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Communication Arts I. Mrs. Roio aroio@bernardsboe.com. Extra Help. Available during Study Hall #1 most days Available on Mondays and Thursdays after school By appointment. On Course Homework Unit information Absence forms Research links Worksheets Enrichment opportunities. Moodle
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Communication Arts I Mrs. Roio aroio@bernardsboe.com
Extra Help • Available during Study Hall #1 most days • Available on Mondays and Thursdays after school • By appointment
On Course Homework Unit information Absence forms Research links Worksheets Enrichment opportunities Moodle Enrollment Code: blue408 Discussion forums Online activities-- questionnaires Class Websites
Communication Arts: An Overview • Become effective communicators, readers, writers, and public speakers • Understand the world of mass media by using and creating media products • Develop media literacy skills, conflict resolution skills, and an awareness of different cultures • Build confidence within a collaborative learning environment
Media Literacy • Modalities and types of communication • Evaluating media/ media literacy • Persuasive essay • Public speaking
Conflict Resolution • Conflict resolution model • Literature circle • News writing
Advertising • Advertising techniques • Persuasive language • Creation of a commercial and print ad
Types of articles Creation of a class zine Magazines
Radio • Different programs, i.e.- Old Time Radio • War of the Worlds • Creation of an original radio program
Seventh Grade Interdisciplinary Unit • Holocaust • Diary of a Young Girl • Holocaust Remembrance Day
Nothing But the Truth • Documentary-style novel • Power of language and media • Mock trail/ debate
Seedfolks • Understanding cultural differences • Seedfolks by Paul Fleischman
Research and Communication • Explore a communication- related topic • Research with on-line tools and print media • Develop a PowerPoint presentation and informative speech