Assignment #1

Copy and paste one of the writing prompts into a new post. Then complete the writing prompt. Title this Assignment #1.

Writing Prompt - Directions: Choose one prompt. Use your BEST writing to complete the prompt. Make sure to check spelling and grammar and to use complete sentences!

1) Think of time you when you were really irritated. Why was this? How did it feel? Explain.
2) Have you ever purposely irritated someone? Why was this? How did it feel? How do you think the other person felt? Explain...
3) Have you ever tried to place blame on someone else, when deep down, you knew it was your fault? (ex. Phillip blaming Miss Narwin that he can't try out for the track team). Why was this? Did you feelings change eventually? Explain.

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Hi Class!

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Then, if you have time, move onto assignment #1.

YAY!

You have finished your final draft! Congrats! You can spend your time playing language games online:

http://www.freerice.com/

http://www.greatdaygames.com/categories/word.aspx

http://word-games.pogo.com/

http://www.games.com/browse-games/word/?sem=1&ncid=AOLGAM00170000000003&otim=1259076213&spid=33514131

Help with Conclusions

Hi Class,

Some of you need help rewriting your conclusion paragraphs. Click on the link below to learn about how to write a clear and concise concluding paragraph.

http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/conclusions.html

Help with Introductions

Hi Class,

Some of you need to work on your introductory paragraph. Click on the link below to help you understand the importance of the introduction and how to write a clear and effective introductory paragraph.

http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/introductions.html

Transitions

Hi Class,

While we are in our revision stage, learning more about transitions will help you in your writing process. Click on the link below to learn more about the use of transistions. Then complete the handout from class.

http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/transitions.html

Revision Process

Hi Class!

I have read most of your papers and you are well on your way! The next step in our writing process is revision. Some of you may be surprised to find out exactly what this step entails. Click on the following link to help you complete the handout from class.

http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/revision.html

Once you have done this, move onto the next posting, which is about transition words.

Validity and Reliability

Use the validity and reliability worksheet as you read and explore on the following websites.

Click on the link below to read and takes notes about how to evaluate valid websites:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/Evaluate.html

Click on the link below to determine which webistes are and are not valid:
http://www.idiotica.com/cranium/encyclopedia/

And the fun begins...

Welcome future 7th grade bloggers! This is a place where I will post what we have done in class, homework assignments, class work assignments, upcoming quizzes, tests, projects, etc. It is also a place for you to share and communicate about your learning! Soon, you will be creating your own blog... more to come!