Creative Writing - 4th period-Asma Assignments
- Instructor
- Kerith Asma
- Term
- 2020 - 2021 School Year
- Department
- English
- Description
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and writing experience, this class is for you! I have two main goals for the course: We will learn, share, and practice skills for self-expression and communication. Specifically, we will… Hone craft, style, and mechanics in various genres of writing Develop shared critical vocabulary for producing and analyzing creative writing Read texts from a writer’s point of view Develop flexible strategies for creating, revising, and editing writing in a variety of genres Develop strategies for self-assessment and reflection on the process of writing Participate actively in a community of writers We will explore what it means to live fully, joyfully, and wholly. Together, we will work to develop our own unique writing voices. Writing is an incredible tool to express our experiences, emotions, and ideas, and we will learn how to write in many different genres by examining example texts. I am committed to selecting texts that show a range of perspectives, focusing on non-dominant narratives that show the complexity of human life, but you will also be responsible for finding and choosing texts that speak to you. This course will be shaped in large part by the topics you want to explore through these texts, and we will co-construct knowledge together as we read, write, and discuss.
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Upcoming Assignments
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Past Assignments
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BONUS Independent Reading / Watching Reflection (Replace your lowest Criteria A + D scores)
This assignment is optional; complete it to replace your lowest Criteria A and D grades from Semester 2. You can work on this Thursday and Friday once your website is done, or after the final exam next week.
Write a 3 paragraph analysis / review of one of the episodes from the TV show you’ve been watching OR of something you’ve been reading. Answer 3+ questions from the following list, writing 1+ paragraph per question (3 paragraphs total).
**Remember to include the title and author in the first paragraph!
Write a 3 paragraph analysis / review of one of the episodes from the TV show you’ve been watching OR of something you’ve been reading. Answer 3+ questions from the following list, writing 1+ paragraph per question (3 paragraphs total).
**Remember to include the title and author in the first paragraph!
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BONUS Creative Piece (replace your lowest Criterion B+C grades)
This assignment is optional; complete it to replace your lowest Criteria B and C grades from Semester 2. You can work on this Thursday and Friday once your website is done, or after the final exam next week.
Write a creative piece using the skills you’ve learned in Creative Writing. You can write a short story, poem, script, or memoir. (Have a different type of writing in mind? Just ask Ms. Asma if it would work!).
The piece can be about any topic, as long as it is a new, original piece of writing.
Write a creative piece using the skills you’ve learned in Creative Writing. You can write a short story, poem, script, or memoir. (Have a different type of writing in mind? Just ask Ms. Asma if it would work!).
The piece can be about any topic, as long as it is a new, original piece of writing.
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2021 Time Capsule
Open the jamboard. Go to a new slide. Create a virtual time capsule of this school year. Write, draw, add images or videos.
Questions to inspire you:
- How has school changed for you over the last year or since the pandemic began?
- What has been challenging about the changes? What have been the benefits? Were there any surprises?
- Have you discovered anything about yourself as a learner? Have you discovered anything about your school community?
- What have you lost or gained this year?
Questions to inspire you:
- How has school changed for you over the last year or since the pandemic began?
- What has been challenging about the changes? What have been the benefits? Were there any surprises?
- Have you discovered anything about yourself as a learner? Have you discovered anything about your school community?
- What have you lost or gained this year?
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End of Year Survey
Complete this survey to give feedback on the work we did in Creative Writing this year. We will work on this in class after the final exam during the week of 6/1.
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Writing Stations (complete these after the final exam the week of 6/1)
**If you have all of your Classwork points, then you do not need to do this assignment.
We will work on this in class after the final exam the week of 6/1.
We will work on this in class after the final exam the week of 6/1.
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FINAL EXAM (Semester 2)
For the semester 2 final exam, write a 3+ paragraph reflection on what you have learned about writing this semester. Your reflection should be written as a personal essay, and your ideas should be organized logically and flow from paragraph to paragraph. Include at least 2 specific examples from the semester. Answer 3+ questions from the list in the doc.
