COLLEGE ESSAYS
For these last few weeks, we will be drafting superb copies of our college essays as well as exploring schools outside of California. Please take a look at the calendar.
AP EXAM PRACTICE
Class,
Apparently there were some issues with the take home practice test. The packet that I grabbed from my stack had all three essays in them, but some packets were missing the essays. I'm not sure what happened, so I apologize. Thanks for taking the initiative to locate a synthesis essay on social networking. In addition to completing that synthesis essay, please complete the rhetorical analysis essay on a speech by Cesar Chavez an argument essay on polite speech. Those prompts are included in the link below. If for some reason you didn't pick up the synthesis essay, complete the one in the link below about honor codes.
Apparently there were some issues with the take home practice test. The packet that I grabbed from my stack had all three essays in them, but some packets were missing the essays. I'm not sure what happened, so I apologize. Thanks for taking the initiative to locate a synthesis essay on social networking. In addition to completing that synthesis essay, please complete the rhetorical analysis essay on a speech by Cesar Chavez an argument essay on polite speech. Those prompts are included in the link below. If for some reason you didn't pick up the synthesis essay, complete the one in the link below about honor codes.
Synthesis Essay
SO, below are some videos I created--they're basically just me talking through the packet that breaks down the essay. Preview the packet and then watch the videos. Make sure to pause and complete the activities. If you would prefer to just work your way through the packet, pausing to complete the essay, you can do that, too. Make sure to bring a completed synthesis essay on eminent domain to class on Friday. We will evaluate them and debrief. We'll also we preregistering for the AP test in class. Let me know if you have any questions.
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GENDER UNIT: March/April
Please see the google calendar and ongoing Google slides for all lessons, handouts, and homework for the next month. Also, if you want additional practice during the month, please check out Albert IO.
March 8th, 2019-March 15th
FRIDAY 3/8
-Great job debating! Over the weekend, I will write comments to your most recent argument essay. HOMEWORK: 1.) Please complete multiple choice passage #2 2.) Please share your most recent argument essay with your debate partner via google docs. Please score your partner's essay and offer feedback using language from the AP rubric. 3.) Finish In Cold Blood. We'll have a Socratic Seminar over the novel on Wednesday. MONDAY 3/11 1.) Debate Feedback and Self-Evaluation 2.) Go over answers for MC passage HOMEWORK: Complete the Socratic Seminar question packet for In Cold Blood WEDNESDAY 3/13 1.) Socratic Seminar over book 2.) Start watching the 1967 movie version of In Cold Blood HOMEWORK: Read/Annotate "Cold Manipulation" article FRIDAY 3/15 1.) Gallery walk of argument essays 2.) Revisit "5 Steps to an Argument Essay" packet 3.) Group revision exercise OR continue movie HOMEWORK: sample argument essay (handwrite and time) sample MC passage |
Feb/March IN COLD BLOOD
JANUARY ASSIGNMENT CALENDAR
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER ASSIGNMENT CALENDAR
All assignments and activities (in and out of class) are listed on the google doc below. This doc will be updated weekly.
Week 13: Nov. 12-16
OBJECTIVES:
- Identify AP Multiple Choice Terms based off of examples
- Increase knowledge of seminal examples from literature
- Self-evaluate essays
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Practice AP Terms identification 2.) In class-Fill out chart of "Speech at the Virginia Convention" and "Speech at the Convention" 3.) Score each other's essays HOMEWORK: Study for identification test FRIDAY| 1.) AP Terms Identification Exam 2.) Rhetorical Analysis of The Declaration of Independence Gunner packet HOMEWORK: Type a rhetorical analysis essay of the three appeals in the Declaration of Independence THANKSGIVING BREAK: Drop ethos/logos/pathos essay into Turnitin.com; Also, read "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift and complete additional questions |
Week 12: Nov. 5th-9th
OBJECTIVES:
- SBAC practice/review
- Take inventory on rhetorical analysis skills
MONDAY| 2,4,6,8 DAY
1.) Review essays from SBAC homework 2.) Start SBAC HOMEWORK: Review list of rhetorical AP terms from the summer WEDNESDAY| 1.) Finish SBAC 2.) Update yellow rhetorical essay plot chart/review most current essays HOMEWORK: Time yourself: 1 hr max! (We' cut to 45 minutes next week) and write "Nerd" essay Continue reviewing AP terms from summer (test the next coming week on Friday) |
Week 11: October 30th-Nov. 2nd
OBJECTIVES:
-Review points of view by examining Poe's The Fall of the House of Usher -Practice the SBAC MONDAY| Read The Fall of the House of Usher WEDNESDAY| Comprehension questions and discussion over short story HOMEWORK: Read/annotate seminal US speeches (each orange toggle) FRIDAY| Review four speeches Write sample SBAC essays HW: Rhetorical Analysis of the Declaration of Independence |
Week 10: October 22nd-26th
OBJECTIVES:
-Deconstruct sample "8" student essays on the Rhetorical Analysis prompt
-Hone identification skills of rhetorical devices
-Practice listening and speaking skills by presenting CRUCIBLE projects
-Deconstruct sample "8" student essays on the Rhetorical Analysis prompt
-Hone identification skills of rhetorical devices
-Practice listening and speaking skills by presenting CRUCIBLE projects
