Thursday, October 29, 2015

Timed Writing Prep

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Today I will:

  • Create a Do/What Chart after analyzing an essay prompt
  • Go over timed writing scoring rubric and calibrate with class sets of essays
  • Construct well-written paraphrases as evidence that will support your thesis statement
  • Synthesize information by writing a main thesis for literature circle timed writing.
Take out:

A chromebook
A writing utensil
A Highlighter
Your Literature Circle Novel
HW: Printed, revised TKAM essay (if you didn't turn it in yesterday)


Agenda:
  1. Highlight essay changes (log in to turnitin.com to check)
  2. Lit Circle Timed Writing Explanation
    • Do/What Chart
    • Essay Format
    • Essay Calibration
    • Thesis Statement
  3. Meet with Lit circle group
    • Brainstorm conflicts in your book
    • Finalize Vlog post
    Homework:
    -Finish reading your lit. circle novel by Friday, 10/30
    -Make sure your Vlog is posted with a description by Friday, 10/30

    Let's Get Started!
    Log in to turnitin.com to see what changes were suggested, and highlight changes that were made on your printed copy.

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