Novel Assignments #1 and #2 Choose two of the following assignments. Hand them into the Dropboxes for Novel Assignments #1 and #2. Length: 3-4 double spaced pages each. In working on two of the assignments you will work closely with topics that require a close reading of the text. You will be evaluated on your introduction and thesis, the body paragraphs in which you argue your claims, and the concluding paragraph.
September 27th 2012 Josh Fewer ENG 3U Mrs. Breault Satire/Parody Every day is a new beginning. A brand new start and everybody has an opportunity to flourish and put their skills on display. In high school, you’re given the opportunity to make friends due to a system. To many, it’s a very psychological and natural event that sorts people that share similar traits, into various groups. Any guesses?
Use the scaffold below to assist you when it comes to your extended response. IntroductionSentences 1 - 2: Concept statement (could include a quote. )Sentence 3: Address / reword the questionSentences 4 - 5: Introduce the texts you will be discussing | ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ | Body Paragraph OneExplain the significance of the FIRST poem and how it links to the concept of Belonging Sentence 1: Topic sentence – what is the topic of your paragraphSentences 2 – 7: Explanation. Example. Quote.
You will also be responsible for a Works Cited section at the end of the paper. Here are some reminders before you begin: 1. Write a well-developed introduction with lead-in, thesis, and if you wish, an essay guide. 2. Write three body paragraphs, minimum.
I chose to focus on the PK-2nd Grade guidelines developed by NETS for Students. It is important to keep in mind that the profile that is set up for PK-2nd grade is meant as a guide for teachers to use as “indicators of achievements at this certain primary stage (“ISTE/NETS,” 2007) and it is based on the assumption or idea that these children will have regular access to several different types of technological tools. There is a multitude of technology that is widely available for the K-12 classroom. Software as simple as Microsoft Powerpoint and as complex as Auto CAD is available for every type of classroom. Hardware such as scanners, digital cameras, and flash drives are also a tiny handful of hardware that is available.
The essay identifies the name of the poem and the author at the beginning. The essay presents a thesis in the introductory paragraph and ends with a concluding paragraph that restates the thesis of the essay. The body of the essay contains paragraphs that support the essay's thesis. The essay usually follows one or an appropriate combination of the four major organizational plans (chronological order, spatial order, logical order, order of importance), but there may be a few details or ideas that are out of place. Transitions are generally used effectively.
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Key Organizational Concepts Introduction—Opening of your essay. Usually uses a strategy to gain readers’ interest (a quotation, a definition, an anecdote, questions, startling statements), followed by the thesis. In a literary essay like this one, if you can’t think of another way to start, begin either with a
In this report, the study identifies the following eight practices that are “proving successful” especially in schools that serve disadvantaged children: (1) Make every minute count; (2) Prioritize time according to focused learning goals; (3) Individualize learning time and instruction based on student needs; (4) Build a school culture of expectations and mutual accountability; (5) Provide a well-rounded education; (6) Prepare students for college and career; (7) Continually strengthen instruction; and (8) Relentlessly assess, analyze and respond to student data. Randi Weingarten argues that extended learning isn’t the one and all way to raise achievement, but can be one of many tools to do so. He also pointed out that these changes have to be implemented with “input and buy in” from teachers, and also compensation to teachers for additional time which the study does not address. Educational leaders and policymakers are grappling with strategies that will provide students, especially those living in high-poverty areas, with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the 21st
Preparing for GCSE Language Examination 12 Mark Anthology Question Section B: 'Mini Essay' How to get an A*: • Read, re-read, annotate, revise all the anthology passages. • Do practice questions. • Do practice PQAs. • Make sure that you structure your answer well and that you analyse language closely for meaning. You will need to show an awareness of purpose, audience, linguistic and literary techniques and their effects.