Study
Choose a novel. Discuss your selection with your teacher.
Learning Guide 7
Assignment:
Keep an ongoing response journal. There are to be at least 4-5 personal comments for each chapter. These comments will reflect the students reaction to the story, it is NOT to be a summary of the plot.
Learning Guide 8
Assignment: use direct references from the book to support responses:
1) Discuss the theme(s) of the book?
2) Describe, in detail, 2 of the main characters.
Include both physical and personality traits.
3)What were the most and least enjoyable parts of
this reading? Why?
Communications 12
Learning Guide 9 &10 Letter Writing
Assignments:
Learning Guide 9
Students must:
-write a cover letter for a job that they would actually apply for. An ad or internet listing is to be included.
-a resume is also to be included.
-Review the list of interview questions and answers.
-Do an interview with your teacher.
Learning Guide 10
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format as shown in the planner. The letters would be the students choice.(Opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation).
Communications 12
Learning Guides 11 and 12
Short Stories
Seminar:
The teacher will discuss the elements of a short story using the Freytag Pyramid model. These elements include introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion.
Assignment:
Learning guide 11
After listening to 2 short stories read by the teacher (The Necklace and The Monkey’s Paw) the student will create a plot line for one of these short stories. The story parts will be labeled (introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion)
Learning guide 12
For the story not chosen for Learning Guide 11, answer the following questions:
1) Choose one character and list their physical and personality traits.
2) Describe the setting.
3) Write a different ending, beginning or middle for the story. (Minimum of
4 paragraphs)
Communications 12
Cross Curricular Projects
LGs 13,14,15 and 16,17,18
Concepts: Integrated learning
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits. Suggestions will be brain stormed. Planning and teacher permission sheets will be presented and explained
Assignment:
These 6 guides will be for 2 cross curricular projects of 3 learning guides each. You must include at least one other course (besides English) in these projects. One guide in each project will be for written information, one for visual representation and one for an oral presentation aspect.
You will present your plan and get permission from the teachers in all courses involved before proceeding.
Communications 11/12
Cross Curricular Project
Interview/Presentation Checklist
Student:
Date:
Course:
Teacher:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
/25
Learning Guides 1 and 19 -Mock Provincial exam
Lg 1-What we know
Lg 19-What we have learned
(LGs 2&20) Prep and Review Checklist for each of the mocks
Preparing for and reviewing the test
Test Date:
Test Time:
Test Place:
Test Guide:
Special Arrangements:
Reviewed the formats for:
Letters-information headings
-greetings and salutations
-3 paragraphs-reason
-information
-conclusion/follow up
Essays-Outline How:
-Introduction
-3 middle information paragraphs
-conclusion
Posters-Circle important information: who,what,where,when and why
-eye catcher:
Communications 12
Learning Guides 3 and 4
The Writing Process and Essay Writing
Seminar: Review of the writing process and essay writing.
This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the pre-writing, draft, revision, final copy approach.
Assignments:
Learning guide 3
Choose one of the following topics and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
-Legalization of Pot
-Rising the Driving Age to 18
-Stereotypes
-Cell Phones in School
-School Dress Code
Learning guide 4
Choose a topic of your own choice and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
Communications 12
Learning Guide 5 Poetry Analysis
Read the poem “Snake” by DH Lawrence.
Answer the following questions:
1) This is a narrative poem.In a few sentences, give the
basic plot of the story.
2) Who has more right to the water trough- the snake or
the man? Why?
3) The man says, “The voice of my education said to
me/He must be killed....if you were a man/ You would
take a stick and break him now....”
What does he mean by this?
What kind of education is he referring to?
4) The man throws a log at the snake , and then says,
“And immediately I regretted it”
Why does he regret his actions?
5) Write a narrative paragraph about an interaction you
have had with an animal in nature. It can be factual or
fictional.
Communications 12
Learning Guide 6 Poetry Writing
Choose 2 different types of poetry.
Some examples are:
narrative
lyrical
limerick
The topic of your poems is related to you in some way.
Some examples are:
autobiographical information
specific interest
pets
hobby/sports
friends or family
dreams and goals
A minimum of three different poetic devices are to be included within each of these poems.
At least one of the poems must demonstrate a specific rhyming pattern.
A total of 20 lines are required for both poems. (eg. if one poem is 4 lines then the next one has to be at least 16 lines
Communications 12
Learning Guide 7 & 8 Novel Study
Choose a novel. Discuss your selection with your teacher.
Learning Guide 7
Assignment:
Keep an ongoing response journal. There are to be at least 4-5 personal comments for each chapter. These comments will reflect the students reaction to the story, it is NOT to be a summary of the plot.
Learning Guide 8
Assignment: use direct references from the book to support responses:
1) Discuss the theme(s) of the book?
2) Describe, in detail, 2 of the main characters.
Include both physical and personality traits.
3)What were the most and least enjoyable parts of
this reading? Why?
Communications 12
Learning Guide 9 &10 Letter Writing
Assignments:
Learning Guide 9
Students must:
-write a cover letter for a job that they would actually apply for. An ad or internet listing is to be included.
-a resume is also to be included.
-Review the list of interview questions and answers.
-Do an interview with your teacher.
Learning Guide 10
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format as shown in the planner. The letters would be the students choice.(Opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation).
Communications 12
Learning Guides 11 and 12
Short Stories
Seminar:
The teacher will discuss the elements of a short story using the Freytag Pyramid model. These elements include introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion.
Assignment:
Learning guide 11
After listening to 2 short stories read by the teacher (The Necklace and The Monkey’s Paw) the student will create a plot line for one of these short stories. The story parts will be labeled (introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion)
Learning guide 12
For the story not chosen for Learning Guide 11, answer the following questions:
1) Choose one character and list their physical and personality traits.
2) Describe the setting.
3) Write a different ending, beginning or middle for the story. (Minimum of
4 paragraphs)
Communications 12
Cross Curricular Projects
LGs 13,14,15 and 16,17,18
Concepts: Integrated learning
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits. Suggestions will be brain stormed. Planning and teacher permission sheets will be presented and explained
Assignment:
These 6 guides will be for 2 cross curricular projects of 3 learning guides each. You must include at least one other course (besides English) in these projects. One guide in each project will be for written information, one for visual representation and one for an oral presentation aspect.
You will present your plan and get permission from the teachers in all courses involved before proceeding.
Communications 11/12
Cross Curricular Project
Interview/Presentation Checklist
Student:
Date:
Course:
Teacher:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
/25
Grade 11 Communications Guides 2011-2012
Communications 11
LG1 The Writing Process and Essay Writing
Seminar:
Review of the writing process and essay writing.
This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the rough copy, draft, revision, final copy approach.
