Happy pi day!!!
In English 1020 today, we just worked on our research papers. Remember, they are coming due soon!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
English 1020 on 3/9 and 3/10 and English 1010 on 3/10
In English 1020 yesterday and today, we just worked on our research papers, as those are coming due very soon.
In English 1010, we went over chapter 8 and wrote a three paragraph descriptive essay about one of the topics from the end of the chapter. For the second half of class, we were in a computer lab to work on our research projects, which again, is coming due very soon.
*Evaluations are next week, so please bring your schedule so you will have your student ID number!
In English 1010, we went over chapter 8 and wrote a three paragraph descriptive essay about one of the topics from the end of the chapter. For the second half of class, we were in a computer lab to work on our research projects, which again, is coming due very soon.
*Evaluations are next week, so please bring your schedule so you will have your student ID number!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 3/8
Yesterday, both classes were in the library. English 1020 did peer-editing and revising of the compare and contrast essay, and English 1010 did peer-editing and revising of the process essay. Both classes then had a chance to work on their research projects.
In English 1010, the homework is to read chapter 8 and "Monsoon Time." Complete questions 1-10 after "Monsoon Time."
The research paper for English 1020 and the research outline and works cited page for English 1010 are due on March 17. The PowerPoint will be due on the 24th, the day of the final, and we will be doing presentations on that day.
In English 1010, the homework is to read chapter 8 and "Monsoon Time." Complete questions 1-10 after "Monsoon Time."
The research paper for English 1020 and the research outline and works cited page for English 1010 are due on March 17. The PowerPoint will be due on the 24th, the day of the final, and we will be doing presentations on that day.
Monday, March 7, 2011
English 1020 on 3/2 and 3/3 and English 1010 on 3/3
In English 1020 on both days, we went over "The Untranslatable Word 'Macho'" and the comparison and cotnrast essay. The rough draft is due today and tomorrow.
In English 1010 on 3/3, we went over "The Rich Resonance of Small Talk" and the process essay. The rough draft of the process essay is due tomorrow. The topics are at the end of the chapter.
In English 1010 on 3/3, we went over "The Rich Resonance of Small Talk" and the process essay. The rough draft of the process essay is due tomorrow. The topics are at the end of the chapter.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
English 1020 2/23
Today, we went over "The CSI Effect" and the cause and effect essay. The homework is to have the rough draft of the cause and effect essay finished for Monday.
English 1020 and 1010 2/22
Last night, we had midterms in 1020. We also worked on the research papers. For homework, you need to read chapter 13 and "The CSI Effect" and do the questions.
In 1010, we had the midterm and went over chapter 16. For homework, you need to have your topic and guiding research question ready for tomorrow. We will meet in the library.
In 1010, we had the midterm and went over chapter 16. For homework, you need to have your topic and guiding research question ready for tomorrow. We will meet in the library.
Monday, February 21, 2011
English 1020 on 2/21
Yay! Everybody was here today! I am impressed! Of course, it was the day of the midterm. Students began working on their research papers after the test. The homework is to read chapter 13, and read and do the questions for "The CSI Effect."
Thursday, February 17, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/17
In English 1020 tonight, we went over chapter 16 on the research paper, and I gave the midterm review.
In English 1010, we went over chapters 5 and 27, and then I gave the midterm review.
The homework for both classes is to review for the midterm, which will be on Tuesday night.
In English 1010, we went over chapters 5 and 27, and then I gave the midterm review.
The homework for both classes is to review for the midterm, which will be on Tuesday night.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/15
Last night, in English 1020, we typed up the argument essay. We also created 5 questions for use on the midterm exam as a review exercise. The midterm will be on Tuesday night. The homework was to read chapter 16.
In English 1010, we went over run-ons and fragments, and we went over chapter 25, modifiers. We were to do the final review for chapter 25 for homework, and there will be a quiz on the chapter on Thursday. We also created 5 questions to be used on the midterm as a review exercise. The other homework was to read chapters 5 and 27.
Have a good day, and I hope to see everyone on Thursday!
In English 1010, we went over run-ons and fragments, and we went over chapter 25, modifiers. We were to do the final review for chapter 25 for homework, and there will be a quiz on the chapter on Thursday. We also created 5 questions to be used on the midterm as a review exercise. The other homework was to read chapters 5 and 27.