MONDAY| 1.) Present Crucible Projects HOMEWORK: Read/annotate Madeline Albright speech TUESDAY| 1.) Read/annotate "The Force Awakens" 2.) Complete a SAYS/DOES annotation of the article. 3.) Write a precis over the article. 4.) Now, write a precis over Madeline Albright's speech. We'll use this as our opening paragraph for our sample 8 essay. 5.) Start taking notes on the AP Lang Multiple Choice Terms. HOMEWORK: Finish taking notes on the AP Lang Multiple Choice Terms. (Only half are listed) THURSDAY| 1.) Touch base about first half of Scanlon terms 2.) Write sample "8" 3.) Cruicble presentations HOMEWORK: Write a perfect rhetorical analysis essay (with the given prompt) using all the time you need; try to hit all of the elements in the rubric |
Week 9: October 15th-19th
OBJECTIVES:
-Use the SOAPSTONE strategy to formulate rhetorical arguments
-Evaluate the criteria to earn an "8"
-Demonstrate comprehension of themes in The Crucible by presenting a creative project
-Use the SOAPSTONE strategy to formulate rhetorical arguments
-Evaluate the criteria to earn an "8"
-Demonstrate comprehension of themes in The Crucible by presenting a creative project
MONDAY|
1.) Finish Act IV
HOMEWORK: Crucible Create-A-Project
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Crucible Socratic Seminar
2.) Work on Creative Project
HOMEWORK: Finish Project
FRIDAY|
1.) Present Create-A-Projects
2.) Soapstone Articles
HOMEWORK: Rhetorical Essay Practice
1.) Finish Act IV
HOMEWORK: Crucible Create-A-Project
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Crucible Socratic Seminar
2.) Work on Creative Project
HOMEWORK: Finish Project
FRIDAY|
1.) Present Create-A-Projects
2.) Soapstone Articles
HOMEWORK: Rhetorical Essay Practice
Week 8: October 8th-12th
MONDAY| October 8th
1.) Finish Rhetorical Analysis Essay
HOMEWORK: Finish all of THE CRUCIBLE and the study guide packet by Friday
WEDNESDAY| October 10th
1.) PSAT
FRIDAY| October 12th
*Shorter Class Period due to Pep Rally
Discussion Over Whole Play
HOMEWORK: Take-Home AP sample exam over CRUCIBLE including essay, Rhetorical Analysis Essay
1.) Finish Rhetorical Analysis Essay
HOMEWORK: Finish all of THE CRUCIBLE and the study guide packet by Friday
WEDNESDAY| October 10th
1.) PSAT
FRIDAY| October 12th
*Shorter Class Period due to Pep Rally
Discussion Over Whole Play
HOMEWORK: Take-Home AP sample exam over CRUCIBLE including essay, Rhetorical Analysis Essay
Week 7: Oct. 1st-Oct. 5th
MONDAY| Oct. 1st
1.) Hand back assignments and collect outlines 2.) Share out answers to sample AP essay (last one from first sample test) HOMEWORK: Read/listen to Act Two if you haven't already--there will be a quiz. Complete studyguide questions. WEDNESDAY|Oct. 3rd 1.) Mini-group discussions on Acts I and II (Poker Talk) 2.) Start working on literary devices chart 3.) Watch Act II and complete witch trials handout HOMEWORK: Bring in a sample of three different rhetorical devices we haven't identified in our movie warm-ups FRIDAY| October 5th 1.) Quick share out of lit devices. 2.) Write sample rhetorical analysis in class. HOMEWORK: Read Act III and answer studyguide questions |
Week 6: Sept. 24th-28th
OBJECTIVES:
- Write a sample and outline of the rhetorical analysis AP style essay
- Examine political cartoons to identify author's claims and POV's
- Continue practicing for Part I of the AP Lang test (reading passages and answering text-dependent questions)
MONDAY| September 24th
1.) Review AP answers for passage #3 2.) Go over scoring for the rhetorical analysis essay HOMEWORK: Finish study guide questions and characterization chart for ACT I WEDNESDAY| Sept. 26th 1.) Quiz over Act 1 2.) Read/annotate sample AP rhetorical analysis essay and look at sample essays and scoring 3.) Start reading ACT II HOMEWORK: Finish rhetorical essay template, reverse outline, and write sample outside of class FRIDAY| Sept. 28th 1.) Finish reading Act II 2.) Political cartoons activity 3.) Score sample essays HOMEWORK: Write outline for sample essay on Reagan's eulogy |
Week 5: Sept. 17th-21st
OBJECTIVES:
- Build background knowledge regarding McCarthyism, Puritanism, and The Crucible
- Identify examples of direct and indirect characterization.
- Continue practicing for Part I of the AP Lang test (reading passages and answering text-dependent questions).
MONDAY| September 17th
1.) Review AP answers for passage #2 HOMEWORK: Read/take notes on pages 1116-1129 in the English 11 Literature Text. (You can access it through Pearson Success Net linked on PowerSchool). WEDNESDAY| September 20th 1.) Review last night's homework 2.) Begin Act I 3.) Complete text-dependent questions HOMEWORK: Continue working on text questions, character grid, and Act I comprehension questions FRIDAY| Sept. 21st 1.) Read/Annotate lecture notes 2.) Read As much ACT 1 as possible/Study Guide questions 3.) Go over Scoring Guidelines Packet HOMEWORK: Finish Act I on your own and complete the ACT I Study Guide Questions on a separate sheet of paper. Also, work on the character guide as you move along. |
Week 4: Sept. 10th-14th
OBJECTIVES:
- Review multiple ways to embed quotes into academic writing
- Increase understanding of rhetorical devices.
MONDAY| September 10th
1.) Go over "Article of the Week" and expand rhetorical example dictionary HW: Read/annotate Learning to Read and Write WEDNESDAY| Sept. 11th 1.) Review embedding quotes and citation using the text "Learning to Read and Write" 2.) Background Notes on Puritanism HOMEWORK: Read/annotate Puritanism handout FRIDAY| Sept. 13th 1.) Listen, pause and discuss "Sinners in the Hands of An Angry God" 2.) Start working on questions HOMEWORK: Finish answering all 15 questions. |
Week 3: Labor Day through Sept. 7th
OBJECTIVES:
- Familiarize oneself with the AP Exam.
- Identify rhetorical appeals in speeches and advertising.
Week 2: August 27th-31st
OBJECTIVES:
- Generate complex questions to discuss in an academic setting.
