Welcome
Integrated English Syllabus
Contact Information:
Instructor: Mrs. Theresa Christian
Email Address: tchristian@berwicksd.org
Planning Period: 4
Text and Resource Materials:
Required Text:
Prentice Hall Literature, Grade 9 / 10
To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Shoeless Joe by Ray Kinsella
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin
Once and Future King by T. H. White
Course Description:
· An accelerated, honors-level course (1.5 credits) integrating advanced composition skills, academic writing, and a wide variety of world literature from multiple genres.
Core Ideas:
· An accelerated course (1.5 credits) in preparation for English Department AP offerings
· Literature content – “breadth over depth”
· Assessment philosophy – “depth of analysis”
· Reading focus – comprehension and analysis (literary and rhetorical choices)
· Writing focus – the development of advanced composition skills in academic writing
· Keystone test preparation – How to score advanced?
· Pacing – finish main curriculum by May; review main ideas, concepts, skills; prepare for Keystone exam
· Independent reading – “practice becomes habit”
· *Drama unit – Draw parallels to the major themes and readings studied and read throughout the year
· At conclusion of course, students will have the skills necessary to score advanced on Keystone exam and to enter into AP classes.
Prerequisites: Application required
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Become more open-minded and well-rounded, and to understand the importance of being a life-long learner who is willing to study and understand new ideas, philosophies, and concepts.
2. Expand their vocabulary.
3. Further develop their critical thinking skills through reading and writing.
4. Intensify their study and analysis of literature (both fiction and nonfiction).
5. Perfect their writing and communication skills through various types of writing.
6. Use computers and other types of media for learning purposes such as for research regarding novel background information and themes.
Assessments and Grading:
Written exams, essays, oral presentations, class discussions, and projects both individual and small group. Grading is done using a total points system. Integrity is expected at all times.
Written exams, essays, oral presentations, class discussions, and projects both individual and small group. Grading is done using a total points system. Integrity is expected at all times.
Once a week we will part from formal writing and jump into our journals.
All work will be graded. Students MUST meet deadlines. Late work will not be accepted. All work must be completed. Partial essays, projects and journals will receive a zero.
Notes:
1. Bring a 2 inch binder to the class
2. Bring your laptops
3. Bring your summer work. It will be collected on the first day of class. Late submissions will NOT be accepted. This is a graded assignment that will be used to evaluate your writing.
Common Core:
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We will begin class by exploring our ONE DRIVE and CLASS NOTEBOOK
Section 1- Bell ringer
8/24
1. James is a STAUNCH supporter of his family
A. Impossible to recover B. Producing wealth C. Steadfast; loyal D. a stock of works E. first public appearance
A. Impossible to recover B. Producing wealth C. Steadfast; loyal D. a stock of works E. first public appearance
2. After loosing $10,000 last year, he closed the business when it was no longer LUCRATIVE..
A. Impossible to recover B. Producing wealth C. Steadfast; loyal D. a stock of works E. first public appearance
A. Impossible to recover B. Producing wealth C. Steadfast; loyal D. a stock of works E. first public appearance
8/23 Bell ringer:
Bell Ringer:
1.Sign in to your computer. Sign in to your One Drive. Access your Class Notebook for Integrated.
Click on the section labeled DAILY WORKSHEETS. Next, select Bell Ringer. Follow the directions.
1.Sign in to your computer. Sign in to your One Drive. Access your Class Notebook for Integrated.
Click on the section labeled DAILY WORKSHEETS. Next, select Bell Ringer. Follow the directions.
—Bell Ringer- For each bell ringer, you will write the correct answer and circle the relevant context clues in the sentence. Then write your own sentence using the word in context. That means we must be able to tell the meaning of the word from the detail in your sentence.
- ◦Determine the meaning of the underlined word using the context clues surrounding the term. Circle the context clues.
◦Florence Nightingale, the famous nursing reformer, had the eccentric habit of carrying a pet owl around in one of her pockets.
–A. ordinary B. odd C. careful
The great ballplayer and civil rights leader Jackie Robinson was the epitome of both physical and moral strength.
–A. a perfect model B. an opposite C. a main cause
Adamant in his support of gun control, Senator Keen won’t give in to pressure from powerful opponents.
–A. firm B. uncertain C. flexible
Bell ringer:
In your One Note Notebook
Write the Sentence. Write the answer. Place an arrow from the underlined word to the part of the sentence that serves as the context clue.
In your One Note Notebook
Write the Sentence. Write the answer. Place an arrow from the underlined word to the part of the sentence that serves as the context clue.
In the ring, the two boxers were antagonists, but in their private lives they were good friends.
