Homework
1,2:
This class now has it's own calendar. Please see the main page on mrboz.com.
Do Pictionaries and synonyms for unit 3
On Wednesday, all students should have the elements of a play sheet filled out for their play idea. We will discuss them in more depth then.
3,6,7:
Do Completing the Sentence to be reviewed tomorrow.
Rough draft of the picture essay is due Wednesday. The good draft is due Friday. Students will be reading their piece to the class.
Today
1,2:
Listened to vocab unit 3 words
I looked over the elements of a play sheet and then gave suggestions for their completion.
3,6,7:
Daily Drill
Discussed ways to improve the picture essays
SSW time to work on the essay
Monday, September 29, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
September 26, 2008
Homework
1,2:
I asked that they have a rough idea for their play on Monday. They should not kill themselves trying to get every detail. they should be ready to discuss and start mapping it out next week.
3,6,7,:
None
I will say that these students should be ready to read their picture pieces on Wednesday with the good draft due on Friday.
Today
1,2:
Review the vocab answers and prepared for the quiz.
We took vocab quiz unit 2 and a notebook quiz.
I gave them a little time to work on the play
I also got in touch with the man who wrote Right Hand Man. We are going to send him some questions about his play. I will post his reply on our page on mrboz.com when I get the answers.
6 and 7
We reviewed the vocab and did our weekly drawing. If the students are in the drawing, that means all their homework is done. If they were not, that is the indication that they need to get me something.
We took the notebook quiz.
We watched an inspirational video. You should see this young man!
I told the students that they should prepare for the spotlight because they will be in it!
3
We reviewed the vocab and did our weekly drawing. If the students are in the drawing, that means all their homework is done. If they were not, that is the indication that they need to get me something.
We took the notebook quiz.
Then we worked on some worksheets so they could stay focused.
1,2:
I asked that they have a rough idea for their play on Monday. They should not kill themselves trying to get every detail. they should be ready to discuss and start mapping it out next week.
3,6,7,:
None
I will say that these students should be ready to read their picture pieces on Wednesday with the good draft due on Friday.
Today
1,2:
Review the vocab answers and prepared for the quiz.
We took vocab quiz unit 2 and a notebook quiz.
I gave them a little time to work on the play
I also got in touch with the man who wrote Right Hand Man. We are going to send him some questions about his play. I will post his reply on our page on mrboz.com when I get the answers.
6 and 7
We reviewed the vocab and did our weekly drawing. If the students are in the drawing, that means all their homework is done. If they were not, that is the indication that they need to get me something.
We took the notebook quiz.
We watched an inspirational video. You should see this young man!
I told the students that they should prepare for the spotlight because they will be in it!
3
We reviewed the vocab and did our weekly drawing. If the students are in the drawing, that means all their homework is done. If they were not, that is the indication that they need to get me something.
We took the notebook quiz.
Then we worked on some worksheets so they could stay focused.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
September 25, 2008
Homework
1,2:
Completing the Sentence with context clues
Quiz on Unit 2
Get grade slip signed
3,6,7:
Choosing the Right Word with context clues Unit 2
Sections 3 and 7 should get their grade slips signed
Students should be working on their picture essays at home
I think we will begin reading to the class on Wednesday October 1
Today
1,2:
No daily drill
Reviewed vocabulary
Continued to review the elements of a good play sheet and watched Right Hand Man again
Handed out grade slips
3,6,7:
No daily drill
Reviewed vocabulary
Read a good example of the narrative for the picture (example is on assignment page on mrboz.com)
SSW time for writing
Daily Drills explanation
I am rethinking how I do the daily drills. As much as I like them, they are taking up too much time. I must give students quiet writing time, yet they need instruction. In the past, most of the writing was done outside class. This year, the students would benefit from more in-class time. That is why I have not been doing daily drills this week.
