Monday’s Objective(s)-
- I can produce effective and grade-appropriate writing.
- I can write an argument to support a claim (thesis).
- Starter/Welcome Work - Collect MC ?s
- FRQ - A Doll’s House - Nora Helmer is considered one of the strongest female characters in all of literature. Support or refute this claim.
Tuesday’s Objective(s)-
- I can write an argument to support a claim (thesis).
- I can conduct both short and extended research. I can focus an inquiry on a problem or question. I can solve a problem. I can synthesize information from multiple sources. I can narrow or broaden my inquiry. I can demonstrate understanding of a subject by solving a problem or answering a question.
- SAT Question of the Day
- DGP - Phrases & Parts of Speech
- Research/Evidence Collection
- Create a group claim
- Start research for argumentative essay
HW - DGP (Clauses & Punctuation) & Research
Wednesday’s Objective(s)-
- Welcome Work - List 1 credible source & how you can use it in your essay
- Daily Grammar Practice Review (Clauses / Type of Sent. & Punctuation)
- Essay Planning/Essay Construction
- Comb through research / gather more research
- Look at mentor texts & discuss incorporating research
HW - DGP (Diagram) & Argumentative Work
Thursday’s Objective(s)-
- I can write an argument to support a claim (thesis).
- I can introduce a precise and knowledgeable claim. I can establish the significance of the claim, distinguish claim from alternate or opposing claims, clearly organize relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons and evidence
- I can use relevant evidence to support claim(s) and counterclaim(s) fairly, adapt claim(s) and counterclaims to audience's knowledge level and concerns.
- I can use transitions and varied syntax to create cohesion between claim(s) and reasons, reasons and evidence, and claim(s) and counterclaims.
- I can use an objective tone; I can attend to the norms and conventions of the subject area in which I am writing.
- I can provide a concluding section / statement that supports the argument(s) presented.
- Welcome Work - SAT Question of the Day
- Daily Grammar Practice Review (Diagram)
- Give Week 4 Sentence (?)
- Essay Construction
- Work on draft
- Incorporate Research
- Citations
HW - Argumentative Rough Draft (due Monday)
Friday’s Objective(s)-
Challenge Day - No regular classes!