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Peer Workshop - Screenwriting
We will complete this in class on Tuesday. Share your scripts with your partner. Discuss your goal(s) for the script, then give feedback.
Do Part 1+3 on your own doc; do Part 2 on your partner’s doc.
Do Part 1+3 on your own doc; do Part 2 on your partner’s doc.
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Writing as Wellness: Screenwriting Reflection
We will work on this in class on Wednesday. For this reflection, think about what you’ve learned during our screenwriting unit.
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question (2 paragraphs total).
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question (2 paragraphs total).
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Writing Portfolio / Website Checklist
We will complete this in class on Thursday and Friday. Our goal is to finalize and publish our writing portfolios so that they are ready to share any time you need to share writing samples.
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Pitch & Script (FINAL UNIT ASSESSMENT)
We will work on this in class on Thursday and Friday, and the following week. The brainstorm is worth Classwork points.
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Unit 6 Screenwriting Assignment Menu
Use this doc to keep track of your work for Unit 6: Screenwriting.
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Independent Watching Reflection (ASSESSMENT)
We will complete this in class on Monday and Tuesday. Write a 3 paragraph analysis / review of one of the episodes from the TV show you’ve been watching. Stuck? Use the questions at the bottom of the doc. Remember to fill out the rubric!
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Writing as Wellness: Motivation
We will work on this in class on Wednesday.
Directions:
Right now, many of us are struggling with motivation, especially when it comes to school or work. We also know that motivation is important to screenwriting: we try to find ways of motivating our viewers to keep watching. Take some time to reflect on the idea of motivation.
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question (2 paragraphs total).
Directions:
Right now, many of us are struggling with motivation, especially when it comes to school or work. We also know that motivation is important to screenwriting: we try to find ways of motivating our viewers to keep watching. Take some time to reflect on the idea of motivation.
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question (2 paragraphs total).
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Analyzing Cartoons & Story Archetypes
We will work on this Monday and Tuesday in class.
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Writing as Wellness: Endings
Have an effective ending is an important part of screenwriting! For this assignment, take some time to reflect on what makes an ending good or enjoyable.
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question.
Choose 2+ questions to answer; write 1+ paragraph per question.
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Writing Story Archetypes (Assessment)
We will complete this in class on Thursday and Friday.
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Independent Watching Classwork Reflection: Story Archetypes
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Story Archetypes
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Analyzing the Good Place
We will complete this in class on Thursday and Friday.
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Writing the Cold Open
We will complete this in class on Monday. Try writing your own cold open! Don't forget to give it a score.
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Analyzing the Cold Open: Brooklyn 99
We will complete this together in class on Thursday.
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Independent Watching Classwork Reflection #2
We will complete this in class on Monday. Watch the show you picked for Independent Watching, then write a review of the episode.
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Writing as Wellness: Sustained Attention
We will complete this during work time on Wednesday.
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Analyzing the Cold Open: More Examples
We will complete this in class on Friday, 4/30.
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Writing as Wellness: Grades
You will have time to complete this during the work day on Wednesday.
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Ad Analysis
We will complete this in class on Monday.
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Writing Ads (assessment grade)
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
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Independent Watching Classwork Reflection
We will complete this in class on Friday.
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Writing as Wellness: Quarter 3 Reflection
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Turning Prose Into Script
We will work on this assignment together on Thursday, 4/15.
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Screenwriting Pre-Assessment
We will complete this in class on Wednesday and Friday of this week; next week, you'll have a chance to revise your work before you submit it. The goal is to gauge where we are at with key screenwriting ideas, so don't stress about getting it "right" or "perfect."
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Unit 5 Poetry Survey
Share your feedback on our Poetry unit! The form is collecting your email so I can give you a Classwork point; when I review the results I hide that column so that your responses are anonymous.
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Chapbook Gallery Walk + Website Check (ASSESSMENT)
Let's celebrate your hard work on the Chapbook! Post your Chapbook to your website. Then add the link to your **published** website in your reply.
