Article posted May 17, 2013 at 10:07 PM GMT0 •
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We have been talking about the difference between facts and opinions in class lately. To begin, please follow this link to a site that will help you determine how well you understand this concept. You will be asked to read 30 statements and decide whether they are facts or opinions. You must get more than 80% on the quiz before moving on to the next step. If you score lower than that, please repeat the quiz.
Once you have completed the quiz and scored higher than 80%, you can take a few minutes to click on the following links to get a little extra practice at determining whether a statement is a fact or an opinion.
Article posted April 18, 2013 at 05:04 PM GMT0 •
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We are currently learning about Treaties in Social Studies class. Please view the following videos (the second one is one we have already watched in class together but you can view it again to help you in answering the questions). Remember to use your earphones! When you have finished watching the videos, please answer the following questions on your blog. Remember to use complete sentences (you can copy and paste the questions so that I can tell which question you are answering).
Article posted March 6, 2013 at 02:33 PM GMT0 •
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Please read through the following information:
"Spread the Word to End the Word™ is an ongoing effort by Special Olympics, Best Buddies and our supporters to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word “retard(ed)” and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word.
The campaign, created by youth, is intended to engage schools organizations and communities to rally and pledge their support at www.r-word.org and to promote the inclusion and acceptance of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities."
WHEN
"The official annual day of awareness is held the first Wednesday of every March. While most activities are centered on or near that annual day in March, people everywhere can help spread the word throughout their communities and schools year-round thru pledge drives, youth rallies and online activation."
WHO
"Spread the Word to End the Word was founded by college students Soeren Palumbo (Notre Dame 2011) and Tim Shriver (Yale 2011) in 2009, and continues to be led by passionate young people, Special Olympics athletes and Best Buddies participants across the United States and in many other parts of the world."
WHY
"Respectful and inclusive language is essential to the movement for the dignity and humanity of people with intellectual disabilities. However, much of society does not recognize the hurtful, dehumanizing and exclusive effects of the word “retard(ed).”
It is time to address the minority slur “retard(ed)” and raise the consciousness of society to its hurtful effects."
VIDEOS:
HOW
Visit www.r-word.org to learn how you can Spread the Word to End the Word.
When you have finished reading the information and watching the video, please go to your blog and tell me a little about what you learned today. Do you think that this has changed how you will speak/act on a daily basis? Do you think that this is an important movement? Why or why not? What do you think you/our class could do to be a part of this movement in our school? Please explain in detail.
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Article posted February 15, 2013 at 04:51 PM GMT0 •
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WRITING A REVIEW
Today I would like you to write a review of the book we just finished reading in class, “Double Identity.” I have included some helpful tips on how to write a review. Please read the assignment carefully before beginning and use loose-leaf paper to complete your pre-writing and a draft before beginning to type. Once your re-writing and draft are done (including revising and editing), you may begin your final copy on your blog. Please take your time and remember to spell check your work before submitting it.
How to Write a Book Review
What is a Book Review?
A book review is a description and an
evaluation of a book that you have read.
Book reviews are helpful because they inform future readers about books they may be interested in reading. Often, a book review will influence other readers by telling them a little bit about what the story is about, as well as if is is worth reading or not!
The most important thing to remember is that book reviews DO NOT give away the ending or anything else that may spoil the book for someone else!
4 steps to follow when writing a book review:
(Note: You do not have to answer every question; these are only suggestions to guide your writing.)
1. Write at least 3-4 sentences about the plot
What was the story about?
Who were the main characters?
What did the main characters do in the story?
Did the main characters run into any problems?
Who was your favorite character? Why?
2. Your personal experiences
Could you relate to any of the characters in
the story?
Have you ever done some of the things or felt
some of the same things that the characters
did?
3. Your opinion
Did you like the book?
What was your favorite part of the book?
Do you have a least favorite part of the book?
If you could change something in the book,
what would it be?
4. Your recommendation
Would you recommend this book to another
person?
What type of person would like this book?
Article posted February 15, 2013 at 04:51 PM GMT0 •
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The site is "dedicated to the thought that something as simple as fun is the easiest way to change people's behavior for the better. Be it for yourself, for the environment, or for something entirely different, the only thing that matters is that it's change for the better."
Watch a few of the videos. **Please remember to use your earphones or turn down the volume on your computer to do this so that you are not disturbing those around you.
When you are finished, answer the questions below on your blog. Please remember to proofread your work and to use complete sentences.
1) Of all the videos you watched, which was your favourite? Why?
2) Do you think that any of these ideas would actually work? Why or why not?
3) Come up with at least one idea that could be a part of "The Fun Theory." Explain it in detail.
**You can also include any questions or comments you have about this website/initiative.
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