Today we completed Round 2 of our group jigsaw from yesterday by discussing the essay "Why We Travel" as a group and filling out the remainder of your summary organizers. Afterwards, we had a brief discussion that covered the main points of the essay and discussed its relevance to themes and issues in The Beach. Next, we read the prologue and first chapter aloud in class and I showed you a brief video clip (from the film Full Metal Jacket) and some quotes from the Bible for some background information (these are referenced in the novel.) Please keep in mind that for now, the books need to remain in the room as a class set, so we will be doing most of our reading in class for the next week or so until we have enough copies for everyone. If you were absent, you will need to catch up on the reading during class next week and download a copy of the essay from Thursday's post (complete your organizer on your own.) Have a great weekend!!!
Friday, April 24, 2009
Juniors - Friday, April 24, 2009
Today we completed Round 2 of our group jigsaw from yesterday by discussing the essay "Why We Travel" as a group and filling out the remainder of your summary organizers. Afterwards, we had a brief discussion that covered the main points of the essay and discussed its relevance to themes and issues in The Beach. Next, we read the prologue and first chapter aloud in class and I showed you a brief video clip (from the film Full Metal Jacket) and some quotes from the Bible for some background information (these are referenced in the novel.) Please keep in mind that for now, the books need to remain in the room as a class set, so we will be doing most of our reading in class for the next week or so until we have enough copies for everyone. If you were absent, you will need to catch up on the reading during class next week and download a copy of the essay from Thursday's post (complete your organizer on your own.) Have a great weekend!!!
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