Monday, May 14, 2012
Brit Lit:
We read the opening to Jane Eyre in your Anthologies.
We covered: 1st Person, Victorian Novel.
Journla Prompt #20: Please continue writing the next two pages of the story. You must write in first person, duplicate her style, and include 3 characteristics found in Victorian writing.
We covered: 1st Person, Victorian Novel.
Journla Prompt #20: Please continue writing the next two pages of the story. You must write in first person, duplicate her style, and include 3 characteristics found in Victorian writing.
Shakespeare:
Today:
We reviewed the end of Othello.
We finished the movie version of Othello.
HW: There will be a test on Othello this Thursday
We reviewed the end of Othello.
We finished the movie version of Othello.
HW: There will be a test on Othello this Thursday
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
Journal Prompt #18: Please read the copy of this mornings Wall Street journal that I gave you in class. Please read at least 3 stories that you find interesting, and write YOUR opinion on the articles (1/2 page for each)
C: Block: We read: A Touch of Autumn in the Air, on pg 1240.
D Block: I told you my ghost story from when I was teaching in Ireland.
I collected your short story assignment. If you did not pass this in, please make sure that it is done for Friday. A reminder: you loose 10 points for each day late.
Journal Prompt #18: Please read the copy of this mornings Wall Street journal that I gave you in class. Please read at least 3 stories that you find interesting, and write YOUR opinion on the articles (1/2 page for each)
C: Block: We read: A Touch of Autumn in the Air, on pg 1240.
D Block: I told you my ghost story from when I was teaching in Ireland.
I collected your short story assignment. If you did not pass this in, please make sure that it is done for Friday. A reminder: you loose 10 points for each day late.
Shakespeare:
Today:
We took a quiz on Act 4.
We finally completed the Shakespeare Remixed assignment.
HW: Please read act 5 and have the play completed for Friday.
We took a quiz on Act 4.
We finally completed the Shakespeare Remixed assignment.
HW: Please read act 5 and have the play completed for Friday.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today: Journal Prompt #18: Smell can be our strongest memory. Please recall a childhood memory, and describe it in detail using your memory of smell.
We read the short story: A Touch of Autumn in the Air.
Short story assignment is due Thursday.
We read the short story: A Touch of Autumn in the Air.
Short story assignment is due Thursday.
Shakespeare
Today:
A former colleague of mine, Mr Patenaude, ran a lecture on what we know about Shakespeare. I hope that it was a good break from Othello. I appreciated your attention and respect in class today.
HW: Please make sure that you have read Act 4 in Othello. Quiz on Thursday.
A former colleague of mine, Mr Patenaude, ran a lecture on what we know about Shakespeare. I hope that it was a good break from Othello. I appreciated your attention and respect in class today.
HW: Please make sure that you have read Act 4 in Othello. Quiz on Thursday.
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Brit Lit:
Short Story
On May 10th, your final copy of your short story is due. To assist me in grading you based on the given requirements, I am also requiring you to color code you use of the following:
Dialogue: You must tell your story using quotations and conversation between your characters.
Tone: Please highlight a sentence that defines the tone of your story. (see The Lagoon.)
Symbolism: Highlight an object that you are using as a symbol in your story. (see Araby.)
Stream of Conscious: Highlight a section that reveals stream of conscious writing a part of your story. This is typically achieved in the narration. (See Virginia Woolf.)
One object used from the class list.
One character needs to have an epiphany.
For each term, please highlight the word or sentence that is a corresponding example. Then on the last page, please list what each color represents.
Please staple together: Final color coded copy on top, 1st draft, outline.
You also must pass in a clean “extra” copy. This will be included in a bound collection of all of your stories.
On May 10th, your final copy of your short story is due. To assist me in grading you based on the given requirements, I am also requiring you to color code you use of the following:
Dialogue: You must tell your story using quotations and conversation between your characters.
Tone: Please highlight a sentence that defines the tone of your story. (see The Lagoon.)
Symbolism: Highlight an object that you are using as a symbol in your story. (see Araby.)
Stream of Conscious: Highlight a section that reveals stream of conscious writing a part of your story. This is typically achieved in the narration. (See Virginia Woolf.)
One object used from the class list.
One character needs to have an epiphany.
For each term, please highlight the word or sentence that is a corresponding example. Then on the last page, please list what each color represents.