1,2:
Completing the Sentence with context clues
Quiz on Unit 2
Get grade slip signed
3,6,7:
Choosing the Right Word with context clues Unit 2
Sections 3 and 7 should get their grade slips signed
Students should be working on their picture essays at home
I think we will begin reading to the class on Wednesday October 1
Today
1,2:
No daily drill
Reviewed vocabulary
Continued to review the elements of a good play sheet and watched Right Hand Man again
Handed out grade slips
3,6,7:
No daily drill
Reviewed vocabulary
Read a good example of the narrative for the picture (example is on assignment page on mrboz.com)
SSW time for writing
Daily Drills explanation
I am rethinking how I do the daily drills. As much as I like them, they are taking up too much time. I must give students quiet writing time, yet they need instruction. In the past, most of the writing was done outside class. This year, the students would benefit from more in-class time. That is why I have not been doing daily drills this week.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
September 24, 2008
Homework
1,2: Choosing the Right Word, Antonyms, Vocab in Context Unit 2
3,6,7: Finish the pictionaries and synonyms Unit 2
Today
1,2:
No Daily Drill
Reviewed pictionaries
Read through most of the Elements of a Good Play handout (located play page at mrboz.com)
Began watching Right Hand Man again using the handout to analyze it.
I suggested they have an idea for their play by Friday or Monday. I will ask them to write it up for credit soon. I want to figure out an assignment worthy of a grade.
3,6,7
No Daily Drill
Listened to words 11-20 Unit 2
Handed out a suggested outline for the current writing piece (located on the assignment page on mrboz.com)
Gave students 30 minutes to write. I want the piece mostly written in class.
1,2: Choosing the Right Word, Antonyms, Vocab in Context Unit 2
3,6,7: Finish the pictionaries and synonyms Unit 2
Today
1,2:
No Daily Drill
Reviewed pictionaries
Read through most of the Elements of a Good Play handout (located play page at mrboz.com)
Began watching Right Hand Man again using the handout to analyze it.
I suggested they have an idea for their play by Friday or Monday. I will ask them to write it up for credit soon. I want to figure out an assignment worthy of a grade.
3,6,7
No Daily Drill
Listened to words 11-20 Unit 2
Handed out a suggested outline for the current writing piece (located on the assignment page on mrboz.com)
Gave students 30 minutes to write. I want the piece mostly written in class.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
September 23, 2008
Homework
1,2:
Pictionaries and synonyms unit 2
Be thinking about ideas for your play
3,6,7:
Pictionaries 1-10 unit 2
Today
1,2:
No daily drill (no time)
Handed back the quizzes so they could see how they did.
We listened to all of unit 2 words
We watched an example of a one act play called "Right Hand Man." You can watch it on YouTube. If you do, I muted one inappropriate word. Besides that one word, the play is good for showing students the basic idea of what they will be creating. We discussed a worksheet I gave them on the different parts of a play like title, character, setting, etc. I only got through discussing the title and how important it is. We will watch the play a few more times.
3,6,7:
No daily drill (no time)
Handed back the quizzes so they could see how they did.
Listened to words 1-10 unit 2
Gave them work time on the next essay. They are to explain how there is a story behind every picture. Sadly, many students still did not have a picture. I guess they will have to write the story without it. The topic will just have to be to write about a moment in their lives. That is not as much fun.
1,2:
Pictionaries and synonyms unit 2
Be thinking about ideas for your play
3,6,7:
Pictionaries 1-10 unit 2
Today
1,2:
No daily drill (no time)
Handed back the quizzes so they could see how they did.
We listened to all of unit 2 words
We watched an example of a one act play called "Right Hand Man." You can watch it on YouTube. If you do, I muted one inappropriate word. Besides that one word, the play is good for showing students the basic idea of what they will be creating. We discussed a worksheet I gave them on the different parts of a play like title, character, setting, etc. I only got through discussing the title and how important it is. We will watch the play a few more times.
3,6,7:
No daily drill (no time)
Handed back the quizzes so they could see how they did.
Listened to words 1-10 unit 2
Gave them work time on the next essay. They are to explain how there is a story behind every picture. Sadly, many students still did not have a picture. I guess they will have to write the story without it. The topic will just have to be to write about a moment in their lives. That is not as much fun.
