Thursday, January 29, 2015

Thursday, January 29, 2015


Warm Up: 
20 Minutes of independent reading (This is week #24)
Mini-Lesson Topic:
Trace and evaluate an argument
Questions to guide learning:
What makes for good argument writing? 
How do the elements of argument make for a strong argument?
Work Time: 
Close read the document "Shut Down Your Screen"
Trace and evaluate the elements of argument in the text
Identify the following parts of this argumentative essay using the highlight tool:
thesis, claims, evidence/explanation/details supporting claim, counterclaims and rebuttals
How I'll know I'm successful:
I can identify elements of argument in text.
I can determine if the argument is supported by reasons and evidence. 
Debrief: 
Exit Ticket: Answer the guiding questions. 
Homework:
Independent reading (At least 30 minutes)
Update reading list
Complete and turn in any missing assignments (such as the Genius Hour Citation Page).
Notes:
4th Period needs to finish the Vocabulary Quiz. 

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