Dear Sophomores,
We are venturing into the world of expository text. Essentially anything you read or view that offers you insight and information IS expository text. However, being able to critically analyze and differentiate between what is authentic information is easier said than done. Many industries rely on twisting information to have us believe, trust, or buy into an idea or product. A lot of information is presented (sometimes not presented) in a way to influence our thinking. It is OUR job to be able to decipher what an author's message is and the impact intended on the reader. Audience is of the utmost importance when navigating expository text. Welcome to our unit. I know that you will find value in the skills we will work on - as it will impact you immediately in our classroom, but more so in the real world and you interaction with it.
TUTORING will be available this Tuesday at 2:15 pm. If you think you will need some assistance with this unit, please come and speak with me. Let's make a plan so that you WILL be successful.
Here is a tentative plan outline for our week. Please know that you will receive handouts and will be expected to take notes. Have your NB and planner with you everyday. I will reward you for being present and ready to engage with the material.
Monday - Expository Diagnostic - You will read an article titled 'Troubled Tongues". You will be expected to annotate and answer a series of questions that will test your current understanding of terms and skills needed for the unit. Do your best. The results will allow us to move at a pace which is fitting for you and your classmates. Please have your NB and planner with you. Please bring your independent reading book in case you finish early.
Tuesday - What is expository text? What are the essential areas of study we will explore. Please be ready to take notes, to read, and to discuss.
Wednesday - Further expository exploration and in class activities. Exploring text features, chunking of text, and author diction
Possible articles - "Dogs", "Disturbed", "NCAA Double Standards" (TBD)
Thursday - Writing and Reading - Book Project Sign Up
* Many students will be visiting SDSU with Gear Up. Class time will be used for reading/writing activities
* Have your independent reading book with you
Friday - Continuation of Expository Text. Begin exploring with ideas and language for your own writing.
Upcoming Days/Events:
Monday 10/31 - 4th Annual Samakosky Halloween Costume Contest. Extra Credit for those who dress up and those who contribute candy to our SWEET classroom writing activity
Wednesday 11/2 - Poetry Club at lunch
Thursday 11/3 and Friday 11/4 - CAHSEE Practice Test. Do well on this as it will gauge your success on the real test to be taken in March
Friday 11/4 - Author's Chair - If Time Permits - Free Choice. Take advantage of YOUR time.
Friday 11/11 - Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL.
Friday 11/18 - Last Day before Thanksgiving Break
Friday 12/2 - Book Projects will be due. Plan on presenting your art, music, writing, etc..
Please continue to work hard. Memoirs are being scored. Please be patient. Many of you will have the opportunity to revise for a higher score. Deadline TBD. All good writing takes time and revision. If you give the effort - I will reward you.
Please come to class, continue to check the blog, continue to email and communicate.
Here is to a great week!
Samakosky
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