Review at least 3 of your classmates’ chapbooks. After reading each book, comment with the following:
What you liked about the piece / what was successful
What connections you see between their writing and your own (topic, style, genre, word choice, etc)
You will receive a Classwork point for replying to Classmates, and an assessment grade in Criterion B for the website update.
Review at least 3 of your classmates’ chapbooks. After reading each book, comment with the following:
What you liked about the piece / what was successful
What connections you see between their writing and your own (topic, style, genre, word choice, etc)
You will receive a Classwork point for replying to Classmates, and an assessment grade in Criterion B for the website update.
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Writing as Wellness: TV & Movies
We will have time to work on this during class work time on Thursday.
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Choose a TV show for Independent Watching
We will complete this in class today (Monday).
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Writing as Wellness: Chapbook Reflection
You will have time to work on this in class on Thursday.
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Chapbook Peer Workshop
We will complete this in class on Wednesday.
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Chapbook (UNIT ASSESSMENT)
Attach your chapbook to this assignment. Then give the chapbook a score on the rubric.
Check out the example for formatting and structure!
Check out the example for formatting and structure!
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Reading Discussion: Sonnet (CORRECT VERSION)
We will work on this in class on Monday. Read the sonnets.
Then post in the discussion, responding to 1+ question in 1+ paragraph:
1. What do you notice about how the poems use (or change) the sonnet form?
2. How are the poems similar or different?
3. How does the sonnet form affect your experience of the poem?
Then, reply to 2+ classmates. You can agree, make connections to what you wrote, complicate, add on to, or ask follow up questions.
Want some bonus points? You can annotate the poems for 1 point each.
Then post in the discussion, responding to 1+ question in 1+ paragraph:
1. What do you notice about how the poems use (or change) the sonnet form?
2. How are the poems similar or different?
3. How does the sonnet form affect your experience of the poem?
Then, reply to 2+ classmates. You can agree, make connections to what you wrote, complicate, add on to, or ask follow up questions.
Want some bonus points? You can annotate the poems for 1 point each.
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Reading Discussion: Sonnet
We will work on this in class on Monday. Read the sonnets.
Then post in the discussion, responding to 1+ question:
1. What do you notice about how the poems use (or change) the sonnet form?
2. How are the poems similar or different?
3. How does the sonnet form affect your experience of the poem?
Then, reply to 2+ classmates. You can agree, make connections to what you wrote, complicate, add on to, or ask follow up questions.
Want some bonus points? You can annotate the poems for 1 point each.
Then post in the discussion, responding to 1+ question:
1. What do you notice about how the poems use (or change) the sonnet form?
2. How are the poems similar or different?
3. How does the sonnet form affect your experience of the poem?
Then, reply to 2+ classmates. You can agree, make connections to what you wrote, complicate, add on to, or ask follow up questions.
Want some bonus points? You can annotate the poems for 1 point each.
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Writing Exercise: 1 poem, 3 ways
We will complete this in class on Tuesday. Try writing the same poem using 3 different poetic forms.
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Peer Workshop #2
We will complete this in class on Friday. Get (and give!) feedback on one of your poems.
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Writing as Wellness: Secret Hideout
You'll have time to complete this during class on Thursday. Use this assignment to write a poem reflecting on your safe space(s).
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Table of Contents (ASSESSMENT)
We will complete this in class on Wednesday. Before Wednesday, make sure you have at least 6 poems! We will create a Table of Contents for our chapbooks - which poems will you include? In what order? What title will you give your book?
Check out Ms. Asma's example for reference!
Check out Ms. Asma's example for reference!
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Poem Analysis #3 (ASSESSMENT)
Pick 1 of the poems from your independent reading book / author study and write an analysis of it. We will work on this in class on Wednesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Poetry Walk
You will have time to complete this Thursday in class, but since it requires you to go outside, I recommend taking advantage of the nice weather on Monday or Tuesday during lunch or after school!
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Poem #2 (Assessment) + Writing Exercise: Playing with Words
We will work on this in class on Friday. The writing exercise is worth 1 classwork point; the poem is for an assessment grade. Make sure to give it a score on the rubric!
