Introduction: In English 4, we will explore the three domains of English Language Arts: speaking, reading and listening, and written production. These domains of competency will be woven throughout our three units (or modules) of study, each focusing on different genres and types of media. Curriculum Map: link
- Module 1 EXAM: ____________________________________________________
- Module 2 EXAM: ____________________________________________________
- Module 3 EXAM: ____________________________________________________
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GRAMMAR Work
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General Resources
Clarifying Strategies PP
Writing a paragraph PP
Topic Sentence Generator (IVF)
Character Traits List
Types of Audience
Clarifying Strategies PP
Writing a paragraph PP
Topic Sentence Generator (IVF)
Character Traits List
Types of Audience
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english_4_syllabus_winter_2017.docx |
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discussion_sentence_starters.docx |
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writing_techniques_and_devices.doc |
Module 1: Songs & PoetryResources(Website) Quoting Poetry in English
Poetry & Songs Booklets
Booklet 3: Even More Songs and Poems
Spoken Word Poetry
ClassworkP&S1: Figurative Language (doc)
P&S2: Theme,Teacher-Choice Text (doc) P&S3: Theme, Student-Choice Text (doc) P&S4: Language Devices (doc) P&S5: Human Experience (doc) P&S6: Writer's Tone (doc) P&S7: Narrative Point of View (doc)
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Module 2: English & the World of StoryResourcesIntro to Module 2: Film Review & Elements![]()
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grammar_lesson_5_homophones.pdf |
Directions Part 1: Watch the film "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore" (link). Summarize as a class p. 1 of the Film Report page (skip the back). Share out and discuss.
- Part 1: Film Report (doc)
- Part 2: Film Analysis Notes (doc)
More Resources
Even More Cinematography!
- Special Effects (short Video): Star Wars
- Special Effects (long Video): Star Wars and ILM
- Special Effects (Video): Kubo Creatures of Darkness
Writing a Film Review
Film Review Examples:
Parts of a Film Review Activity
NPR Film Review: Kubo
(Video) Review: Kubo
- Film Review A: Flying Books
- Film Review B: Flying Books
Parts of a Film Review Activity
NPR Film Review: Kubo
(Video) Review: Kubo
Film Review Directions: DUE _________
Analyzing Like a Film Critic
Short Film: "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore"
Short Film: "Paths of Hate"
Short Film: Accidents, Blunders, and Calamities
Short Film: Operator
Short Film: That One Day
Documentary: Papa Machete
Documentary: Some Kind of Quest
Documentary: Glas
"Paperman"
Video Clip: Satire Example
Film Analysis Notes Organizer (blank)
Film Analysis Notes Organizer (class example)
Short Film: "Paths of Hate"
Short Film: Accidents, Blunders, and Calamities
Short Film: Operator
Short Film: That One Day
Documentary: Papa Machete
Documentary: Some Kind of Quest
Documentary: Glas
"Paperman"
Video Clip: Satire Example
Film Analysis Notes Organizer (blank)
Film Analysis Notes Organizer (class example)
Film Analysis Worksheets
Film Analysis (page 1): Characterization
Film Analysis (page 2): Conflict/Resolution
Film Analysis (page 3): Dramatic and Cinematic Elements
Film Analysis (page 2): Conflict/Resolution
Film Analysis (page 3): Dramatic and Cinematic Elements
Module 3: English to Inform
Intro to Module 3 PP: Intro, Newspaper Layout, Types of Informational Text
Writing the News
Assignment: Fairy Tale News
The Media
(Website) U.S. Investigative Journalism
(Video) TED: Investigative Journalism
(Video) TED: Citizen Journalism
Class Notes: Compare and Contrast Professional and Citizen Journalism (Doc)
Media as a Business: Target Audience (PDF)
Writing the News
Assignment: Fairy Tale News
The Media
- (Video) Types of Media & Purpose of Media
- (Video) What is Media Bias and Criticism?
- (Website) Types of Media Bias
- Media as a Public Service
(Website) U.S. Investigative Journalism
(Video) TED: Investigative Journalism
(Video) TED: Citizen Journalism
Class Notes: Compare and Contrast Professional and Citizen Journalism (Doc)
Media as a Business: Target Audience (PDF)
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Writing
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Summary Paragraph G.O.
Additional Help: How to Write a Summary Paragraph (Website)
Additional Help: How to Write a Summary Paragraph (Website)
Analyzing the News
(Doc) Analyzing For Writing Type Class Copy
- Assignment: (Web Article) "Standing Rock Protest Spark Support, Fundraising Efforts in Kahnawake"
(Doc) Analyzing For Writing Type Class Copy
- Assignment: (Web Article) "Time to Move"
Analysis-Level Practice Questions
Criticizing Media
Source Analysis: Balance, Bias, & Credibility
(Video) Primary vs. Secondary Sources
(Video) REAL Method of Internet Source Credibility
Dangers of "fake" news
(Video) Primary vs. Secondary Sources
(Video) REAL Method of Internet Source Credibility
Dangers of "fake" news
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Perspective: The TRUE Story of the Three Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Documentary Analysis
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