Have a good day, and I hope to see everyone on Thursday!
Monday, February 14, 2011
English 1020 2/14
Today, we were in the computer lab finishing up our argument papers. The students also created 5 questions (and gave me the answers) for the midterm exam. If the questions are too easy, I will throw them out and use my own.
The homework is to read chapter 16.
Starting next Monday, we will be meeting in 186 every day.
The homework is to read chapter 16.
Starting next Monday, we will be meeting in 186 every day.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/10
Tonight was a pretty good night in class! In 1020, we went over "China's Google Web" and chapter 14. The students began working on their argument essays in class, and the rough draft is due in class on Tuesday. We will be meeting in 134 for class on Tuesday.
In 1010, we had an interesting class. We went over "I, Telemarketer" and narration. Then, we had an activity making up short stories. We had random titles, themes, settings, and characters on note cards, and the students rolled a die to randomly choose one from each. The students then created short stories using those elements. I would say it was a successful activity as the groups were working well together, compromising, and having fun creating stories.
In 1010, we had an interesting class. We went over "I, Telemarketer" and narration. Then, we had an activity making up short stories. We had random titles, themes, settings, and characters on note cards, and the students rolled a die to randomly choose one from each. The students then created short stories using those elements. I would say it was a successful activity as the groups were working well together, compromising, and having fun creating stories.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
English 1020 on 2/9
In English 1020 today, we went over chapter 14 and "Google's China Web." When we finished going over the reading and the chapter, the students began writing the rough draft of their argument essays. The topics are at the end of the chapter. The rough draft is due on Monday.
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/7
Last night was an interesting night! There were a lot of good discussions going on in my 1010 class.
In 1020, we were in 134 to type up the illustration essays. The homework is to read chapter 14 and "Google's China Web" in the back of the book. Complete the questions with "Google's China Web."
In 1010, we went over chapter 4, and the students completed Writing Activity 2 at the end of the chapter. If you were not in class, you need to read chapter 4 as we have a quiz on chapters 3 and 4 at the beginning of class tomorrow. If you are late to class or do not come, you cannot make up the quiz. For homework, you need to read chapter 7 and "I, Telemarketer" in the textbook, completing questions 1-10 at the end of the reading selection, and read section 3 of the handbook.
I hope to see you all tomorrow night!
In 1020, we were in 134 to type up the illustration essays. The homework is to read chapter 14 and "Google's China Web" in the back of the book. Complete the questions with "Google's China Web."
In 1010, we went over chapter 4, and the students completed Writing Activity 2 at the end of the chapter. If you were not in class, you need to read chapter 4 as we have a quiz on chapters 3 and 4 at the beginning of class tomorrow. If you are late to class or do not come, you cannot make up the quiz. For homework, you need to read chapter 7 and "I, Telemarketer" in the textbook, completing questions 1-10 at the end of the reading selection, and read section 3 of the handbook.
I hope to see you all tomorrow night!
Monday, February 7, 2011
English 1020 on 2/7/2011
Today in English 1020, we were in the lab to do peer-editing and revising of the illustration essays, and to type up the final drafts. The homework tonight is to read chapter 14 and "China's Google Web." Do the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions following the readings.
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/3/11
I apologize for the late post! There is no excuse for it...
In English 1020, we went over the Illustration essay and "Weird Weather", and we began writing the rough drafts of the essay. The topics are at the end of the reading that was due and the chapter. We will be in 134 to do the peer-editing and revising and to type up the final drafts.
In English 1010, we went over "Naming Good Path Elk," and went over chapter 3. The students worked in class on Activity 2 in the Writer's Desk at the end of the chapter.
I hope you had a good weekend, and I apologize for the late posting!
In English 1020, we went over the Illustration essay and "Weird Weather", and we began writing the rough drafts of the essay. The topics are at the end of the reading that was due and the chapter. We will be in 134 to do the peer-editing and revising and to type up the final drafts.
In English 1010, we went over "Naming Good Path Elk," and went over chapter 3. The students worked in class on Activity 2 in the Writer's Desk at the end of the chapter.