Assignment:
Choose one of the following topics and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
-Legalization of Pot
-Rising the Driving Age to 18
-Stereotypes
-Cell Phones in School
-School Dress Code
Communications 11
LG2 Grammar-Punctuation
Concepts: Comma, Semi colon, Colon, Apostrophe, Hyphens and
Quotation Marks
Resources: Building English Skills-Green Level
Assignments:
Read the instructional information for each part in the “Building English Skills-Green Level” grammar text-Section 12 p539-566.
Complete only Part A #1-5 on the following pages:
p542, 544, 546, 549, 551, 553, 556, 558 #1-5, 560, 564, 566.
Mark completed exercises with the answer key (in class). Review errors with the teacher then write the in-class test.
Communications 11
LG3 Grammar-Sentence Combining
Concepts: Sentence Combining Strategies
Resources: Building English Skills-Green Level
Assignments:
Read the instructional information for each part in the “Building English Skills-Green Level” grammar text-Section 3 p29-46.
Complete only Part A #1-5 on the following pages:
p30 #1-4, 31, 33, 34, 36, 37, 39, 40, 42, 43, 45/46 #1-5.
Write out the entire new combined sentences.
Mark completed exercises with the answer key (in class). Review errors with the teacher then write the in-class test.
Communications 11
LG4 Poetry Analysis
Concepts: poetry comprehension
Seminar:
Review different types of poetry and how they communicate a wide range of information and feelings.
Assignment:
Read the two poems: The Road Not Taken
The Child Who Walks Backwards
Write a personal response to each poem, using the 7 step format.
What is it about?
What is the mood?
What poetic devices were used.
Did you like the poem or not? Why?
Communications 11
LG5 Poetry Writing
Concepts: to communicate in poetic language and to explore a
variety of poems.
Seminar:
Review different types of poetry using exemplars from previous students.
Assignment:
Create a collection of poems written by you. Present them in an imaginative way.You must include one of each of the following:
Alphabet
Clerihew
Concrete Contrast Couplet
Definition
Title Down
List
Name
Phrase
Terse
Refer to the sample handout. Cross them off this list as you complete them. Include a title for each.
Forms of “Invented” Poetry
Alphabet Poetry: creative or humourous idea using parts of the
alphabet. It is written as a list in proper order.
Kangaroos
Highly
Ignorant
Jumping
Kangaroos
Love
Making
Noise
Clerihew Poetry: consists of two rhyming couplets the name of some
well known person creates on of the rhymes.
Will Clark
The only way to pitch Will Clark
Is to throw the ball off its mark
Throw a pitch which he can hit
And he will blast a drive no one can get.
Concrete Poetry: the shape or design helps express the meaning or
feeling of the poem.
Contrast Couplet: The first line includes two words that are opposites.
The second line makes a comment about the first.
Age
It really doesn’t matter if you’re young or old
There’s always someone to say, “Do as you’re told”.
Definition Poetry:defines a word or idea creatively.
Styrofoam
a strange stuff
which bends, dents and rips
when poked or pulled.
Title Down Poetry: the letters that spell the subject of the poem, are used to
begin each line.
Blue
Being down is
Lousy,
Ugh, but
Everyone is down sometimes.
List Poetry: A list of qualities, parts, feeling of an idea or item.
Rooms
There are rooms to start up in
Rooms to start out in
Rooms to start over in
Rooms to lie in
Rooms to lie about in
Rooms to lay away in.
Name Poetry: the letters of a name are used to start each line.
Barbara
Basically
All kinds of activities and
Reading a good book
Bring out
All that is
Right
About me
Phrase Poetry: states an ides with a list of phrases.
Cross Country
Off with a bang
Around the bushes
Up the exhausting hill toward the finish
Without any breath.
Terse Poetry: two words that rhyme and have the same number of syllables
Worms Flower Braces
Great Lazy Tin
Bait Daisy Grin
Communications 11
LG6 Reading Comprehension
Concepts: to analyze gender differences in communication
Assignments:
1-Read the Article ” Man-Woman Talk”
2-Make notes on the outline provided.
3-Write a a 5 paragraph essay explaining the differences between
between how men and women communicate. Include your notes
with the final copy.
Communications 11
Learning Guides 7 and 8
Short Stories
Seminar:
The teacher will discuss the elements of characters and setting in a short story. Short story components, including introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion will be presented.
Assignment:
Read the following short stories: “The Sniper” by Liam O’Flaherty
“The Decision” by Tom Burnam.
Answer the following questions for both stories:
1) Choose two characters and tell how they were important to the
story.
2) Describe the setting and how it was important to the story.
3) Write a different ending for the story. (Minimum of 4 paragraphs)
Communications 11
LG 9 and 10 Letter Writing
Assignments:
Learning Guide 9
Students must:
-write a cover letter for a job that they would actually apply for. An ad or internet listing is to be included.
-a resume is also to be included.
Learning Guide 10
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format as shown in the planner. The letters would be the students choice.(Opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation).
Communications 11
LG 11 and 12 Novel Study-Of Mice and Men
Concepts: To read fiction and be able to comprehend the authors’
meaning.
Assignments:
1-Read the novel “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck
2-Keep a personal response journal, chapter by chapter. Refer to sample
starter sheet.
3- Answer the following Questions:
a. George and Lennie dream about buying a nice little place
together one day. Why do they dream about this? Is it
realistic? Why or why not?
b. Why does George take care of Lennie? Describe their
relationship.
Communications 11
Cross Curricular Projects
LGs 13,14,15 and 16,17,18
Concepts: Integrated learning
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits. Suggestions will be brain stormed. Planning and teacher permission sheets will be presented and explained
Assignment:
These 6 guides will be for 2 cross curricular projects of 3 learning guides each. You must include 2 other courses (besides English) in these projects. One guide in each project will be for written information, one for visual representation and one for an oral presentation aspect.
You will present your plan and get permission from the teachers in all courses involved before proceeding.
One is to be completed before winter break, one after.
Communications 11
LG 19 Critical Thinking
Concepts: to critique and compare what is written.
Seminar:
Review and compare different types of information being passed on to the public through television, radio, magazines, the internet , etc.
Assignment: Choose one magazine from each list
A B
Canadian Geographic People
Gourmet Sports Illustrated
Omni Time
Macleans Sassy
Discover Canadian Living
For both magazines answer the following questions:
1- What kind of magazine is it? What is its main focus topic?
2-What specific type of reader is it aimed at.
3-What percent of the magazine is advertising?
4- What Type of things are being advertised?
5-List some of the magazine regular features.
6- Read one article. What is the main idea the author is trying to
relay? Use direct references to the article to support your opinion.
7-Write a 7step paragraph to explain your choice of which magazine
appeals to you more.
Communications 11
LG 20 Reflection
Concepts: To self assess and reflect on your learning experiences in
Communications 11.
Assignment:
Write a 5 paragraph essay that reflects your learning experiences in communications 11.
What is communications about?
Why is it important to take this course?
What did you learn or improve?
What still needs more work?
What were you favourite and least favourite guides and why?
What would you say to someone thinking of taking this course?
Hand in your outline with the good copy of the essay.
LG1 The Writing Process and Essay Writing
Seminar:
Review of the writing process and essay writing.
This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the rough copy, draft, revision, final copy approach.
Assignment:
Choose one of the following topics and write a 5 paragraph essay. Hand in outline, rough drafts and good copy.
-Legalization of Pot
-Rising the Driving Age to 18
-Stereotypes
-Cell Phones in School
-School Dress Code
Communications 11
LG2 Grammar-Punctuation
Concepts: Comma, Semi colon, Colon, Apostrophe, Hyphens and
Quotation Marks
Resources: Building English Skills-Green Level
Assignments:
Read the instructional information for each part in the “Building English Skills-Green Level” grammar text-Section 12 p539-566.
Complete only Part A #1-5 on the following pages:
p542, 544, 546, 549, 551, 553, 556, 558 #1-5, 560, 564, 566.
Mark completed exercises with the answer key (in class). Review errors with the teacher then write the in-class test.
Communications 11
LG3 Grammar-Sentence Combining
Concepts: Sentence Combining Strategies
Resources: Building English Skills-Green Level
Assignments:
Read the instructional information for each part in the “Building English Skills-Green Level” grammar text-Section 3 p29-46.
Complete only Part A #1-5 on the following pages:
p30 #1-4, 31, 33, 34, 36, 37, 39, 40, 42, 43, 45/46 #1-5.
Write out the entire new combined sentences.
Mark completed exercises with the answer key (in class). Review errors with the teacher then write the in-class test.
Communications 11
LG4 Poetry Analysis
Concepts: poetry comprehension
Seminar:
Review different types of poetry and how they communicate a wide range of information and feelings.
Assignment:
Read the two poems: The Road Not Taken
The Child Who Walks Backwards
Write a personal response to each poem, using the 7 step format.
What is it about?
What is the mood?
What poetic devices were used.
Did you like the poem or not? Why?
Communications 11
LG5 Poetry Writing
Concepts: to communicate in poetic language and to explore a
variety of poems.
Seminar:
Review different types of poetry using exemplars from previous students.
Assignment:
Create a collection of poems written by you. Present them in an imaginative way.You must include one of each of the following:
Alphabet
Clerihew
Concrete Contrast Couplet
Definition
Title Down
List
Name
Phrase
Terse
Refer to the sample handout. Cross them off this list as you complete them. Include a title for each.
Forms of “Invented” Poetry
Alphabet Poetry: creative or humourous idea using parts of the
alphabet. It is written as a list in proper order.
Kangaroos
Highly
Ignorant
Jumping
Kangaroos
Love
Making
Noise
Clerihew Poetry: consists of two rhyming couplets the name of some
well known person creates on of the rhymes.
Will Clark
The only way to pitch Will Clark
Is to throw the ball off its mark
Throw a pitch which he can hit
And he will blast a drive no one can get.
Concrete Poetry: the shape or design helps express the meaning or
feeling of the poem.
Contrast Couplet: The first line includes two words that are opposites.
The second line makes a comment about the first.
Age
It really doesn’t matter if you’re young or old
There’s always someone to say, “Do as you’re told”.
Definition Poetry:defines a word or idea creatively.
Styrofoam
a strange stuff
which bends, dents and rips
when poked or pulled.
Title Down Poetry: the letters that spell the subject of the poem, are used to
begin each line.
Blue
Being down is
Lousy,
Ugh, but
Everyone is down sometimes.
List Poetry: A list of qualities, parts, feeling of an idea or item.
Rooms
There are rooms to start up in
Rooms to start out in
Rooms to start over in
Rooms to lie in
Rooms to lie about in
Rooms to lay away in.
Name Poetry: the letters of a name are used to start each line.
Barbara
Basically
All kinds of activities and
Reading a good book
Bring out
All that is
Right
About me
Phrase Poetry: states an ides with a list of phrases.
Cross Country
Off with a bang
Around the bushes
Up the exhausting hill toward the finish
Without any breath.
Terse Poetry: two words that rhyme and have the same number of syllables
Worms Flower Braces
Great Lazy Tin
Bait Daisy Grin
Communications 11
LG6 Reading Comprehension
Concepts: to analyze gender differences in communication
Assignments:
1-Read the Article ” Man-Woman Talk”
2-Make notes on the outline provided.
3-Write a a 5 paragraph essay explaining the differences between
between how men and women communicate. Include your notes
with the final copy.
Communications 11
Learning Guides 7 and 8
Short Stories
Seminar:
The teacher will discuss the elements of characters and setting in a short story. Short story components, including introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion will be presented.
Assignment:
Read the following short stories: “The Sniper” by Liam O’Flaherty
“The Decision” by Tom Burnam.
Answer the following questions for both stories:
1) Choose two characters and tell how they were important to the
story.
2) Describe the setting and how it was important to the story.
3) Write a different ending for the story. (Minimum of 4 paragraphs)
Communications 11
LG 9 and 10 Letter Writing
Assignments:
Learning Guide 9
Students must:
-write a cover letter for a job that they would actually apply for. An ad or internet listing is to be included.
-a resume is also to be included.
Learning Guide 10
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format as shown in the planner. The letters would be the students choice.(Opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation).
Communications 11
LG 11 and 12 Novel Study-Of Mice and Men
Concepts: To read fiction and be able to comprehend the authors’
meaning.
Assignments:
1-Read the novel “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck
2-Keep a personal response journal, chapter by chapter. Refer to sample
starter sheet.
3- Answer the following Questions:
a. George and Lennie dream about buying a nice little place
together one day. Why do they dream about this? Is it
realistic? Why or why not?
b. Why does George take care of Lennie? Describe their
relationship.
Communications 11
Cross Curricular Projects
LGs 13,14,15 and 16,17,18
Concepts: Integrated learning
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits. Suggestions will be brain stormed. Planning and teacher permission sheets will be presented and explained
Assignment:
These 6 guides will be for 2 cross curricular projects of 3 learning guides each. You must include 2 other courses (besides English) in these projects. One guide in each project will be for written information, one for visual representation and one for an oral presentation aspect.
You will present your plan and get permission from the teachers in all courses involved before proceeding.
One is to be completed before winter break, one after.
Communications 11
LG 19 Critical Thinking
Concepts: to critique and compare what is written.
Seminar:
Review and compare different types of information being passed on to the public through television, radio, magazines, the internet , etc.
Assignment: Choose one magazine from each list
A B
Canadian Geographic People
Gourmet Sports Illustrated
Omni Time
Macleans Sassy
Discover Canadian Living
For both magazines answer the following questions:
1- What kind of magazine is it? What is its main focus topic?
