1. Good morning. Please pick up the new vocabulary
Review each word quietly
Begin writing sentences in the spaces provided
In a few minutes, we will review each word together

2. Dead words, dead words Just for fun:
Substitute "damn" every time you're inclined to write "very"; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be. - Mark Twain

3. Announcements I’m missing a few references lists
If this is you, turn in this assignment today
me about research project collaboration
Who contributed, and how much? How would you grade each team member’s contribution? Include an evaluation of your own work
Current event due Friday
Attend class every day
New vocabulary list today
Friday: Vocabulary review game for extra credit (study ALL words)

4. Agenda Vocabulary Discuss schedule, deadlines for service projects
Discuss what to do if your group feels lost
Sample project plan
Time to work

5. How much time do we have?
After today, only 10 class sessions to go before the due date (May 18th)
Thus you should
Exchange addresses, phone numbers
Plan for some out-of-class meetings
Set clear expectations and deadlines

6. Key Dates to Remember: Friday, May 18th: Tuesday, May 22nd:
Project complete
7-10 minute formal presentation of project, sample writing, AND results
Copies of all documents due via to Ms. Perez
NO EXCEPTIONS! I have to finalize your grades that weekend in order to sign your cards the next week
Tuesday, May 22nd:
The only day I’ll sign blue cards
You must attend class to receive your signature

7. Tips for Group work Set clear deadlines and expectations
Don’t ever schedule a meeting without a specific agenda and end time
Choose a scribe
Scribe: notes and updates to all group members
Capitalize on strengths of each group member
Develop and maintain professional relationships
You never know who’ll be your future boss
Communicate problems to teammates before reporting them to the “boss”
Don’t resort to passive-aggressive tactics

8. What are we doing now? Determine: Clear problem Clear solution Plan:
PERMISSIONS – who needs to give it?
Writing/communication approaches that best address the issue
Data needed – what do you need to know? How will you find out?
Assign roles and deadlines

9. For Friday Due: Agenda: Current event Flash cards Vocabulary game
Time to work on service projects