Please staple together: Final color coded copy on top, 1st draft, outline.
You also must pass in a clean “extra” copy. This will be included in a bound collection of all of your stories.
Brit Lit
Today:
We had our last day in the computer lab to write your first drafts. Your final copy is due Thursday. Please make sure that you color code your required literary devices. I passed out a sheet detailing this today in class. Please see me if you need a copy.
We had our last day in the computer lab to write your first drafts. Your final copy is due Thursday. Please make sure that you color code your required literary devices. I passed out a sheet detailing this today in class. Please see me if you need a copy.
Shakespeare
Today in class: We did not have class due to the scheduled pre-prom assembly.
HW: Please have act 4 in Othello read for Wed.
HW: Please have act 4 in Othello read for Wed.
Monday, May 7, 2012
Word of the week:
Recreant: (REK-ree-uhnt) adj. or noun. Unfaithful, disloyal, traitorous, cowardly. Iago.
Think:
Leonardo da Vinci could write with one hand and draw with the other at the same time. Try it...
Shakespeare
Today:
William Shakespeare: The ReMiX
Directions: Throughout the course, you have met some very powerful, yet diverse characters. Most would agree that the development of these complex parts is one of the most lasting elements of his play construction. As we discussed in class, Hamlet can be performed in at least 5 different ways.
1.) I would like you to step back and identify 5 of your favorite characters. In a 2-3 page script, I would like to have you work them into an original scene. The focus should be on showing each part.
2.) Start with listing all 5 parts, with a brief description of each to someone not familiar with any of the plays
3.) Next, identify a setting and scene. Please begin your play with a brief description of where the play takes place.
4.) Decide as a group the main conflict that they are facing and how it will be resolved. You are required to make these a tragedy, following the notes that I gave you on how this was crafted by Shakespeare. Your final moment of suspense needs to be clear and well defined.
5.) Last, we will make copies and perform these in class. You will have all of this block, and 15 minutes Tuesday to construct and rehearse.
Please select from the following plays: Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Nights Dream, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, and Othello.
Some suggestions: talk show, game show, reality TV show, documentary based.
William Shakespeare: The ReMiX
Directions: Throughout the course, you have met some very powerful, yet diverse characters. Most would agree that the development of these complex parts is one of the most lasting elements of his play construction. As we discussed in class, Hamlet can be performed in at least 5 different ways.
1.) I would like you to step back and identify 5 of your favorite characters. In a 2-3 page script, I would like to have you work them into an original scene. The focus should be on showing each part.
2.) Start with listing all 5 parts, with a brief description of each to someone not familiar with any of the plays
3.) Next, identify a setting and scene. Please begin your play with a brief description of where the play takes place.
4.) Decide as a group the main conflict that they are facing and how it will be resolved. You are required to make these a tragedy, following the notes that I gave you on how this was crafted by Shakespeare. Your final moment of suspense needs to be clear and well defined.
5.) Last, we will make copies and perform these in class. You will have all of this block, and 15 minutes Tuesday to construct and rehearse.
Please select from the following plays: Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Nights Dream, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, and Othello.
Some suggestions: talk show, game show, reality TV show, documentary based.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We went to the computer lab and began work on the first draft of your short story assignment. You will have three class periods to complete- so continue to use your time wisely.
We went to the computer lab and began work on the first draft of your short story assignment. You will have three class periods to complete- so continue to use your time wisely.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Brit Lit:
Journal Prompt #15: Tell the funniest story that you have ever heard. This can be a story involving you, or someone that you know. 1 page.
I assigned the short story assignment:
Description: As a culminating activity for our short story unit, you will be responsible for creating your own original work of fiction. After reading and analyzing several short stories you will use the known short story conventions and literary elements covered within the unit to create your own short story. You will be responsible for choosing a theme, creating events and conflicts, determining your story’s point of view, and presenting unique characters in your short story.
Your short story must include the following:
• A creative title in quotes.
• A main character who takes part in the action (character)
• Details that describe a particular time and place (setting)
• A conflict or problem, to be introduced, developed, and resolved.
• A central theme or generalization that applies to life outside of the story.
• Inclusion of: One “object” from the class list, Dialogue within your story, stream of conscious writing, a specific and identifiable tone, an epiphany, characterization, and symbolism.
• Stories must be a minimum of three pages typed.
