Acuity, Day 2

1st - 4th hour classes will be taking the acuity test.

Objectives:

• Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
• Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
• Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.
• Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Essential Skill(s):

• Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
• Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

I Cans:

• I can demonstrate proper usage of the eight parts of speech in writing and speaking.
• I can use relevant descriptions, facts, and details with reasoning.
• I can use appropriate eye contact, volume and pronunciation.

Task List:

1. Students will complete a creative writing assignment (due Friday) in response to watching the movie Hunger Games.