Friday, September 19, 2008
September 19, 2008
Homework:
Sections 1 and 2 should always be thinking about story ideas for the play. My goal for the coming week to to get them to begin a story and flesh out the details.
Sections 3,6,7 were to bring a picture by today. Unfortunately, most did not. Please send in a picture with your child on Tuesday.
Today:
We did Photography Friday. In all classes, we focused on what the photographer was trying to say with his picture. We started by trying to explain the picture without knowing the story. Then we looked at the caption that accompanied the picture. In some cases, we were correct. In other cases, there were not enough details in the picture to know exactly what the photographer was trying to convey. For sections 3,6,7, this discussion related to their assignment: there is a story behind every picture.
For sections 1 and 2, I related today's pictures to the intention of the photographer. I explained that whenever a photographer takes a picture, he realizes that someone is going to view the picture. That knowledge affects what he photographs. The students need to be aware of their audience as they conceive their plays. I told them that they should be thinking about how they want to affect the audience. What do they want the audience to go aways with when the play is over?
Sections 1 and 2 should always be thinking about story ideas for the play. My goal for the coming week to to get them to begin a story and flesh out the details.
Sections 3,6,7 were to bring a picture by today. Unfortunately, most did not. Please send in a picture with your child on Tuesday.
Today:
We did Photography Friday. In all classes, we focused on what the photographer was trying to say with his picture. We started by trying to explain the picture without knowing the story. Then we looked at the caption that accompanied the picture. In some cases, we were correct. In other cases, there were not enough details in the picture to know exactly what the photographer was trying to convey. For sections 3,6,7, this discussion related to their assignment: there is a story behind every picture.
For sections 1 and 2, I related today's pictures to the intention of the photographer. I explained that whenever a photographer takes a picture, he realizes that someone is going to view the picture. That knowledge affects what he photographs. The students need to be aware of their audience as they conceive their plays. I told them that they should be thinking about how they want to affect the audience. What do they want the audience to go aways with when the play is over?
Thursday, September 18, 2008
September 18, 2008
Homework:
Sections 3,6,7 should have a picture from home. We are starting the prompt in earnest tomorrow. I want them to explain the story behind the picture. I will be taking the pictures home and scanning them so they can be displayed behind the students as they read their pieces to the class. I will make sure the pictures stay safe... as long as they are labeled with the students' names.
Sections 1 and 2 should be thinking about their plays. I am trying show students how they can be thinking through possible ideas for a play. I am having students present ideas for plays based on some pictures I found. As a class, we explored the possibilities.
Today:
All classes did a daily drill
All classes took Unit 1 quiz
Each class did something different after these. Too much to write.
Sections 3,6,7 should have a picture from home. We are starting the prompt in earnest tomorrow. I want them to explain the story behind the picture. I will be taking the pictures home and scanning them so they can be displayed behind the students as they read their pieces to the class. I will make sure the pictures stay safe... as long as they are labeled with the students' names.
Sections 1 and 2 should be thinking about their plays. I am trying show students how they can be thinking through possible ideas for a play. I am having students present ideas for plays based on some pictures I found. As a class, we explored the possibilities.
Today:
All classes did a daily drill
All classes took Unit 1 quiz
Each class did something different after these. Too much to write.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Homework:
All classes have the unit 1 quiz tomorrow.
Sections 3,6,7 have flashcards to make to study for the quiz.
Today:
Sections 3,6,7
Daily Drill
Reviewed vocabulary
We began making flashcards in class. They were to finish for homework.
Sections 1,2
Daily Drill
Reviewed vocabulary focusing on the parts of speech.
Listened to some ideas for plays based on the pictures we have been looking at. Both classes have some neat ideas. Students read their ideas to us while we looked at the picture. Then we tried to fill in some details or ask questions. Since I have the spotlights, I hope the students are starting to think "play." I need them to picture a stage and not a movie set. They need to think dialogue, not narrative. I will post an example of what one person wrote when she e-mails me her copy.
All classes have the unit 1 quiz tomorrow.
Sections 3,6,7 have flashcards to make to study for the quiz.