- Draw parallels between ancient literature, mythology, and current perspectives regarding religion and literature.
MONDAY| August 27th
1.) Discussion Walk 2.) Background on author HOMEWORK: Finish annotating and answering questions in Alchemist packet TUESDAY| August 28th 1.) Go over requirements for Socratic Seminar 2.) Prewriting for Small Group Discussions 3.) Personal Legend Small Group Discussions 3.) Begin work on Personal Legend map HOMEWORK: generate five questions for Socratic Seminar THURSDAY| August 30th 1.) Socratic Seminar 2.) Work on Personal Legend Map HOMEWORK: Finish Personal Legend Map |
Welcome Back!
Below you will find the class schedule for the first two weeks of school.
MONDAY| August 20th
ROCKS DAY HOMEWORK: Study for Tone Words Assessment/Turn in 25 journals WEDNESDAY| August 22nd 1.) Welcome Back Video 2.) Class Syllabus and Overview 3.) Games and Notecards 4.) Freakonomics Quiz Review 5.) Tone Words Quiz HOMEWORK: Letter to ME/Review for Test FRIDAY| August 24th 1.) Freakanomics Test 2.) Go over homework assignments 3.) Turn in Letter to Me HOMEWORK: 1.) Supply Check: binder, paper, highlighters, pens, dividers 2.) Homework Check: tone words notecards on a ring or in a bag, rhetorical devices on a ring or in a bag MONDAY| August 27th 1.) Supply Check 2.) Tone Words Assessment HOMEWORK: prepare for Alchemist Socratic Seminar WEDNESDAY| August 29th 1.) Alchemist Socratic Seminar 2.) Go over tone words and FREAKONOMICS assessments FRIDAY| August 31st 1.) Alchemist writing prompt in class HW: Personal Legend |
June 4th-8th
MONDAY| June 4th
1.) Go over documentary project 2.) Start documentary "What Tomorrow Brings" WEDNESDAY| June 6th 1.) Watch "What Tomorrow Means" 2.) Answer questions 2.) Develop a 1-2 min documentary project concept revolving around education/problem facing youth today FRIDAY| June 8th 1.) examples/work time HOMEWORK: Finish documentary for viewing on Monday-send to Engelbert |
May 29th-June 1st
WEDNESDAY| May 30th
1.) Work on sketches
2.) Sketch exercises
FRIDAY| May 31st
1.) Perform sketches
2.) Comedy Quiz
1.) Work on sketches
2.) Sketch exercises
FRIDAY| May 31st
1.) Perform sketches
2.) Comedy Quiz
May 21st-25th
May 14th-18th
MONDAY|May 14th
1.) Go over testing schedule
2.) Sketch Examples
WEDNESDAY|May 16th
Report to Mr. Conard's Room during 2nd period A308
FRIDAY|May 18th
Report to Mr. Conard's Room during 2nd period A308
1.) Go over testing schedule
2.) Sketch Examples
WEDNESDAY|May 16th
Report to Mr. Conard's Room during 2nd period A308
FRIDAY|May 18th
Report to Mr. Conard's Room during 2nd period A308
April 7th-11th
April 30th-May 4th
MONDAY| May 30th
1.) Comedy PPT Notes WEDNESDAY| May 2nd 1.) Read/annotate comedy article 2.) Start watching AIRPLANE FRIDAY| May 4th 1.) Finish Airplane 2.) Analyze the movie and list 5 items that were parodied in the film. HOMEWORK: Watch a parody movie, You Tube Clip, or television show. Identify five items/people/ideas being parodied and explain in detail. |
April 23rd-27th
Genre Study: Science Fiction
Welcome Back!
April 9th-13th
MONDAY| April 9th
1.) Share out homework
2.) Go over three major storylines for Riverdale
WEDNESDAY| April 11th
1.) More Practice Identifying A. B, C storylines in pilot of Mr. Robot (identify series arc and pilot arc)
2.) Review A,B,C in Breaking Bad
3.) Review for test
FRIDAY|April 13th
1.) COMPUTER BASED TEST
1.) Share out homework
2.) Go over three major storylines for Riverdale
WEDNESDAY| April 11th
1.) More Practice Identifying A. B, C storylines in pilot of Mr. Robot (identify series arc and pilot arc)
2.) Review A,B,C in Breaking Bad
3.) Review for test
FRIDAY|April 13th
1.) COMPUTER BASED TEST
March 26th-29th
OBJECTIVES:
MONDAY| 1.) Watch the Pilot for the CW's Riverdale 2.) Identify the A, B, and C storylines WEDNESDAY| 1.) Go over script for Riverdale 2.) Identify the A, B, and C in the script HOMEWORK: Identify A,B,C storyline in a television show of your choice/give rationale for rating |
March 19th-23rd
March 12th-16th
OBJECTIVES:
- Examine how society uses movies to teach children about sensitive issues
- Learn about different forms of "death" portrayed in Disney movies
March 5th-9th
OBJECTIVES:
Perform a 1 minute pitch from a movie of your choice.
Perform a 1 minute pitch from a movie of your choice.