2-What specific type of reader is it aimed at.
3-What percent of the magazine is advertising?
4- What Type of things are being advertised?
5-List some of the magazine regular features.
6- Read one article. What is the main idea the author is trying to
relay? Use direct references to the article to support your opinion.
7-Write a 7step paragraph to explain your choice of which magazine
appeals to you more.
Communications 11
LG 20 Reflection
Concepts: To self assess and reflect on your learning experiences in
Communications 11.
Assignment:
Write a 5 paragraph essay that reflects your learning experiences in communications 11.
What is communications about?
Why is it important to take this course?
What did you learn or improve?
What still needs more work?
What were you favourite and least favourite guides and why?
What would you say to someone thinking of taking this course?
Hand in your outline with the good copy of the essay.
Grade8 English/Social Studies Guides 2011-2012
Grade 8 English/Socials-Learning Guide Expectations
Each concept has a seminar and assignment part. Note taking during seminars is expected.
If the student misses a seminar they must work with the teacher to assure understanding of the concept before doing the assignment.
Some deadlines are established for those guides which have
in-class tests.
All submitted work must have a cover page with student name, section, and learning guide number. Final work is to be done in black/blue pen, computer generated or emailed (eg. power point)
All submitted written work must be double spaced (whether by hand or on computer)
All rough copies must be available on request. The rough copies are to show editing in a different colour or run off and edited by pen/pencil.
All work is marked for proper spelling, punctuation, neatness...
Learning Guides are available on Ms.Fowell’s blog.
“Fowell’s Followers”
English 8
LG 1 Grammar
Concepts: Parts of speech, Plurals and possessives, Types of sentences, Punctuation, Subject/Verb agreement, Verb/Pronoun agreement.
Seminar:
Review use and examples of parts of speech, plurals and possessives, types of sentences, punctuation, subject/verb agreement, and verb/pronoun agreement.
Assignment:
Complete the grammar fun pack. Correct the work using the key provided in class.
Complete the test that will be given in class
Socials 8
LG 1 Mapping the Roman Empire
Concept: Essential Mapping Skills
Seminar:
Reviewing the essential elements needed when doing maps
Assignment:
On the Mediterranean Region Map:
1) Shade the area that was ruled by the Roman Empire
2) Write in the modern day nations that are covered by this
shading. Draw in Great Britain.
3) Indicate where Rome is situated.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p27-31
p518-519
Link:
http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/romeancientrome/ig/Maps-of-Rome-and-the-Empire/The-Roman-Empire-about-395.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 2 7-Step Paragraph Writing
Concept: Paragraph writing to inform
Seminars:
Review outline for creating an information 7-step paragraph
Review information about the fall of Rome
Assignment:
Write a 7-step paragraph explaining the causes for the fall of the Roman Empire.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p27-31
Link:
Why did Rome fall?
http://www.roman-empire.net/diverse/faq.htm#romefall
Fall of Rome-reasons
http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/fallofrome/tp/022509FallofRomeReasons.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 3 Paragraph Writing
Concepts: Paragraph writing to entertain, persuade and
inform
Seminars:-
Review 3 types of paragraphs: narrative, descriptive, and expository. Discuss how and when each would be used.
Descriptive-describes in detail using as many of the 5 senses to get a complete feel of the topic.
Narrative-Tell an anecdote.
Expository-Gives an opinion or instructions.
Assignments:
Write a paragraph of each type (descriptive, narrative, expository) using the Medieval times for the background.
Use information about castles, manors and knights to develop these paragraphs.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p262-270
English/Socials 8
LG 4 Novel Study-Response Journal
Concepts: Personal responses/reactions to novel content.
Seminar:
Discussion and examples presented on the types of personal responses to what is being read. Literature log response starters and reading logs will be supplied.
Assignment:
Choose a novel from the list provided. Novels not on the list may be chosen as long as the setting is during Medieval times.
As you read, write your personal responses. State feelings, thoughts, reactions, and questions about, situations, ideas, actions, characters, settings, plot, theme and any other elements of the book. You can’t be wrong in your responses, so take some risks and be honest.
Do not write about the plot.
Suggested Titles:
1-There Will Be Wolves by: Karleen Bradford
2-Peregrine by: Joan Elizabeth Goodman
3-The Edge on the Sword by: Rebecca Tingle
4-Catherine, Called Birdy by: Karen Cushman
English 8
LG 5 Essay Writing, Editing and Power Point
Concepts: Essay Writing, Editing strategies and resources.
How to develop a power point presentation
Seminars:
A) Essay Writing -this will include how to use a standard format for writing a multiple paragraph essay. This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the pre-writing, draft, revision, final copy approach.
B) Editing-
Review of types of errors to edit.
Discuss and give samples of editing strategies.
Demonstrate uses of resources used for editing.
Review expectations for rough copies, check list and final copy.
C) Power Point-
Review process of developing a power point presentation
Assignments:
Practice-Edit two articles presented in class.
Essay Writing-Write a multi-paragraph essay using the format presented. Each paragraph will be a power point page.
Topic/Resources: Choose one religion from the following list:
Judaism
http://www.basicjudaism.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judaism
http://judaism.about.com/od/barandbatmitzvah/f/confirmation.htm
Islam
http://www.islamreligion.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam
Hinduism
http://hinduism.about.com/od/basics/p/hinduismbasics.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinduism
Christianity
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity
http://christianity.about.com/b/2009/10/09/what-is-christianity.htm
Buddhism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhism
http://buddhism.about.com/od/basicbuddhistteachings/a/basicshub.htm
Information to be included:
Who founded the religion
When and Where it began
Where the followers pray
Who the leaders are
Rules the members abide by
Holidays
Special attire
Symbols
Submit: rough copy and signed checklist
Editing Check list
Grammar and Presentation
1-Spelling-homonyms
2-Punctuation-capitals, periods, quotation marks
3-Sentences-complete, combined
4-Paragraphs-single topic/focus, intro/conclusion
5-Followed outline-second, third drafts
6-Supportive descriptors-adjectives, adverbs
7-Tense consistent
8-Same person throughout
Process
1-I read this out loud
2-It was also edited by________________________________________
English 8
LG6 Literary Scavenger Hunt
Concepts: Literary Awareness
Seminar:
Discussion about literacy, where we find it and how to use the resources (library, inter net etc,) available in the community.
Assignment:
Find as many items on the list provided. 2 marks will be given for each item found.
Literary Scavenger Hunt
1. A copy of 3 Canadian magazines
2. A Dr. Seuss book.
3. A foreign novel translated into English.
4. A book review published in a newspaper.
5. A classified ad for a house, a boat and a service
6. A copy of “The Divinci Code”.
7. Design a book cover for a novel you have read.
8. A copy of three books with different genres.
9. Signatures of 1 female, 1 males from each age group.
Question- What was the last book you read?(on back)
10. The titles of the four plays 2010 at Bard on the Beach.
11. 3 different examples of graphic novels.
