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Wednesday, January 9th

Bell-Ringer: Please turn in your Tutorial Request Form to Mr. Naruta immediately. Then, pick up an Independent Reading and Reflection worksheet from the front table. The bookshelf by the windows is stuffed full of books and magazines geared toward some aspect of World History. Please select one (your choice) and spend the next 15 minutes independently reading. Afterward, you will be responsible for filling in the reflection form.

Tuesday, January 15th Daily Agenda:Bell-Ringer: Independent Reading and ReflectionWord of the Day prudentWriting Workshop: The Comparison EssayTutorial #1Tutorial Reflection

Essential Question:What is a civilization and what are its defining characteristics?Homework: Make sure your Wiki Reflection is posted and you have read the packets from Friday and Monday. Use tonight to review the material in Chapters 1-5. PRUDENT- CAREFUL; CAUTIONS; sENSIBLEIn the Twilight saga Bella Swan is a high school student who meets and falls in love with Edward Cullen. However, Edward is not just another high school student. He is a 107-year-old vampire who stopped aging physically at 17. Edward understands that their relationship will pose grave dangers to Bella. However, Bella and Edward love each other so they decide to stay together despite the danger. Together, they must be PRUDENT in dealing with the dangers that they face during their relationship.Day two, block onePRUDENT- CAREFUL; CAUTIONS; sENSIBLEQuestions, Reasons, and Examples..A scientist must be prudent by carefully testing each hypothesis and being cautious not to jump to conclusions.Now, you complete each example.

A coach must be prudent when..An air traffic controller must be prudent by

Day two, block twoPRUDENT- CAREFUL; CAUTIONS; sENSIBLEQuestions, Reasons, and Examples..A scientist must be prudent by carefully testing each hypothesis and being cautious not to jump to conclusions.Now, you complete each example.

A coach must be prudent when considering the strengths and weaknesses of each player before assigning positions and plays.

An air traffic controller must be prudent by carefully reviewing all incoming and outgoing flights before approving the flight plan of a private jet.

Day two, block two (possible answers)The Comparison EssayGuidelines and Expectations for Good AP Writing

Compare and Contrast

Know the RubricComparison means to say what is the same and what is different.This says at LEAST on you need THREE Rule of 3!!!Analyze means to say why why is there a difference or similarity

Tackle the Question

Brainstorm Quickly

Format of EssayRemember you only get points for pointing out the similarities and differences.Consider the followingIf you do the following

Where are you going to compare and contrast???The following also has some issues

Can work, but not alwaysBest format to get POINTS

This requires a lot of prewriting if you have time, do this!!!Use OutlineThesis Same as before answer question, use groups, and give hints

Political Goals and OutcomesEconomic Goals and OutcomesMilitary Goals and OutcomesEvidence (at least 3 detailed examples)Evidence (at least 3 detailed examples)

Evidence (at least 3 detailed examples)

ConclusionCommon ProblemsDescribing the two things/events separately (with great evidence) but never comparing and/or contrasting NO POINTS FOR DESCRIBINGConfusing dates, people, and placesRunning out of time and not finishingThesis and IntroductionLength: 3-7 sentencesOrganization: Background Argument RoadmapBackground: Attention-Getter (prove you understand history/set the stage)Argument: Must be explicit, comparative, and avoid restating question.Roadmap: Indirectly describe how you will support your thesis (can be part of thesis)Body ParagraphsLength: About 7 sentencesOrganization: Topic sentence, evidence, analysis (repeat the last two three times)DONT just talk about one, then talk about the other (parallel structure)Make DIRECT comparisons, and use effective transitionsUse body paragraphs to prove or support your thesisExplain, dont just list similarities and differences (analysis)ConclusionNo points can be taken off for not having a conclusionBut, it is your final chance to make sure that your argument is not lost (back-up thesis?)This is your chance to show you recognize the significance of your argument (Your answer to So What?)General Writing TipsCant get a 9 with improper grammar, spelling, and punctuationUse active and descriptive language; avoid passive voiceAsset Grading = Cant be penalized for wrong info, only credited for good infoEffective transitions (Similarly, likewise, along the same lines, in contrast, however, etc.)go along way to establishing a good comparative toneTake a moment to fill in the heading on the tutorial request form provided (name and date). While you wait, look over the form silently on your own.What is a Tutorial?AVID Tutorials:Tutorials were designed by the AVID program as a means of using questioning to assist students in coming to their own conclusions about questions they were unsure of.First, identify a question that you are struggling with. Note, this is not the same thing as a question you cant answer. This should be a question that you have studied and researched, but are still unsure of or unclear about. It cannot be a question that you can merely look up in the book or your notes (that is your responsibility). Next, attempt to solve the problem using the TRF form. In the process, identify where (at what point or step) you are having confusion. Then, rewrite the question to reflect and focus on this point of confusion. During the tutorial, you will present your question to the rest of your group. Rather than merely telling youre the answer, your group members will ask you questions to assist you in reaching your own conclusion to the question.Finally, you will recap your understanding of the answer and identify the steps that you used to solve the question.This works very well for three reasons: (1) It forces you to recognize the process you are using to solve challenging questions; (2) It draws your attention to critical thinking questions, not just memorization of names, dates, and events; and (3) it forces you to answer the question, instead of someone else doing it for you and then just trying to memorize their answer.Your tutorial questions may come from any academic subject you are currently taking, though you are strongly encouraged to focus on AP World HistoryMake sure your Wiki Reflection is posted and you have read the packets from Friday and Monday. Use tonight to review the material in Chapters 1-5. In-class essay tomorrow, so make sure you are comfortable with at least 2 River Valley Civilizations.Homework: