Sunday, May 21, 2017
Friday, April 28, 2017
Thursday, March 30, 2017
AGENDA: THURSDAY 30 MARCH
Dear Students,
While I am out today, please complete the following tasks:
1. COMMENT BELOW
At the bottom of this post, respond to today's FREE WRITE prompt:
Okonkwo, in his own way, embodies both the weakest and strongest elements of his own culture. Explain how with an example from the story. In other words, look for ways Okonkwo demonstrates complexity and shows two sides of himself that are at war with one another. Answer in 5-10 complete, thoughtful sentences that includes at least one quoted piece of text evidence and commentary with your interpretation.
2. THINGS FALL APART BACKGROUND INFORMATION
After you have left a comment below with your answer to the prompt, go to THIS SITE and explore information about Chinua Achebe, Things Fall Apart, and the Igbo culture. Be aware that some info on the site might contain spoilers regarding the end of the novel. If you choose to watch the video, make sure you don't go too far!
3. ACTIVELY LEARN
When you have finished exploring the above site, spend the rest of the period reading Things Fall Apart and answering questions on Actively Learn.
I will see you all tomorrow!
Mr. Barker
P.S. Your quiz grades for Chapters 4-8 should have been sent to your school gmail. Check!
While I am out today, please complete the following tasks:
1. COMMENT BELOW
At the bottom of this post, respond to today's FREE WRITE prompt:
Okonkwo, in his own way, embodies both the weakest and strongest elements of his own culture. Explain how with an example from the story. In other words, look for ways Okonkwo demonstrates complexity and shows two sides of himself that are at war with one another. Answer in 5-10 complete, thoughtful sentences that includes at least one quoted piece of text evidence and commentary with your interpretation.
2. THINGS FALL APART BACKGROUND INFORMATION
After you have left a comment below with your answer to the prompt, go to THIS SITE and explore information about Chinua Achebe, Things Fall Apart, and the Igbo culture. Be aware that some info on the site might contain spoilers regarding the end of the novel. If you choose to watch the video, make sure you don't go too far!
3. ACTIVELY LEARN
When you have finished exploring the above site, spend the rest of the period reading Things Fall Apart and answering questions on Actively Learn.
I will see you all tomorrow!
Mr. Barker
P.S. Your quiz grades for Chapters 4-8 should have been sent to your school gmail. Check!
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Actively Learn
Feedback on using Actively Learn to read the novel.
Leave a comment with responses to the following three questions. Use complete, thoughtful sentences:
1. What is a positive/useful thing about using Actively Learn to read the novel (even if you don't like this method, what do you think might be helpful for some students?).
2. What is a negative/challenging aspect of using Actively Learn to read the novel?
3. What suggestions do you have for the developers of Actively Learn to make the software more useful/easy to use for students?
Leave a comment with responses to the following three questions. Use complete, thoughtful sentences:
1. What is a positive/useful thing about using Actively Learn to read the novel (even if you don't like this method, what do you think might be helpful for some students?).
2. What is a negative/challenging aspect of using Actively Learn to read the novel?
3. What suggestions do you have for the developers of Actively Learn to make the software more useful/easy to use for students?
Monday, March 27, 2017
Friday, March 17, 2017
CULTURAL RELATIVISM
For each question, respond with a 3-5 sentence response. Be thoughtful and specific. Use examples if you can. Use precise vocabulary.
1. Why do some cultures feel superior to others?
2. When does one culture have a right to intervene in another's affairs?
3. When does one culture not have a right to intervene?
LEAVE YOUR ANSWER IN A COMMENT BELOW.
1. Why do some cultures feel superior to others?
2. When does one culture have a right to intervene in another's affairs?
3. When does one culture not have a right to intervene?
LEAVE YOUR ANSWER IN A COMMENT BELOW.
Friday, March 10, 2017
Translations - Final Reflection
What is this play about on the surface?
What deeper themes are underneath? In other words, what important ideas are insights are conveyed? Why did Friel choose to convey them in this setting, do you think?
Is this play relevant to current events? How? Explain.
What deeper themes are underneath? In other words, what important ideas are insights are conveyed? Why did Friel choose to convey them in this setting, do you think?
Is this play relevant to current events? How? Explain.
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