12. A current list of the top 10 best sellers.
13. 2 books you have read and seen the movie for.
14. Applications for a job, passport and college.
15. A Canadian novel that won an Oscar for best picture.
16. The first book your parents read to you.
17. The oldest book you can find. (minimum 20 years old)
18. A book in a language other than English.
19. A copy of a religious book.
20. Dewey Decimal System codes for poetry and novels.
21. 3 Shakespeare plays that are also movies.
22. Your public library card.
23. 3 authors who wrote under 2 different names
24. A manual.
25. A general review of the magazine Youthink.
Name_______________ Section______ Mark______
Worksheet for # 9
Age Name Book Title
6-12
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
13-19
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
20-40
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
40-60
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
60+
M-
F-
Socials 8
LG 6 Religion Quiz
Concepts: Note taking, information retention
Seminar:
Review note taking strategies for oral presentations.
Assignment:
1) take notes on the information presented during the class power point on the different religions.
Focus-
Who founded the religion
When and Where it began
Where the followers pray
Who the leaders are
Rules the members abide by
Holidays
Special attire
Symbols
2) Class test on the information from these presentations.
Chart and notes taken during presentations are to be used.
English/Socials 8
LG 7 Letter Writing
Concepts: Structures, formats, and proper content used in formal letter writing. Writing for a specific audience.
Seminar:
Different types of letters/audiences will be dicussed-opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation and personal letters.
The structures of a formal letter will be reviewed-greetings, salutations, paragraph content and presentation of necessary information.
Assignment:
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format.
Assignment:
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format.
One letter will be from a soldier who has gone on the Crusades. He will report to his commander, back in Rome, what has been happening. Include fighting conditions, results of battles and requests for what is needed to continue the fight.
The second letter will be from a Muslim fighter to his leader, with the same information as the Roman soldier but, from the Muslim point of view.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p282-303
Link:
http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/c/cr/crusade.html
English 8
LG 8 Novel Study-Character and Theme
Concepts: Character development within a novel
Theme development within a novel
Seminars:
1) Discuss character development within the novel “The Outsiders”. Include physical and personality traits. Discuss how the characters are important to the theme and plot of the novel.
2) Discuss major and minor themes within the same novel.
Assignments:
1) Choose one character from the novel and write a 5 paragraph essay including physical and personality traits. Explain why you chose this particular character. Back up all opinions with direct references from the novel.
2)Choose a major or minor theme from the novel and demonstrate your understanding with a 7 step paragraph. Discuss ways it is developed within the novel “The Outsiders”. Back up all opinions with direct references from the novel.
English 8
LG 9 Novel Study-Plot
Concepts: Identify elements of the plot line in a novel.
Silent, aural and oral reading comprehension.
Seminars:
The novel “The Outsiders” will be read as a class. It will alternately be read by the teacher, orally by the students and quiet reading.
Assignments:
There will be an class test at the end of the novel. It will cover plot, characters and themes.
LG 8 Becoming a Knight-Brochure
Concepts:
Historical information about the Era of Knights.
Seminar:
Review the information about the Knights. How they started. How they compare with being soldiers today.
Assignment:
Create a brochure to encourage men to become knights.
Include: process to follow, skills needed, how they benefit, equipment needed, why its important to them and their country, codes of honour....
Resource:
Across the Centuries p271-274
Resource:
Across the Centuries p282-303
Link:
http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/c/cr/crusade.html
Socials 8
LG 9 Renaissance Newspaper
Concepts:
Historical information about the Renaissance era.
Seminar:
Review the information about the Renaissance times.
Assignment:
Create a newspaper. Include articles, support visuals, editorials, political cartoons, headlines etc.
Include information about the leaders,writers, artists, inventors and scientists of the time.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p308-335
Socials 8
LG 10 Reformation Theses-Critical Thinking
Concepts:
Historical information about the Reformation
Seminars:
Review information about the Reformation
Review Martin Luther’s 95 Theses.
Assignment:
Consider what you would change about Thomas Haney, MacDonalds or another institution or business that you have knowledge about.
Create a poster giving 15 theses of change.
Remember-These will reflect your values not someone else’s
Resource:
Across the Centuries p336-352
English 8
LG 10 Poetry-Literary Terms
Concepts: Definitions and use of poetic devices.
Seminar:
Review definitions and examples of poetic devices which include; alliteration, simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, oxymoron, symbolism, imagery, and onomatopoeia.
Assignment:
1)a) Create an anthology of poems that demonstrate the
use of the poetic devices presented.
b) Compose own poem which incorporate 3 of the 9
poetic devices.
Remember to underline and label the poetic devices in the poems for parts a and b. Include the authors’ names for all poems including your own.
2) Class test on definitions of poetic terms and their use.
English/Socials 8
LG 11/12/13 Scientific Revolution Invention Project
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text/oral format.
Concepts: Integrated learning
Aspects of oral presentations
Presenting visual information
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits.
Review expectations around oral presentations focusing on content, organization of information and physical presentation.
Discussion about the era the scientific revolution.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p353-360
Link:
http://videos.howstuffworks.com/hsw/27342-age-of-reason-isaac-newtons-scientific-revolution-video.htm
Assignments:
1) Create a modern day invention-include a written guide or
manual to explain how it works and the impact on society.
2) Create a detailed diagram or 3D model of your invention
showing how it works.
3) Put together an oral presentation to sell it to a company for
production. May include power point, commercials (tv/radio),
magazine ad, billboard ad.....
This project may be done with a partner.
Oral Presentation Checklist
Scientific Revolution Invention Project
Student:
Date:
Assignment:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
English/Socials 8
LG 14/15/16 Exploration-Colony Project
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text/oral format.
Concepts: Integrated learning
Aspects of oral presentations
Presenting visual information
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits.
Review expectations around oral presentations focusing on content, organization of information and physical presentation.
Discussion about the era of exploration.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p362-381
p437-443
p450-471
Links:
http:///www.pbs.org/opb/conquistadors/home.htm
http:///www.learner.org/interactives/renaissance/exploration.html
http:///www.enchantedlearning.com/explorers
Assignments:
These 3 guides will be for written information, visual representation and oral presentation.
1) Create a brochure, power point or commercial storyboard to
promote your new colony.
Include information about:
government-type, leaders
industry-personal and colony economy
education-schools, training
resources-what is available in the area for survival needs
geography-physical layout of the surrounding area
climate-
2) Create a detailed map or 3-D model of your colony.
Use mapping essentials.
Include:
water sources, trade routes, resources, land use,
buildings and other information given in assignment #1
This project may be done with a partner
Interview/Presentation Checklist
Exploration-Colony Project
Student:
Date:
Assignment:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
/25
English 8
LG 17 Bias and Stereotype
Concepts: Stereotype, bias
Seminars:
Bias-a particular tendency or inclination, prejudice.
Stereotype-an often oversimplified or biased mental picture held to characterize the typical individual of a group
Review the development of a 7-step paragraph
Assignments:
Bias-Write 2, 7-step paragraphs on a chosen topic.
One paragraph will present the “for” arguments
One paragraph will present the “against” arguments.
Stereotype-Write a 5 paragraph essay demonstrating
3 stereotype groups that you fit into.
Possible topics for Bias paragraphs:
1-Capital Punishment
2-Legalization of Pot
3-Banning Use of Cell Phones in Schools
4-School Uniforms
5-Raising the Driving Age to 18
6-Zoos
7-Should we have held the 2010 Olympics
or-Student Choice-must check the preferred topic with teacher.
Socials 8
LG 17 Mayan/Aztec/Inca Poster
Concepts:
Historical information about the Mayan, Aztec and Inca cultures
Seminar:
Review informaton about the Mayan, Aztec and Inca cultures with regards to Religion, Agriculture, Accomplishments and Geographic location.
Assignment:
Choose one of the 3 cultures and make a poster divides into 4 sections. Include colour illustrations, related information and labels. Do in note form.
The 4 sections of your poster are:
Religion
Agriculture
Accomplishments
Geographic Location
Resources: Across the Centuries Mayan p404-409
Aztec p420-428
Inca p429-435
Links:
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/mayas.htm
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/aztecs.htm
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/incas.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 18 Graphic Novels and Freytag Pyramid
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text format.
Using a Freytag Pyramid to show key elements of a short story plot line
Seminar:
1) Introduction to graphic novels. Demonstrate how visual clues help to enhance text. Examples of visual demonstration of emotions, senses, symbols, onomatopoeia, time lines and use of quotations.
2)Introduction to the program “Comic Life”. Discuss when and how to use the program.
3)Discuss the elements of a short story using the Freytag Pyramid model. These elements include introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion.
Assignments:
1-Fill in the Freytag Pyramid sheet for the myth read in class.
2-Develop a graphic novel for the myth you chose. Do a Freytag Pyramid outline first. There should be one picture to show the Title, Introduction, Inciting Incident and Conclusion.
More information is needed for Rising Action and Falling Action, so there should be a minimum of 2 pictures for each of these.
Pictures may be drawn, cut from magazines or downloaded off the inter net.
Mayan Myth
Freytag Pyramid Summary
Title:
Introduction:
Inciting incident:
Rising Action:
Climax:
Falling Action:
Conclusion:
English/Socials 8
LG 19-Note Taking
Concepts: Note taking
Seminar:
Discussion and examples of note taking for text, fiction and oral presentation of information.
Assignment:
In class examples of note taking strategies.
Test on all types of note taking.
Test questions based on examples done in class:
Text: Across the Centuries-general text features/Crusades
Fiction: The Outsiders
Oral Presentation: Seminar on Bias and Stereotype
English/Socials 8
LG 20-Course Reflection
Concepts: Student self-assessment
Seminar:
Discussion and examples of student self-assessment
Assignment:
Complete an in class self-assessment sheet.
Items to consider include:
Student progress and work habits
Evaluation of the English and Social Studies learning guides
Discussion of favourite/least favorite guides
Suggestions for other activities.
Each concept has a seminar and assignment part. Note taking during seminars is expected.
If the student misses a seminar they must work with the teacher to assure understanding of the concept before doing the assignment.
Some deadlines are established for those guides which have
in-class tests.
All submitted work must have a cover page with student name, section, and learning guide number. Final work is to be done in black/blue pen, computer generated or emailed (eg. power point)
All submitted written work must be double spaced (whether by hand or on computer)
All rough copies must be available on request. The rough copies are to show editing in a different colour or run off and edited by pen/pencil.
All work is marked for proper spelling, punctuation, neatness...
Learning Guides are available on Ms.Fowell’s blog.
“Fowell’s Followers”
English 8
LG 1 Grammar
Concepts: Parts of speech, Plurals and possessives, Types of sentences, Punctuation, Subject/Verb agreement, Verb/Pronoun agreement.
Seminar:
Review use and examples of parts of speech, plurals and possessives, types of sentences, punctuation, subject/verb agreement, and verb/pronoun agreement.
Assignment:
Complete the grammar fun pack. Correct the work using the key provided in class.
Complete the test that will be given in class
Socials 8
LG 1 Mapping the Roman Empire
Concept: Essential Mapping Skills
Seminar:
Reviewing the essential elements needed when doing maps
Assignment:
On the Mediterranean Region Map:
1) Shade the area that was ruled by the Roman Empire
2) Write in the modern day nations that are covered by this
shading. Draw in Great Britain.
3) Indicate where Rome is situated.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p27-31
p518-519
Link:
http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/romeancientrome/ig/Maps-of-Rome-and-the-Empire/The-Roman-Empire-about-395.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 2 7-Step Paragraph Writing
Concept: Paragraph writing to inform
Seminars:
Review outline for creating an information 7-step paragraph
Review information about the fall of Rome
Assignment:
Write a 7-step paragraph explaining the causes for the fall of the Roman Empire.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p27-31
Link:
Why did Rome fall?
http://www.roman-empire.net/diverse/faq.htm#romefall
Fall of Rome-reasons
http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/fallofrome/tp/022509FallofRomeReasons.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 3 Paragraph Writing
Concepts: Paragraph writing to entertain, persuade and
inform
Seminars:-
Review 3 types of paragraphs: narrative, descriptive, and expository. Discuss how and when each would be used.
Descriptive-describes in detail using as many of the 5 senses to get a complete feel of the topic.
Narrative-Tell an anecdote.
Expository-Gives an opinion or instructions.
Assignments:
Write a paragraph of each type (descriptive, narrative, expository) using the Medieval times for the background.
Use information about castles, manors and knights to develop these paragraphs.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p262-270
English/Socials 8
LG 4 Novel Study-Response Journal
Concepts: Personal responses/reactions to novel content.
Seminar:
Discussion and examples presented on the types of personal responses to what is being read. Literature log response starters and reading logs will be supplied.
Assignment:
Choose a novel from the list provided. Novels not on the list may be chosen as long as the setting is during Medieval times.
As you read, write your personal responses. State feelings, thoughts, reactions, and questions about, situations, ideas, actions, characters, settings, plot, theme and any other elements of the book. You can’t be wrong in your responses, so take some risks and be honest.
Do not write about the plot.
Suggested Titles:
1-There Will Be Wolves by: Karleen Bradford
2-Peregrine by: Joan Elizabeth Goodman
3-The Edge on the Sword by: Rebecca Tingle
4-Catherine, Called Birdy by: Karen Cushman
English 8
LG 5 Essay Writing, Editing and Power Point
Concepts: Essay Writing, Editing strategies and resources.