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Graffiti Blasters + Erasure Poem
We will work on this in class on Monday.
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Writing Exercise: Playing with Form
We will work on this in class together on Tuesday.
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Peer Workshop
We will complete this in class on Wednesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Refrain
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"Chicago" + Kennings Poem
We will work on this in class on Monday.
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Golden Shovel Poem
We will work on this in class on Tuesday; if you are taking the ACT, you do not have to complete this (or you can complete it on the work day on Thursday if you want to try out a new poetic form!).
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Poem #1 (Assessment - Grade yourself!)
Turn in 1 of the poems you've written for an assessment grade. Give yourself a score on the form.
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"Pluto Shits on the Universe" + Personification Poem
We will work on this in class on Tuesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Roots
We will work on this Thursday in class.
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Poem Analysis #2 (ASSESSMENT)
We will work on this in class on Friday, but you are welcome to work ahead. Same prompts as last week, but you need to choose a different poem from your independent reading book.
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Poetry Writing Stations
We will work on this during class Wednesday. Pick at least 2 stations.
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"Dinosaurs in the Hood" + Movie Poem
We will work on this in class on Monday.
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"What I Know" Annotations + List Poem
We will complete this in class on Wednesday.
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Assessment: Poem Analysis #1
You will have time to complete this in class on Friday. Choose 1 poem from your Independent Reading book to review and analyze.
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Writing as Wellness: Semester Reflection
You will have time to work on this during work time on Thursday.
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Free Write: Personal Geography
We will complete this in class on Tuesday. Use this to brainstorm your Personal Geography Map.
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Assessment: Personal Geography Map - Rough Draft
Using your free write, create a rough draft of your Personal Geography Map.
The map should reflect the places that are important to you, real and imagined.
The map does NOT have to be geographically accurate.
The map should show connections between different places.
Rubric:
Map includes 3+ places relevant to the author’s life. Map design is logical and creatively interprets setting.
The map should reflect the places that are important to you, real and imagined.
The map does NOT have to be geographically accurate.
The map should show connections between different places.
Rubric:
Map includes 3+ places relevant to the author’s life. Map design is logical and creatively interprets setting.
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Assessment: Project Gallery Walk
Add the link to your **published** website / independent study project in your reply. This is how you are turning in the website!
Review at least 3 of your classmates’ projects. After reading each project / website, comment with the following:
What you liked about the piece / what was successful
What connections you see between their writing and your own (topic, style, genre, word choice, etc)
Review at least 3 of your classmates’ projects. After reading each project / website, comment with the following:
What you liked about the piece / what was successful
What connections you see between their writing and your own (topic, style, genre, word choice, etc)
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Unit 4 Survey
Please share your feedback on Unit 4!
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ASSESSMENT: Grade your Independent Study
Use your rubric to measure the success of your independent study project (give yourself a grade). Creating the rubric itself is an assessment.
**Please include a link to your project at the top of the Google Doc!**
This will go on the Semester 2 grades.
**Please include a link to your project at the top of the Google Doc!**
This will go on the Semester 2 grades.
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Writing as Wellness: Valentines
We will complete this during work time on Thursday.
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Proofreading Workshop + Reflection
We will complete this in class on Monday.
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Choose a poetry book for Independent Reading!
We will complete this in class on Friday.
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Wednesday Free Write - Love Letter III
We will complete this in class on Wednesday; this will go on Semester 2 grades.
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Writing as Wellness: Project Reflection
You'll have time to work on this during class on Thursday. This will go on Semester 2 grades.
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FINAL EXAM
Write a 3 paragraph reflection on what you have learned about writing this semester. Your reflection should be written as a personal essay (think journaling or memoir!). Include at least 2 specific examples from the semester. Answer 3+ questions from the attached list.
Want extra credit?
Turn it in by Monday @ midnight = +6%
By Tuesday @ midnight = +4%
By Wednesday @midnight = +2%
Want extra credit?