–A. a supporters B. enemies C. example
Ill will between the two families goes back so many generations that nobody remembers what caused the ANIMOSITY.
–A. strong dislike B. admiration C. great fear
My amiable dog greets both strangers and old friends with a happy yip and energetic tail-wagging.
–A. intelligent B. uncaring C. good-natured
Section 2
Section 2
5 paragraph essay form
1. Students will review the form and technique for writing a 5 paragraph essay.
2. Students will become familiar with the various parts of the 5 paragraph essay
The five paragraph essay follows a defined format. The first paragraph introduces us to the thesis of the essay and directs us to the three main supporting subtopics. The second through fourth paragraphs are all similar in format. They individually restate the subtopics, and are developed by giving supporting information. The fifth and last paragraph restates the main thesis idea and reminds the reader of the three main supporting ideas that were developed. All of these paragraphs are important.
The introductory paragraph is the place in which the writer introduces the reader to the topic. It is important to make this a clear and limited statement. This is where the writer grabs the reader's attention. Because of its purpose, it is often the first sentence of the paragraph. It is followed by three subtopics that develop the thesis. Between this paragraph and all paragraphs of the essay, there needs to be some kind of a transition word, phrase, or sentence.Next, the body of the essay contains paragraphs two through four. They are all similarly constructed. Their topic sentences are restatements, often in original form, of the three supporting ideas presented in the first paragraph. The subtopic of each of the body paragraphs is again supported by three or more supporting sentences. These cement, in the reader's mind, the relevancy and relationship of each of the subtopics to the thesis statement.
Finally, the fifth paragraph is the summary paragraph. It is important to restate the thesis and three supporting ideas in an original and powerful manner as this is the last chance the writer has to convince the reader of the validity of the information presented. Because the purposes of the first and fifth paragraph are so similar that some writers construct them at the same time. They will edit them, as necessary, as they do with each and every part of the essay.It is important to reiterate that each of the paragraphs is joined together by a transition word, phrase or sentence. Transitions help the reader to follow the flow of the logic and sequencing. All of the essay types follow this basic transition format. However, there is more latitude with the narrative essay because of its nature.
To put it more visually, the structure model has been color coded and looks like this:
A. Opening paragraph:
Motivator
Brief Expansion of topic
Thesis Statement
Blueprint (*This contains subtopic 1, subtopic 2, and subtopic 3)
Transition
Introduction
http://members.tripod.com/~lklivingston/essay/intro.html
B. Three Body Paragraphs
*The body paragraphs will follow the order of the three blueprint ideas
Topic sentence (Each body paragraph will restate subtopics 1,2, &3)
Specific detail /Example (Several specific examples must be used for each body paragraph)
Restate concept of each paragraph's point
(TRI Paragraphs)
Transition
*Example of body paragraph 1:
Restate Subtopic One
First Supporting Detail or Example
Second Supporting Detail or Example
Third Supporting Detail or Example
Transition
Supporting Paragraphs
C. Conclusion / Summary Paragraph
Make final points to sum up the essay. Restate / rephrase the thesis statement to stress the main topic of the essay.
Synthesis of main topic
Synthesis of Subtopic One
Synthesis of Subtopic Two
Synthesis of Subtopic Three
Summary Paragraph
http://members.tripod.com/~lklivingston/essay/intro.html
Sample 5 paragraph essay:
Exercise
1. Students will review the form and technique for writing a 5 paragraph essay.
2. Students will become familiar with the various parts of the 5 paragraph essay
The five paragraph essay follows a defined format. The first paragraph introduces us to the thesis of the essay and directs us to the three main supporting subtopics. The second through fourth paragraphs are all similar in format. They individually restate the subtopics, and are developed by giving supporting information. The fifth and last paragraph restates the main thesis idea and reminds the reader of the three main supporting ideas that were developed. All of these paragraphs are important.
The introductory paragraph is the place in which the writer introduces the reader to the topic. It is important to make this a clear and limited statement. This is where the writer grabs the reader's attention. Because of its purpose, it is often the first sentence of the paragraph. It is followed by three subtopics that develop the thesis. Between this paragraph and all paragraphs of the essay, there needs to be some kind of a transition word, phrase, or sentence.Next, the body of the essay contains paragraphs two through four. They are all similarly constructed. Their topic sentences are restatements, often in original form, of the three supporting ideas presented in the first paragraph. The subtopic of each of the body paragraphs is again supported by three or more supporting sentences. These cement, in the reader's mind, the relevancy and relationship of each of the subtopics to the thesis statement.