How to develop a power point presentation
Seminars:
A) Essay Writing -this will include how to use a standard format for writing a multiple paragraph essay. This will include information on the introduction paragraph and how to establish a thesis for the essay. Then the content of the middle body paragraphs will be addressed and finally how to develop an effective concluding paragraph. The writing process will also be presented using the pre-writing, draft, revision, final copy approach.
B) Editing-
Review of types of errors to edit.
Discuss and give samples of editing strategies.
Demonstrate uses of resources used for editing.
Review expectations for rough copies, check list and final copy.
C) Power Point-
Review process of developing a power point presentation
Assignments:
Practice-Edit two articles presented in class.
Essay Writing-Write a multi-paragraph essay using the format presented. Each paragraph will be a power point page.
Topic/Resources: Choose one religion from the following list:
Judaism
http://www.basicjudaism.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judaism
http://judaism.about.com/od/barandbatmitzvah/f/confirmation.htm
Islam
http://www.islamreligion.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam
Hinduism
http://hinduism.about.com/od/basics/p/hinduismbasics.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinduism
Christianity
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity
http://christianity.about.com/b/2009/10/09/what-is-christianity.htm
Buddhism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhism
http://buddhism.about.com/od/basicbuddhistteachings/a/basicshub.htm
Information to be included:
Who founded the religion
When and Where it began
Where the followers pray
Who the leaders are
Rules the members abide by
Holidays
Special attire
Symbols
Submit: rough copy and signed checklist
Editing Check list
Grammar and Presentation
1-Spelling-homonyms
2-Punctuation-capitals, periods, quotation marks
3-Sentences-complete, combined
4-Paragraphs-single topic/focus, intro/conclusion
5-Followed outline-second, third drafts
6-Supportive descriptors-adjectives, adverbs
7-Tense consistent
8-Same person throughout
Process
1-I read this out loud
2-It was also edited by________________________________________
English 8
LG6 Literary Scavenger Hunt
Concepts: Literary Awareness
Seminar:
Discussion about literacy, where we find it and how to use the resources (library, inter net etc,) available in the community.
Assignment:
Find as many items on the list provided. 2 marks will be given for each item found.
Literary Scavenger Hunt
1. A copy of 3 Canadian magazines
2. A Dr. Seuss book.
3. A foreign novel translated into English.
4. A book review published in a newspaper.
5. A classified ad for a house, a boat and a service
6. A copy of “The Divinci Code”.
7. Design a book cover for a novel you have read.
8. A copy of three books with different genres.
9. Signatures of 1 female, 1 males from each age group.
Question- What was the last book you read?(on back)
10. The titles of the four plays 2010 at Bard on the Beach.
11. 3 different examples of graphic novels.
12. A current list of the top 10 best sellers.
13. 2 books you have read and seen the movie for.
14. Applications for a job, passport and college.
15. A Canadian novel that won an Oscar for best picture.
16. The first book your parents read to you.
17. The oldest book you can find. (minimum 20 years old)
18. A book in a language other than English.
19. A copy of a religious book.
20. Dewey Decimal System codes for poetry and novels.
21. 3 Shakespeare plays that are also movies.
22. Your public library card.
23. 3 authors who wrote under 2 different names
24. A manual.
25. A general review of the magazine Youthink.
Name_______________ Section______ Mark______
Worksheet for # 9
Age Name Book Title
6-12
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
13-19
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
20-40
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
40-60
M-
F-
____________________________________________________
60+
M-
F-
Socials 8
LG 6 Religion Quiz
Concepts: Note taking, information retention
Seminar:
Review note taking strategies for oral presentations.
Assignment:
1) take notes on the information presented during the class power point on the different religions.
Focus-
Who founded the religion
When and Where it began
Where the followers pray
Who the leaders are
Rules the members abide by
Holidays
Special attire
Symbols
2) Class test on the information from these presentations.
Chart and notes taken during presentations are to be used.
English/Socials 8
LG 7 Letter Writing
Concepts: Structures, formats, and proper content used in formal letter writing. Writing for a specific audience.
Seminar:
Different types of letters/audiences will be dicussed-opinion, inquiry, complaint, appreciation and personal letters.
The structures of a formal letter will be reviewed-greetings, salutations, paragraph content and presentation of necessary information.
Assignment:
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format.
Assignment:
The student will compose 2 formal letters using proper format.
One letter will be from a soldier who has gone on the Crusades. He will report to his commander, back in Rome, what has been happening. Include fighting conditions, results of battles and requests for what is needed to continue the fight.
The second letter will be from a Muslim fighter to his leader, with the same information as the Roman soldier but, from the Muslim point of view.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p282-303
Link:
http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/c/cr/crusade.html
English 8
LG 8 Novel Study-Character and Theme
Concepts: Character development within a novel
Theme development within a novel
Seminars:
1) Discuss character development within the novel “The Outsiders”. Include physical and personality traits. Discuss how the characters are important to the theme and plot of the novel.
2) Discuss major and minor themes within the same novel.
Assignments:
1) Choose one character from the novel and write a 5 paragraph essay including physical and personality traits. Explain why you chose this particular character. Back up all opinions with direct references from the novel.
2)Choose a major or minor theme from the novel and demonstrate your understanding with a 7 step paragraph. Discuss ways it is developed within the novel “The Outsiders”. Back up all opinions with direct references from the novel.
English 8
LG 9 Novel Study-Plot
Concepts: Identify elements of the plot line in a novel.
Silent, aural and oral reading comprehension.
Seminars:
The novel “The Outsiders” will be read as a class. It will alternately be read by the teacher, orally by the students and quiet reading.
Assignments:
There will be an class test at the end of the novel. It will cover plot, characters and themes.
LG 8 Becoming a Knight-Brochure
Concepts:
Historical information about the Era of Knights.
Seminar:
Review the information about the Knights. How they started. How they compare with being soldiers today.
Assignment:
Create a brochure to encourage men to become knights.
Include: process to follow, skills needed, how they benefit, equipment needed, why its important to them and their country, codes of honour....
Resource:
Across the Centuries p271-274
Resource:
Across the Centuries p282-303
Link:
http://academickids.com/encyclopedia/c/cr/crusade.html
Socials 8
LG 9 Renaissance Newspaper
Concepts:
Historical information about the Renaissance era.
Seminar:
Review the information about the Renaissance times.
Assignment:
Create a newspaper. Include articles, support visuals, editorials, political cartoons, headlines etc.
Include information about the leaders,writers, artists, inventors and scientists of the time.
Resource:
Across the Centuries p308-335
Socials 8
LG 10 Reformation Theses-Critical Thinking
Concepts:
Historical information about the Reformation
Seminars:
Review information about the Reformation
Review Martin Luther’s 95 Theses.
