Senior Year English Journals and Activities
Explore the themes of isolation and exile in English literature while delving into the question of one's place in the world. Engage in discussions, critical readings, and writing assignments that prompt reflection on personal roles and responsibilities. Stay informed about syllabi deadlines, journal submissions, and reading goals while integrating technology examples into modern isolation discussions.
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Monday, August 15, 2016 Senior English Journal: The over-arching question for senior year is: What is your place in the world? Reminder: Journals are 6 lines (margin to margin) and answer in general terms aka, brainstorming. Divide Reading Books and set reading goals Syllabus Discussion of signatures Timed Write 30 minutes Prompt: In a well-developed 2 paragraph assignment (using upper level language), what is your role in the world at this moment? Include your work responsibilities, roles within your families and peer groups and any other obligations (extra curricular).
Monday, August 15, 2016 - ESL Parent Consent Form Activities Basic Nouns Singular and Plural
Tuesday, August 16, 2016 Senior English Journal What does it mean to be exiled? Have you ever been exiled from a group? From family events? From teams you believed you belonged on? Describe what being exiled does to a person, short term and long term. Discussion/Note Taking Anglo Saxon culture and the Epic stories, Literature Books, pg. 19, selections from The Exeter Book (vocab., pg. 18). What is the relationship between literature and place? Guided Reading, The Seafarer, pg. 21, in class Group Reading, The Wanderer, pg. 26 Independent Reading, The Wife s Lament, pg. 30 Think, Pair, Share upon completion What s next? Introduction to Beowulf, (5thto 11thcentury Anglo-Saxon culture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO2KSqiP3N4
Wednesday, August 17, 2016 Journal: The Exeter Books describe in great detail, the concept of isolation through exile. How has technology contributed to modern day isolation? Give examples in your answer. 4thperiod: Timed Writing (30 minutes): In 2 well-developed paragraphs, describe your current role in the world. Include examples of your responsibilities, and the expectations for your senior year. Reading The Wife s Lament, pg. 30 Complete Critical Reading Questions 1-4 for the short stories. (The Seafarer, The Wanderer and The Wife s Lament). Write all questions and answer in complete sentences. Due at the end of the class. Introduction video to Beowulf Reminders: 1. Syllabi due tomorrow. Journals due tomorrow. 2. Reading Goal #1 needs to be completed. 3. Costco Night from 7-9 on Saturday!
Thursday, August 18, 2016 Senior English 5thperiod: Journal: The Exeter Books describe in great detail, the concept of isolation through exile. How has technology contributed to modern day isolation? Give examples in your answer. Complete Critical Reading Questions 1-4 for the short stories. (The Seafarer, The Wanderer and The Wife s Lament). Write all questions and answer in complete sentences. Due at the end of the class. Reminders: 1. Syllabi due tomorrow. Journals due tomorrow. 2. Reading Goal #1 needs to be completed. 3. Costco Night from 7-9 on Saturday!
Friday, August 19, 2016 Senior English Journal: The message of Beowulf is that men must learn to behave morally, and to love and be faithful to one another. Why does this message resonate in modern times? As a culture, do Americans live the message? Journals due Syllabi due for a daily grade Critical Reading Questions due Revise and Edit using punctuation and complete sentences. Pg. 36 Literature Books, Translator s Insights Burton Raffel Add to notes (Expect a quiz on vocabulary and translator information early next week). SSR Sustained Silent Reading Independent Reading Books Have a terrific weekend!
Monday, August 22, 2016 Senior English Journal: Define fate. Do you believe in fate? If so, how does fate guide a person s life? If not, what guides a person s life and determines the outcome? Explain using examples from your own life. What is Paganism? Video Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0B-5U7kaME Reading Beowulf: Pre-Reading, pg. 39 Beowulf, pg. 40 - Reminders: 1) Notes are useful for upcoming comprehension and vocabulary quiz! 2) Assembly Schedule on Friday.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016 Senior English Journal: Beowulf presents the idea of good vs. evil. Do you believe that people are one or the other? Or, do you believe that a person can have both qualities simultaneously? Explain with examples. Discussion of Editing Marks Continuing reading Beowulf, pg. 46-47
Wednesday, August 24, 2016 Senior English Journal: Describe revenge Grendel s mother attempts to exact her revenge for the death of her son. How does this lead to her downfall? Explain how revenge often destroys the person seeking it. Completing Reading: Beowulf Discussion of pre-writing for essays. Explanation of expectations for final mask and writing project.
Thursday, August 25, 2016 Senior English Journal: Upon completion of reading of Beowulf, do you believe that Beowulf was a true hero? Was his pride his fatal flaw? Explain using details from the story. Completing Reading: Beowulf Discussion of pre-writing for essays. Explanation of expectations for final mask and writing project Reminders: 1) Beowulf Assessment tomorrow 2) Assembly schedule 3) Book Report Instructions to be discussed tomorrow!
Friday, August 26, 2016 Senior English Journal: What is your idea of the fitting memorial for yourself? How do you want to be remembered as leaving your mark on the world? Explain with details. Beowulf Assessment Discussion of Book Report Assignment Due Date: Friday, September 23, 2016 If time, we will grade the assessment. Have a terrific weekend!
Monday, August 29, 2016 Senior English Journal: Free Rice! Rough Drafting Beowulf writing assignment 1) Must be in pencil 2) Single strike-through for errors/corrections 3) Correct insertion of textual evidence Reminder: Bring materials to create mask to next block class Also, continue reading non-fiction independent reading materials when you have available time during class. Discussion of grades Turn in all missing/late work from Friday!!
Tuesday, August 30, 2016 Senior English Warm Up! Free Rice! Constructing Masks Creativity is Key! Rough Drafting 4 paragraphs Prompt: In a well-developed 4 paragraph writing assignment, describe a character from Beowulf. Include details of physical and personality character traits. Conclude be explaining the character s importance in the story.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! 30 minutes to wrap up Crafting & Drafting of mask project and 4 paragraph writing assignment. Small Group Revising & Editing Activity What to look for: 1. Title relative to content of paper 2. Indentation 3. No sentence should begin with prepositions (in, on, at, around, etc.) or because 4. Repetition of words and phrases 5. Word choice 6. Format on dry erase board
Thursday, September 1, 2016 Senior English Warm-Up Free Rice! 30 minutes to wrap up Crafting & Drafting of mask project and 4 paragraph writing assignment. Small Group Revising & Editing Activity What to look for: 1. Title relative to content of paper 2. Indentation 3. No sentence should begin with prepositions (in, on, at, around, etc.) or because 4. Repetition of words and phrases 5. Word choice 6. Format on dry erase board
Friday, September 2, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! Turn in Free Rice for the week. Field Trip to the Library Re-checking Non-Fiction Independent Reading Books Reminder: We are way to the finish line! Book Reports due Friday, September 23rd ..3 weeks from today!! SSR Sustained Silent Reading for the remainder of the class period.
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! Discussion of Beowulf Projects and Grades Background information Geoffrey Chaucer, The Father of the English Language https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpVAuQUlI-k Literature Books, Read pg. 90-91, Questions Comprehension and Collaboration Pg. 92-93, Add to notes Collaborate on details of notes Video Notes Ensure all dates, family, occupational and pertinent information are included. Be prepared for a quiz later in the week!
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! Literature Books, Read pg. 90-91, Questions Comprehension and Collaboration Speaking and Listening Discussion Questions, Pg. 91, Write questions and all answers in complete sentences! Pg. 92-93, Add to notes Collaborate on details of notes Video Notes Ensure all dates, family, occupational and pertinent information are included. Be prepared for a quiz later in the week!
Thursday, September 8, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! Completing Questions (Character Sketches) from pg. 91, Literature Books Small Group Activity Build a story cased on the characters you have sketched. Brain storm an interesting story starter Be prepared to present at the end of class!!
Friday, September 9, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Free Rice! (We will turn in warm ups on Monday.) The Canterbury Tales - Translating the Prologue 5-10 minute wrap up of stories Presenting short stories Group effort! Who has the best story? There IS a feast involved, afterall!
Monday, September 12, 2016 Senior English Warm Up Journal Do you dress to impress? Or for success? Do your clothes say anything about who you are? If so, what do they say? Use descriptive adjectives in your answer. (6 line minimum) Prologue Activity Can you translate Middle English into Modern English? Chaucer s Sharp Eye for Dress, Pg. 94, Literature Books Pg. 95, Pre-reading activities and vocabulary. Be sure to add the words to your notes. Begin reading The Canterbury Tales Reminder: Bring Independent Reading Books to class next class!