MONDAY| March 5th
1.) Go over one-minute pitch assignment 2.) Watch examples WEDNESDAY|March 7th 1.) Plan out pitch. Practice with classmates. 2.) Choose order of pitches. *If you are tardy and miss your slot, you will not be able to make it up! *If absent, you may complete an alternative multi-source essay. HOMEWORK: Prepare your pitch! FRIDAY|March 9th 1.) Perform pitches |
Feb. 26th-March 2nd
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Write a treatment for the movie BIG
February 20th-23rd
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
WEDNESDAY| Feb. 21st 1.) Finish watching Star Wars 2.) Finish highlighting analysis of Star Wars FRIDAY| Feb. 23rd 1.) Start watching the movie BIG 2.) Fill out content tracker as you watch 2. ) Introduce the abbreviated 2- page treatment |
February 13th-16th
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
WED| Feb. 13th 1.) Go over ghost assignments. 2.) Complete peer reviews HOMEWORK: Finish peer reviews FRIDAY|Feb. 15th 1.) Start watching Star Wars. 2.) Look over treatment article. 3.) Look over treatment for Star Wars. |
Feb. 6th-9th
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Identify the essential steps and elements of building a conflict
- Learn how to write in screenplay format using CELTX
- Write a 2-page scene with a conflict
WEDNESDAY| Feb. 7th
1.) Open Scenes 2.) Introducing Conflict: Watch scenes 3.) Fill out Worksheet according to conflict sample HOMEWORK: Come up with your own conflict FRIDAY|Feb 9th 1.) Introduction to CELTX 2.) Write your own scene in Celtx using your conflict template HOMEWORK: Turn in 2-page scene as a PDF to Turnitin.com by Sunday night! |
Jan. 29th-Feb. 2nd
MONDAY|Jan. 29th
WEDNESDAY|Jan. 31st
FRIDAY|Feb. 2nd
WEDNESDAY|Jan. 31st
FRIDAY|Feb. 2nd
Jan. 22nd-26th
MONDAY| Jan 22nd
1.) Finish The Wizard of OZ HOMEWORK: Study for 12 Steps Quiz, Turn In Wiz of Oz Hero's Journey Sheet WEDNESDAY|Jan. 24th 1.) Watch the video "A Hero's Journey" on the orange button. 2.) Take quiz over The Wizard of Oz. 3.) Read and annotate the Wizard of Oz article. FRIDAY| Jan. 26th 1.) Review 12 steps. 2.) Grade quizzes. 3.) Discuss article. 4.) Start watching Nacho Libre |
FIRST WEEK OF SECOND SEMESTER
TUESDAY | JAN. 16th
R.O.C.K.S. Day-Special schedule: periods 3-6 WEDNESDAY| JAN. 17th ALL PERIODS DAY 1.) Welcome back! 2.) Movies check-in 3.) Go over attendance policy/grading practices 4.) Go over monthly schedule FRIDAY| JAN. 19th 1.) Hero's Journey Artcile 2.) Start watching The Wizard of OZ and fill out Hero's Journey worksheet as you watch the movie MONDAY| JAN. 22nd 1.) Finish The Wizard of OZ HOMEWORK: Study for 12 Steps Quiz, Turn In Wiz of Oz Hero's Journey Sheet |
Last Week of First Semester!
Week 17: Dec. 11th-15th
Week 16: Dec. 4th-8th
MONDAY|Dec. 4th
1.) Continue working through packet and watching REAR WINDOW WEDNESDAY|Dec. 6th 1.) Finish Rear Window and packet 2.) "It Had to Be Murder" and "Rear Window" written assessment FRIDAY| Dec. 8th 1.) Watch clips from Double Indemnity and discuss characteristics of film noir 2.) Turn in Rear Window work |
Week 15: Nov. 27th-Dec. 1st
MONDAY| Nov. 27th
1.) Turn in Movie Reviews 2.) Go back to Reading/Listening to "It Had to Be Murder" WEDNESDAY| Nov. 29th 1.) Continue reading "It Had to Be Murder" and filling out the notetaking guide 2.) Rewatch the opening of "Rear Window" FRIDAY| Dec. 1st 1.) Continue watching movie, pausing for discussion and packet |
Week 13: Nov. 13th-17th
MONDAY is a 2,4,6 Day and Friday is a Minimum Day
MONDAY| Nov. 13th
1.) Finish watching Citizen Kane and filling out questions 2.) Go over Kane Film Techniques and other handout WEDNESDAY| Nov. 15th 1.) Notes on Film Noir 2.) Start Reading Woolrich Short Story 3.) Go over Movie Review assignment FRIDAY| Nov. 17th 1.) Finish reading Woolrich short Story HOMEWORK: Write your own Movie Review over Thanksgiving Break and put it in Turnitin.com by the time we return to school |
Week 12: Nov. 6-9th
MONDAY|
Start watching CITIZEN KANE
WEDNESDAY|
Finish watching Citizen Kane
Go over Study Guide
HOMEWORK: Finish Study Guide
Start watching CITIZEN KANE
WEDNESDAY|
Finish watching Citizen Kane
Go over Study Guide
HOMEWORK: Finish Study Guide
Week 11: Oct. 30th-Nov. 3rd
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Build background knowledge on CITIZEN KANE and the political climate of America
- Explore satire rules in cinema
MONDAY|
1.) Take test over Unit 2 2.) Turn in all Edward Scissorhands work WEDNESDAY|Nov. 1 1.) Background notes on Citizen Kane HOMEWORK: Take picture in "Deep Focus" and email it to me at [email protected] FRIDAY|Nov. 3rd 1.) Watch the documentary on Hearst vs. Kane 2.) Fill out accompanying worksheet |
Week 10: Oct. 23rd-27th
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Explain how Tim Burton's "Edward Scissorhands" emulates characteristics of German Expressionism
- Define and cite cinematic examples of 10 literary devices
MONDAY| Oct. 23rd
1.) Quiz over 10 literary devices starred in class 2.) Edward Scissorhands Themes/Motifs PPT WEDNESDAY|Oct. 25th 1.) Finish Edward Scissorhands and accompanying questions 2.) Read/annotate film review article FRIDAY|Oct. 27th 1.) Watch German Expressionism Review 2.) Scissorhands Theme Chart 3.) Finish questions by exploring educational Scissorhands website HOMEWORK: Unit 2 Test: Will cover The Jazz Singer, German Expressionism, and Edward Scissorhands. You may use all notes/handouts |
Week 9: Oct. 16th-20th
MONDAY|Oct. 16th
WEDNESDAY|Oct. 18th
FRIDAY|Oct. 20th
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Week 8: Oct. 9th-13th
ANNOUNCEMENTS: All 9th-12th graders will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday, October 11th. Seniors will be attending a special presentation.
