3-9-09

Previous Next = = = March 9, 2009 =

Reminders:

 * Mr. Devine is in the Night Library every Monday.
 * **Academic Vocabulary Final Tuesday 3/10**
 * Today is the last day to turn in missing work. I will be in the Night Library today from 3-6.
 * Complete Information Cards

Directions:

 * 1) Get your notebook.
 * 2) Get your textbook.
 * 3) Get your Interactive Practice Book (check HW: 186-188)
 * 4) Get your Grammar and Writing book (begin working on pages 103-104, 10 minutes).
 * 5) Copy today's **learning objectives** and **homework**.

__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)
Students will:
 * Learn cluster vocabulary.
 * Learn/review academic vocabulary.
 * Review Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR).

**Homework:**

 * Any work that you didn't finish in class.

2. Information Cards for Parents**
 * 1. Grammar and Writing pages 103-104
 * 3**. [|Unit 5, Cluster 3 Quizlet]
 * 4. Academic Vocabulary Quizlets**
 * [|Academic Vocab.]
 * [|Academic Vocab. Sentences]
 * Go around the classroom--mark off seating chart as students participate.
 * Ticket out the door: quizlet.
 * 5. Extemporaneous Talk** page 486
 * EQ: What do people discover in a moment of truth?
 * **1**
 * Think about moments of truth in your life, in current events, or in selections you have read in this unit.
 * Brainstorm about what a "moment of truth" is and what your audience can learn from it.
 * List reasons each of these was a moment of truth.
 * **2**
 * You have 10 minutes to prepare.
 * Write down a few simple, brief ideas on paper that will inform the audience about the topic assigned to you.
 * Create a clear, consise introduction that states the topic. Follow up with a strong conclusion that sums up your ideas.
 * **3**
 * Speak clearly and loudly so the audience can understand everything you say.
 * Make eye contact and use gestures in order to make your points.
 * Remain relaxed and confident as you speak. Although speaking extemporaneously requires you to gather your ideas quickly, your delivery should be clear and controlled.
 * Deliver your Extemporaneous Talk to your group of 8 or 9.