Turn it in by Monday @ midnight = +6%
By Tuesday @ midnight = +4%
By Wednesday @midnight = +2%
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Wednesday Free Write - The Bedroom
We will do this in class on Wednesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Journaling
We will complete this in class on Thursday.
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Project Check In #2
We will complete this in class on Friday.
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ASSESSMENT: Case Study #2
Choose 1 *new* text in the genre / format you are working on. (For example, if you are making a podcast, choose 1 podcast episode). Write a 1/2 page reflection about that text - what can you learn from it?
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Why does this project matter?
You will have time to complete this on Thursday in class.
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Project To-Do List
We will complete this in class on Wednesday. Use the doc to make a plan for what you need to do to complete your independent study project.
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Project Check In
We will complete this in class on Friday.
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Free Write and Project Brainstorm
We will complete this in class on Wednesday.
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ASSESSMENT: Case Study #1
Choose 1 text in the genre / format you are working on. (For example, if you are making a podcast, choose 1 podcast episode). Write a 1/2 page reflection about that text - what can you learn from it?
We will complete this in class on Friday.
We will complete this in class on Friday.
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Grade your novel!
You will have time to complete this in class Monday.
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Writing as Wellness: Dear Future Self
You will have time to complete this in class on Thursday.
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Reading Discussion
We will complete this in class Tuesday.
1. Choose at least one of the texts to read / listen to / explore. While you read, think: what do you notice? What are you wondering?
2. Post a discussion question about the texts. For example, how do the writers make their experiences relatable to a reader? Or, how does the author use visuals to share a message?
3. Answer someone else’s question, giving examples from the text(s).
Texts:
Fiction Podcast: The Two Princes episode 1
Nonfiction Podcast - Interview: It's Been a Minute - Life in the Time of Coronavirus
Nonfiction Podcast - Research: Stuff You Missed in History Class - Practice Babies
Blog: adrienne maree brown
Webcomic - nonfiction: Hyperbole and a Half - Menace
Webcomic - fiction: On a Sunbeam Chapter 1
Interactive Exhibit: Americans
Video Journal: The Korean Vegan (website link and tiktok link)
1. Choose at least one of the texts to read / listen to / explore. While you read, think: what do you notice? What are you wondering?
2. Post a discussion question about the texts. For example, how do the writers make their experiences relatable to a reader? Or, how does the author use visuals to share a message?
3. Answer someone else’s question, giving examples from the text(s).
Texts:
Fiction Podcast: The Two Princes episode 1
Nonfiction Podcast - Interview: It's Been a Minute - Life in the Time of Coronavirus
Nonfiction Podcast - Research: Stuff You Missed in History Class - Practice Babies
Blog: adrienne maree brown
Webcomic - nonfiction: Hyperbole and a Half - Menace
Webcomic - fiction: On a Sunbeam Chapter 1
Interactive Exhibit: Americans
Video Journal: The Korean Vegan (website link and tiktok link)
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ASSESSMENT: Project Proposal
We will complete this in class on Monday. Use the form to lay out your plan for your independent student project. **Ms. Asma will then approve or offer you feedback before you continue.
This is a completion grade - if you do it, you will get 100%.
This is a completion grade - if you do it, you will get 100%.
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Novel Share Outs!
Post 100-200 words of your novel to the Padlet. Then comment on each other's novels with shout outs and celebrations!
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Unit 3: Novel Survey
Please share your feedback on Unit 3: Novel. I appreciate it!
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Inner Editor Reflection
Use the attached doc to take stock of your novel and plan revisions. We will do this in class Monday.
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Peer Workshop (#2)
We will complete this in class on Tuesday. Use the form to choose a partner.
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Novel Draft
Type your novel here. This is a DRAFT - so don't worry about perfection!
You will have at least 300 minutes of in-class time to write during November and December.
You will have at least 300 minutes of in-class time to write during November and December.
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Formatting Extravaganza + Reflection
We will complete this in class on Friday. Use the slides to proofread your novel draft. Then answer the questions on the reflection.
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Peer Workshop
We will complete this in class on Monday. Use the form to choose a partner.
