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Senior English

Senior English. Monday, November 26, 2012 Mr. Briggs’ class. Objective. Review research requirements and resources for the Literary Analysis Essay (LAE) through group and individual assessment.

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  1. Senior English Monday, November 26, 2012 Mr. Briggs’ class

  2. Objective • Review research requirements and resources for the Literary Analysis Essay (LAE) through group and individual assessment. • Reading 3.7a: Contrast the major literary forms, techniques, and characteristics of the major literary periods.

  3. Homework – due tomorrow • Read pages 390-96 in textbook. • choose an appropriate poem • Complete the LAE handout

  4. Getting started . . . • You’ll need a textbook • You’ll need paper to take notes from this PowerPoint • Your notes and a binder check will assessed in about two weeks

  5. What’s the LAE? (390-96) • It’s an essay based on your analysis and interpretation of a particular poem. • Examine a selections parts, literary elements, and how they work together to produce an overall effect • Choose a poem: at least 10-20 lines – one that has enough substance – one you’ve read and enjoyed. • Read it critically. What makes it different from other poems you’ve read? What do you find interesting?

  6. Complete the LAE Worksheet • Title of poem? Name of poet? • Who is the speaker (persona)? • Diction affect tone? - Check poet’s use of rhythm, rhyme, alliteration, onomatopoeia? - How do these literary elements suggest the persona’s ideas or feelings? - How is imagery used? • Tone (poet’s attitude) – serious, sarcastic, comedic, etc.? • Identify ambiguities, nuances, and complexities

  7. Thesis Statement • What will your essay say about the poem? • Thesis = your opinion, original analysis, interpretation, or unique viewpoint. • See example on page 392 • This is not a thesis statement: Shakespeare wrote over 150 sonnets. Most of them were about love. Some were even erotic. He lived in 16th century England and is considered one of the most important writers in English literature.

  8. Organization • If your focus is on one literary element, organize your thoughts/opinions in chronological order. • If your focus includes more than one literary element, organize your thoughts in order of importance.

  9. The three parts of your LAE

  10. Dates and Deadlines (due at the beginning of the period – no extensions or late papers) • Tue. (11-27): LAE worksheet due / be prepared to discuss your choices and responses from the worksheet • Thur. (11-29): First draft is due. Must be typed. Bring two copies for peer review. • Thursday: Writer’s work shop after school in F5 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. • Mon. (12-3) : Final Draft is due at beginning of period – No late papers accepted

  11. Points? • LAE Worksheet (due Tuesday, 11-27) = 25 • Typed drafts (due Thursday, 11-29) = 30 • Final draft-finished essay (due Monday, 12-3) = 100 • Additional points may also be given for participation and other class activities pertaining to the LAE. • LAE Rubric: Use this grading rubric as a guide when writing your essay.

  12. Writing your draft – some reminders • Again . . . your drafts are due on Wednesday at the beginning of the period. • Must be typed in correct MLA format • Hook in Introduction • Underline your thesis statement and assure it’s restated in your conclusion • Creative Title that represents your unique perspective • Sentence and paragraph structure • Grammar, punctuation and spelling • Length: minimum of 750 words– remember to state word count at the end

  13. Review and help • Mr. Briggs will be available most every day after school, pending meetings. • Writer’s workshop is on Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. • For questions about MLA, grammar and punctuation and writing your essay, refer to the OWL – http://owl.english.purdue.edu/ • Refer to your textbook (pages 390-396) for information about the LAE. • You may also email or text your questions anytime: pbriggs@sjcoe.net or text 968-9797.

  14. Now get started . . . • Use your electronic devices and textbooks to begin your LAE. • Choose a poem that fits the criteria. (It’s highly suggested that you use a poem from the book.) • Read (analyze) it several times to gain a full understanding • Complete the LAE Worksheet (due tomorrow) • This is a silent activity . . . please!

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