Finally, the fifth paragraph is the summary paragraph. It is important to restate the thesis and three supporting ideas in an original and powerful manner as this is the last chance the writer has to convince the reader of the validity of the information presented. Because the purposes of the first and fifth paragraph are so similar that some writers construct them at the same time. They will edit them, as necessary, as they do with each and every part of the essay.It is important to reiterate that each of the paragraphs is joined together by a transition word, phrase or sentence. Transitions help the reader to follow the flow of the logic and sequencing. All of the essay types follow this basic transition format. However, there is more latitude with the narrative essay because of its nature.
To put it more visually, the structure model has been color coded and looks like this:
A. Opening paragraph:
Motivator
Brief Expansion of topic
Thesis Statement
Blueprint (*This contains subtopic 1, subtopic 2, and subtopic 3)
Transition
Introduction
http://members.tripod.com/~lklivingston/essay/intro.html
B. Three Body Paragraphs
*The body paragraphs will follow the order of the three blueprint ideas
Topic sentence (Each body paragraph will restate subtopics 1,2, &3)
Specific detail /Example (Several specific examples must be used for each body paragraph)
Restate concept of each paragraph's point
(TRI Paragraphs)
Transition
*Example of body paragraph 1:
Restate Subtopic One
First Supporting Detail or Example
Second Supporting Detail or Example
Third Supporting Detail or Example
Transition
Supporting Paragraphs
C. Conclusion / Summary Paragraph
Make final points to sum up the essay. Restate / rephrase the thesis statement to stress the main topic of the essay.
Synthesis of main topic
Synthesis of Subtopic One
Synthesis of Subtopic Two
Synthesis of Subtopic Three
Summary Paragraph
http://members.tripod.com/~lklivingston/essay/intro.html
Sample 5 paragraph essay:
Exercise
Parts of an essay
TIP:
-Remember, the thesis statement must be consistent throughout the paper. Each paragraph must reflect one aspect of the thesis statement. This allows for strong focus, content development, organization and adds to the style of the paper.
TIP:
-Remember, the thesis statement must be consistent throughout the paper. Each paragraph must reflect one aspect of the thesis statement. This allows for strong focus, content development, organization and adds to the style of the paper.
Section 3
Putting it all together
Now you are going to write a 5 paragraph essay utilizing all of the rules discussed in class.
Pick a topic below and create a thesis statement. Remember you are proving this topic/ point throughout your essay.
A. Complete an outline (located under LINKS)
B. Begin your rough draft.
Outlines will be due on Monday when you walk into class.
Essays will be due on Wednesday, August 29.
All outlines and essays will be submitted to www.turnitin.com
All essays will be run through grammarly (Mrs. Christian will make you an account)
Remember, use SPECIFIC details and transitional sentences.
- Things to do to defend endangered species of animals/plants from continuous extinction
- School teachers should allow students to use their mobile devices for lessons
- Fast-food companies are guilty of the increased level of obesity
- Textbooks are an old-fashioned way of learning; e-Books and mobile apps should be popularized
- Defining personal heroes/role models
- The importance of English language classes
- Should students wear uniforms?
- Teachers must give more freedom to their students.
- Boys and girls should study in separate classes.
- The use of animals in scientific studies is immoral & unethical?
- The right age for dating
- E-learning is getting more powerful than a traditional education
- Wealthy people should share their goods with poorer people
- Fashion is not important when it comes to defining personality
- High school grading system is not 100% accurate/fair
- Does state testing provide an accurate account of a student's educational profile?
Sample 5 paragraph essay:
http://geosoc.org/schools/PASSNEW/5paraessay.htm
The Five Paragraph Essay - Here is a sample to show you hot it all fits together. (Graphic organizer)
http://www.taftcollege.edu/newTC/Academic/LiberalArts/OWL/SAMPFIVE.HTML- a second example
TIP:
-Remember, the thesis statement must be consistent throughout the paper. Each paragraph must reflect one aspect of the thesis statement. This allows for strong focus, content development, organization and adds to the style of the paper.
Section 3
HOMEWORK
Students received Vocabulary Packets
Homework: For Monday, 8/26
Complete vocab unit 1
1.On a separate paper, write original sentences for each vocab word.
*****BE SURE THAT YOU HAVE CONTEXT CLUES FOR EACH WORD IN YOUR SENTENCES.
Students received Vocabulary Packets
Homework: For Monday, 8/26
Complete vocab unit 1
1.On a separate paper, write original sentences for each vocab word.
*****BE SURE THAT YOU HAVE CONTEXT CLUES FOR EACH WORD IN YOUR SENTENCES.
2. Cap. the word and Italicize the context clue in each sentence
3. Make sure you turn it in to www.turnitin.com before class on Monday
3. Make sure you turn it in to www.turnitin.com before class on Monday
**Vocab test 1: Friday, 8/30
