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Quick Write – 11/01 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) 1. Look over the example article with your group 2. Identify and Label EACH section title from your group’s Brainstorming paper, on the example article.

Quick Write – 11/04 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “You can always edit a bad page. You can’t edit a blank page”

Quick Write – 11/05 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “Write what should not be forgotten. ”

Peer Feedback Review On the back of your Peer Feedback: 1. What was something that your peers thought you did well? 2. What was one thing that your peers thought you could work on? 3. Did the majority of peers say that this could be published? 4. What is one thing you will need to correct/change before submitting a final draft?

Quick Write – 11/07 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) Why do you believe Podcasting has become so popular?

Have Podcasts Reached Their Peaked? Choose a podcast, and begin listening to ONE episode that you would like to review. Keep the focus question in mind, while listening and reviewing.

Notes to take while listening: ØNames of Podcasters (and guests, if applicable) ØEpisode number and Title ØSubject of the episode ØAny particular quotations that stick out to you, and could be used in a review ØAnything else that helps you to answer the questions, “Have podcasts reached their peak? ”

Brain Dump – 11/08 How Brain Dumps Work: Each Friday you will be given a vague writing prompt/question to respond to. Your job is to spend the entirety of that class period writing. Whatever comes to mind. Even if it’s messy. Some of the most beautiful things in life come from the biggest messes. Today’s Brain Dump: Use today as a brainstorm (it will become relevant in later weeks, I promise): Come up with a list of all the things you believe in. They can be as abstract or concrete as you would like. Try to have a nice balance of both. Ex: I believe in espresso, I believe in poetry, I believe in Harry Potter marathons

Quick Write – 11/12 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) What are your overall thoughts on the podcast you listed to last week? Is this something you would continue listening to?

Quick Write – 11/13 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) Go back to your last brain dump, listing things you believe in. Choose ONE, and explain why you believe in it.

Quick Write – 11/15 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) What are your goals with writing? Is this something you do for fun, or something you see yourself using in a career? Explain.

Writer’s Portfolio Due: December 13 th 1. Cover Page 2. Table of Contents 3. A Personal Statement – What kind of writer are you or What inspired you to begin writing 4. One Piece of Work from the following categories: should be typed and edited to a final draft 1. Quick Write (w/ prompt; minimum 5 sentences) 2. Brain Dump (w/ prompt; minimum 1 page) 3. 500 -1000 word Narrative (from Quarter 1) 4. One Analysis Article 5. ‘This I Believe’

Quick Write – 11/18 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) 1. You were each given 4 sticky notes. Write ONE “I believe” statement on EACH, and come place them on the white board. 2. After you have had a chance to read those on the board, choose ONE that stuck out to you (not your own), and respond to it in your notebook.

“This I Believe” Assignment: Think about something that you truly believe with all of your heart. This could be anything that you have learned through your experiences, growth or struggles about life, yourself, or all humanity. Write YOUR HEART OUT about something YOU BELIEVE. Required: �Think of your belief… �Write about it and develop a brief, personal essay (or reflection on life) �Explain your belief �Relate your belief to life, examples (personal or ones you have observed) �Minimum of 500 words for your response Past examples: I believe in kindness. I believe in laughter. I believe in always trusting your gut.

“This I Believe” Peer Review Evaluate a Peer’s “I Believe” Essay for the following: �Do they have a clearly stated “I believe” statement? �Do they explain their belief through the use of a personal story? �Do you feel that you have somewhat of an understanding of the writer, based on this essay? �What is one thing you especially liked about their writing? �What is one thing you believe they could improve in their writing?

Quick Write – 12/02 How Quick Writes Work: Copy the quote down at the top of the page. Then, respond with your thoughts on the quote. Your response can be whatever comes to mind. Just write. Responses should be roughly 5 -6 sentences (it’s okay if you choose to write more) “You need a certain amount of nerve to be a writer” - Margaret Atwood