R1-6-09

Previous Next = = = January 6, 2009 =

Reminders:

 * Arabic Tutorial Every Monday and Wednesday in room 1100.

Directions:

 * 1) Get your folder and all of its contents from (take your entire folder with you to your desk)
 * 2) Take out your new notebook or some sheets of paper (you need to buy a new notebook by tomorrow).
 * 3) Copy today's **learning objectives** and **homework**.

__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)
Students will:
 * Learn how to take Cornell Notes.
 * Learn the spelling rules for past tense verbs.
 * Learn which is more productive: individual work or group work.

2. Page 185--Grammar In Context--Past Tense Verbs**
 * 1. Create new seating chart while students copy the learning objectives.
 * Keep notes in Cornell style.
 * Review terms: consonant, vowel, regular verbs, irregular verbs.
 * Study the spelling rules and write them in your notes. Also copy the irregular verb list.
 * In the Summary section of the Cornell Notes, complete Practice 1-6.
 * 3. Communities Count p. 189**
 * Follow the directions Earth, Sea, Sky
 * List as many things as you can for each category (see photo on 188).
 * Do this INDIVIDUALLY first, then work in a SMALL GROUP. **(REVIEW GROUP WORK PROCEDURE)**
 * In the SUMMARY section of your notes answer: __How does working together make a difference?__
 * 4. Thinking Ahead** p. 191 (CORNELL NOTE-STYLE)
 * Copy the three questions.
 * Work together in groups to answer the questions.
 * 5. Learn Key Vocabulary** p. 194
 * Copy and define in Cornell Note Style.