Week 7: Oct. 2nd-6th
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
MONDAY| Oct. 2nd
1.) Watch and take notes on "The History of Sound at the Movies" WEDNESDAY|Oct. 4rd 1.) Finish watching "The History of Sound at the Movies" 2.) Jazz PPT 3.) Read/Annotate Jazz Background Article FRIDAY|Oct. 6th 1.) Check out text of short story by Samson Raphaelson 2.) Read/annotate part of longer Jazz article 3.) Watch more of "The Jazz Singer" |
Week 6: Sept. 25th-29th
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the development of film
- Prepare for the Unit Test
- Synthesize understanding by creating individual silent films
Week 5: Sept. 18th-22nd
WEEKLY OBJECTIVES:
- Examine and critique six pivotal silent films for historical significance, story design, and technological advances
- Research the history of the silent film era including its impact of the social and political climate of early America
- Create a short silent film inspired by Charlie Chaplin or the other pieces we examined this week
MONDAY|
Watch 5 Important Silent Films HOMEWORK: Watch "A Trip To the Moon" and complete the worksheet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5x_M_vcNVY WEDNESDAY| Read both articles on the silent film era Watch Charlie Chaplin's "The Little Tramp" FRIDAY| Go over SILENT FILM PROJECT Take class time to watch samples, answer pre-planning questions, and devise story. HOMEWORK: Work on silent film project |
Week 4: Sept. 11th-15th
WEEK 3: Sept. 6th and 8th
WEEK 2: August 28th-September 1st
MONDAY:
Watch video on Aristotle's POETICS. Complete graphic organizer. WEDNESDAY: 1.) Review Aristotle's Poetics with a handout. 2.) Form groups of 4-5 and create your own version of THE POETICS. Present to the class. HOMEWORK: Make sure you can list the 6 parts of Aristotle's POETICS by heart! FRIDAY: 1.) Quiz on Aristotle's POETICS 1.) Take background notes on the History of Film. 2.) Make Zoetrope strips. HOMEWORK: WATCH SOME MOVIES AND TV! |
Week 19: Documentaries Continued
MONDAY|May 22nd
1.) Finish watching Forks Over Knives
2.) Please complete the following questions in complete sentences on a separate sheet of paper. Turn into the drawer when done.
QUESTIONS:
1.) Finish watching Forks Over Knives
2.) Please complete the following questions in complete sentences on a separate sheet of paper. Turn into the drawer when done.
QUESTIONS:
- Are human beings meant to be carnivores?
- What questions concern you most about the way you eat or the way your food is produced?
- Do you believe that eating is an activity filled with ethical issues? If so, what are some of the primary issues?
- Does FORKS OVER KNIVES challenge the way you think about food? About diseases? About the food industry?
- Do you agree with Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn who said that heart disease, cancer, and type-2 diabetes are “diseases of affluence”? What do you think of this claim?
- Were you aware of the connection between deforestation of the Amazon rainforest and raising cattle for human consumption? Do you think this deforestation is justified?
- Why did the filmmaker chose to use the phrase “plant-based diet” and not “vegan,” which is another name for this same type of diet?
- According to the World Health Organization, in almost all countries, the poorest citizens are most at risk for developing chronic diseases and dying prematurely. Why do you think this is the case?
- FORKS OVER KNIVES offers a series of recommendations for improving one’s diet. Are there any changes you intend to adopt in your own life?
- A ton of research and evidence has been gathered to support plant- based diets, but likewise, a ton of research and evidence has been gathered to support low-carb, high-fat and protein diets (often called “paleo” or LCHF). How do you reconcile these conflicting conclusions?
WEDNESDAY| MAY 24th
1.) Introduce the documentary project
2.) Watch samples
Week 18: Documentaries
MONDAY|May 15th, 2017
-Introduction to Documentaries Notes
WEDNESDAY|May 16th, 2017
-Watch the documentary, What Tomorrow Brings and complete accompanying questions.
FRIDAY| MAY 17th, 2017
-Small Group discussions on educational rights around the world.
HOMEWORK: Complete country profile page on education
-Introduction to Documentaries Notes
WEDNESDAY|May 16th, 2017
-Watch the documentary, What Tomorrow Brings and complete accompanying questions.
FRIDAY| MAY 17th, 2017
-Small Group discussions on educational rights around the world.