The final draft of your story is due (revised, proofread, and typed) May 10th. On this date you must bring the following:
• Two Copies of your typed Final Draft (one to be written on/graded, one to be compiled in a short story collection)
• All brainstorming, rough drafts, and revisions (as completed in class).
I assigned the short story assignment:
Description: As a culminating activity for our short story unit, you will be responsible for creating your own original work of fiction. After reading and analyzing several short stories you will use the known short story conventions and literary elements covered within the unit to create your own short story. You will be responsible for choosing a theme, creating events and conflicts, determining your story’s point of view, and presenting unique characters in your short story.
Your short story must include the following:
• A creative title in quotes.
• A main character who takes part in the action (character)
• Details that describe a particular time and place (setting)
• A conflict or problem, to be introduced, developed, and resolved.
• A central theme or generalization that applies to life outside of the story.
• Inclusion of: One “object” from the class list, Dialogue within your story, stream of conscious writing, a specific and identifiable tone, an epiphany, characterization, and symbolism.
• Stories must be a minimum of three pages typed.
The final draft of your story is due (revised, proofread, and typed) May 10th. On this date you must bring the following:
• Two Copies of your typed Final Draft (one to be written on/graded, one to be compiled in a short story collection)
• All brainstorming, rough drafts, and revisions (as completed in class).
Shakespeare
Today:
Journal Prompt: Write a two page diary from Iago's perspective. Please include all of the events in Act 1+2.
We talked about different forms of comedy. We watched the" who's on first" skit to show examples of puns, timing, and physical comedy. I broke you into groups of 4 to try and figure out a way to make act 3, sc 1 funny.
We performed these. Only one group went for the obvious wind instrument reference. You are all way more mature than your teacher.
HW: Please read Act 3. On Friday, we will be reviewing the play so far and watching a new version of the story.
Journal Prompt: Write a two page diary from Iago's perspective. Please include all of the events in Act 1+2.
We talked about different forms of comedy. We watched the" who's on first" skit to show examples of puns, timing, and physical comedy. I broke you into groups of 4 to try and figure out a way to make act 3, sc 1 funny.
We performed these. Only one group went for the obvious wind instrument reference. You are all way more mature than your teacher.
HW: Please read Act 3. On Friday, we will be reviewing the play so far and watching a new version of the story.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We defined tone.
We read Shooting an Elephant on pg 1034.
We worked on the outline for your short story assignment.
We defined tone.
We read Shooting an Elephant on pg 1034.
We worked on the outline for your short story assignment.
Shakespeare:
Today:
We reviewed Act 1, and then took a quiz.
How is Othello negativly decribed in act 1? I broke you into groups of 2 and had you list 15 negatives ways used to describe him.
I broke you into slightly larger groups and asked you to improv one of the quotes on pg. 46. question #3
If there was time, we started act 2.
HW: Please read Act 2. Expect a quiz.
Bring home all props and costumes that are still in my classroom please.
We reviewed Act 1, and then took a quiz.
How is Othello negativly decribed in act 1? I broke you into groups of 2 and had you list 15 negatives ways used to describe him.
I broke you into slightly larger groups and asked you to improv one of the quotes on pg. 46. question #3
If there was time, we started act 2.
HW: Please read Act 2. Expect a quiz.
Bring home all props and costumes that are still in my classroom please.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We started listing 10 objects from your bedroom. 3-5 sentences for each object, using extreme description.
We talked about character development. What type of character do you want in the story that you will write?
We read Araby, by one of the greats, James Joyce. We also defined symbolism and discussed how and why they are used in stories.
I broke you into groups, and asked for you to list three examples of how light and darkness are used in the short story Araby.
We started listing 10 objects from your bedroom. 3-5 sentences for each object, using extreme description.
We talked about character development. What type of character do you want in the story that you will write?
We read Araby, by one of the greats, James Joyce. We also defined symbolism and discussed how and why they are used in stories.
I broke you into groups, and asked for you to list three examples of how light and darkness are used in the short story Araby.
World of Skakespeare
Today:
We finished watching the last project.
Completed Director evaluations
Looked at all of the negative words that are used to describe Othello.
Read/acted Act 1.
HW: Please finish act 1 for HW. There will be a quiz Tuesday.
We finished watching the last project.
Completed Director evaluations
Looked at all of the negative words that are used to describe Othello.
Read/acted Act 1.
