Language+Art

=Language Arts= Objectives: The student will: brainstorm, consult with others, decide upon a topic, and answer a major research question.[.22A] record bibliographic information (e.g., author, title, page number) for all notes and sources according to a standard format.[.23C] marshals evidence to explain the topic and gives relevant reasons for conclusions.[.25B] presents the findings in a meaningful format.[.25C] participate productively in discussions, plan agendas with clear goals and deadlines, set time limits for speakers, take notes, and vote on key issues.[.28A]



Lesson Plan for the Week for LA
As a whole group explain to students to use Google Docs or MS Word to take notes, and at this time share with students how to site sources. || Continue group research, begin working with each group by posing questions on their choices so far. Roundtable: Have students in their groups discuss findings/research so far. What beach do they think they may choose. Why this beach? Does it fit the criteria? Skype with an event party planner. Have students ask questions to the planner to help deepen their understanding of creating a beach party. Information obtained will sited as an interview. || Allow for more research and each group needs to turn in Beach Party Planning Worksheet at the end of class. Each group needs to send a formal email to administration to invite admin to hear presentations on Friday. || Students will need to begin creating a presentation over their findings and choice for beach party. Share with students at the start up of class what their choices for presentations. || Students finish and practice formal presentations. ||
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 * Students will access to textbooks, laptops, and reference materials to begin researching areas for the party. Make sure each group has a copy of the Beach Party Planer Information.