English+I+Lesson

toc = = = English I Lesson for Redesigned Schools 2.0 =

**Standard**
The learner will demonstrate understanding of various literary genres, concepts, elements, and terms. (NC SCOS English I, 5.01)

** Prior Web 2.0 Knowledge **

 * Use of Web Browsers
 * Use of emails (students must have email accounts, see Facilitator Resources Page)
 * Use of Penzu
 * Use of Wikis

**Length of lesson**

 * Four 55-65 minute classes

Learning Outcomes

 * The learner will recognize and analyze the characteristics of literary genres, including fiction (e.g., myths, legends, short stories, novels), nonfiction (e.g., essays, biographies, autobiographies, historical documents), poetry (e.g., epics, sonnets, lyric poetry, ballads) and drama (e.g., tragedy, comedy).
 * The learner will produce creative "GenreTalks" that demonstrate understanding of a specific genre and use appropriate literary terms associated with that genre.
 * The learner will present "GenreTalks" using Web 2.0 tools.
 * The learner will research the characteristics of various literary genre using web research strategies.


 * Students will work independently on Day 1 and collaboratively on Day 2 and 3 . Tables/desks should be arranged in collaborative circles or squares. Initially, students will need to be facing the "front" of the room for introduction and modeling.

=DAY 1= (Direct students to Classroom Wiki with pages "Genre Resources", "Genre Choices" and "GenreTalk Partners")

__ Lesson __
Begin a discussion about literary genre by activating students’ prior knowledge about “Types of Music ” **Tell students:** "Today you will research at least 10 genres and record your findings on your Penzu Pad and tomorrow you will work further with this information.
 * {scaffolding, writing to learn, questioning, classroom talk} **
 * Ask students:** "What is your favorite kind of music?" Share responses and make connections to literary genres.


 * Lesson Instructions **
 * You will search for genre information using Boolean Searching: Link Boolean Tutorial on Genre Resource page in wik**i.** (Review and discuss tutorial. Model some example search phrasing)
 * You will use the resources on the Genre Resource page in wiki Literary Genre

You will then write about **at least** seven of the genres you explored from the sources provided. Please review the rubric for this assignment before starting: Genre Summary Rubric
 * **On a [|Penzu] pad, list the genre at the top. Write your response in the form of a 3 or more sentence summary.**
 * **Be sure to include the main characteristics of the genre. In addition, include your personal thoughts about the genre including any books or authors mentioned that you would like to read. Consider the following questions to guide your responses:**
 * **How is fiction different than non-fiction?**
 * **How is fantasy and science fiction similar?**
 * **What is the function of the informational genre?**
 * **How is poetry different from other genres?**
 * **What part of historical fiction is real? How is this different from myths?**
 * **What genres/authors do you think you might be the most interested in reading? Why?**
 * **Also note why you think you would NOT like to read in a particular genre, if that is the case**


 * Email Penzu pad to your teacher

**HOMEWORK Day 1**
Reflect on your findings about literary genres. What genres seems most appealing? Not appealing? Support your thoughts with information about genre. Post your answers to question "Genres Day 1" located in the discussion tab of the class wiki. We will discuss your responses in class tomorrow.

=**Day 2**= (Direct students to Classroom Wiki with pages "Genre Resources", "Genre Choices" and "GenreTalk Partners" and perhaps bring up discussion question Homework responses)

Lesson
{collaborative group work, writing to learn, questioning, classroom talk}

Facilitate an oral review by encouraging students to review their previous genre summaries on their Penzu.

**Ask students:** "Please recall information you garnered about genres. So why do people read the genres they do and why there are so many different choices?"

**Tell students:** You are going to be working with a genre and author of your and partner's choice over the next week.


 * Lesson Instructions**
 * Using Internet provided resources, you  w ill make a list of 5 to 10 authors and titles that you'd like to read now that you have gathered information about different genres.
 * Keeping in mind your preferred genre, read over book recommendations and short overviews at the following sites :
 * []
 * []
 * []
 * Select at least 3 book titles that you are interested in reading:
 * Go to the class wiki and on the page entitled “Genre Choices”. List your book titles and authors, include genre type and reasons you are interested in reading the book. Please be sure to include your name.
 * On the wiki page find one classmate with a similar book choices and one with book choices very different from yours. Find out what interests they have that you may have also. Indicate how the books they provided would or would not interest you and why.


 * Find a partner and agree to read the same book:
 * Post partner names and book title on GenreTalk page in the class wiki.

Homework Day 2
Partners locate and begin reading book (allow one week to complete). Post URL near partner names of "GenreTalk Partners" page on the class wiki = = =Day 3= Plan to execute this day when most partners are or are almost finished reading their book. (Direct students to Classroom Wiki with pages "Genre Resources", "Genre Choices" and "GenreTalk Partners"**)**

Lesson

 * {scaffolding, writing to learn, questioning, classroom talk, collaborative group work} **

Lead a brief discussion on how book talks perhaps more than other method allows the reader to express enthusiasm for a genre and/or specific book. "Can anyone give an example of book talks they have experienced which appealed strongly enough to make them read a book ?"
 * Ask students:**
 * Tell students**: "Today, as most of you are finished reading and taking notes about your book and author, you will work with your partner in creating your GenreTalk using your choice of a WEB 2.0 tool."
 * **Partner Activity Instructions**
 * ** Make a reading and working plan with you partner **
 * Prepare a five to eight minute GenreTalk. Review the rubric before beginning: GenreTalk Rubric
 * Be sure to include a biographical sketch with interesting facts about your author; characteristics about the genre of the chosen book; a brief summary and book teaser for the book; additional books by the author; and a bibliography of the sources used.
 * **GenreTalk**
 * Prepare a five to eight minute GenreTalk using either GoogleDocs(Novice to Intermediate Techonology User) presentation or VoiceThread (Proficient Technology User). See Student Resources page for tutorials for these Web 2.0 tools.
 * Review the rubric before beginning: GenreTalk Rubric
 * Be sure to include a biographical sketch with interesting facts about your author; characteristics about the genre; a brief summary and book teaser for the book you have read; additional books by the author; and a bibliography of the sources use
 * Examples of book talks can be found at:
 * []
 * []
 * [|http://www.albany.edu/~dj2930/yabooktalking.html]

Homework Day 3
Finish collaborative work with partner on GenreTalk presentation (Googledocs or Voicethread). Post a //**working**// URL near your names on GenreTalk Partners page in the class wiki.

=Evaluation and Assessment= Peer Review using GenreTalk Rubric and provide feedback on class wiki. Allow for editing and then final rubric assessment by facilitator.