Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice

Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice

1. How does an author convey the truth within the context of his or her fiction? How do you think each of the authors we are reading might define truth? Do you agree or disagree with their visions of truth?

2. What role does truth play in the lives of the characters? Does it change over time?

3. In your own life, what role has truth played? Has it changed over time? If so, how?

4. What is the relationship between truth, justice, and leadership?

5. How does the author or playwright portray issues of justice in the text and through the characters? How do you relate to these issues of justice? How have you come to understand justice?

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English 12: Literature of Justice Unit #1: Hyde 101

Today’s Title:

“Blind following or thoughtful, personal reassessment?”

Homework Reminder: HYDE CENTRALCollege Essay: Bring a final draft of your most recent college essay.

This will be for class and for the Essay Review Day. FCA #1: Fully revised draft, typed FCA #2: Have previous copies with peer review commentsSplit Class – Half w/ Mrs. Cavalli & College Office

Reminder: No Tech Tuesday!

Please stand for your….

Declaration of Preparation & Conscience:

1! 2! 3! “I’m here and I’m ready”

9/13/10

LP #5

English 12: Literature of Justice 9/13/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #5“Blind following or thoughtful, personal reassessment?”

Homework Addendum (looking ahead):

Why @ Hyde Assignment : FCA #1: Revised (typed) draft from peer

edits on Friday’s class.FCA #2: Include reference and / or

example from Neusner’s “Social Contract between Student and Teacher”


Today’s Objectives: The Student Will (TSW) quickly review all

parts Rigor Synergy Conscience TSW provide clear application for their

peers. TSW apply definitions of RSC to

summer reading and personal experience. TSW evaluate college essay format,

including hook, connection, the sell, and wrap-up.


Opening Cold Call: Clarify how RSC applies to a Hyde

education.

Quick Quiz(Missed Sat?): List the five parts of

Rigor.(Here?): List the core aspects of

Synergy & Conscience


Rigor Review:Part I 1. Structure 2. Self DisciplinePart II3. Delayed Gratification4. Never Quit, Never Lie5. Curiosity: I am responsible for my own

learning


Synergy Review:Reaching for our higher selves

orReaching a higher best in ourselves

Brother’s Keeper◦ We help others achieve their best.

Concern◦ I need a challenging and supportive community in

which to develop my character.


Conscience Review:Conscience-centered Learning

Intellectual CharacterPursing the truth wherever it may lead

Moral CharacterDoing the right thing whatever it is or

regardless of the consequences


RigorPart I : Structure & Self DisciplinePart II:◦ Delayed Gratification◦ Never quit, Never lie◦ Curiosity: I am responsible for my own learning

Based on the essential questions: Who Am I? Where Am I going? How am I going to get there?

Synergy “Reaching a Higher Best in Ourselves / Reaching for Our Higher Selves”

Brother’s Keeper: We help others achieve their best. Concern: I need a challenging and supportive community in which to

develop my character.

ConscienceConscience-Centered Learning (Intellectual & Moral Character)

Moral Character: doing the right thing whatever it is Intellectual Character: pursuing the truth where ever it may lead


College Essays

What makes a great college essay?Hook

◦ Let’s hear some examples….Personal Connection

◦ How did you provide a specific detail about you?The Sell

◦ Why should they accept YOU over the next person?◦ What makes you unique?

& the Wrap-up◦ How do you leave them wanting more, begging you to come to their

school?

Peer Review – discuss what you have so far with a new partner


Rethinking the Summer Reading Questions

Rigor: Why does Dr. King believe in the rigorous development of character?

Synergy: How does the movement require shared leadership?

Conscience: How is Dr. King’s conscience inextricably linked to serving others?


AICR 101Attentive

Insightful Critical Responsible ??

CHALLENGE THE “REASONABLE PERSON” ATTITUDE

CHALLENGE THE “DON’T SHINE TOO BRIGHTLY” ATTITUDE


Homework Reminder

College Essay: Bring a final draft of your most recent college essay. This will be for class and for the Essay Review Day.

FCA #1: Fully revised draft, typed FCA #2: Have previous copies with peer review comments

Long Range Planning…

Today’s Objectives:The Student Will (TSW) quickly review all parts Rigor Synergy

ConscienceTSW provide clear application for their peers.TSW apply definitions of RSC to summer reading and personal

experience.TSW evaluate college essay format, including hook, connection, the

sell, and wrap-up.

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Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice