Some Essential Questions

Aim: How do we analyze the essential questions of the Credo unit at this point in time?

Do Now: In a well-organized paragraph, explain the similarities and differences between values and beliefs.

Today we will explore the essential questions of the Credo unit in groups. There is a worksheet to complete.

Essential Questions

• What are the values and beliefs that guide me in my decision-making? 
• How do my values and beliefs distinguish me from others?
• How did certain people, ideas, events, and experiences shape my belief system?
• How is my belief system aligned with the belief system of my family, my school, and my community?

Don't forget to start bringing in your journals

If you have not yet opened an Engrade account, you should a.s.a.p. You can watch this tutorial to see how to do it after you get your access code from me. Alternatively, give me your email address and I will email you an invitation.

A reminder that you are responsible for grading your "Where I'm From" poem using the rubric that was given to you last week along with the assignment. If you lost this paper, you can get it either below or by clicking on the assignment on Engrade. You will not get credit for this project unless you evaluate your poem using the rubric. Be sure to include supporting comments to your score.

***Editing sheets must be turned in with the final draft in order to receive full credit for the "Where I'm From" project***

"Where I'm From" assignment

Rubric for Where I'm From poem.

Today's Agenda
I. Do Now
II. Mini lesson: Essential Questions
III. Group discussions/paragraphs
IV. Closing

What's due

• Editing sheets
• "Where I'm From" poem
• Where I'm From self-evaluation
• Engrade account and message
• Well-organized paragraph worksheets
• Essential questions worksheet

Always check Engrade for your up to the minute progress in this class.

Publishing Day for "Where I'm From" poems is Friday!!!!!
Final drafts of  poems are due. This is your first project of the semester so it will count as 33% of your grade so far in this class.