HOMEWORK: Complete country profile page on education
Week 17: Comedy Essay
Week 16: BreakingDown Comedy Characters
MONDAY|MAY 1 ALL PERIODS
1.) STEREOTYPES-Play improv games to figure out common characters and comedy tropes
HOMEWORK: Study satire/parody terms and be prepared for a comedy quiz thus far
WEDNESDAY|May 3rd
1.) COMEDY QUIZ-stereotypes, types of comedy, technical terms
2.) Clips from Rom Coms: CLUELESS, THE BREAKFAST CLUB, and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
3.) Complete graphic organizer for three films
FRIDAY|May 5th
1.) Complete questionnaire that corresponds with FilmSite.Org information on comedy
2.) Read/annotate comedy article and explore : http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/08/entertainment/history-comedy-key-moments/index.html
HOMEWORK: Get a head start on your comedy essay
1.) STEREOTYPES-Play improv games to figure out common characters and comedy tropes
HOMEWORK: Study satire/parody terms and be prepared for a comedy quiz thus far
WEDNESDAY|May 3rd
1.) COMEDY QUIZ-stereotypes, types of comedy, technical terms
2.) Clips from Rom Coms: CLUELESS, THE BREAKFAST CLUB, and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
3.) Complete graphic organizer for three films
FRIDAY|May 5th
1.) Complete questionnaire that corresponds with FilmSite.Org information on comedy
2.) Read/annotate comedy article and explore : http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/08/entertainment/history-comedy-key-moments/index.html
HOMEWORK: Get a head start on your comedy essay
Week 15: Comedy Continued
MONDAY| APRIL 24th
SKYPE Interview with David Zucker, Director and Screenwriter *Take notes/we will record interview to quote for our comedy term paper WEDNESDAY|APRIL 26th 1.) HANDOUT-The difference between Parody and Satire 2.) INTRO TO ROM COMS-Background on "The Princess Bride" 3.) Start watching "The Princess Bride" FRIDAY|APRIL 28th 1.) Finish watching the Princess Bride 2.) Finish packet for homework |
Week 14: COMEDY WEEK 2
Week 13: COMEDY
Week 12: Television Writing
MONDAY|March 27th
1.) Review Episode 2 of Full House 2.) Break episode into A and B stories. 3.) Watch one more episode of Full House to get a feel for the characters. 4.) Using TV Tropes (See website below the pictures), jot down your own character descriptions of Danny, Joey, Stephanie, Michelle, Uncle Jesse, Kimmy, and DJ. WEDNESDAY| March 29th 1.) In small groups, come up with an outline for your episode. Finish by the end of the period. |
Week 10: Ratings (Continued)
MONDAY| March 13th
1.) Finish the last five minutes of JAWS 2.) Write a paragraph explaining your findings, and give the movie a rating. Staple to your grid and turn in. WEDNESDAY| March 15th 1.) Go over the television rating system by annotating article. 2.) Watch and rate an episode of Friends. 3.) Watch and rate an episode of The Fairly Odd Parents. FRIDAY/ March 17th 1.) Watch and rate an episode of The Walking Dead 2.) Watch and rate an episode of The 100 HOMEWORK: Watch one television show on your own. Fill out the accompanying worksheet. |
Week 9: Movies and their Ratings
MONDAY| March 6th
1.) Go over Movie Ratings Handout 2.) Watch video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TTT1yKn4-o WEDNESDAY| March 8th 1.) Read article about parents and ratings 2.) Start watching JAWS. Keep track of examples that would tip the rating scale. FRIDAY|March 10th 1.) Finish JAWS 2.) Write a 1 page recommendation for a rating for the movie based upon your research. HOMEWORK: Finish report! May be handwritten. |
Week 8: Children's Movies
MONDAY| Feb. 27th
Discuss the Oscars WEDNESDAY| March 1st Watch The Neverending Story FRIDAY| March 3rd 1.) Finish The Neverending Story 2.) Work on Death in Movies writing prompt-The template is the left of this. All you have to do it download the template and follow the directions written inside of the document. HOMEWORK: Finish 2-3 page essay by Sunday at midnight Turn it into Turnitin.com |
Weeks 6&7
2/14th-2/24th
WEDNESDAY|2/15
1.) Share out 2 superb scenes 2.) Watch "Six Elevator Pitches" 3.) Fill out example sheet and share out 4.) Go over written pitch template and example FRIDAY| 2/17 1.) Review written pitch template 2.) Typing time to make pitch template. Due by Sunday, February 19th at midnight CLASS ID CODE: 13203884 CLASS PASSWORD: engelbert2 HOMEWORK: Turn in Written Pitch Template WEDNESDAY|2/ 22 1.) Story Book Assignment Activity 2.) Start watching the movie "Up" FRIDAY| 2/24 1.) Reading "Introducing Children to Death" article 2.0 Finish watching "Up" |
Week 5: Scene Analysis
2/6-2/10
MONDAY|
1.) Start watching Star Wars
HOMEWORK: Bring in a printed copy of your 2-3 page scene
TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY|
1.) Partner Evaluation-Scene
2.) Go over evaluation rubric for scene
3.) Continue watching Star Wars
HOMEWORK: Final draft of scene due-must be printed and handed in next class!
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY|
1. Finish Star Wars
2.) Lecture and Videos on Movie Treatments
3.) Take a look at the Star Wars Treatment
4.) Go over modified treatment example and assignment
HOMEWORK: Steps 1-5 of Treatment outline
1.) Start watching Star Wars
HOMEWORK: Bring in a printed copy of your 2-3 page scene
TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY|
1.) Partner Evaluation-Scene
2.) Go over evaluation rubric for scene
3.) Continue watching Star Wars
HOMEWORK: Final draft of scene due-must be printed and handed in next class!
WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY|
1. Finish Star Wars
2.) Lecture and Videos on Movie Treatments
3.) Take a look at the Star Wars Treatment
4.) Go over modified treatment example and assignment
HOMEWORK: Steps 1-5 of Treatment outline
Week 4: Crafting Your Story
1/30-2/3
MONDAY|
1. Fill out feedback template for original story HW: Solidify idea and write logline WEDNESDAY| 1.) Share out loglines 2.) Watch "The Paperboy" and Discuss it 3.) Work on 12 steps of a hero's journey HOMEWORK: Finish 12 step summary FRIDAY| 1.) Anatomy of Scene-Notes 2.) Screenplay Template 3.) Example scene HOMEWORK: Turn in first draft of "conflict" scene |
Week 3: Finishing the Hero's Journey
1/23-27th
MONDAY|
1.) QUIZ over Hero's Journey 2.) Review Joseph Campbell's article WEDNESDAY| 1.) Finish watching BIG 2.) Answer group discussion questions 3.) Logline practice HOMEWORK: Come to class with a logline for your hero's journey FRIDAY| -Today, you'll work on creating your own character map for a hero's journey. I will walk you through some brainstorming and creative writing exercises. By the end of the class period, you will have a list of character types and functions. HOMEWORK: Over the weekend, you must write up a paragraph for all steps of your hero's journey. It is okay if this is handwritten. |
WEEK 2: The Hero's Comedic Journey
1/17-1/20
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Read and annotate article about "The Wizard of OZ". 2.) Start watching the movie "Big". HOMEWORK: Quiz over Ten Steps of a Hero's Journey, including questions from the article handout and Wizard of Oz article FRIDAY| 1.)Quiz over Hero's Journey/Oz article 2.) Finish watching Big 3.) Map out the steps of a Hero's Journey according to BIG HOMEWORK: Watch any movie and notate the steps of a hero's journey |
SEMESTER 2: WEEK ONE
Jan. 9th-13th "The Hero's Journey"
MONDAY|
Schoolwide Instruction and Special Schedule
WEDNESDAY|
1) Watch intro video on Joseph Campbell's "The Hero's Journey"
2) Read/annotate in depth article
3) Start watching The Wizard of Oz and jotting down the 10 steps
HOMEWORK: Come to class with as many steps identified as we have watched thus far
FRIDAY|
1) Finish watching the Wizard of Oz
2) Identify all steps as a class for essay assignment
HOMEWORK: Finish all steps on separate sheet of paper. Be preapred to turn it in!