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Wednesday Free Write: Novel Check In
We will complete this in class on Wednesday. Review your novel. What do you still need to work on? Create a list of remaining tasks. Be as specific as possible!
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Ms. Escamilla's End of Student Teaching Survey
Give Ms. Escamilla feedback on how you think she did with teaching. This form is ANONYMOUS. Please be honest and thorough in your feedback - Ms. Escamilla plans on using this feedback to continue improving her teaching practice and to plan instruction for her future classes.
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ASSESSMENT: Independent Reading Reflection #7
Read the novel you picked for this unit. Then write a 1/2 page reflection on what writing strategies the author uses well that you want to apply to your own writing.
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Writing Stations
Use these stations to brainstorm your novel or work through writer's block. You only need to do 1; but you are welcome to all of them for up to 5 points.
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B plot / Subplot
Use this assignment to brainstorm a secondary plot for your novel.
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Writing as Wellness: Endurance
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Check Your Novel Word Count!
Use this form to inform your teachers of your current novel word count. As a reminder, by 11/30/20 @ 7AM, you need to have at least 50% of your novel completed.
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Independent Reading Reflection # 6
Use this document to complete the Independent Reading Reflection # 6 on the novel you chose to read for this unit. Be sure to grade yourself on the rubric!
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Plot Brainstorm
Choose ONE of the plot brainstorm diagrams to organize your novel's plot events or come up with your own idea.
Other ideas can include:
1. Create a physical map, and draw your characters’ journeys through the map
2. If you are using multiple genres within the text, make a list of those (is there a crucial snapchat message or text? A report from a 3rd party observer? A map? etc)
3. Try a couple paths - what happens if a character chooses differently at one of your key moments? What would happen then?
Please make a copy of the diagram you wish to use or upload a picture of your own idea and attach it to this assignment.
Other ideas can include:
1. Create a physical map, and draw your characters’ journeys through the map
2. If you are using multiple genres within the text, make a list of those (is there a crucial snapchat message or text? A report from a 3rd party observer? A map? etc)
3. Try a couple paths - what happens if a character chooses differently at one of your key moments? What would happen then?
Please make a copy of the diagram you wish to use or upload a picture of your own idea and attach it to this assignment.
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Character Free Write
Use this document to complete the Character Free Write.
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Character Brainstorm
Use this document to complete the Character Brainstorm.
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Independent Reading Reflection # 5
Use this document to complete the Independent Reading Reflection # 5. Don't forget to grade yourself on the rubric!
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Independent Reading Proposal: Novel
Choose a novel to read for Independent Reading this unit.
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ASSESSMENT: Free Write & Goal Setting
We will complete this in class on Wednesday. Write the free write in class. Write at your normal pace.
Then, find the word count of your free write and multiply it by 30 to find your word count goal for your novel.
Then, find the word count of your free write and multiply it by 30 to find your word count goal for your novel.
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What makes a Novel a Novel?
We will complete this in class on Monday.
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Novel Brainstorm: Idea Development
You will have time to complete this in class Wednesday and Thursday.
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Good Novel / Bad Novel
What makes a novel good or bad? Use this doc to brainstorm.
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
We will complete this in class on Tuesday.
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Writing as Wellness: Why does this novel matter?
You will have time to complete this in class on Friday.
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FINAL ASSESSMENT: Short Story
For the final assessment of Unit 2, write a short story. Then fill out the rubric and give yourself a grade.
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Unit 2 Survey
Please give us feedback on how Unit 2: Short Stories went!
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Brainstorming for Short Story
Use this document to plan out your final short story for the unit.
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"Little Brother" Plot Diagram
Use this plot diagram document to organize the short story "Little Brother" events.
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Random Word Plot Diagram
Use this plot diagram document to organize your story's events that you created that is focused around the random word that you generated for yourself.
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Writing as Wellness: Plot Diagram
Use this document to complete the Writing as Wellness: Plot Diagram journal.
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Independent Reading Reflection # 4
Use this document to complete the Independent Reading Reflection # 4 on the second short story you picked at the beginning of the unit.
