Last Work day 😁😁

Welcome to your last full week of high school!!

Objective: Create a TED-Style talk presentation for your #PVhasPassion project

Bellwork: Based on the information given on Thursday, what is 1 thing you should include in your presentation??

Agenda

-- Complete your presentation....

Oh and...

Congrats!!! You are almost done.

Your presentation will show all you have done for the past 15 weeks!! I am so proud of you!!

Click here for the Presentation Schedule

CLICK here for the RUBRIC

Information on TED talks and THURSDAY's Assignment

On TED Talks

Reread the information in the 20Time Information Packet.

Read this article from the Chicago Tribune: What TED talk speakers teach us about presenting

Then from this website. TED talk Topics, choose three talks.

Take notes:
Make sure you summarize at least 2 things from their talk.
Answer the following:
1. What was the end product?
2. What was goal of the project?
3. What did the speaker learn about their project?
4. Describe the format of the TED talk.
5. In what ways can you imitate this talk for your TED talk?

Turn your notes in!!! 

Workday 12 5/9/16

OBJECTIVE: 

Analyze questions you have and be able to locate answers.     

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. What is your final exam in this class?

Agenda for 5/9/16

• Post blog #12 
• This is your next to last day in the computer lab to work on your #PVhasPassion project. You need to review the RUBRIC you were given on Friday in class, and evaluating your progress. Revise ANYTHING that needs revision!! Blog about this review and your progress this week. 
• You should begin this week working on your final PRESENTATION aka: TED-style TALK!! It must be done by MONDAY!! If you have not done so, search google for TED Talks or 20time videos and watch them. BLOG ABOUT THEM!
• If you have any questions, NOW is the time to ask. POST a comment on the Q & A tab at the top! 

1 week left until TED talk Presentations!!

Workday 11 5/2/16

WELCOME TO MAY 2016

OBJECTIVE: 

Evaluate what You need to complete in order to have your PRODUCT complete next week.    

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. List all of the things did this week that kept you from completing your #PVhasPassion assignments.

ITINERARY 5/2/16

1. Post your weekly blog #11 
2. Make sure you Post your interview reflection. This is a 2-page/4 paragraph assignment. (See your packet for the requirements!) 
3. Review TED talks videos. You can search GOOGLE for examples. Also, make sure you review the packet for the TED-style Talk REQUIREMENTS. *** 2 weeks left until TED talks***
4. Your focus right now should be: 

• Finishing the last few things you need to do to complete your project. 
• Ensuring that you have your four static pages. 
• Working on your final TED-Style talk. 
• A YouTube and Google search can lead you to other samples of 20Time Project Talks/ TED-Talks. 

Finish the CLOSURE HERE

Note: Things are progressing quickly. Graduation is just around the corner (3 weeks and 1 day of school!) This is a big project and as stated in the beginning I AM GRADING you on the PROCESS not necessarily on the end product. Your TED-style presentation (which is your SENIOR ENGLISH FINAL EXAM) will need to be complete by MAY 16th!!You need to practice!!

  

Work Day 10 4/25/16

OBJECTIVE: 

Evaluate what you have learned through your interview and what is needed to complete your project.   

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. List all of the things you need to do for your project, and another list for your TED-style Talk.

Agenda 4/25/16

• Post blog #10 
•  Post your interview reflection. (See your packet for the requirements!) 
•  Review TED talks videos. Do a Youtube search. 

Your focus right now should be: 

• Finishing the last few things you need to do to complete your project. 
• Beginning to work on your final TED-Style talk. 

• A YouTube search can lead you to other samples of 20Time Project Talks. 

• Ensuring that you have your four static pages. 

1. You should have a project proposal/elevator talk page. 
2. You should have an interview page. 

You might consider pages for:

1. Background information on your project. 
2. Evidence of completion of your project. 
3. A final formal reflection. 
4. A Works Cited Page

Note: Things are progressing quickly. 3 WEEKS Left for this project. Graduation is just around the corner and responsibilities are going to start piling up. Please be sure to look back at your blog, and your packet, to determine your best plan of action! This is a big project and as stated in the beginning I AM GRADING you on the PROCESS not necessarily on the end product. Your TED-style presentation will need to be complete by MAY 16th!!You can do this!