Today:
Sections 3,6,7
Daily Drill
Reviewed vocabulary
We began making flashcards in class. They were to finish for homework.
Sections 1,2
Daily Drill
Reviewed vocabulary focusing on the parts of speech.
Listened to some ideas for plays based on the pictures we have been looking at. Both classes have some neat ideas. Students read their ideas to us while we looked at the picture. Then we tried to fill in some details or ask questions. Since I have the spotlights, I hope the students are starting to think "play." I need them to picture a stage and not a movie set. They need to think dialogue, not narrative. I will post an example of what one person wrote when she e-mails me her copy.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
September 16, 2008
Homework:
All: Finish Unit 1 in the vocabulary book
Sections 3,6,7
Bring in a picture for the next writing assignment.
Sections 1 and 2
Students should have a somewhat detailed story to accompany the picture they were writing on in class. Section 2 listened to an example of what I am looking for. Basically, I want the background of the main character and the story line that goes with the picture, as if the picture is a scene from a larger play. I want to be able to sit down, look at the picture, and hear a nice story about it. Who knows? This could be the storyline of their play.
Today
Sections 3,6,7
Daily Drill
Checked Completing the Sentence for credit
Then we started discussing the steps for starting to write their next essay: Every picture has a story. We practiced by looking at the for pictures you can see on the assignment page at www.mrboz.com. I will post the steps for brainstorming tomorrow after we use them in class. Basically, it is the 5 w's, why did the photographer take the picture? and describe what happened before and after the picture was taken.
Sections 1 and 2
Daily Drill
Reviewed homework but did not put in book
We continued to practice developing characters that have talents but also have limitations.
All: Finish Unit 1 in the vocabulary book
Sections 3,6,7
Bring in a picture for the next writing assignment.
Sections 1 and 2
Students should have a somewhat detailed story to accompany the picture they were writing on in class. Section 2 listened to an example of what I am looking for. Basically, I want the background of the main character and the story line that goes with the picture, as if the picture is a scene from a larger play. I want to be able to sit down, look at the picture, and hear a nice story about it. Who knows? This could be the storyline of their play.
Today
Sections 3,6,7
Daily Drill
Checked Completing the Sentence for credit
Then we started discussing the steps for starting to write their next essay: Every picture has a story. We practiced by looking at the for pictures you can see on the assignment page at www.mrboz.com. I will post the steps for brainstorming tomorrow after we use them in class. Basically, it is the 5 w's, why did the photographer take the picture? and describe what happened before and after the picture was taken.
Sections 1 and 2
Daily Drill
Reviewed homework but did not put in book
We continued to practice developing characters that have talents but also have limitations.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Homework:
Sections 3,6,7-
Completing the Sentence 1-20 unit 1
Bring in a picture you will use for the next writing assignment
Sections 1 and 2
Finish up the vocab unit (We will be switching over to a unit a week schedule next unit.)
Finish the story idea we began in class.
Today:
Sections 1 and 2 spent time discussing pictures and ideas for plays. We were discussing characters and story plots focusing on conflict. You can see the pictures on the writing assignment link in the homework section above. The students were asked to be ready to discuss their pictures Tuesday.
Sections 3,6,7 did 1-10 Completing the Sentence in the vocab book. I stress context clues for determining the correct answer. Then we started discussing the next writing assignment. I showed them a picture I could use of me when I wrestled in high school. I would like them to find a picture they could write about for Tuesday. This essay will take some time to write. I have told them that they will be reading this to the class, and they will be recorded. That did not make them happy. :)
Sections 3,6,7-
Completing the Sentence 1-20 unit 1
Bring in a picture you will use for the next writing assignment
Sections 1 and 2
Finish up the vocab unit (We will be switching over to a unit a week schedule next unit.)
Finish the story idea we began in class.
Today:
Sections 1 and 2 spent time discussing pictures and ideas for plays. We were discussing characters and story plots focusing on conflict. You can see the pictures on the writing assignment link in the homework section above. The students were asked to be ready to discuss their pictures Tuesday.
