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Class Work
1. Discuss questions 1, 6, 7, 8, 10, and 15 in Between Worlds.
2. Look at techniques of effective arguments.
3. Read " The Plan the Saved the Planet" and discuss Gore's latest ideas/techniques to save the planet.
Homework
1. Begin the draft of a critique of "An Inconvient Truth". Think about the strengths and weaknesses of the documentary. List them. This is the draft of the draft, so to speak.
2. Decide what you plan to save. See Monday's post for the list. Remember, you are free to select something to save that is not on the list. Creativity is fine.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
November 2, 2009
Class Work
Finish viewing "An Inconvenient Truth." Discuss the things you can do to lower CO2 levels. What are you already doing?
Homework
Go to pp. 318-319 in Between Worlds. Be prepared to answer questions 1, 6, 7, 8, 10, and 15.
Be thinking about things that need "saving". Which of the following would you be willing to help save?
Finish viewing "An Inconvenient Truth." Discuss the things you can do to lower CO2 levels. What are you already doing?
Homework
Go to pp. 318-319 in Between Worlds. Be prepared to answer questions 1, 6, 7, 8, 10, and 15.
Be thinking about things that need "saving". Which of the following would you be willing to help save?
- whales
- polar bears
- Chesapeake Bay
- gorillas
- elephants
- tigers
- frogs (Celebrate Save the Frogs Day on April 30th!)
- something else . . .
Why does it need saving?
Friday, October 30, 2009
October 30, 2009
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Class Work
We will be watching the rest of An Inconvenient Truth. Before the show begins, take a look at the question on p. 318-319. Be prepared to discuss.
Homework
Read “Al Gore Warms Up to a Very Hot Topic” pp. 308-310, “Did Al Get the Science Right?” pp. 310-316, and “Warniing of Calamities and Hoping for a Change” pp. 316-317. Jot down 3-5 lines from each with which you agree and 3-5 lines from each with which you disagree.
Class Work
We will be watching the rest of An Inconvenient Truth. Before the show begins, take a look at the question on p. 318-319. Be prepared to discuss.
Homework
Read “Al Gore Warms Up to a Very Hot Topic” pp. 308-310, “Did Al Get the Science Right?” pp. 310-316, and “Warniing of Calamities and Hoping for a Change” pp. 316-317. Jot down 3-5 lines from each with which you agree and 3-5 lines from each with which you disagree.
Monday, October 26, 2009
October 26, 2009
October 26, 2009 English 101 patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com
Class Work
1. Today is Writing Workshop – you must have your draft!
2. Get in groups of four. Your paper will be read three times. Sit on a “circle”. Pass your paper to the person on your right. This is reader #1.
a. Reader #1 will read the entire paper but focus on the “problem” section. Is it effective? Does it capture the attention of the reader? Highlight effective lines in Green. Highlight facts in YELLOW. Is there a story to support the facts?
Pass the papers to the right again. This is reader #2.
b. Reader #2 will read the entire paper but focus on the “solution” section. Are the solutions realistic? Are the solutions affordable? Have the solutions actually been tried with success somewhere? Do you want to join in and help to solve the problem? If so, why? If not, why not? (Write the answers on the back of the author’s paper.)
Pass the papers to the right again. This is reader #3.
c. Reader #3 is checking for standard grammar, usage, and mechanics. Note needed changes on the paper.
3. All readers must sign the author’s paper.
4. Save the Whales, Save the Polar Bears, Save Water, Recycle, Save the Lizards . . . it seems that everything needs to be saved. Discussion . . . is there anything that you are trying to save? We are going to be working on a unit that focuses on An Inconvenient Truth, a 2006 documentary based on Al Gore’s campaign against global warming. It won a 2007 Academy Award.
Homework
1. Finish the final copy of your problem/solution essay. It, along with the draft and editing comments, is due Wednesday.
