Feb. 3
Task #1 – Go over Adjective Word Bank
Task #2 – Write a short story about one of the images below as the inspiration for your story. Please give your story a title and be as descriptive as possible. Your draft will be due for tomorrow’s class. Please make sure it is done to the best of your ability as it will be edited in class tomorrow. Have fun!
Feb. 2
Task #1 – We’re going to practice commenting on the blog today by having each of you post an example of the simple sentences you transformed.
** Remember, this is a public document so everyone can see what you are posting. Select your best example.
Follow the steps below but use today’s example not the lesson below:
** Edit the rest of your sentences **
Task #2 – Go to noredink.com and sign up for an account. If you already have an account, update your profile and make sure you log in with the class code – aeef4ck4
Task #3 – Go over adjective lesson and adjective vocab. Students will need to complete Using Adjectives Practice #1 noredink.com following the lesson
Feb. 1
Task #1 – Take turns reading your descriptive examples from Friday’s work to a partner in and try to guess what each of you are trying to describe. Please do this with two different partners.
Task #2 – Transforming the following simple sentences
Example:
He walked the dog.
On Sunday morning, Steve happily walked his tiny black poodle through Stanley park with girlfriend while enjoying their Starbucks coffee they bought on Granville Street before they set out on their perfect Autumn date together.
Transform the following sentences:
Attached are two word banks that will be of use to you:
Jan. 29
What Am I?
Your task is to be as descriptive as possible to describe 3 different things (person, place, object, scene, scenario, ect.) without directly stating what it is. Your detailed description should allow the reader to know what it is you are writing about.
Example:
The bright ball blinds you as it emerges; it rises like a yellow lollipop on the distant horizon. Crashing against the shore, small waves wash the night’s debris onto the land. Untouched golden sand covers the floor as far as your eyes can see. Soothing, a gentle sea breeze rustles through your hair.
Jan. 29
Instructor: Mr. Thies
Room: Room 127
Email: jthies@sd43.bc.ca
Course Overview
EAL Skills is a non-credit course that will build upon the skills and concepts covered in EAL Intermediate. Students will continue to develop their skills in reading comprehension, as well as written and oral fluency in order to increase their English proficiency. This course enables students to explore literature and to use language with confidence through exploration and practice in reading, writing, speaking, listening and cooperative learning.
This course is designed for the student who:
Classroom Philosophy & Expectations
EAL Skills will require effort and discipline on the part of the student. It is essential that students are capable of working both independently as well as in group activities. It is crucial that all students participate every class and review the day’s lessons each night.
Students will be taught how to navigate their teacher’s blog as well as how effectively use their edublog which is where the majority of their assessed work will be submitted. Students will be given ample time to complete the work assigned during class time. If students consistently have to complete their work at home, it is because they are not effectively using their class time.
Lessons, assignments, and projects are designed to meet the learning outcomes for the course. Therefore, it is a must that students do not miss class and arrive to class on time. Students are not to be late. Assignments and tests that are not completed will result in a mark of “zero” until they are completed. Late assignments/projects will be accepted; however they will only be given a maximum mark of 50% unless the students have been granted an extension. Extensions will be granted so long as students use their class time wisely, provide an adequate reason for their need for an extension, and ask well before the due date.
Put your best effort into each class and BE RESPECTFUL…to yourself, your peers, your classroom, your teacher.
Course Materials
Students will need to bring a device (tablet or lap top) as well as a pen or pencil every class
Course Evaluation
Students will be able to access their marks through the following website: www.engrade.com. Please use this resource to keep track of your marks and any missing assignments. You will be given an access code early in the course. You will only be able to see your own information and your information will be secure from other viewers.
PLAGARISM AND CHEATING
Don’t do it! The problem will be referred to administration.
COURSE CONTENT
We will be covering the following units
A FINAL NOTE
If any student requires additional help I am available before school and can be found in my classroom. I firmly believe that each and every student should have every opportunity to do well. If you have any concerns or comments please contact me immediately.
Regards,
Mr. J Thies
Dec. 8
Task #1 – Review your poems and make sure you have them posted and have included the analysis. When you post them make sure that you tag them appropriately. We will use #SkillsPoems. (I will show you how to tag your posts.)
Task #2 – Go over Lit Circle Roles. You will need these for our novel study. You will only be using one at a time but please download the following: Connector (fillable) Discussion Director (fillable) Illustrator (fillable) Word Wizard (fillable) Travel Tracer (fillable) Summarizer (fillable) Researcher (fillable) Literary Luminary (fillable)
Task #3 – You may borrow a hard copy of the book (which you will need to sign out) or use the digital copy here: Touching Spirit Bear NOVEL
Nov. 10
You should have the following completed for the short story you selected:
** Each of these should be attached as files under a heading **
The last part of this project will be the posting of your project on your blog and the oral presentation. Be prepared to discuss the following types of questions:
Nov. 9
You should have the following completed for the short story you selected:
Please write a paragraph response for your selected short story. It should only be one paragraph long. Please remember the following when writing your response:
** feel free to check with me about the topic you want to write on **
Nov. 5
You should have the following completed for the short story you selected:
Please write a concise summary of your selected short story. It should only be one paragraph long. Please remember the following when writing your summary:
Nov. 4
You should have the following completed for the short story you selected:
For today please complete the Character Traits Worksheet (fillable) for tomorrow’s class
You can use Character Traits Word Bank if you need