Saturday, December 17, 2011

Ms. Nicole Walbauer--Chairperson, English Department-----Independent Reading Project Rubic/Grade


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Independent Reading Project
Rubric/Grade

Quality
Criterion
Maximum
Points
Indicators

Points
Earned
Cover
Cover design follows format
15

Design
directions, shows overall effort,



creativity and originality in design. A



title and heading is present that follows



the conventions of standard English



with appropriate grammar, usage and



spelling.


Graphic
Graphic organizers follow the
25

Organizers
conventions of standard English with



appropriate grammar, usage and



spelling. Information is complete,



accurate and logical. Language use is



precise but sophisticated. Graphic



organizers are neatly prepared and



legible.


Active
Notes contain plot and character
25

Reading
development information that is


Chart
specific, thorough, accurate and


Notes
sequenced for each chapter. Notes are



legible.


Active
Literary analysis is completed for the
25

Reading
majority of chapters and contains a


Chart
record of personal thoughts/reactions,


Literary
predictions/opinions, connections to


Analysis
other literature/life experiences and an



explanation of literary devices used by



the author.


Blog
A well-developed book review
10


(minimum one paragraph) was



submitted by the deadline. Comments



were posted in response to other



students' postings


Final
Points earned out of 100 possible
100

Portfolio
points:


Grade





Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Ms Lori Palmer-----English Department----2nd Quarter Independent Reading Response—Writing a Book Blog


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2nd Quarter Independent Reading Response—Writing a Book Blog
Genre: Open    Selection Due: December 12, 2011  
CLASS&GELINAS BLOGS DUE BY JANUARY 10 AND 17, 2012
Assignment Requirements
1.      Approx. 500 words in length
2.      Have a clear purpose and be honest in your review of the work
o    No plot summary
o    What can you say that will be different from other reviews? Hook your reader:
Can I tie this book review into current events or news?
Can I connect the book to any cultural trends or fads?
How did I personally respond to this book?
Did my thinking on a certain subject change after reading this book? If so, in what ways?

3. Expose reader to at least 2 pieces of text
As you read, jot down page numbers or quotes you think are important.
This method will save you time when you’re ready to write your review and it will remind you to share those key points in your book review.
4. Incorporate Research
Do some background research on the author, the topic, and the book.. Give your readers an inside “scoop” and make them feel like they’re getting a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the author’s life or the lives of the characters. Compare the book to other works to show your expertise (for example, if you’ve read other books by the same author or in the same genre.)

5. Write for your audience—students in 7-9th grade
6. Title of BLOG should list BOOK TITLE, AUTHOR, A BLOG by ___(your name)____________.
Grading:           You will post this BLOG on our BLOG portion of our MOODLE site. Do not post until our Final Speak BLOG is posted.
***In addition, you must condense your review to 100-150 words to be posted on the Gelinas site. Directions on how to do this will be reviewed by our librarian Mr.Miller.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

American Assoication of School Librarians Promotes Reading





School Librarian's Role in Reading Toolkit

Reading is a foundational skill for 21st-century learners. Guiding learners to become engaged and effective users of ideas and information and to appreciate literature requires that they develop as strategic readers who can comprehend, analyze, and evaluate text in both print and digital formats. Learners must also have opportunities to read for enjoyment as well as for information. School librarians are in a critical and unique position to partner with other educators to elevate the reading development of our nation’s youth.

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