Week 12

Learning Tasks for Monday, March 31

Essential Question:  How do literacy skills promote effective communication and understanding?

Objectives:  I can...
-reflect on what I have learned this semester in English 111.
-analyze the expectations of the Research Essay.
-provide thoughtful feedback to my peers' ideas.

1. Writing into the Day

Set a SMART goal for Week Ten.  How will achieving this goal benefit you?  What resources or support do you need in order to reach your goal?

2.  Discussion Board #5
What concepts and strategies have you learned so far this semester that will help you succeed on the Research Essay?
Remember to reply to several other classmates!!!

Learning Tasks for Tuesday, April 1

Third time's a charm... GOOD LUCK ON THE ACT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Learning Tasks for Wednesday, April 2

Essential Question:  Why is it important to first write a rough draft of your paper?

Objectives:  I can...
-generate ideas for a paper.
-identify and use a drafting technique that works for me.

1.  Essay #5 Brainstorming
Last essay of the semester!!! Let's do this!!! :)

2.  Drafting
Using any of the drafting techniques posted on the classroom wall (by the windows!), begin writing your rough draft.  Remember, a rough draft is NOT a perfect draft!

Learning Tasks for Thursday, April 3

Essential Question:  How can feedback improve your writing?

Objectives:  I can...
-receive and apply feedback to my writing.
-draft an organized essay.

1.  Essay #5 Conferences and Drafting

You will meet one-on-one with Ms. Jones to discuss your paper.  While you are waiting for your turn, you should be working on your draft.

Learning Tasks for Friday, April 4

Essential Question:  How can feedback improve your writing?

Objectives:  I can...
-receive and apply feedback to my writing.
-edit and revise my writing.

1. Proofreading and Editing
On Blackboard, pull up your previous four papers written for this course. What aspects of your writing did Mr. Ziebart mark for improvement? Have you addressed those concerns in your current paper?

With a partner, you will proofread and edit your paper. Pay attention to grammar, punctuation, formatting, and any other concerns that Mr. Ziebart noted in your previous papers.

2. Revisions
Using feedback from your peers, Ms. Jones, and Mr. Ziebart, make any needed revisions to your paper before submitting your work to Blackboard.