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 Senior English Journal: Have you ever been asked to perform outside of your comfort zone ? Describe the anxiety of being among strangers and the prospect of being judged. Presenting Canterbury-ish stories Who has the most entertaining and skillfully told story? Class vote. Vocabulary, Pg. 95, Literature Books Understanding the Prologue Beginning reading The Canterbury Tales, Pg. 97
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 Senior English Journal: Why have the concepts of chivalry and modesty disappeared from modern culture? Explain with detailed answers. 3rdand 5th periods only: Presenting Canterbury-ish stories Who has the most entertaining and skillfully told story? Class vote. 2nd, 3rd & 5th periods: Continuing Reading The Canterbury Tales, Pg. 98, Literature Books Note Taking Answer all questions of Who? What? Where? When? How? Independent Reading Projects SSR Clarification of Project and Timeline for Completion & Presentation
Thursday, September 15, 2016 Senior English Journal: If you were to take a pilgrimage, where would you go? What purpose would you be seeking to fulfill? Describe in detail. 4thperiod Continuing reading The Canterbury Tales, Pg. 97, Literature Book Note Taking Answer all questions of Who? What? Where? When? How? Independent Reading Projects SSR Clarification of Project and Timeline for Completion & Presentation 5thperiod Continuing reading The Canterbury Tales, Pg. 101, Literature Book Clarification of Project and Timeline for Completion & Presentation
Friday, September 16, 2016 Journal: Great drama includes the pairing of people with opposite personalities and social class. As a culture, why are we so intrigued with others who are different than us? Explain using specific details and examples. Grading journals next week Chaucer Assessment including The Canterbury Tales Prologue If time, we will grade assessment in class. SSR, and continued work on Book Reports. Reminder: Book Reports are due one week from today!! Have a terrific weekend!
Monday, September 19, 2016 Senior English Journal: Think about the different types of people we see and interact with on a daily basis. How do you feel The Canterbury Tales has shaped the way we view modern entertainment or allowed viewers to step into the lives of others in different social classes? Discuss thorough notetaking Examining the five big keys for success and other skill building for great notes Reminder: Please take home your Beowulf 2-D masks. Continue reading The Canterbury Tales pg. 101
Tuesday, September 20, 2016 Senior English Journal People often present publically a persona which is very different than who they actually are. How do Chaucer s characters portray dichotomy of character? Give an example from modern culture of a person who exemplifies dichotomy. Continuing Reading, The Canterbury Tales, Literature Book, Page 106 Page 119 Notable Characters: What do you know about them? 1) Monk 2) Friar 3) Merchant 4) Oxford Cleric 5) Sergeant at the Law
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 Senior English Journal How is money the root of all evil? Who are the greediest people in society? The government? The hard working middle class trying to get ahead? The welfare class? When is the concept of greed acceptable? Explain using examples. Completing the Prologue, Pg. 113 116 Beginning reading The Pardoner s Tale, Pg. 125 Add Vocabulary, Pg. 123 Notes
Thursday, September 22, 2016 Senior English Have you ever witnessed someone being discriminated against based on their age? Do you think that ageism is something that can occur to both young and old alike? Explain with examples. Individually or with a buddy, complete the Critical Reading Questions from The Pardoner s Tale on page 134. Please write out all questions and answer using upper-level language in full, complete sentences. These will be due at the end of the period. BOOK REPORT DUE TOMORROW!!!! Journals due tomorrow!
Friday, September 23, 2016 Senior English Turn in Book Reports Order of Operations 1. Book Report Final Draft 2. Rough Draft 3. Numbered Activity 4. Lettered Activity * Attach Grading Slip to top with a paper clip! Journal Describe the most beautiful person you know. What details define beauty? In contrast, describe the ugliest person you know, and give details to support your answer. Complete Comprehension Questions, Pg. 134, The Pardoner s Tale (All questions must be written and answered in complete sentences!) Beginning reading, The Wife of Bath, Literature Books, pg. 139
Monday, September 26, 2016 Senior English Journal: What is the one thing women most desire? In contrast, what is the one thing men most desire? Keep it classy!! Discussion of Book Report Projects and Presentations Common Errors The Canterbury Tales The Wife of Bath s Tale Reading Literature Books, Pg. 139 Add Vocabulary to Notes including resource/reference words
Tuesday, September 27, 2016 Senior English Journal: Do you believe that people can keep secrets? If so, how does the secret manifest itself within? If not, explain why secrets are so difficult to withhold. Give specific examples. Presentations!!
