Thursday, November 21st

Lesson Objectives - Students will analyze the factors that influence decision-making skills.   The goal of this lesson is to enable students to identify the persuasive techniques used in advertising today.  Students will create and perform an example of one of these techniques.  They will then identify and critique the examples from the other groups. 
Homework - Watch a half-hour of television and complete #6-7 on page 108
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.8 Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient to support the claims.

Tuesday, November 19th

Lesson Objectives - Students will predict and examine the impact of media and advertising on consumer choices.  They will also survey each other in order to determine which products constitute the most advertising to people their age.
Homework - From a magazine or newspaper, bring in 3 examples of an advertisement.  Tomorrow's HW assignment involves watching television!
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.1d Acknowledge new information expressed by others and, when warranted, modify their own views.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.2 Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study.

Monday, November 18th

Lesson Objectives - Students will start Vocabulary Unit 5.  They will then reflect on Friday's simulation activity.  Finally, they will present their findings from their graphic organizer from last Thursday.
Homework - November's RRS is due Monday, 12/2.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.2a Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

Thursday, November 14th

Lesson Objectives - Students will participate in a simulation that depicts the economic decisions that consumers must make.  They will reflect upon their decision making experiences and communicate their findings in both the small group and large group settings.
Homework - Students will bring home the Student Detail Report for a parent/guardian signature.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.1b Follow rules for collegial discussions, track progress toward specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.1d Acknowledge new information expressed by others and, when warranted, modify their own views.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.2 Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Wednesday, November 13th

Lesson Objectives - Students will identify and discuss the factors that influence their choices.  They will then represent these influences via a graphic organizer.  They will then communicate the main ideas of their findings in an expository paragraph.  Students will present these to the rest of the class.
Homework - Vocabulary Unit 4 quiz corrections with parent signature is due tomorrow.
CCSS -

•  CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.2a Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.7.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Monday, November 12th

Lesson Objectives - Students will make corrections on their Vocabulary Unit 4 quiz.  They will then analyze a data chart and translate their conclusions in a Quick Write activity.  Students will then read an article related to the factors that influence consumer decisions.  Based on their own decisions, they will create an individualized data chart.
Homework - Vocabulary Unit 4 quiz corrections are due by this Thursday.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.2 Determine two or more central ideas in a text and analyze their development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.3 Analyze the interactions between individuals, events, and ideas in a text (e.g., how ideas influence individuals or events, or how individuals influence ideas or events)

Friday, November 8th

Lesson Objectives - After their Unit 4 Vocabulary quiz, students will analyze the relationship between people who sell products and those who purchase them.  Students will interpret data that explains what factors influence consumers to make decisions.
Homework - Students are to start reading their book for November's RRS.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.5 Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, including how the major sections contribute to the whole and to the development of the ideas.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.6 Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author distinguishes his or her position from that of others.

Thursday, November 7th

Lesson Objectives - Students will first complete their Embedded Assessment Reflection sheet.  They will then identify and discuss examples of choices and the factors that influence these decisions.
Homework - Students are to study for tomorrow's Unit 4 Vocabulary quiz.  Make sure all exercises are fully completed.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.5 Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, including how the major sections contribute to the whole and to the development of the ideas.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.7.6 Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author distinguishes his or her position from that of others.

Wednesday, November 6th

Lesson Objectives - After finishing Vocabulary Unit 4, students will preview the upcoming unit and determine the necessary skills for the successful completion of the Unit 2 Embedded Assessment #1.  Students will then have time to finish and discuss yesterday's handout related to "The Lorax."
Homework - Students can finish "The Lorax" handout.  Also, get Student Detail Report signed by a parent or guardian by Friday.
CCSS - 

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.7.3 Analyze how particular elements of a story or drama interact (e.g., how setting shapes the characters or plot).

Monday, November 4th

Lesson Objectives - After continuing with Vocabulary unit 4, students will finish presenting their Embedded Assessment #2: projects "Working with a partner, create an original myth that explains a natural phenomenon and also teaches a lesson or moral.  Include illustrations that complement the myth as it unfolds.  If we have time, students will begin to explore the next unit.
Homework - Blue Book check is tomorrow!  Tuesday is the final day to submit assignments for the first marking period.
CCSS -

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.2a Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.1a Introduce claim(s), acknowledge alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.7.1c Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), reasons, and evidence.