HW: Please finish act 1 for HW. There will be a quiz Tuesday.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Brit Lit:
We continued our 10 day short story unit. Today, we looked at a new form of writing that emerged in the early 1920's: stream of consciousness. Here, the writer writes freely from within the random thoughts of the character telling the story. This can be a difficult way to interpret a story, but it can also be very interesting way to connect to a character.
We did a short one page stream of conscious writing assignment. Basically, I had you write your random thought in your head in a one page narrative piece of writing.
We then read The Lady in the Looking Glass by Virginia Woolf. We examined the stream of conscious form of writing and debated whether it helps you to connect to the character.
HW: Please describe in detail 10 objects in your room. Each object should be desribed in 3-5 sentences using as much detail as possible. This list will be the basis of a character development activity that we will be working on at the start of next week.
We did a short one page stream of conscious writing assignment. Basically, I had you write your random thought in your head in a one page narrative piece of writing.
HW: Please describe in detail 10 objects in your room. Each object should be desribed in 3-5 sentences using as much detail as possible. This list will be the basis of a character development activity that we will be working on at the start of next week.
Othello Cartoon.
http://www.cambio.com/2011/10/03/othello/
Not a big fan of Cliff Notes, but here is a short flash animated cartoon that does a good job giving you a general overview of the play. Major spoiler at the end, so you may not wish to view until we are closer to the end.
Not a big fan of Cliff Notes, but here is a short flash animated cartoon that does a good job giving you a general overview of the play. Major spoiler at the end, so you may not wish to view until we are closer to the end.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
After 2 weeks of hard work, we premiered your film version for Much Ado About Nothing.
We began Othello, Act 1.
I will try and post examples of your projects over the weekend on the blog.
After 2 weeks of hard work, we premiered your film version for Much Ado About Nothing.
We began Othello, Act 1.
I will try and post examples of your projects over the weekend on the blog.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We completed journal prompt #12: Describe an object that you find of interest in my classroom using 25 adjectives. Do not list what the object is. 1 page.
We exchanged these and tried to guess what people wrote about. 20 points on the quiz today if you could guess correctly. Thanks for the lifted journal prompt Ms. Willard....
We looked at the basics needed for a short story: Setting, character development, time, conflict, resolution. We completed writing a short story based on randomly assigned parts in class:
Character (pick 2)
a new mother
a photographer
a recent high school graduate
a restaurant owner or manager
an alien from outer space
a homeless child
a 93-year-old woman
an environmentalist
a college student
a jazz musician
Setting (pick 1)
near a National Forest
a wedding reception
a celebration party
an expensive restaurant
a shopping mall
a city park
the porch of an old farmhouse
a polluted stream
a college library
a concert hall
Time (pick 1)
during a forest fire
after a fight
the night of high school graduation
after a big meal
sometime in December
late at night
after a big thunderstorm has passed
in early spring
first week of the school year
during a concert
Situation/Challenge (pick 2)
an important decision needs to be made
a secret needs to be confessed to someone else
someone's pride has been injured
a death has occurred
someone has found or lost something
someone has accused someone else of doing something wrong
reminiscing on how things have changed
someone feels like giving up
something embarrassing has just happened
someone has just reached an important goal
.
I collected your HW from last night: Pg. 971, questions 1-4. This counts as a quiz- so please make sure that you complete it and pass in.
We completed journal prompt #12: Describe an object that you find of interest in my classroom using 25 adjectives. Do not list what the object is. 1 page.
We exchanged these and tried to guess what people wrote about. 20 points on the quiz today if you could guess correctly. Thanks for the lifted journal prompt Ms. Willard....
We looked at the basics needed for a short story: Setting, character development, time, conflict, resolution. We completed writing a short story based on randomly assigned parts in class:
Character (pick 2)
a new mother
a photographer
a recent high school graduate
a restaurant owner or manager
an alien from outer space
a homeless child
a 93-year-old woman
an environmentalist
a college student
a jazz musician
Setting (pick 1)
near a National Forest
a wedding reception
a celebration party
an expensive restaurant
a shopping mall
a city park
the porch of an old farmhouse
a polluted stream
a college library
a concert hall
Time (pick 1)
during a forest fire
after a fight
the night of high school graduation
after a big meal
sometime in December
late at night
after a big thunderstorm has passed
in early spring
first week of the school year
during a concert
Situation/Challenge (pick 2)
an important decision needs to be made
a secret needs to be confessed to someone else
someone's pride has been injured
a death has occurred
someone has found or lost something
someone has accused someone else of doing something wrong
reminiscing on how things have changed
someone feels like giving up
something embarrassing has just happened
someone has just reached an important goal
.