I hope you had a good weekend, and I apologize for the late posting!
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
English 1020 on 2/2/2011
Today we went over "Weird Weather" and chapter 6. The students began writing the rough draft of the illustration essay which is due Monday. The topic choices are at the end of chapter 6 and the reading selection that was due today.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and I will see you on Monday!
I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and I will see you on Monday!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 2/1/11
Tonight, my English 1020 class was in the library to type up the classification essay. Homework is to read chapter 6 and to read "Weird Weather" starting on page 607. You are to do the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions following the reading.
In English 1010, we went over chapters 36 and 37. One of the homework chapters was 36, so if you were not in class, you still need to read it. You also need to read chapter 3 and "Naming Good Path Elk" starting on page 580. Answer questions 1-9, which are the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions, after the reading.
I hope you have a good night, and I will see you on Thursday!
In English 1010, we went over chapters 36 and 37. One of the homework chapters was 36, so if you were not in class, you still need to read it. You also need to read chapter 3 and "Naming Good Path Elk" starting on page 580. Answer questions 1-9, which are the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions, after the reading.
I hope you have a good night, and I will see you on Thursday!
Monday, January 31, 2011
English 1020 on 1/31/2011
We were in the lab today to do peer-editing and revising of the classification essay. The students typed up the final essays and turned them in. Tonight's homework is to read chapter 6 and to read "Weird Weather" starting on page 607. Complete the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions following the reading.
We will be back in the classroom on Wednesday.
We will be back in the classroom on Wednesday.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on 1/27/2011
This was an interesting night. In English 1020, we went over classification essays, and students began working on a rough draft of it. The topics to choose from were at the end of chapter 11 and the two writing topics at the end of the reading selection that was due today. The students had some good discussions going about some of the topic choices.
In English 1010, almost half the class was absent. A few got in touch with me about illnesses. I hope all those who are sick get well soon! We had a comma quiz which cannot be made up, but if the students approach me, they can get a copy of the quiz to use to help study for tests. We also went over chapters 1 and 2 in the book, and had an in-class writing assignment. The assignment was to do some pre-writing, and if time, move on to writing, about one of three possible topics from a scholarship contest:
1) What are your educational goals?
2) How will winning this scholarship help me reach my goals?
3) Write about a time when "hard work" paid off.
The writing has to be 250 words or less, and came from http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net. I collected what students got finished, so if you missed class, try to get this done over the weekend. I'm trying to encourage all of you to go out for scholarships!
I hope everyone has a good weekend, and I'll see you next week!
In English 1010, almost half the class was absent. A few got in touch with me about illnesses. I hope all those who are sick get well soon! We had a comma quiz which cannot be made up, but if the students approach me, they can get a copy of the quiz to use to help study for tests. We also went over chapters 1 and 2 in the book, and had an in-class writing assignment. The assignment was to do some pre-writing, and if time, move on to writing, about one of three possible topics from a scholarship contest:
1) What are your educational goals?
2) How will winning this scholarship help me reach my goals?
3) Write about a time when "hard work" paid off.
The writing has to be 250 words or less, and came from http://www.jumpstart-scholarship.net. I collected what students got finished, so if you missed class, try to get this done over the weekend. I'm trying to encourage all of you to go out for scholarships!
I hope everyone has a good weekend, and I'll see you next week!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
My text number
Apparently, even though some students were able to text me recently on the number I gave on the syllabus, it was changed without notification. I will be giving out the new number during class tomorrow and Monday. I will not give the number on the blog, but if you need it or want it before we meet next, send me an email to let me know.
English 1020 1/26
Today was a pretty good day in class. We had notes on chapter 11, and students began writing the rough draft of their classification essay. Over the weekend, you need ot make sure you get your rough draft written for Monday. The topic choices are on pages 195-196, and the writing topics that directly follow "Living Environments." You only need to choose one. The essay must be at least five paragraphs in length.
Have a good weekend, and I hope to see you on Monday!
Have a good weekend, and I hope to see you on Monday!
English 1020 and 1010 on 1/25
Last night was interesting. The students were speaking up and participating a great deal.
In English 1020, we finished the comma notes in class. We also went over the parts of an essay.