Sections 3,6,7 did 1-10 Completing the Sentence in the vocab book. I stress context clues for determining the correct answer. Then we started discussing the next writing assignment. I showed them a picture I could use of me when I wrestled in high school. I would like them to find a picture they could write about for Tuesday. This essay will take some time to write. I have told them that they will be reading this to the class, and they will be recorded. That did not make them happy. :)
Friday, September 12, 2008
September 12, 2008
Homework:
None
Today:
Sections 3,6,and 7
I focused on making sure the students understood their vocabulary responsibilities. I had a little drawing. Those who had all three exercises done were entered into a silly drawing. There was a corner of a sheet they used for their answers. I told them, if your sheet did not get cut up, you were missing some work. They need to make up that work.
Then they took a practice vocab test. I called it a scrimmage. Since we are halfway through the unit, they only needed to get about a 60% on the test. This way they know if they need to focus a little harder next week.
Sections 1 and 2
We reviewed the Completing the Sentence in the vocab book discussing context clues. Then I handed out the student guidelines for the Playwrights Festival. We read the first page which was clarifying character and conflict. We had fun discussing ideas. We used the Photography Friday exercise to practice coming up with an idea for their play. I will explain this more as the days go by.
None
Today:
Sections 3,6,and 7
I focused on making sure the students understood their vocabulary responsibilities. I had a little drawing. Those who had all three exercises done were entered into a silly drawing. There was a corner of a sheet they used for their answers. I told them, if your sheet did not get cut up, you were missing some work. They need to make up that work.
Then they took a practice vocab test. I called it a scrimmage. Since we are halfway through the unit, they only needed to get about a 60% on the test. This way they know if they need to focus a little harder next week.
Sections 1 and 2
We reviewed the Completing the Sentence in the vocab book discussing context clues. Then I handed out the student guidelines for the Playwrights Festival. We read the first page which was clarifying character and conflict. We had fun discussing ideas. We used the Photography Friday exercise to practice coming up with an idea for their play. I will explain this more as the days go by.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
September 11, 2008
Homework:
Sections 1 and 2- Completing the Sentence 1-10
Section 3- have the pictionaries, synonyms, and choosing done on the sheet I gave you today
Sections 6 and 7, finish the Choosing on the sheet and enter key words
Today:
Daily Drill
Sections 3,6,7- I spent extra time today making sure the students understand what I want when we do the Choosing the Right Word. They must identify the context clues. It is not a guessing game. There are words in the sentence that give clues to the right answer. I would like them to write that down on their sheet. Also, I gave these students a sheet to keep everything organized. The students who borrowed the book have their work all over. I will post the sheet in the future, but it has a space for me to sign off that they have completed all their work. This way they will know what homework assignments they have completed. On Friday, those students who have completed all three assignments can cut off the bottom to have a drawing for something small. I hope it motivates some to get organized.
Sections 1 and 2
I briefly introduced the Young Playwrights Festival to them today. I want to have the students begin brainstorming ideas tomorrow. We also did vocab and listened to a few students read their pieces.
Sections 1 and 2- Completing the Sentence 1-10
Section 3- have the pictionaries, synonyms, and choosing done on the sheet I gave you today
Sections 6 and 7, finish the Choosing on the sheet and enter key words
Today:
Daily Drill
Sections 3,6,7- I spent extra time today making sure the students understand what I want when we do the Choosing the Right Word. They must identify the context clues. It is not a guessing game. There are words in the sentence that give clues to the right answer. I would like them to write that down on their sheet. Also, I gave these students a sheet to keep everything organized. The students who borrowed the book have their work all over. I will post the sheet in the future, but it has a space for me to sign off that they have completed all their work. This way they will know what homework assignments they have completed. On Friday, those students who have completed all three assignments can cut off the bottom to have a drawing for something small. I hope it motivates some to get organized.