Assignment:
Consider what you would change about Thomas Haney, MacDonalds or another institution or business that you have knowledge about.
Create a poster giving 15 theses of change.
Remember-These will reflect your values not someone else’s
Resource:
Across the Centuries p336-352
English 8
LG 10 Poetry-Literary Terms
Concepts: Definitions and use of poetic devices.
Seminar:
Review definitions and examples of poetic devices which include; alliteration, simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, oxymoron, symbolism, imagery, and onomatopoeia.
Assignment:
1)a) Create an anthology of poems that demonstrate the
use of the poetic devices presented.
b) Compose own poem which incorporate 3 of the 9
poetic devices.
Remember to underline and label the poetic devices in the poems for parts a and b. Include the authors’ names for all poems including your own.
2) Class test on definitions of poetic terms and their use.
English/Socials 8
LG 11/12/13 Scientific Revolution Invention Project
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text/oral format.
Concepts: Integrated learning
Aspects of oral presentations
Presenting visual information
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits.
Review expectations around oral presentations focusing on content, organization of information and physical presentation.
Discussion about the era the scientific revolution.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p353-360
Link:
http://videos.howstuffworks.com/hsw/27342-age-of-reason-isaac-newtons-scientific-revolution-video.htm
Assignments:
1) Create a modern day invention-include a written guide or
manual to explain how it works and the impact on society.
2) Create a detailed diagram or 3D model of your invention
showing how it works.
3) Put together an oral presentation to sell it to a company for
production. May include power point, commercials (tv/radio),
magazine ad, billboard ad.....
This project may be done with a partner.
Oral Presentation Checklist
Scientific Revolution Invention Project
Student:
Date:
Assignment:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
English/Socials 8
LG 14/15/16 Exploration-Colony Project
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text/oral format.
Concepts: Integrated learning
Aspects of oral presentations
Presenting visual information
Seminar:
How learning can be integrated rather than categorized. How to look at assignments within a big picture. Saving time and producing quality assignments for multiple credits.
Review expectations around oral presentations focusing on content, organization of information and physical presentation.
Discussion about the era of exploration.
Resources:
Across the Centuries p362-381
p437-443
p450-471
Links:
http:///www.pbs.org/opb/conquistadors/home.htm
http:///www.learner.org/interactives/renaissance/exploration.html
http:///www.enchantedlearning.com/explorers
Assignments:
These 3 guides will be for written information, visual representation and oral presentation.
1) Create a brochure, power point or commercial storyboard to
promote your new colony.
Include information about:
government-type, leaders
industry-personal and colony economy
education-schools, training
resources-what is available in the area for survival needs
geography-physical layout of the surrounding area
climate-
2) Create a detailed map or 3-D model of your colony.
Use mapping essentials.
Include:
water sources, trade routes, resources, land use,
buildings and other information given in assignment #1
This project may be done with a partner
Interview/Presentation Checklist
Exploration-Colony Project
Student:
Date:
Assignment:
Circle the appropriate number:
1-poor 2-fair 3-good 4-very good 5-excellent
Knowledge of topic 1 2 3 4 5
Proper use of language 1 2 3 4 5
Apparent confidence 1 2 3 4 5
(eye contact, body language, attitude)
Ability to self assess 1 2 3 4 5
(explain errors or omissions)
Prepared for interview/presentation 1 2 3 4 5
/25
English 8
LG 17 Bias and Stereotype
Concepts: Stereotype, bias
Seminars:
Bias-a particular tendency or inclination, prejudice.
Stereotype-an often oversimplified or biased mental picture held to characterize the typical individual of a group
Review the development of a 7-step paragraph
Assignments:
Bias-Write 2, 7-step paragraphs on a chosen topic.
One paragraph will present the “for” arguments
One paragraph will present the “against” arguments.
Stereotype-Write a 5 paragraph essay demonstrating
3 stereotype groups that you fit into.
Possible topics for Bias paragraphs:
1-Capital Punishment
2-Legalization of Pot
3-Banning Use of Cell Phones in Schools
4-School Uniforms
5-Raising the Driving Age to 18
6-Zoos
7-Should we have held the 2010 Olympics
or-Student Choice-must check the preferred topic with teacher.
Socials 8
LG 17 Mayan/Aztec/Inca Poster
Concepts:
Historical information about the Mayan, Aztec and Inca cultures
Seminar:
Review informaton about the Mayan, Aztec and Inca cultures with regards to Religion, Agriculture, Accomplishments and Geographic location.
Assignment:
Choose one of the 3 cultures and make a poster divides into 4 sections. Include colour illustrations, related information and labels. Do in note form.
The 4 sections of your poster are:
Religion
Agriculture
Accomplishments
Geographic Location
Resources: Across the Centuries Mayan p404-409
Aztec p420-428
Inca p429-435
Links:
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/mayas.htm
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/aztecs.htm
http://www.latinamericanstudies.org/incas.htm
English/Socials 8
LG 18 Graphic Novels and Freytag Pyramid
Concepts:
Representation of knowledge using a visual/text format.
Using a Freytag Pyramid to show key elements of a short story plot line
Seminar:
1) Introduction to graphic novels. Demonstrate how visual clues help to enhance text. Examples of visual demonstration of emotions, senses, symbols, onomatopoeia, time lines and use of quotations.
2)Introduction to the program “Comic Life”. Discuss when and how to use the program.
3)Discuss the elements of a short story using the Freytag Pyramid model. These elements include introduction, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action and conclusion.
Assignments:
1-Fill in the Freytag Pyramid sheet for the myth read in class.
2-Develop a graphic novel for the myth you chose. Do a Freytag Pyramid outline first. There should be one picture to show the Title, Introduction, Inciting Incident and Conclusion.
More information is needed for Rising Action and Falling Action, so there should be a minimum of 2 pictures for each of these.
Pictures may be drawn, cut from magazines or downloaded off the inter net.
Mayan Myth
Freytag Pyramid Summary
Title:
Introduction:
Inciting incident:
Rising Action:
Climax:
Falling Action:
Conclusion:
English/Socials 8
LG 19-Note Taking
Concepts: Note taking
Seminar:
Discussion and examples of note taking for text, fiction and oral presentation of information.
Assignment:
In class examples of note taking strategies.
Test on all types of note taking.
Test questions based on examples done in class:
Text: Across the Centuries-general text features/Crusades
Fiction: The Outsiders
Oral Presentation: Seminar on Bias and Stereotype
English/Socials 8
LG 20-Course Reflection
Concepts: Student self-assessment
Seminar:
Discussion and examples of student self-assessment
Assignment:
Complete an in class self-assessment sheet.
Items to consider include:
Student progress and work habits
Evaluation of the English and Social Studies learning guides
Discussion of favourite/least favorite guides
Suggestions for other activities.
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