In English 1010, we went over commas and what makes a paragraph. Be aware, you may have a quiz on commas tomorrow!
Homework:
English 1020: Read chapter 11, review handbook section 3, and read "Living Environments" starting on page 592 of the textbook. Complete the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions following the reading selection.
English 1010: Read chapters 1, 2, and 35.
That's all for now, and I hope to see you in class tomorrow night!
In English 1020, we finished the comma notes in class. We also went over the parts of an essay.
In English 1010, we went over commas and what makes a paragraph. Be aware, you may have a quiz on commas tomorrow!
Homework:
English 1020: Read chapter 11, review handbook section 3, and read "Living Environments" starting on page 592 of the textbook. Complete the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions following the reading selection.
English 1010: Read chapters 1, 2, and 35.
That's all for now, and I hope to see you in class tomorrow night!
Monday, January 24, 2011
English 1020 1/24/11
In English 1020 today, I put two days of notes into one. We went over the pretest today, reviewed parts speech, and writing the essay. The students then had time to get a head start on their homework.
Tonight's homework:
Tonight's homework:
- Review handbook section 3
- Read chapter 11
- Read "Living Environments" on page 592 and answer the "Comprehension and Critical Thinking" questions that follow
Thursday, January 20, 2011
English 1010 and 1020 on 1/20/2011
Tonight was one of those nights where I got distracted easily. However, in English 1020, we finished the notes on chapter 1, and went over our pretest. We started notes on commas, and will finish on Tuesday.
In English 1010, we went over the pretest we took Tuesday night, and we reviewed the parts of speech. To end the week on a bit of a fun note, we watched some of the School House Rock videos on the parts of speech.
There is no homework over the weekend for either class.
Have a wonderful weekend!
In English 1010, we went over the pretest we took Tuesday night, and we reviewed the parts of speech. To end the week on a bit of a fun note, we watched some of the School House Rock videos on the parts of speech.
There is no homework over the weekend for either class.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
English 1020 on 1/19/11
Today's class was big! We did the usual first day stuff, so we went over the syllabus and did a pretest. After that, we went through chapter 1. The class then had time to do some of the readings for homework.
Today's homework:
Review handbook sections 4, 5, and 6. Read chapters 1 and 3. If you were in class, you do not need to read chapter 1 since we already went over it. Most of this should be review for you!
Have a wonderful weekend, and I will see you on Monday!
Today's homework:
Review handbook sections 4, 5, and 6. Read chapters 1 and 3. If you were in class, you do not need to read chapter 1 since we already went over it. Most of this should be review for you!
Have a wonderful weekend, and I will see you on Monday!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
English 1020 and 1010 on January 18
Good evening! The first day got off to a rocky start as many students had the wrong classroom on their schedules. From now on, English 1020 at 6:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays will meet in room 130, and English 1010 at 8:00 PM will meet in room 175.
In both classes, I went over the syllabus tonight and gave a pretest. A few students were absent or left becuase of the confusion with classrooms.
In English 1020, we started going over chapter 1 in the textbook. On Thursday, we will finish up chapter 1 and move on.
Tonight's homework:
English 1020:
Review sections 4, 5, and 6 in the handbook and read chapters 1 and 3 in the textbook.
English 1010:
Read sections 4,5, and 6 in the handbook and review chapter 30 in the textbook.
I hope to see you on Thursday!
In both classes, I went over the syllabus tonight and gave a pretest. A few students were absent or left becuase of the confusion with classrooms.
In English 1020, we started going over chapter 1 in the textbook. On Thursday, we will finish up chapter 1 and move on.
Tonight's homework:
English 1020:
Review sections 4, 5, and 6 in the handbook and read chapters 1 and 3 in the textbook.
English 1010:
Read sections 4,5, and 6 in the handbook and review chapter 30 in the textbook.
I hope to see you on Thursday!
Welcome!
Welcome all to the first week of classes! It's great to finally get started, isn't it? This first week should be fairly simple. We are just going over the syllabus and are beginning with some grammar lessons. In the future, this blog will be used to update you on what happened in class and to make sure you know what the homework is for the night.
I hope you enjoy this class, and feel free to come talk to me if you need to!
I hope you enjoy this class, and feel free to come talk to me if you need to!
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