1. April 29, 2013
Date
Analyze the impact of specific word choice on meaning and tone
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings
Understand how language functions in different contexts
Interpret figures of speech in context and analyze their role in the text
Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations
Learning Target
Turn in “Hometown” poems – share
Literary Terms Quiz
Senior Shout-outs
Intro – Group project
Agenda
Group Project due 5/2
Summative Project due 5/17
Homework

2. April 30, 2013
Date
Analyze the impact of specific word choice on meaning and tone
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings
Understand how language functions in different contexts
Interpret figures of speech in context and analyze their role in the text
Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations
Learning Target
Work day for Group Project
Agenda
Group Project due 5/2
Summative project due 5/17
Homework

3. May 1, 2013
Date
Read and synthesize information about a poet from a variety of sources
Write a biography about a poet and analyze a poem using correct research skills and formatted in MLA
Use appropriate speaking skills to inform an audience
Listen to your classmates’ presentations to learn information about famous poets
Learning Target
Poet of the Week
Tanya
Mike
Luke
Work time for group project
Agenda
Group project due 5/2
Summative Project due 5/17
Homework

4. May 2, 2013
Date
Analyze the impact of specific word choice on meaning and tone
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings
Understand how language functions in different contexts
Interpret figures of speech in context and analyze their role in the text
Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations
Learning Target
Present Group Projects
Agenda
Summative Project DUE – May 17
ICE on Monday
Homework

5. May 3, 2013
Date
Analyze the impact of specific word choice on meaning and tone
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings
Understand how language functions in different contexts
Interpret figures of speech in context and analyze their role in the text
Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations
Learning Target
Present group projects
Agenda
Summative Project DUE – May 17
ICE on Monday!
Homework