College Writing Week 4: 9/2/2014

Warm up (5 minutes) Take out your P.S. and answer the following: What was the hardest part of writing your P.S? What qualities would you like me to know about you after reading your P.S? What will you do differently in writing Draft #2?

Personal Statement Draft 1 Self Evaluation (10 min) Directions: Read your personal statement one more time. As you are reading, pretend that it isn’t your own story but someone else’s.

Personal Statement Draft 1 Self Evaluation Directions: Read your personal statement one more time. As you are reading, pretend that it isn’t your own story but someone else’s. After reading it, you want to annotate your personal statement with a minimum of 10 annotations. Use a highlighter and a pencil to write with.

Personal Statement Draft 1 Self Evaluation Purpose: To understand how to analyze and self evaluate your own work. This will also help Garcia to see where your mindset is and what she should place her focus on while grading.

How to annotate well

1. As you read, ask yourself questions!!!

How to annotate well 1.As you read, ask yourself questions!!! Ex: Am I detailed about this specific event? Do I explain to the reader my feelings toward this subject? Is my essay in order? (chronologically, before/after, etc) Am I specific about people, events, and actions? Do I need to further explain my situation or not?

How to annotate well 2. Make sure your comments are descriptive and meaningful

How to annotate well 2. Make sure your comments and questions are descriptive and meaningful -No one word comments -Must be in complete sentences Ex. “I feel like I could go more in depth with my feelings about my soccer team and how I was treated.” “How can I show the reader my point of view about bullying?”

How to annotate well 3. Read your essay with an open mind. Do not get caught up that it is your essay. Look at it objectively, without bias.

When you are done annotating: Take the rubric provided and grade yourself by highlighting where you believe you rank in each section. Staple this rubric to the back of your essay.

Unit 2: Introduction to College level writing

In the next few weeks we will be reading academic journals, book passages, and other essays to learn college level writing, reading, and thinking skills.

Unit 2: Introduction to College level writing In the next few weeks we will be reading academic journals, book passages, and other essays to learn college level writing, reading, and thinking skills. Topics: Social Inequalities: Gender, Race, and Class

Unit 2: Introduction to College level writing In the next few weeks we will be reading academic journals, book passages, and other essays to learn college level writing, reading, and thinking skills. Topics: Social Inequalities: Gender, Race, and Class Culmination of the unit: Thesis Paper

Unit 3: College Information and Applications

In addition to college level writing, we will also be doing college applications throughout the remaining weeks.

College Writing Wednesday 9/3/2014

Warm up (10 min) Finish annotations and grading rubric

Unit 3: College Information Today we are taking notes on colleges!! My goal is to have you begin researching and looking into colleges of your choice.

Different Types of colleges:

1.Community College

Different Types of colleges: 1.Community College -2 Year = Associates Degree (AA)

Different Types of colleges: 1.Community College -2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) -Non residential (no living quarters)

Different Types of colleges: 1.Community College -2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) -Non residential (no living quarters) -Transfer out of CC to a 4 year

Different Types of colleges: 1.Community College -2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) -Non residential (no living quarters) -Transfer out of CC to a 4 year -Least expensive choice (about $200/class)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -BA: Bachelor of Arts (English, Psych, Anthro) -BS: Bachelor of Science (Engineering, Biology)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools -UC -CSU

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools - Higher education opportunities (M.A or Ph.D)

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC)

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant -

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C -Personal statement or Admissions essay

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant or Professor -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C -Personal statement or Admissions essay Tuition: about $13,000/year; 4 years= $52,000

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements: -GPA 2.0 = pass all A-G requirements -Submission of SAT & ACT scores

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) -23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements: -GPA 2.0 = pass all A-G requirements -Submission of SAT & ACT scores Tuition: about $6000/year; 4 years = $24,000

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus -Some colleges require 1-2 years to live on campus

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive)

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive) -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive) -Requirements: -GPA= varies from state to state - P.S or Admissions essay= varies from state to state

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living -Do not receive funds from state instead from alumni, tuition, and donations

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living -Do not receive funds from state instead from alumni, tuition, and donations -Usually more expensive and harder to get into

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living -Do not receive funds from state instead from alumni, tuition, and donations - Offer better Financial Aid

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living -Do not receive funds from state instead from alumni, tuition, and donations - Offer better Financial Aid Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 6. Private Institutions -Vary from state to state -Residence offer on campus and off campus living -Do not receive funds from state instead from alumni, tuition, and donations - Offer better Financial Aid Requirements: Varies from state to state. Must look up website to see requirements.

Safety, Target, Reach

Safety School 1.A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you.

Safety School 1.A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. -GPA is higher then average -SAT and ACT are exceptionally above this schools average

Safety School 1.A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. 2. A school you are willing to attend.

Safety School 1.A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. 2.A school you are willing to attend. -Don’t make this Safety school a backup you do not even like.

Target School

1. A school you range in GPA and Test Scores

Target School 1.A school you range in GPA and Test Scores 2.A school you are confident you will be able to pay for (loans, family money, or scholarships)

Target School 1.A school you range in GPA and Test Scores 2.A school you are confident you will be able to pay for (loans, family money, or scholarships) 3.A school that is your focus but is attainable.

Reach School

1. A school that is above your grade, gpa, and test score range.

Reach School 1.A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. -You score slightly below the average

Reach School 1.A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. 2.A school that is a long shot but should still be possible.

Reach School 1.A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. 2.A school that is a long shot but should still be possible. -EX: A student with a 2.0 GPA who wants to go to Harvard is not Reach its impossible.

Directions: I need you to start thinking about which colleges you are interested in. Take some class time and research 5 colleges you will like to get to know. I have provided you with a sheet of college criteria that you need to fill out so that you know what you have to do in the coming weeks.