WEEK 8

Day 1 of 3

EQ: How do I write arguments to support claims?
1.Do Now: HW check and Outlining and Responsibilities-Who is responsible for which element of the argument: Hook, Claim, Support/Evidence - all members must contribute to this section, Counterclaim with concession and refutation, Conclusion
-Each person will be responsible for analyzing a different text to support the group's claim
2.Graphic Organizer page 83
3.Writing Workshop

4. Target Practice: skip 2 lines below your Do Now. Write the following statements and rank your level of engagement:
I am contributing to my group's collaborative EA2. 4/3/2/1

Day 2 of 3

1. Essential Question: How do I develop claims and counterclaims, supplying evidence from each to point out which is stronger?
1. Do Now: copy today's EQ and Activities into your planner
2. Journal #18 - writer's choice
3. Activities:
Google Drive - shared document, headings, and parenthetical documentation
Counterclaim key words
EA2 - Writing Workshop

4. Target Practice: skip 2 lines below your Do Now. Write the following statements and rank your level of engagement:
I am contributing to my group's collaborative EA2. 4/3/2/1

Day 3 of 3
Essential Questions: How do I develop and strengthen writing by editing and revising?
1. Do Now: copy today's EQ and Activities into your planner
2. Journal #19 - why do you think you have been asked to write this essay with a group of peers?
3. Activity:
Submitting your Google Drive Document online, Rubric Directions
EA2 - Editing and Revision Workshop
EA2 - Synthesis Essay DUE by 3:15 p.m.
4. Target Practice: skip 2 lines below your Do Now. Write the following statements and rank your understanding:
I am satisfied with my group's collaborative EA2. 4/3/2/1