Schoolwide Instruction and Special Schedule
WEDNESDAY|
1) Watch intro video on Joseph Campbell's "The Hero's Journey"
2) Read/annotate in depth article
3) Start watching The Wizard of Oz and jotting down the 10 steps
HOMEWORK: Come to class with as many steps identified as we have watched thus far
FRIDAY|
1) Finish watching the Wizard of Oz
2) Identify all steps as a class for essay assignment
HOMEWORK: Finish all steps on separate sheet of paper. Be preapred to turn it in!
FINAL WEEK OF SEMESTER ONE!
MONDAY|
1.) Distribute Final Review packet. Complete as much as possible in class.
HOMEWORK: Finish packet
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Go over review packet.
2.) Watch and discuss Caine's Arcade.
HOMEWORK: Study for final!
FRIDAY|
First semester final exam
1.) Distribute Final Review packet. Complete as much as possible in class.
HOMEWORK: Finish packet
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Go over review packet.
2.) Watch and discuss Caine's Arcade.
HOMEWORK: Study for final!
FRIDAY|
First semester final exam
Week 15: Dec. 5th-9th
MONDAY|
1.) Four Corners: Traditions, Identity, Community 2) Notes on the Characterization Pyramid HOMEWORK: 5 Fields in the literary terms packet (given in class) WEDNESDAY| 1.) Watch "Elf". 2.) Complete Characterization Pyramid. HOMEWORK: 5 fields in the literary terms packet (given in class) FRIDAY| 1.) Finish "Elf". 2.) Complete the community, themes, and identity handout. HOMEWORK: 5 fields in literary terms packet (given in class). |
Week 14: Nov. 28th-Dec. 2nd
MONDAY|
1.) Review Rear Window by completing Handout 2
2.) Talk about direct and indirect characterization, and fill it in on the literary chart.
3.) Assign five fields to fill out on sheet.
HOMEWORK: Using the literary terms packet, please define and cite movie examples for the following terms: setting, rising action, falling action, conclusion, exposition (context list).
WEDNESDAY|
1.) Share out some literary chart movie examples.
2.) Continue study of "Rear Window", and fill out handouts.
HOMEWORK: Define and cite movie examples for the following terms: person vs. person, person vs society, characterization, person vs. himself, tone
FRIDAY|
1.) wrap up Rear Window.
2.) Group discussion questions.
3.) Outline for essay.
HOMEWORK: Finish Rear Window Essay.
Week 13: Nov. 14th-18th
Announcements: Monday is a 2, 4, 6, 8 day. Friday is a minimum day.
MONDAY|
1.) Group share of film noir movies. 2.) Start reading and discussing the short story "It Had to Be Murder" by Cornell Woolrich. HOMEWORK: Finish reading the short story. You can use the audio file that is linked. There will be a quiz next class! WEDNESDAY| 1.) Quiz over "It Had To Be Murder" 2.) Read opening of "Rear Window" screenplay. Watch the opening and compare. 3.) More "Rear Window" activities. FRIDAY| 1.) Hitchcock PPT Notes HOMEWORK: Watch movies and shows! Pay special attention to tension and point-of-view! |
Monday |
1.) Take PPT notes on Film Noir.
2.) Start watching "Double Indemnity".
Wednesday |
1.) Read the Schrader article on film noir.
2.) Finish watching "Double Indemnity."
HOMEWORK: Choose your own film to few from the list of choices, and fill out the accompanying questionnaire.
1.) Take PPT notes on Film Noir.
2.) Start watching "Double Indemnity".
Wednesday |
1.) Read the Schrader article on film noir.
2.) Finish watching "Double Indemnity."
HOMEWORK: Choose your own film to few from the list of choices, and fill out the accompanying questionnaire.
Week 10: Oct. 24th-28th
Monday |
1.) Answer all "Before Viewing" questions on the skeleton notes handout on "Citizen Kane". The PPT is included for your convenience. Wednesday | 1.) Watch "Citizen Kane". Take notes on flashbacks and plot development as you watch. Friday | 1.) Finish the film. Answer the comprehension questions given in class. |
Week 9: Oct. 17th-21st
Announcements: All sophomores and juniors will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday.
Monday |
1.) Discuss the questions from the "All Quiet on the Western Front" paper.
Wednesday |
All sophomores and juniors are taking the PSAT, so we will watch a film of choice.
Friday |
1.)Finish watching "Unbroken."
HOMEWORK: Write a think piece (1-2 page MLA format paper) on themes and motifs in war movies. You can expound your ideas on
PTSD, how the emotional journey of the characters changed over the course of the film, or anything of your choice. This is your chance
to professionally yet informally sound off on what you think!
1.) Discuss the questions from the "All Quiet on the Western Front" paper.