Sections 1 and 2
I briefly introduced the Young Playwrights Festival to them today. I want to have the students begin brainstorming ideas tomorrow. We also did vocab and listened to a few students read their pieces.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
September 10, 2008
Homework:
Sections 1 and 2, Choosing the Right Word with context clues
Section 3, Choosing the Right Word 11-20 with context clues
Section 6, none
Section 7, none
Today:
Daily Drill for all but section 7. We had an assembly.
I am taking the students through how I expect them to do the vocab homework.
We put the pictionaries on the board and guessed them. Then I showed them how I would like them to do the Choosing the Right Word. Basically, there are two words that they can pick from. However, the choice should be easier because there are clues in the sentence. The hardest assignment is the Completing the Sentence. I will help them with that tomorrow.
I also collected the diagnostic essays. We did not get to share the essays because we ran out of time. I did get to share my essay with two classes. I will read it to the others tomorrow.
Sections 1 and 2, Choosing the Right Word with context clues
Section 3, Choosing the Right Word 11-20 with context clues
Section 6, none
Section 7, none
Today:
Daily Drill for all but section 7. We had an assembly.
I am taking the students through how I expect them to do the vocab homework.
We put the pictionaries on the board and guessed them. Then I showed them how I would like them to do the Choosing the Right Word. Basically, there are two words that they can pick from. However, the choice should be easier because there are clues in the sentence. The hardest assignment is the Completing the Sentence. I will help them with that tomorrow.
I also collected the diagnostic essays. We did not get to share the essays because we ran out of time. I did get to share my essay with two classes. I will read it to the others tomorrow.
Monday, September 08, 2008
September 8, 2008
Homework:
Pictionaries 1-10 unit 1
Today:
Daily Drill
Enter the week's homeworks into the agenda
Handed out vocab books
Began to study unit 1
Today we began our study of 300 vocabulary words. The students have already received their scores on the pre-test (which is actually the vocab final), so they can now begin increasing that score! I plan to give the same test in January.
I study each unit over the course of two weeks. The first two days consist of listening to the words and drawing pictionaries. These pictures should not have numbers, words, letters, or symbols. On Wednesday, we put the drawings on the board and try to guess the vocab word. I try a variety of exercises to help the students learn the words.
Another thing I discussed with the students today is grades. Vocab counts for 30% of their grade: 15% is homework, and 15% tests. If you are interested in the math, let me know, but I explained that a student who does all his homework yet fails every vocab test is able to earn a C+ for vocab. I am more interested in students being exposed to and working with a variety of vocabulary words. Some students are better at incorporating words into their lexicon than others. Therefore, I reward the effort of doing the work over the score on the quiz. It's just what I do.
Pictionaries 1-10 unit 1
Today:
Daily Drill
Enter the week's homeworks into the agenda
Handed out vocab books
Began to study unit 1
Today we began our study of 300 vocabulary words. The students have already received their scores on the pre-test (which is actually the vocab final), so they can now begin increasing that score! I plan to give the same test in January.
I study each unit over the course of two weeks. The first two days consist of listening to the words and drawing pictionaries. These pictures should not have numbers, words, letters, or symbols. On Wednesday, we put the drawings on the board and try to guess the vocab word. I try a variety of exercises to help the students learn the words.
Another thing I discussed with the students today is grades. Vocab counts for 30% of their grade: 15% is homework, and 15% tests. If you are interested in the math, let me know, but I explained that a student who does all his homework yet fails every vocab test is able to earn a C+ for vocab. I am more interested in students being exposed to and working with a variety of vocabulary words. Some students are better at incorporating words into their lexicon than others. Therefore, I reward the effort of doing the work over the score on the quiz. It's just what I do.
Friday, September 05, 2008
September 5, 2008
Homework:
None
Today:
Photography Friday
Work time on their essays
Today we started Photography Friday. I will give a longer explanation at another time. Basically, I use the Week in Pictures from MSNBC.com. I do various activities with the pictures trying to get the students to do higher order thinking. It is also like art appreciation. I am trying to get them to appreciate what good photography looks like. Photographers view the world through its details. I hope by showing students how photographers compose their shots, they will pay closer attention to the details around themselves.
