Do Now: Monday, September 17th, 2012

Do Now: Monday, September 16th, 2013There is no homework due today.Begin making your vocabulary cards. abhor (v.)- to hateyield (v.)- to make way for or to makeprocure (v.)- to get, to obtainRoot: pet = to seek aggressively, to rushpetulant (adj)- irritable or short-temperedimpetuous (adj.)- acting passionately and without forethoughtimpetus (n.)- the thing/person that drives someone

1Vocabulary SentencesEven though Ms. Yarrington loves tomatoes, she abhors ketchup with a passion! Students may procure glittery lanyards from one of the cheerleaders. This recipe yields (makes) twelve cupcakes. Henry was pulled over on Thursday afternoon while driving because he did not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk. Ms. Wrottens advisee had a petulant attitude when Ms. Wrotten told her to go to detention. Pyramus acted in an impetuous manner when he killed himself because he thought Thisbe was dead. The tragic accident at the crossroads was the impetus for the meeting on traffic safety. Turn It In (.com)!Go to: www.turnitin.comClick: Sign inSign up: Use the class ID below and your Muchin e-mail address. Wrotten: ID-5532911 Password: cupid [Honors: ID-5532905 Password: cupid]

PortfolioDirections: Read the yellow sheet, annotating to make clear of what the paper ask you to do. Objectives:SWBAT identify the key components to a strong, central thesis statement.

SWBAT identify the six steps to choosing a topic.

SWBAT identify the parts to an introduction paragraph. Thesis Statementshttp://prezi.com/fyvpmqwvwvik/eng-101-thesis-statement/

six steps for choosing a topic1 2 3 4 5 6

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

7step 1: choose a topicvideo games

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

8step 2: be a little more specificvideo games and learning

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

9step 3: be even a little more specificfirst person shooter video games and their effect on learning behavior

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

10step 4: change any vague words and make them more specificfirst person shooter games and their effect on the ability of adolescents to learn how to socialize with their peers

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

11step 5: write a complete sentenceThe effect of first person shooter games affects the ability of adolescents to learn positive social behaviors.

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

12step 6: write a thesis statementWhen played in peer groups, first person shooter video games significantly influence the ability of adolescents to develop and enhance positive group social behavior.

For some people, choosing a topic to write about is simple. For others, choosing a topic to write about can be incredibly difficult, and even painful.

This is especially true if you start a research project without knowing what you want to write about. Its easy when your instructor gives you a prompt question or some kind of theme to get you moving. But what happens when you have the freedom to write an evidence-based essay on anything you like?

Academic freedom can have its consequences...

If you are one of those writers that spends a lot of time choosing a topic, and then even when you choose a topic you feel uncertain that its good enough, the process described in this learning packet is something that might help.

The process asks you to take six steps. These steps begin by asking you to start with a topic.

The second step is to describe it a little more specifically.

The third step is to write a phrase (it doesnt need to be complete) and be even more specific.

If you have gotten as far as the third step, you are close.

The fourth step is to change any vague words or phrases and make them more specific.

The fifth step is to turn what you have so far into a complete sentence.

The sixth and final step is to make the sentence arguable.

By this time you should have a sentence that you can use to write a first draft or perhaps streamline your research efforts.

For best results, try using this method several times so that you can choose between different topics.

The main idea is to break down general topics into smaller, more detailed, and more manageable topic areas that make more sense.

13PracticeTake the next 10 minutes to work on your topic & thesis statement. Introduction paragraphAttention GrabberAlso, known as the hook. Use the handout to see different types of hooks.SynopsisShort summary of the text, which includes the title and the authors nameThesis Statement(Refer to recent lesson)Sample Introduction paragraphRead the paragraph, and identify where each of the components of the introduction are.

Extra Credit OptionDue Thursday, Sept. 19th1 page typed.Respond to Questions #1 and #2

Connotation means a feeling or idea that a word evokes (gives) Do Now: Tuesday, September 18th, 2012SSR for 12 minutesJournal for 6 minutesThesis Statement Hall of Fame!

Scylla is a self-absorbed girl in love. In the Greek myth, she falls in love with the rival of her family, murders her family in hopes to have the man love her back, and lets her whole kingdom down for a guy she doesnt even know. Cupid needs to think for himself more, because he causes trouble when he follows Venuss orders. He causes trouble when he makes Apollo fall in love with Daphne, when he causes Pluto to love Proserpine, and when he, himself, unintentionally falls for Psyche. . Under constructionHow can he/she revise?