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Remote Learning Check In Quarter 1
Please give your teachers some ANONYMOUS feedback on how remote learning is going.
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Annotations "The Cutting of My Long Hair"
Use this document to share your annotations of the short story "The Cutting of My Long Hair".
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Random Word Free Write
Use this document to complete the Random Word Free Write.
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Writing as Wellness: Hobbies
Use this document to complete the Writing as Wellness: Hobbies journal.
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Patterns & Discrepancies "The Cutting of My Long Hair"
Use this document to record the patterns & discrepancies you noticed/observed in the short story "The Cutting of My Long Hair".
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ASSESSMENT: Free Write + Revisions "Desert Forms"
Use this document to complete the ASSESSMENT: Free Write + Revisions "Desert Forms" assignment. Don't forget to grade yourself on the rubric!
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Free Write "Christina's World"
Use this document to complete your free write and revisions of "Christina's World".
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Analyzing "The Paper Menagerie"
Use the Analyzing "The Paper Menagerie" document to record your group's annotations of character detail, dialogue, and actions & motivations. Only ONE copy needs to be turned in per group, be sure to list all the names of the group members! Use "The Paper Menagerie" Excerpts to find your assigned excerpt that you will read & analyze with your group.
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Independent Reading Reflection #3
Use this document to complete the Independent Reading Reflection #3. Don't forget to grade yourself on the rubric!
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Writing as Wellness: Pet Peeves
Use this document to complete Writing as Wellness: Pet Peeves.
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Community Interview
Use this document to complete your community interview.
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Independent Reading Proposal: Short Stories
Use this form to choose 2 short stories to read for Unit 2: Short Stories.
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Analyzing "Nighthawks" and "Girl"
Use this document to complete your image and short story analysis.
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Analyzing Writing Portfolios
Use this document to review and analyze at least 2 of the writer’s websites.
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Unit 1 Survey: Memoir
Use this survey to give your teachers feedback on how the unit went. Thanks in advance for giving us honest, constructive feedback!
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ASSESSMENT: Online Writing Portfolio
Use this document to reference the online writing portfolio checklist and rubric. Don't forget to attach the link to your writing portfolio to this assignment!
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Unit 1 Assessment: Memoir
Refer to this document for Unit 1 Assessment: Memoir writing options, checklist, and rubric. Please remember to grade yourself!
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Unit 1 Assignment Menu
Track your progress using this complete list of classwork and assessments for Unit 1: Memoir.
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Memoir Board
Use this document to upload a picture of your memoir board and typed description.
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ASSESSMENT: Memoir Workshop
Use this document to complete the memoir peer workshop with your partner. Each person has to submit their own copy!
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Writing as Wellness: Body Scan
Use this document to watch the video and complete your Writing as Wellness: Body Scan journal.
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ASSESSMENT: Reading Reflection 2
Use this document to complete your Independent Reading Reflection 2. Don't forget to grade yourself on the rubric!
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Memoir Outline
Pick one! 1. Then, fill it out. 2. Brainstorm your memoir.
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Jigsaw: Short Memoirs
Read one of the memoirs linked in the Google Doc. Then write a brief response.
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Independent Reading Reflection 1
Use this document to complete your Independent Reading Reflection 1. Reminder: Please use the rubric to grade yourself.
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Jamboard: Short Stories
Use the Jamboard to collaborate with your peers who read the same short story from Black in Asia as you.
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Analyzing The Moth
Use this document to complete your analysis of The Moth here.
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Writing as Wellness: Whole Selves
Use this document to complete your Writing as Wellness: Whole Selves journal here.
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Analyzing Black in Asia
Use this document to complete your analysis of Black in Asia.
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The Power of Our Narratives
Watch the Ted Talk by Wali Shah, then answer the attached questions.
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Independent Reading Proposal (Memoir)
Choose a memoir to read this unit. You will use the memoir as a model for your own writing, so pick something that sounds interesting to you!
Where can I get books?
BOYCP Digital Library
Chicago Public Library (need a library card)
CPS Digital Library
Local bookstores (nearby recommendations: 57th Street Books or Powell’s on 57th Street in Hyde Park and Open Books in Pilsen on 19th Street).