2. Read Between Screens pp. 283-287 for tips on watching film.
Class Work
1. Today is Writing Workshop – you must have your draft!
2. Get in groups of four. Your paper will be read three times. Sit on a “circle”. Pass your paper to the person on your right. This is reader #1.
a. Reader #1 will read the entire paper but focus on the “problem” section. Is it effective? Does it capture the attention of the reader? Highlight effective lines in Green. Highlight facts in YELLOW. Is there a story to support the facts?
Pass the papers to the right again. This is reader #2.
b. Reader #2 will read the entire paper but focus on the “solution” section. Are the solutions realistic? Are the solutions affordable? Have the solutions actually been tried with success somewhere? Do you want to join in and help to solve the problem? If so, why? If not, why not? (Write the answers on the back of the author’s paper.)
Pass the papers to the right again. This is reader #3.
c. Reader #3 is checking for standard grammar, usage, and mechanics. Note needed changes on the paper.
3. All readers must sign the author’s paper.
4. Save the Whales, Save the Polar Bears, Save Water, Recycle, Save the Lizards . . . it seems that everything needs to be saved. Discussion . . . is there anything that you are trying to save? We are going to be working on a unit that focuses on An Inconvenient Truth, a 2006 documentary based on Al Gore’s campaign against global warming. It won a 2007 Academy Award.
Homework
1. Finish the final copy of your problem/solution essay. It, along with the draft and editing comments, is due Wednesday.
2. Read Between Screens pp. 283-287 for tips on watching film.
Friday, October 23, 2009
October 23, 2009
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Class Work
1. Prove that your selected problem exists. Get into groups of FOUR. One person will read his or her “problem”. The other group members will either believe or doubt that a problem exists and note which of the following have been used in the paper.
2.
A. What is the problem?
B. What proof is there?
C. How many people are affected by this?
D. What impact does it have on finance?
E. What impact does it have on health?
F. What are the emotional costs?
G. How wide-spread is the problem?
H. Is there a specific example from life or from the news?
I. Is there a statistic or an anecdote that is provocative or compelling in the introduction.
3. Take turns reading until all have read. Assign one person from the group to share his or her essay with the class. (Problem section only.)
4. Now share the solutions. Again, elect one person to share with the class.
Solutions – What makes a solution possible and believable?
A. Reasonable cost
B. Ease of implementation
C. Success rates
D. Popularity
What would convince you? What would move you to action?
5. Taking a look at subject/verb agreement - http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/cgi-shl/quiz.pl/agreement_add1.htm
Homework
o Polish your paper. Bring the rough draft to class on Monday.You must have your draft with you.
o Bring Between Worlds to class on Monday.
Class Work
1. Prove that your selected problem exists. Get into groups of FOUR. One person will read his or her “problem”. The other group members will either believe or doubt that a problem exists and note which of the following have been used in the paper.
2.
A. What is the problem?
B. What proof is there?
C. How many people are affected by this?
D. What impact does it have on finance?
E. What impact does it have on health?
F. What are the emotional costs?
G. How wide-spread is the problem?
H. Is there a specific example from life or from the news?
I. Is there a statistic or an anecdote that is provocative or compelling in the introduction.
3. Take turns reading until all have read. Assign one person from the group to share his or her essay with the class. (Problem section only.)
4. Now share the solutions. Again, elect one person to share with the class.
Solutions – What makes a solution possible and believable?
A. Reasonable cost
B. Ease of implementation
C. Success rates
D. Popularity
What would convince you? What would move you to action?
5. Taking a look at subject/verb agreement - http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/cgi-shl/quiz.pl/agreement_add1.htm
Homework
o Polish your paper. Bring the rough draft to class on Monday.You must have your draft with you.
o Bring Between Worlds to class on Monday.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
October 21, 2009
ser⋅en⋅dip⋅i⋅ty
1.
an aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident.
2.
good fortune; luck: the serendipity of getting the first job she applied for.
October 21, 2009 patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com
Class Work
1. First, we are going to practice “serendipity” by going outside and visiting the Love Your Body displays. While there, discover something you can use in the paper you are currently writing. Be a sponge. Soak in the sights and sounds. Read the posters and handouts. Find something that relates to your writing topic. Return to the room at 12:25.
