Wednesday,+October+7

Common Core Objectives:
Students will engage in meaningful online discussion and exhibit appropriate etiquette when commenting on blogs. W.12.6, SL.12.1d

The unscrambling of sentence parts helps you to see how those parts are connected within the model sentence. As a result, you will glimpse the mind of an author composing a sentence so you can go through a similar process when you compose sentences.


 * Directions:** On a sheet of paper, unscramble the sentence parts to imitate the model. Then write your own imitation of the model.

1. MODEL: Dumpster diving is outdoor work, often surprisingly pleasant.

Lars Eighner, "On Dumpster Diving"

a. sometimes quite costly

b. is a recreational activity

c. mall strolling

2. MODEL: Near the cab, idling in front of the mortuary, was a huge Oldsmobile.

Stephen King, //Hearts in Atlantis//

a. was a skittering gecko

b. behind the pool

c. zigzagging in back of the cabana

Mini-Lesson: Commenting on Blogs
How do I comment on Blogger?

Tips for Online Discussion and Comments Check out these handy tips for commenting!

Commenting and Reflection
Comment on at least four (4) student blogs. Make them MEANINGFUL comments that join in the conversation!

Complete the Metacognitive Reflection.

=Thinking About the Media = Go to my blog to read the linked article. Comment on my blog to join in the conversation! Make sure you are signed in so that you get credit!