Wednesday |
All sophomores and juniors are taking the PSAT, so we will watch a film of choice.
Friday |
1.)Finish watching "Unbroken."
HOMEWORK: Write a think piece (1-2 page MLA format paper) on themes and motifs in war movies. You can expound your ideas on
PTSD, how the emotional journey of the characters changed over the course of the film, or anything of your choice. This is your chance
to professionally yet informally sound off on what you think!
Week 8: Oct. 10-14th
ANNOUNCEMENTS: 10-WEEK GRADES ARE TURNED IN THIS WEEK!!!!
Monday |
1.)I will hand back the German Expressionism Essays. Please fill out the second column of the "Essay Evaluation Sheet".
2.) We will review the school and world's policies on plagiarism.
Wednesday |
1.)Continue watching "All Quiet on the Western Front".
2.) Keep filling out question sheet.
HOMEWORK: Read Ch. 11 of All Quiet on the Western Front. Be ready to discuss it and compare this chapter to the director's portrayal
of key events in the movie.
Friday |
1.)Finish watching "All Quiet on the Western Front".
2.) Fill out movie comparison sheet and discussion questions as a group.
Monday |
1.)I will hand back the German Expressionism Essays. Please fill out the second column of the "Essay Evaluation Sheet".
2.) We will review the school and world's policies on plagiarism.
Wednesday |
1.)Continue watching "All Quiet on the Western Front".
2.) Keep filling out question sheet.
HOMEWORK: Read Ch. 11 of All Quiet on the Western Front. Be ready to discuss it and compare this chapter to the director's portrayal
of key events in the movie.
Friday |
1.)Finish watching "All Quiet on the Western Front".
2.) Fill out movie comparison sheet and discussion questions as a group.
Week 7: October 3rd-7th
Announcements:Pep Rally Friday Monday | DAY R 1.)Fill out the Essay Evaluation Sheet. 2.) Watch the 14-minute documentary film, "I Destini". Be prepared to discuss the film in terms of how the short reflects current culture and concerns. You can watch the film here:https://static01.nyt.com/video/players/offsite/index.html?videoId=100000004564756 HOMEWORK: None Wednesday | DAY S 1.) Discuss "I, Destini." 2.) Distribute the article, "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Production." Jigsaw the article and fill out the accompanying graphic organizer. HOMEWORK: Finish chart. Friday | DAY T 1.) Start watching "All Quiet on the Western Front." 2.) Fill out accompanying questions. |
Week 6: September 25th-29th
Announcements: We're rewinding a few years and covering an international cinematic era: expressionism. Monday | DAY O 1.)Go over "What Makes a Good Film" Handout. 2.) Watch "Dr. Caligari". HOMEWORK: None Wednesday | DAY P 1.) Expressionism PPT and Handouts 2.) Watch samples of "Nosferatu" and "Metropolis" 3.) Fill out handout comparing and contrasting the three films. HOMEWORK: Finish expressionism handout Friday | DAY Q 1.) Write a 2-3 page, MLA Format Cinematic Criticism on one of the three samples I showed you in class. Choose two of the criteria listed in the "What Makes a Good Film" Handout, and break down the film. Download the sample and rubric. HOMEWORK: Finish essay! |
Week 5: September 19th-23rd
Announcements: None Monday | DAY L 1.) Jazz Age PPT 2.) Nash shares history of Jazz music, and students write summaries for stories inspired by his music. HOMEWORK: Finish one page plot synopsis of jazz-inspired story. Wednesday | DAY M 1.) Read Jazz background article using ProTalk handouts 2.) Finish watching movie HOMEWORK: Finish review packet and study for test! Friday | DAY N 1.) Read/annotate Jazz Article. 2.) Share Outs. |
Week 4: September 12th-16th
Announcements: 5 Week progress reports
Monday | DAY I
1.) Go over Silent Film Project
2.) Work on Review Packet for Test.
HOMEWORK: Finish silent movie project!
Wednesday | DAY J
1.) Watch all projects.
2.) Do internet search part of film test review.
HOMEWORK: Finish review packet and study for test!
Friday | DAY K
1.) Take Test
2.) Start watching "The Jazz Singer".
Announcements: 5 Week progress reports
Monday | DAY I
1.) Go over Silent Film Project
2.) Work on Review Packet for Test.
HOMEWORK: Finish silent movie project!
Wednesday | DAY J
1.) Watch all projects.
2.) Do internet search part of film test review.
HOMEWORK: Finish review packet and study for test!
Friday | DAY K
1.) Take Test
2.) Start watching "The Jazz Singer".
Wednesday | DAY G
We didn't quite finish our work from last week, so we'll catch up today. 1.) Check in: What did you watch over the weekend? 2.) Read and annotate Charlie Chaplin handout. 3.) Watch "The Tramp". Keep a bulleted list of what's going on as you watch. 4.) Start planning your "Chaplin skit". If we have time, will perform them. HOMEWORK: Plan out your Chaplin skit! Friday | DAY H Perform our Chaplin skits! Today you will plan your silent movie era project. In a small group of no more than four members, you will write a description for a short (1-2 minutes) film. Your film must be inspired by classic literature or a historic event in some way. (Please get your subject matter approved before hand.) During class you will choose your group, choose your literature, and write your description. You must also find time over the weekend to schedule filming. We will view these videos next Wednesday during class. |
Week 1: 8/15-8/19 "Welcome Back"
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Week 2: 8/22-8/26
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Week 3: 8/29-9/2
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Monday| DAY D
Finish reading and discussing Enoch Arden. Wednesday | DAY E Skeleton notes for the second History of Film PPT. Watch Enoch Arden. Fill out comparison sheet. HOMEWORK: Finish comparison paper if you don't finish in class! Friday | DAY F Open with "The Great Train Robbery." Read article of Charlie Chaplin. Annotate. Watch and discuss "The Tramp, |