Complete the closure below

Workday #9 4/18/16

OBJECTIVE: 

Evaluate TED talk format through other videos and continue to work on your #PVhasPassion Project

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. What is one thing you learned from your interview?

Agenda for Workday 9

1. Students will post blog #9

2. Post your interview and interview reflection. (See your packet for the requirements!)

3. Review TED-talk videos (See post for week of 4/11)

4. Complete the Pre-Assessment for the next unit CLICK HERE 

Note: Things are progressing quickly. Graduation is just around the corner and things are going to start piling on fast. Please be sure to look back at your blog, and your packet, to determine your best plan of action! This is a big project and as stated in the beginning I AM GRADING you on the PROCESS not necessarily on the end product. Your TED-style presentation will need to be complete by MAY 16th!!You can do this!

4 weeks left until TED talks 

4/11 Workday 8

Workday 8:

Objective: Work on your #PVhasPassion project.
Bellwork: Write down the objective. Of all the requirements for this project, what do you still need to do?


Note:
We have been working on this project for a few weeks now. Your TED-talk Presentations and Products are due in 5 weeks. So you are behind. Now is the time to pick yourself up and overcome those challenges. Demonstrate your 212 attitude and shine bright. Use this time in class to catch up, organize your next step, and/or get help/guidance from Mrs. Walker.

You need to believe, as I do, that YOU CAN DO THIS!!  

I believe in YOU! 

Agenda: 

• Post your weekly reflection. You should have 8 (which is 16 paragraphs and 8 pictures). Remember that these weekly reflections need to discuss any challenges you are having, problems, issues, thoughts, annoyances, etc. POST SOMETHING!! 
• Have Mrs. Walker evaluate your interview questions. I have pushed the due date for the actual interview to next week. Remember the interview should be done with the person you chose as your MENTOR! See your brainstorming worksheet in the packet. 
•    For the interview you need to have: 7-10 questions approved by ME the teacher, have a meeting with your expert and OBTAIN PERMISSION TO RECORD THE INTERVIEW, Post a 1-page reflection about the interview and what you learned. (This should be on its own separate blog page), and post the recording. 
• If you are having trouble posting your videos let me know. Also search the blogger help area for assistance in posting. 

http://quotesgram.com/overcoming-obstacles-quotes-by-women/#lZhuzpAHGB

4/4 Workday #7

Objective: Evaluate other TED talks and their format in order to begin to plan yours.

Bellwork:   Write down the objective. What do you need to do in order to complete your interview by 4/11

Workday # 7 Agenda for 4/4/16

A. Post blog REFLECTION #7 
B. Complete a pitch evaluation form ON your OWN pitch and 1 other student’s.
C.  Post your Interview questions for approval before interviewing mentor – Meet with MRs. Walker to make sure you have  
D. Review TED talks videos.

Review this website. TED talk Topics
Make sure you summarize at least 2 things from their talk.
Answer the following:
1. What was the end product?
2. What was goal of the project?
3. What did the speaker learn about their project?
4. Describe the format of the TED talk.
5. In what ways can you imitate this talk for your TED talk?

For more information visit these: 

Amy Tan

Secrets of a successful TED talk

Review the 7 steps

Complete a ticket to LEAVE:
TICKET TO LEAVE

3/28 Workday #6

OBJECTIVE:  Evaluate another student’s pitch in order to understand the idea of a proposal.  

BELL WORK: 

Write down the objective. What parts of the project did you work on over the break? What did you get done? What did you not get done? Why? 

AGENDA for 3/28/16

• 1.     complete a pitch evaluation form.
• 2. Post your WEEKLY REFLECTION #6 (Blog post!) 
• 3      Post your Interview questions for approval before interviewing mentor.

      NOTES/REMINDERS: 

       -- 7 weeks left until TED talks

             -- Make sure you are following the RULES/REQUIREMENTS of the Weekly Reflections

            

       CLOSURE: complete AND HIT submit

                

                 

3/14 Workday #5 First Midterm Blog Grade

OBJECTIVE:  Evaluate another student’s pitch in order to understand the idea of a proposal.  

BELL WORK: Write down the objective. What information about your project did you include in your pitch? 

Requirements/Agenda for today
Project Blog

• Today you should be posting your fifth reflection about how you project is progressing to your project blog.

• Your Project Proposal should be posted to a page on your blog.

• Your Elevator Pitch should be posted with your written proposal.

Project Packet

• Should be turned in for feedback on your proposals.

Just a couple of REMINDERS: 

1. your interview questions are due when we return from Spring Break. 

2. Spring Break is a GREAT TIME to work on this project. (When we return you have 7 workdays before your TED talk presentations!!! 

This is NOT supposed to  be easy, but YOU can do this!! It is supposed to be challenging! Life is all about the challenges and Graduation is around the corner.  Use your resources and Believe in yourself! I believe in YOU!! 

Lastly, complete your CLOSURE Below :

3/11/16 Workday #4

OBJECTIVE:  Create and post to your blog, post #4. 

BELL WORK:

Write down the objective. What 2 things have done with your project this week?  What are 2 concerns you have about this project?

Workday 4 Assignments

1. Blog Post #4.

2. Begin work on what is Due next week: 1^st blog grade (Midterm) is next week.

3. Use this week as a catch up day for your blog. 

  Items you should have completed (Before today): 

• Check in 1-- Your URL and Name should be on STUDENT BLOGS static page.  
• Blog posts (3), Blog POST Requirements: 
  
  • 2 substantial paragraph minimum
  • reflect on the progress being made toward your project's goal
  • reflect on how your selected book is guiding your learning
  • gather information from other print and electronic sources
  • cite all information (as well as images!)
• Brainstorm worksheet, 
• Blog Planning Sheet --with your blog set up WITH static pages. (One of the pages you should be adding to your blog is for your proposal (both the Written Proposal and Elevator Pitch). You will need to decide what the other three pages will be.)
• Written Proposal, 
• Video Pitch. 

4. Please hand your #PVhasPassion project packet in to the teacher for feedback on your proposal. Once your proposal is  "Accepted," you should begin significant work on your project. 

5. Lastly, please use your time wisely. If you need help check the help PAGE/TAB on Mrs. Walker's Blog or the packet and then come see me. 

CLOSURE: TICKET TO LEAVE: Compete the following 

February 29th, 2016 -- Happy LEAP DAY!!-- Work day #3

OBJECTIVE: 

Create a blog post and elevator pitch.  

BELL WORK:

Write down the objective. What 2 things did you work on this weekend with your project?  Who is the person you will interview and what information are you hoping they will provide?

Agenda

•      Blog post #3. -- Make sure you check the requirements for each Blog post!
•      Create and Post to your Blog ELEVATOR PITCH video!! Examples from Youtube
•               Complete your Blog design and 4 static pages (1 should have your proposal uploaded to it, 1 should be for your elevator pitch)
•               Post a question or concern about the project on Mrs. Walker's Blog on the comments/questions page  COMMENTS & Questions
•      NOTE:  Things that should have been completed: 
•     2 Blog posts (in addition to today's)  
•      The Brainstorming worksheet
•      The Blog planning worksheet. Your blog should be set up with your static pages. 
•      Completed Check In 1—your name should appear in the Student’s Blogs tab on Mrs. Walker’s Blog. From 2/15
•      Your written proposal complete and posted to your blog. 

Please remember this is supposed to be hard but it is not impossible!! You CAN do this!! I believe in YOU!!

Closure Ticket to leave completed. 

February 22-- Workday #2

2/22 Workday #2

OBJECTIVE:  Create a proposal and complete the implementation guide. .

BELL WORK: Write down the objective. What 2 things have you thought about your project this week?  What are 2 potential challenges you have completing your  project?

Your task list for today

• Complete Implementation Guide and turn in the packet to have it checked off.
• Post one Blog entry see the packet for requirements (Note: you should have at least 2 blog entries by now).
• Complete and link your written proposal to your blog (this is a good item for one of your static pages).
• Make sure you have chosen your book and expert.
• Check your status on the Student Blog page-- If you don't see your name, make sure you have completed last week's CHECK in form!!

Written proposal hints:

• Read the requirements in your packet.
• If you didn't download/copy it last week, here is a blank MLA document to get you started.
• It is strongly suggested that you create your document in Google Docs. (The document above can be copied to your workspace.)
• In Google Docs look for the blue "Share" button in the top left of the screen.
• Use that link to allow your blog visitors to view your proposal with a click!

Note that this project is not one that you will be able to complete solely during the time allotted during class. You will need to work outside of class.

Next week:

• Your Elevator Pitch will be due. You will be uploading it to your proposal page. A cell-phone video is just fine.

First Check IN. Work day 1

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First Check In 2/15

Objective: Evaluate your project idea and complete your first blog post about your project.

Bellwork: Write down the objective. What 2 things have you thought about your project this week?  What are 2 potential challenges you will have completing your project?

Today is your first full #PVhasPassion work day!

Your task list:

• Turn in your packet so your Brainstorm (p.4) may be checked.
• Submit your email and blog information to the teacher by answering the survey below. 
• Complete your first blog post introducing your project to your readers. See the Expectations sheet in your packet and the Holistic Grading sheet for blog post requirements.

For next week:

• Your Implementation Guide (p.6) will be due. Check it for other steps that are due that day.
• Your Written Proposal should be in MLA Format. Here is a document which is formatted correctly that you can make a copy of to save to your Google Drive or download (look under the File menu).
• Begin thinking of and creating your static blog pages.

Note that you may submit your email at the top right in order to "follow" this blog. When a new post is created, you will automatically receive an email. 

Lastly, this is supposed to be a challenge. But is not impossible!!! Please do not hesitate to ask me for help or clarification. I am here to help and guide you on this journey!!  :) 

Monday 2/8/16--Brainstorming and research

Your assignment today 2/9/16:

OBJECTIVE:  Evaluate your own interests in order to begin a #PVhasPassion project.

BELLWORK: Write down the objective. What are 2 things that concern you about this project?

(Don't forget to finish reading chapter 5 in 1984 by tomorrow morning!! If you were absent on Friday you need to come make up the essay and let me check your annotation notes and dystopian logs. thx)

TODAY's Task List: 

1. Visit Mrs. Walker's Blog. Watch some Youtube videos and look at some of the other ideas. Take notes on the videos you watch.
2. Complete the Brainstorming worksheet (pg. 4) in your packet.
3. Set up your Blog. Fill out your Blog Planning Sheet (pg. 5). And create a post about your brainstorming process and how you chose (will choose) your project. (See the packet for post guidelines.)
4. REQUIRED at the end of class:  Below this post, hit "Comment" and post a question or concern you have about this project.

If you already have a topic you need to complete your Implementation worksheet and a blog post.

NOTES:
You will need to have your topic chosen by Monday, Also due MONDAY the first blog post about your project and the brainstorm worksheets.

Lastly, please do not hesitate to ask me for help or clarification. I am here to help and guide you on this journey.

#PVhasPassion info

Post #1

Welcome to Mrs. Walker's official Class of 2016 #PVhasPassion information site.

To begin our project, you need to first determine what your passion is. What interests you? What are you curious about? What inspires you? You need to find a topic you are REALLY interested in. And your project needs to be something you make or create. Make you project memorable! Make your project matter!

Today (Monday) you need to complete the following:

• Ensure you have a "professional" email account.
• We suggest Gmail so you can link in a Blogger blog and use the Google Drive functions for uploading documents.
• We suggest using first initials and last names. (On this site, I will be creating links to your blogs which note your last name.)
• If you need to pick a number, don't pick your year of birth (it dates you) or a zip code (people don't need to know where you came from).
• If you need a copy of the #PVhasPassion handout, download it here.
• To get you started, peruse a few of these YouTube videos.
• Begin your brainstorming process.
• Create an introduction blog on Blogger with a link to this blog. Give Mrs. Walker your blog address. (You can email it to Melissa.walker@tusd1.org)

 You will have time to work on your brainstorming sheet today (Monday) and next Monday on your blog planning, and your implementation guide. You should also begin gathering ideas for your proposal.

Last thing: This is supposed to be a challenge, but do not give up! I am here if you need help, but you have to ask for help. I believe you can do this! I believe we can do this together and make the 2016 #PVhasPassion one to remember!!