The essay is due at the end of class Tuesday. Some students want to write the draft at home. The piece must be turned in hand written. Those who are finished will work on something else on Tuesday while we have a writing time.
I will hand out vocab books Monday. Students will have vocab homework most nights from now on. The homework schedule will be posted on the calendar on my website.
None
Today:
Photography Friday
Work time on their essays
Today we started Photography Friday. I will give a longer explanation at another time. Basically, I use the Week in Pictures from MSNBC.com. I do various activities with the pictures trying to get the students to do higher order thinking. It is also like art appreciation. I am trying to get them to appreciate what good photography looks like. Photographers view the world through its details. I hope by showing students how photographers compose their shots, they will pay closer attention to the details around themselves.
The essay is due at the end of class Tuesday. Some students want to write the draft at home. The piece must be turned in hand written. Those who are finished will work on something else on Tuesday while we have a writing time.
I will hand out vocab books Monday. Students will have vocab homework most nights from now on. The homework schedule will be posted on the calendar on my website.
Thursday, September 04, 2008
September 4, 2008
Homework:
None
Today:
Daily Drill
Work time on the in-class essay
Today I discussed the idea of a barf draft, so if your child says we discussed puke in class, he is right. The barf draft technique is used when you feel like there is something to say, but you don't know what it is you want to say. So, you barf it up. Then, just like when we throw up, you stand back and look at it. However, in a barf draft, you pick out the parts you like and use them. That is where the analogy breaks down. :)
None
Today:
Daily Drill
Work time on the in-class essay
Today I discussed the idea of a barf draft, so if your child says we discussed puke in class, he is right. The barf draft technique is used when you feel like there is something to say, but you don't know what it is you want to say. So, you barf it up. Then, just like when we throw up, you stand back and look at it. However, in a barf draft, you pick out the parts you like and use them. That is where the analogy breaks down. :)
Wednesday, September 03, 2008
September 3, 2008
Homework:
None
Today:
We finished the vocabulary pre-test and started a diagnostic essay. I spent some time making web pages that explain what we have been doing during the first two weeks. If you are interested, please take some time to read the three pages listed under "current assignment" on MrBoZ.com.
None
Today:
We finished the vocabulary pre-test and started a diagnostic essay. I spent some time making web pages that explain what we have been doing during the first two weeks. If you are interested, please take some time to read the three pages listed under "current assignment" on MrBoZ.com.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
September 2, 2008
Homework:
Sections 3,6, and 7 are still missing many Internet permission forms. I will inform the students who are missing them tomorrow. This was their first small grade. Also, many students in the same classes have not turned in their vocabulary book money.
Today:
Daily Drill (Please see www.mrboz.com for archive.)
I have explained to the students a few times now that raising their hands during the daily drill counts towards their participation grade. Students must be prepared, behave, and participate to receive the full participation grade. I also explained that these daily drills must be kept in order, in a notebook, because I will have a notebook checks.
Vocabulary pre-test
Before we start each year's vocabulary units, I like to give the students the final exam. Yes, the exact same test they will take in May. A student explained that he barely knew any of the answers. Good! That is the point. He isn't expected to know them now. Therefore, when they take the same test in May, they will see their scores have improved! It is 100 questions and includes part of speech, spelling, definition, and synonyms.
Sections 3,6, and 7 are still missing many Internet permission forms. I will inform the students who are missing them tomorrow. This was their first small grade. Also, many students in the same classes have not turned in their vocabulary book money.
Today:
Daily Drill (Please see www.mrboz.com for archive.)
I have explained to the students a few times now that raising their hands during the daily drill counts towards their participation grade. Students must be prepared, behave, and participate to receive the full participation grade. I also explained that these daily drills must be kept in order, in a notebook, because I will have a notebook checks.
Vocabulary pre-test
Before we start each year's vocabulary units, I like to give the students the final exam. Yes, the exact same test they will take in May. A student explained that he barely knew any of the answers. Good! That is the point. He isn't expected to know them now. Therefore, when they take the same test in May, they will see their scores have improved! It is 100 questions and includes part of speech, spelling, definition, and synonyms.
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