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In class discussion forum response.

The learner Portfolio tasks rubric is a holistic rubric, looking at a range of factors such as effort; thought and detail in written task (word choice/vocabulary; syntax; other techniques); expression on oral tasks (intonation, stress, volume, dynamics, expression)

Learner Portfolio Check Key Aspects: -length/number of entries (4/month) -multimodality: class notes, reflections, links to Popplet or other apps, rough drafts, scans of physical notes -includes brief, clear descriptions of each entry, especially for links to videos or Popplets etc

In order to explore language through a variety of media and modes and use language as a vehicle for thought, creativity, reflection, learning, self-expression, analysis and social interaction, students will use the following skills: h. Use appropriate strategies for organizing complex information j. Select and use technology effectively and productively Media include: social bookmarking and annotating tools

In class discussion forum response.

Learner Portfolio tasks include "learning artifacts". Key Aspects: length/number of entries; multimodality; detail; incorporation of others' voices (critical perspectives; literary criticism)

Respond to the prompts or texts. Make an inquiry question Give an example. Be sure to explain your evidence thoroughly in two or more sentences. If there is a requirement to discuss a minimum # of points, such as 3, then make sure you do so.

Assessment of IOP

Answer the questions in the Close Reader. Use CEC argumentation: Claim; Evidence; Commentary Be sure to explain your evidence thoroughly. Use literary terms whenever possible.

-highlight key sections; margin notes based on the annotations; close reader Qs Annotations include: -definitions -color-coding for different notes -point out confusions -ask questions -predictions, conclusions, evidence -background info -explain what is going on in text -make connections to other parts of the text (and perhaps to other texts, as well as personal connections) -point out literary devices -use humor -have a conversation with oneself/with the text/author

In class discussion forum response. Holistic rubric.

Rubric for Cornell Notes

Intro paragraph w/ a concise title, a good hook using a metaphor/analogy or allusion to help capture reader attention , clear general info, strong thesis statement with counterargument.

Intro paragraph w/ a concise title, a good hook using a metaphor/analogy or allusion to help capture reader attention , clear general info, strong thesis statement and guide sentence.

Assessment of IOP

Intro paragraph w/ a concise title, a good hook using a metaphor/analogy or allusion to help capture reader attention , clear general info, strong thesis statement and guide sentence.

Write a 650 word, five-paragraph persuasive argument in which you use what you have learned in this course on persuasive techniques to convince prospective college students that a college education is worth (or not worth) their time and money You must cite at least 3 sources; include in-text citation and a Works Cited page; and follow MLA format.

Create a semantic web in groups pulling together terminology on one of the following topics: a) feudalism b) knights and chivalry c) castles and manors d) the material culture of the court

Poem on Feudalism, Chivalry, material wealth. Goal: a rhymed poem that shows chivalry, feudalism, ritual, etc. Role: Students play the role of a time traveller, reporting their findings. Audience: Other students Situation: travel in time to do research using a variety of media (videos, secondary non-fiction, poems) to collect data on chivalry and feudalism. Product: 3 sections of a poem (4) Standards: rhyme scheme/stanzas; similes; terminology; insight into the theme of unit; literary devices

Students will make a presentation with a well-planned script. The presentation should include well-chosen visuals, subtitles and terse, point-form bullet points to accompany the script. The topic is "What are the 3 (or more) main conditioning factors as you see them in your life?" The presentation should include at least 1, but preferably 2, connections to the literature we've studied in class: Two Kinds; Pancakes; Hamadi; Math and After Math)