PDF copies online
We will work on this in class on Tuesday.
This is a criterion A grade in Aspen.
Where can I get books?
BOYCP Digital Library
Chicago Public Library (need a library card)
CPS Digital Library
Local bookstores (nearby recommendations: 57th Street Books or Powell’s on 57th Street in Hyde Park and Open Books in Pilsen on 19th Street).
PDF copies online
We will work on this in class on Tuesday.
This is a criterion A grade in Aspen.
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A Favorite Memory
Write about a favorite memory. Write as much as you can! Aim for 1 page double spaced (that's 2 pages handwritten).
Then revise using the 5 senses (we will talk about this on Thursday).
This is a Criterion C Grade in Aspen.
Then revise using the 5 senses (we will talk about this on Thursday).
This is a Criterion C Grade in Aspen.
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Memoir Brainstorm
Complete the form to brainstorm your own memoir.
At the end of the survey, write your memoir in just 6 words.
Examples:
For sale: baby shoes, never worn. - Ernest Hemingway
I came, I saw, I conquered. - Julius Caesar, recorded by Appian
Still growing, I explore the world. - Ms. Asma
At the end of the survey, write your memoir in just 6 words.
Examples:
For sale: baby shoes, never worn. - Ernest Hemingway
I came, I saw, I conquered. - Julius Caesar, recorded by Appian
Still growing, I explore the world. - Ms. Asma
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Writing as Wellness: Heart
Imagine that your heart could talk. What story would your heart tell about you?
You can interpret “heart” however you want - as the beating organ of your body, as a metaphor for what matters most to you…
**Try to include as much sensory description (the 5 senses) as possible!
You can type (aim for 1 page double spaced) or hand write (aim for 1-2 pages).
You can interpret “heart” however you want - as the beating organ of your body, as a metaphor for what matters most to you…
**Try to include as much sensory description (the 5 senses) as possible!
You can type (aim for 1 page double spaced) or hand write (aim for 1-2 pages).
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Personal Writing History
Create your own personal history of some key moments in your development as a writer. Write, draw, and/or diagram!
Here are some ideas you could explore:
- When do you write? For what purpose(s)?
- What writing experiences stand out for you? High points? Low points?
- Were there times when your writing experience made you feel like an insider? Like an outsider?
- What supported your writing development? What discouraged it?
Need inspiration? Check out the attached examples.
Here are some ideas you could explore:
- When do you write? For what purpose(s)?
- What writing experiences stand out for you? High points? Low points?
- Were there times when your writing experience made you feel like an insider? Like an outsider?
- What supported your writing development? What discouraged it?
Need inspiration? Check out the attached examples.
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Writing as Wellness: Journaling
Use the questions to reflect on your week.
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Welcome Survey
Please take the survey to share more about yourself and your learning needs.
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CPS Live Video Recording Consent Form
Please review the CPS Video Recording Consent Form and sign/date at the bottom. Available in English & Spanish! Note: If you are 18+, you can sign this form yourself. If not, a parent/guardian must sign this form. Please select one option using an "X" at the bottom to indicate whether or not you/your parent/guardian consents/does not consent to the live video recordings. Thank you!
-Ms. Escamilla
-Ms. Escamilla
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The Story of My Name
What is the story of your name? Where does your name come from? How does your name shape you? How does your name connect to your personality, experiences, beliefs, and/or choices? You can consider your first name, last name, middle name, or nickname, or all of these.
Write, draw, make a chart - your choice!
After writing, answer these questions: What did you notice about your writing process? What did you do while you were writing?
Need inspiration? Check out the attached examples.
This is a Criterion C grade in Aspen.
Write, draw, make a chart - your choice!
After writing, answer these questions: What did you notice about your writing process? What did you do while you were writing?
Need inspiration? Check out the attached examples.
This is a Criterion C grade in Aspen.
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Introductions & Mission Statement
Create an intro slide (on your own), then create a class mission statement (in small groups).