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Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice

Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice 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?

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Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice

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  1. Essential Questions for English 12: Literature of Justice • 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? • What role does truth play in the lives of the characters? Does it change over time? • In your own life, what role has truth played? Has it changed over time? If so, how? • What is the relationship between truth, justice, and leadership? • 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?

  2. Do Now: React to, reflect upon, and write 10 lines about this poem and what it suggested. Introduction to Poetry by Billy Collins I ask them to take a poemand hold it up to the light like a color slide or press an ear against its hive. I say drop a mouse into a poemand watch him probe his way out, or walk inside the poem's roomand feel the walls for a light switch. I want them to water skiacross the surface of a poemwaving at the author's name on the shore. But all they want to dois tie the poem to a chair with ropeand torture a confession out of it. They begin beating it with a hoseto find out what it really means.

  3. 1 2 3 Good Morning! Good Morning!

  4. 9/17/10 English 12: Literature of Justice Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8 Today’s Title: “A Model of Learning: The Cyclone and the Ladder” Homework Reminder: HYDE CENTRAL Go to Hyde Central and print off the Homework Halo • FCA #1 – Bring your Understanding Literature Textbook to class • FCA #2 – Actively read Seamus Heaney’s “From the Republic of Conscience.” • FCA #3 – Write a 300 word reaction to the poem. • You may choose a traditional analysis considering word choice, structure, etc. or you may choose to interpret its historic framing or reflect on how it specifically hits you, personally. No outside research is allowed however. Please respond as an open learner, unafraid of what you don’t know and open to reconsider what you think you do know. Please stand for your…. Declaration of Preparation & Conscience: 1! 2! 3!  “I’m here and I’m ready”

  5. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder” For your consideration: • Less class time, more college work • Mrs. Rigney is offering to review any and all college essays Hyde Leadership Society Questions or clarification needed…

  6. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder” Today’s Objectives: • The Student Will (TSW) review basic expectations for technology interactions. • TSW delve into the cyclonic phases / levels of AICR

  7. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder” Opening Cold Call: Option #1 or #2? • Last class we discussed the AICR learning framework. Please review what we learned so far…. • In Ethics, you discussed the Hyde Learning Triangle. Please discuss this.

  8. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder – Part 1” Proper etiquette for technology: When emailing: • Fill out all parts: subject heading, body, CC those who should be included, etc. • Label everything with your name. Its not all about you! • Write for clarity and brevity. • Use full sentences with punctuation. • All writing is to be sent as attachments, not inserted into email bodies. • Salutations and farewells…

  9. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder – Part 1” Proper etiquette for technology: General rules of thumb with technology: • Correct citation of all sources in all situations (more on plagiarism later). • Regular checking of email / Hyde Central. Herr Duethorn and I both send updates via these means. • Ability to use Power point and Word…. Other expectations?

  10. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder – Part 1” AICR 101 CHALLENGE THE “REASONABLE PERSON” ATTITUDE CHALLENGE THE “DON’T SHINE TOO BRIGHTLY” ATTITUDE Attentive  Insightful Critical Responsible ??

  11. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder – Part 1” 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?

  12. English 12: Literature of Justice 9/17/10Unit #1: Hyde 101 LP #8“A Model of Learning:The Cyclone and the Ladder – Part 1” Homework Reminder • FCA #1 – Bring your Understanding Literature Textbook to class • FCA #2 – Actively read Seamus Heaney’s “From the Republic of Conscience.” • FCA #3 – Write a 300 word reaction to the poem. • You may choose a traditional analysis considering word choice, structure, etc. or you may choose to interpret its historic framing or reflect on how it specifically hits you, personally. No outside research is allowed however. Please respond as an open learner, unafraid of what you don’t know and open to reconsider what you think you do know. Today’s Objectives: • The Student Will (TSW) review basic expectations for technology interactions. • TSW delve into the cyclonic phases / levels of AICR

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