What mistakes do these thesis statements make?Dont make an announcement.Dont state a fact.Dont make a broad statement.Dont summarizeBefore:Pyramus is loyal because he stayed with Thisbe even after being forbidden to. Pyramus could only talk to her by a cruel wall yet stayed with her even though there were obstacles. He also killed himself after he thought he had killed her and he could not live without her. AfterPyramus is a loyal person because he shows commitment, he overcomes difficult obstacles to be with the woman he loves, and he sacrifices himself for love. 10 minutes to:Rewrite your thesis using the given feedback on your page.If you have a star next to your thesis, assist a student sitting near you. REMEMBER:Dont make an announcementDont make a factual statementDont make a broad statement Dont summarize.

Topic sentences1) Because Pyramus shows commitment, he is a loyal person. One way in which Pyramus shows loyalty is when he commits to Thisbe, despite their forbidden love.2) However, his loyalty is also shown when he overcomes difficult obstacles to be with Thisbe.3) His loyalty drives Pyramus to sacrifice himself for love. What is a topic sentence?A topic sentence is a sentence in a paragraph that previews or summarizes what the paragraph will be about.A topic sentence is at the very beginning of the paragraph (do not hide your topic sentence in the middle!)

A transition ends the paragraph, and restates the main point of the paragraph. Drafting a body paragraphMy topic/character is Cupid. Cupid needs to think for himself more, because he causes trouble when he follows Venuss orders. He causes trouble when he makes Apollo fall in love with Daphne, when he causes Pluto to love Proserpine, and when he, himself, unintentionally falls for Psyche. Do Now: Wednesday, September 19st, 2012Take out your homework. Clear your desk except for a pen or a pencil.Study your vocabulary cards. Do Now: Wednesday, September 18th, 2013- Take out your homework. - Take out a sheet of paper and copy down the following sentences, filling in the blanks with your vocab words from this week. Pay attention to verb tense/prefixes/suffixes! Work independently.

1. When driving, you must always ______ to the pedestrians walking across the street.2. Justin could tell his mother was in a ______ mood, so he decided to wait until she was happier to tell her he about his demerits.3. Breaking the chair when she sat on it was the ______ for Joyce to stop eating junk food and ______ stuffing her mouth whenever she felt like it.4. Jamir ______ the police man who failed him when he took his driving test.5. It took J.K. Rowling almost 3 years to ______ the publishing rights to the Harry Potter books.COU 310:SWBAT distinguish between adjective and adverb use.

REMEMBER: Mastery Quiz and Vocabulary Quiz on Friday!IntroductionHook

Synopsis

Thesis Imagine you are faced with this decision: choose the one you love or choose your family. The Greek myth Nisus & Scylla tells the tale of a princess who betrays her family and kingdom for misguided love. In Nisus and Scylla, Scylla demonstrates the typical Greek mythology female character, because she makes a foolish decision, she has a poor understanding of love, and she brings harm to man. IntroductionHook

Synopsis

Thesis

Imagine you are faced with this decision: choose the one you love or choose your family. The Greek myth Nisus & Scylla tells the tale of a princess who betrays her family and kingdom for misguided love. In Nisus and Scylla, Scylla demonstrates the typical Greek mythology female character, because she makes a foolish decision, she has a poor understanding of love, and she brings harm to man.

ConclusionRestate your thesis

Wrap up your essay

Leave the reader with a thought-provoking statement In Nisus & Scylla, Scylla is a character who demonstrates the same shortcomings of other female characters in Greek mythology. Her foolish decision brought harm to her father and angered Minos. Scylla did not understand her love was not real. Her actions highlight the idea that love is blind, but if it is not true love, is it just stupidity?Your turn. Complete the Portfolio #1 outline (Introduction, Body Paragraphs 1, 2, and 3, Conclusion).After your outline is complete, you may begin drafting your First Draft on loose leaf paper with pen. Exit SlipOn your Do Now paper, answer the following questions:1. Fill in the blank: I feel __________________ about drafting the first draft for Portfolio #12. What part of your paper would you like feedback on? (Introduction, Body paragraphs, Conclusion, MLA citations, etc.)Do Now: Thursday, September 20th, 2012 Take out your homework.On three separate post-its, write a funny sentence using one vocabulary word. Show that you understand the word by giving it context.

Theme: You know you go to Muchin if**at least one must be POSITIVE!!**Ex: You know you go to Muchin if you abhor the site of an un-tucked shirt and tell your significant other that you are going to stop dating him or her if he or she continues to look so sloppy.

DRAFTING DAYPortfolio #1 First draft due Friday, beginning of class. Worth 20 points. Each day it is late is -10% of grade. MLA headingLoose leaf paper, blue or black pen. If finished, SSR. Do Now: Friday, September 21st, 2012Take out your Portfolio #1 First Draft.Take out a pencil. 3. Silently take out your vocabulary cards and study for your quiz.You may read your SSR book when you are finished.