1. Daily assignments for advanced seminar course

2. WEEK 1 AUGUST 7TH-10TH

3. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Welcome!
Today we will:
Receive Syllabus
Review Syllabus
Discuss any questions regarding the course
Begin brainstorming on the culminating, end of year work.
Receive Weekly outline handout.

4. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: By the end of the year, my final work would include….
Today we will-
Discuss the choice of a craft book.
Receive Dialectical Journal Guidelines.
Discuss Personal goal Project.

5. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Who influences you the most within your writing focus? What is your biggest distraction?
Today we will-
Begin using this day to start work on your goals for the year. Research what you need for your last project, and how you plan to get to your goal.

6. WEEK 2 AUGUST 13TH-17TH

7. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What seems to get in your way the most from accomplishing your goals?
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Work on presentation.
Research
Set Semester Due Dates

8. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: LAB DAY
Today we will-
Receive Student-Led workshop Information.
Work on presentation.
Research
Set Semester Due Dates
Decide on the type of presentation (prezi, powerpoint, etc.)

9. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: LAB DAY
Today we will-
Work on presentation.
Research
Set Semester Due Dates
Decide on the type of presentation (prezi, powerpoint, etc.)

10. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Turn in your weekly schedule. How did you do? What did you accomplish? What kept you from hitting your goals? How can you fix these distractions/
Today we will-
Work on presentation.
Research
Set Semester Due Dates
Decide on the type of presentation (prezi, powerpoint, etc.)

11. WEEK 3 AUGUST 20TH-24TH

12. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What seems to get in your way the most from accomplishing your goals?
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Last Lab on presentation.
I suggest you check the technology for your presentation.

13. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective so that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informal tasks.
NO JOURNAL
PRESENTATIONS!
MAKE SURE TO BE READING YOUR CRAFT BOOKS.

14. WEEK 4 AUGUST 27TH-30TH

15. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Use the first minutes of class to look up competitions for your craft. List them.
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Work on the Dialectical Journal Entries due tomorrow!

16. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Choose five quotes to discuss from your Craft book to discuss.
Today we will-
Have a full class discussion on the craft books you are reading and what you are learning.
EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO SHARE.

17. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What are you biggest accomplishments as a writer?
Today we will-
Receive Professional Writing Resume.
Work on Resume in Class and as homework.
Next class is first Friday Student-Led Workshop

18. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

19. WEEK 5 SEPTEMBER 4TH-7TH

20. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What exercises seem to be helping your craft the most/
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Work on the Dialectical Journal Entries due tomorrow!

21. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Choose five quotes to discuss from your Craft book to discuss.
Today we will-
Have a full class discussion on the craft books you are reading and what you are learning.
EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO SHARE.

22. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What competition do you feel the most beneficial to you growth as a writer?
Today we will-
Discuss upcoming competitions
Decide on an activity from the Craft book to attempt. Discuss with class. Begin work.
Next class is Friday Student-Led Workshop

23. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

24. WEEK 6 SEPTEMBER 10TH- 14TH

25. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Free write
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Work on the Dialectical Journal Entries due tomorrow!

26. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Choose five quotes to discuss from your Craft book to discuss.
Today we will-
Have a full class discussion on the craft books you are reading and what you are learning.
EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO SHARE.

27. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What are your weaknesses as a writer?
Today we will-
Share our individual works for the class, receiving warm and cool feedback.
Next class is Friday Student-Led Workshop

28. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

29. WEEK 7 SEPTEMBER 17TH- 21ST

30. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Use the first minutes of class to look up competitions for your craft. List them.
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Work on the Dialectical Journal Entries due tomorrow!

31. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Choose five quotes to discuss from your Craft book to discuss.
Today we will-
Second example of works shared. Cool and warm feedback will be given.
EVERYONE IS EXPECTED TO SHARE.

32. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: What are your strengths as a writer?
Today we will-
Share our works and receive feedback, both cool and warm.
Next class is Friday Student-Led Workshop

33. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

34. WEEK 8 SEPTEMBER 24TH-28TH

35. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Choose five influential writers that you respect. Why?
Today we will-
Fill out the Weekly Schedule to plan for your assignments. You will do this for the entire week. It is due on Friday!
Receive information on Biography Study and Presentation.

36. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Free write
Today we will-
Lab work for Biography.

37. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Journal: Free write
Today we will-
Lab work for Biography.

38. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

39. Explore the intricate aspects that define the literary genre
Student-Led Workshop

40. WEEK 9 OCTOBER 1ST- 5TH

41. Demonstrate appropriate language usage skills and research techniques
JOURNAL: COMPLETE WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Today:
Plan out the week.
Receive Information on Biography Essay and Presentation.

42. Demonstrate appropriate language usage skills and research techniques
JOURNAL: What drew you to this person?
Today:
Work on Biography Essay and Presentation.

43. Demonstrate appropriate language usage skills and research techniques
JOURNAL: What are you learning about your person that surprised you?
Today:
Work on Biography Essay and Presentation.
DUE FRIDAY!!!

44. Demonstrate appropriate language usage skills and research techniques
JOURNAL: COMPLETE WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Today:
Biography Essay Due.
Work on presentation

45. WEEK 10 OCTOBER 8TH-11TH

46. Demonstrate appropriate language usage skills and research techniques
NO JOURNALS
BIOGRAPHY PRESENTATIONS