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English
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SC Standards Addressed: E4-4, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1-2.4; 2.7-2.9; RS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4; W 1.1-1.5; 1.6.3; 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1; E4-R 3.1-3.4; C 1.1, 1.10 Click here to see SC State Standards
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18 Welcome! Today we will review classroom rules and
procedures, materials, expectations, the syllabus, and world peace (perhaps
not world peace this early in the semester). You’ll receive your first vocabulary list
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19 Quick review of vocabulary words: I will grade for the word, definition, part of speech and an ORIGINAL
sentence using the word correctly (that means don’t copy one from the
Internet, please). Prior to reading “The Cold Equations” we will watch a short video on
Hurricane Hugo and discuss difficult choices that are made during the course
of life. We’ll establish the definition of “suspense” and locate examples
within the text. Mini-lesson on “Reader Response” criticism approach to texts, as well
as examples. Materials: video; textbook;
handout on Reader Response criticism Assessment: check for vocabulary words; class
discussion; Homework: Use the “Reader Response” approach and critique “The Cold Equations”. Your critique should be at least 200 words, either neatly written or typed. OR, write a 200+ word essay on your response to the text, using the Reader Response approach; OR, write an essay based on suspense and the examples used in the story. |
20 Ticket in the door: Reader Response assignment due. Text to text comparison of how suspense is used … “The Cold Equations” by Tom Godwin vs. “Trap of Gold” by Louis L’Amour. Acrostic of SUSPENSE -- Materials: textbook;
handout on “New Criticism” approach Assessment: check for vocabulary words; class
discussion; acrostic Homework: Write
a mystery using your vocabulary words. Words should be underlined within your
text and should be used correctly. Label three examples
of SUSPENSE. Entertain me!! |
21 Mysteries turned in; opportunity to share with class Vocabulary review/worksheet Numeracy: How to factor Raw score Understanding “Plot” using “The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant”. Materials: textbook;
vocabulary review; mysteries written and turned in Assessment: check for vocabulary words; class
discussion; mysteries Homework: Vocabulary worksheet; study for vocabulary test; read “The
Book of Sand” and write 5 observations regarding the story |
22 Vocabulary quiz (possibility
of 25 points) “Resolution”
as found in “The Book of Sand” Introduction to “New Criticism” approach to critiquing text. We will discuss how to pair the two short stories and how to present a “New Criticism” piece. Vocabulary
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SC Standards Addressed: SC Standards Addressed: E4-4, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1-2.4; 2.7-2.9; RS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4; W 1.1-1.5; 1.6.3; 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1; E4-R 3.1-3.4; C 1.1, 1.10 Click here to see SC State Standards
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SC Standards Addressed: SC Standards Addressed: E4-4, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1-2.4; 2.7-2.9; RS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4; W 1.1-1.5; 1.6.3; 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1; E4-R 3.1-3.4; C 1.1, 1.10 Click here to see SC State Standards
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SC Standards Addressed: E4-4, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1-2.4;
2.7-2.9; RS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4; W 1.1-1.5; 1.6.3; 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3,
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SC Standards Addressed SC Standards Addressed: SC Standards Addressed: E4-4, 1.3, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1-2.4; 2.7-2.9; RS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.4; W 1.1-1.5; 1.6.3; 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3, 4.1; E4-R 3.1-3.4; C 1.1, 1.10 Click here to see SC State Standards
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AP Literature/3rd
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18 Welcome! Classroom rules, procedures, expectations, materials, etc. etc. etc. If time, we will begin “The Most Dangerous Game” Materials: Textbook Smartboard presentation of rules, procedures, etc. Assessment: Not yet, but soon. Homework: Complete reading of “The Most Dangerous Game”; bring in ten separate observations of the short story for class discussion. Make sure to address the following topics: symbolism, implausibility, extreme savagery, extreme civility, theme; escape fiction, etc. |
19 Ticket in the door:
10 observations of “The Most Dangerous Game”; Discussion on Escape
fiction Short quiz Class discussion on
the short story; Handouts!! Lots of handouts
on critical approaches, terminology, etc. Materials: Textbook handouts Assessment: 10 observations; quiz; Homework: Read “The Child by
Tiger” and write
a comparison or contrast of this story to “The Most Dangerous Game”. Should
be at least 500 words. Address the following statement: “In terms of setting,
plot and character, “The Child by Tiger” is more credible, more complex and
more significant than “The Most Dangerous Game”. |
20 Discussion points:
Mini lesson on “New
Criticism”; Groups must prove or
disprove the short story is an “escape story” based on “New Criticism”
approach. Materials: Textbook handouts Assessment: Not yet, but soon. Homework: Answer sample AP essay question – you do not have to write the actual essay, but you have to list the major points you would make in your essay. |
21 What is AP? An explanation of what the course will entail; sections of the AP test; Test, The Poisonwood Bible |
22 Students will begin taking an AP test to use as a baseline. Materials: Textbook Handouts Practice test Assessment: Practice test Homework: |
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HSAP English
Reading Standards:
R1: Reading Processes/Comprehension
R2: Analysis of Text
R3: Word Study and Analysis
Writing Standards:
W1: The Writing Process
W2: Writing Purposes
W3: Responding to Texts
W4: Legibility
Research Standards:
R1: Selecting a Research
Topic
R2: Gathering Information and
Refining a Topic
Procedure:
Each student will work on one or more of the objectives as determined by the
results of Criterion Referenced Test. Entry level tests determine the student’s
appropriate ability level. Students work individually on lessons comprised of
the various skills tested on HSAP. The teacher will assist as needed.
Assessment:
For each lesson, a score of 70% on each of the nine sections must be reached
before the student is allowed to continue.
Materials:
Writing topic sheets, worksheets, computers, PLATO program, reading workbooks