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Senior English Journal How important is it to keep your word when you make a promise or a pact? Explain using a specific example. Presentations!!
Thursday, September 29, 2016 Senior English Journal: How can a person be transformed by love? When someone is loved, do they look different? Do they act differently? Explain with specific examples. Completing Non-fiction Independent Reading Book Report Presentations Reviewing and completion of reading, The Canterbury Tales, The Wife of Bath
Friday, September 30, 2016 Senior English Journal Have you ever believed in someone, only to have your impression changed? What was the catalyst for change, and what did you do with the new information? Explain in detail. Hold onto journals for grading until next week! Wrap Up Completing Presentations Completing Reading, The Wife of Bath Completing Comprehension Questions, The Pardoner s Tale and The Wife of Bath
Monday, October 3, 2016 Senior English Journal: Can people change? For example, in The Wife of Bath, a knight who rapes a young maiden becomes empathetic with the plight of women as he completes his mission. Is this possible in the real/modern world? Completing Presentations (4thperiod only) Review/Completion of Reading The Canterbury Tales, The Wife of Bath Questions 1-5, Pg. 150 Add these questions to The Pardoner s Tale questions.
Tuesday, October 4, 2016 Senior English Journal: In this moment, which party do you envision yourself most aligned with. Give details as to why your ideology and life philosophies are in tune with your choice. Voting Completing Questions The Canterbury Tales Small Group Activities The 4 parties on the ballot
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 Senior English No Journal Today! Take out a sheet of paper and number 1-25. Make sure you have a full heading on your paper. Good Luck! Opportunity You may earn bonus points on your Independent, Nonfiction Book Report if you revise and edit your paper using the feedback on the grading sheet. This does NOT apply to late papers!! Reminder: Early Out Schedule!
Thursday, October 6, 2016 Senior English Journal Sunday, October 9this the second presidential debate. Do you believe that either of the candidates will be relatable, or perhaps different than they presented themselves in the first debate? Explain with details. Small group activity: 1) Using your background knowledge, 2) Synthesize the reference packet detailing the four parties represented in this voting cycle, 3) Question the text, and 4) Draw inferences As a group, you will present your findings to the class. Reminder: State Universities in Small Gym 10:20 11:30.
Friday, October 7, 2016 Senior English Journal The second presidential debate is formatted differently from the first. This time, the debate is in a town hall and will be moderated by several people, and include questions from an audience of 100 undecided voters. Based on our classroom voting and discussion, what issues do you think will be presented to the candidates? Explain what you believe the answers will be. Journals due! Small group activity: 1) Using your background knowledge, 2) Synthesize the reference packet detailing the four parties represented in this voting cycle, 3) Question the text, and 4) Draw inferences As a group, you will present your findings to the class.
Monday, August 28th, 2017 Senior English Free Rice! ~Mrs. DuPlain is running the Board to model timing. Continuing Reading Beowulf, pg. 52-56, The Battle with Grendel s Mother Finishing Reading, The Last Battle, pg. 56-61 Discussion: Mask Project Pre-writing should be completed 1) Part II Physical traits must have 2+ examples of textual evidence 2) Part III Personality traits must have 2+ examples of textual evidence
Tuesday, August 29th, 2017 Senior English Journal: What would motivate a person to help someone who is losing a battle? Is the decision rational, or irrational? Describe the cost(s) associated with that type of decision. Completing reading Beowulf, pg. 56-64 Ensure notes are complete: all characters, vocabulary and resource references (margins) Instructions Mask writing assignment Pre-Writing & Rough Draft 1. Must be in PENCIL 2. 4 paragraphs including Introduction, Physical Traits, Personality Traits, and Conclusion including importance of character in story 3. Must include TEXTUAL EVIDENCE for physical and personality traits
Wednesday, August 30th, 2017 Senior English Journal: Beowulf has very specific instructions for his memorial. How would you like to be remembered? What will be your greatest life accomplishments? Explain using specific details. Silent Writing Time Completing Rough Draft for Beowulf character project (30 minutes) No music or electronics Focused, dedicated writing time Writing Workshop Everyone has an assigned task. Peer review and offer constructive suggestions for improvement! If time, complete Final Draft in BLUE OR BLACK ink!! Completed Pre-writing, Rough Draft and Final Draft & Mask due next class!
