1/13/14
In Class:
Journal-- What does it mean to be a “reader” or “writer?” Do you consider yourself either (or both)? What contexts in life would you need to know how to read and/or write?
Discussed this course's focus on communication and the power of words. Screen two videos on the theme of “The Power of Words”: Video 1
Video 2
Discussed the purpose of bettering our literacy (reading, writing, speaking, & listening) for social change and growth.
Reviewed syllabus and class expectations.
Introduced GMX Workbooks and explained assignment.
Introduced Timed Writing assignment and first reading, "The Joy of Reading and Writing: Superman and Me" by Sherman Alexie.
Assigned "Reading is Fundamental" by Jeffrey Heffron and guided notes.
Exit ticket: If I do one thing to be successful this block, it will be...
Homework:
Complete "Reading is Fundamental" guided notes.
Choose a book to read.
Read "The Joy of Reading and Writing" by Wednesday.
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