2. Sharing of discoveries – whole class . . .
3. Get with a partner to review the “problem” part of the paper. Did your partner prove that a problem exists? Is there a specific example from life or from the news?
A. What is the problem?
B. What proof is there?
C. How many people are affected by this?
D. What impact does it have on finance?
E. What impact does it have on health?
F. What are the emotional costs?
G. How wide-spread is the problem?
These are just a few of the questions that could be answered to prove that a problem exists.
Homework
1. While the peer editing comments are fresh on your mind, revise the “problem” section of your paper. Refer to the questions above to help you locate additional information. Be sure to document your sources.
2. Now, start to work on the solution part of the paper – write the draft. Bring both parts of the paper to class on Friday.
1.
an aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident.
2.
good fortune; luck: the serendipity of getting the first job she applied for.
October 21, 2009 patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com
Class Work
1. First, we are going to practice “serendipity” by going outside and visiting the Love Your Body displays. While there, discover something you can use in the paper you are currently writing. Be a sponge. Soak in the sights and sounds. Read the posters and handouts. Find something that relates to your writing topic. Return to the room at 12:25.
2. Sharing of discoveries – whole class . . .
3. Get with a partner to review the “problem” part of the paper. Did your partner prove that a problem exists? Is there a specific example from life or from the news?
A. What is the problem?
B. What proof is there?
C. How many people are affected by this?
D. What impact does it have on finance?
E. What impact does it have on health?
F. What are the emotional costs?
G. How wide-spread is the problem?
These are just a few of the questions that could be answered to prove that a problem exists.
Homework
1. While the peer editing comments are fresh on your mind, revise the “problem” section of your paper. Refer to the questions above to help you locate additional information. Be sure to document your sources.
2. Now, start to work on the solution part of the paper – write the draft. Bring both parts of the paper to class on Friday.
Monday, October 19, 2009
October 19, 2009
October 19, 2009 www.eatonenglish101.blogspot.com patriciaeatonaz@yahoo.com
Class Work
1. What do you think; is the fast food industry responsible for America’s weight problems?
· View: http://web.archive.org/web/20070202013552/http://www.supersizeme-thedebate.co.uk/ (England Reacts.
· http://www.liquidcalories.com/ (All Fast Food – No soft drinks.)
· http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jNLDw6qx9A (Amazing Pizza Diet)
2. Now answer the question again. Do you come up with the same answer?
3. Find a topic. You can write about body image. You can write about the obesity epidemic. You can write about fast food. You can write about diets. You can write about Barbie. Whatever the topic, make sure that food is part of the problem or solution. We will be writing a problem/solution paper.
4. First, describe the problem. Find proof that there is a problem. Tell why the problem exists.
Next, offer solutions. You must offer solutions that are viable money-wise and practically speaking. It’s best to offer solutions that have actually worked somewhere.
5. Take a look at a problem/solution paper.
Homework
Start your research. Clearly define the problem. Find evidence to prove that a problem exists. Find one story as evidence.
Class Work
1. What do you think; is the fast food industry responsible for America’s weight problems?
· View: http://web.archive.org/web/20070202013552/http://www.supersizeme-thedebate.co.uk/ (England Reacts.
· http://www.liquidcalories.com/ (All Fast Food – No soft drinks.)
· http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jNLDw6qx9A (Amazing Pizza Diet)
2. Now answer the question again. Do you come up with the same answer?
3. Find a topic. You can write about body image. You can write about the obesity epidemic. You can write about fast food. You can write about diets. You can write about Barbie. Whatever the topic, make sure that food is part of the problem or solution. We will be writing a problem/solution paper.
4. First, describe the problem. Find proof that there is a problem. Tell why the problem exists.
Next, offer solutions. You must offer solutions that are viable money-wise and practically speaking. It’s best to offer solutions that have actually worked somewhere.
5. Take a look at a problem/solution paper.
Homework
Start your research. Clearly define the problem. Find evidence to prove that a problem exists. Find one story as evidence.
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