I collected your HW from last night: Pg. 971, questions 1-4. This counts as a quiz- so please make sure that you complete it and pass in.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We were down to a junior skeleton crew of 15, from a class of 30.
I introduced Othello.
I shared my family pictures from Venice this summer to show you what modern Venice is like.
We went over the character list, and I explained the general relationships within the play.
Journal Prompt #11:
I asked you to write on the following three prompts: (one page total)
Describe your connection to jealousy.
Do you think that people of different race and religion should be married? Why or why not?
Describe a situation when someone was "two faced" around you. Please do not give any real names.
I let Parkman's group work on their video project.
HW: Please make sure you project is complete and ready to watch on Friday. A complete assignment needs: Script, storyboard, prompt notes/stage direction, final movie. Please answer the journal prompts at home if you are a senior and were at the credit assembly. These will be due with the next round of prompts (11-20)
We were down to a junior skeleton crew of 15, from a class of 30.
I introduced Othello.
I shared my family pictures from Venice this summer to show you what modern Venice is like.
We went over the character list, and I explained the general relationships within the play.
Journal Prompt #11:
I asked you to write on the following three prompts: (one page total)
Describe your connection to jealousy.
Do you think that people of different race and religion should be married? Why or why not?
Describe a situation when someone was "two faced" around you. Please do not give any real names.
I let Parkman's group work on their video project.
HW: Please make sure you project is complete and ready to watch on Friday. A complete assignment needs: Script, storyboard, prompt notes/stage direction, final movie. Please answer the journal prompts at home if you are a senior and were at the credit assembly. These will be due with the next round of prompts (11-20)
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
I am about 1/2 way through your Macbeth exams. I will work to get these back to you by the end of the week.
Journal Prompt: Try to recall a situation when a friend took you into their confidence and shared a serious problem with you. Were you sympathetic? Please write in 1st person. 1page
We looked at the different types of narration in stories: 1st, 2nd and 3rd person. We read a short story that includes a mix of 1st and 3rd: The Lagoon Pg. 961
We talked about Modernism, Joesph Conrad, and short stories as an art form.
I will be after school today for anyone that did not take the Macbeth exam. Please make a point of scheduling a make-up time with me.
I am about 1/2 way through your Macbeth exams. I will work to get these back to you by the end of the week.
Journal Prompt: Try to recall a situation when a friend took you into their confidence and shared a serious problem with you. Were you sympathetic? Please write in 1st person. 1page
We looked at the different types of narration in stories: 1st, 2nd and 3rd person. We read a short story that includes a mix of 1st and 3rd: The Lagoon Pg. 961
We talked about Modernism, Joesph Conrad, and short stories as an art form.
I will be after school today for anyone that did not take the Macbeth exam. Please make a point of scheduling a make-up time with me.
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
World of Shakespeare
Today, we continued work on your Much Ado About a Film Project. Today I asked you to work on the following:
Edits
Last minute scene filming
Musical Score
Credits.
Please continue to work towards the due date on This Wed.
I can't wait to see these on the big screen!
Edits
Last minute scene filming
Musical Score
Credits.
Please continue to work towards the due date on This Wed.
I can't wait to see these on the big screen!
Brit Lit:
Today, we took the exam on Macbeth. Please see me asap if you were not in school to schedule a time to make this up. I am after school this Wednesday.
Shakespeare Course Video
New course video is available for Shakespeare, featuring many familiar faces. You can view it here:
http://tantasquavideo.weebly.com/world-of-shakespeare-2-videos.html
Thanks to all those in media that worked to put this together...nice job!
http://tantasquavideo.weebly.com/world-of-shakespeare-2-videos.html
Thanks to all those in media that worked to put this together...nice job!
Monday, April 23, 2012
Word of the Week:
McJob: (mehk-JOB) Noun. A low paying, non-challenging job with few benefits or oppertunities, typically in the service sector.
Friday, April 13, 2012
FLM #4
There is a new episode of the Tantasqua made web series, Feels Like Monday. You can view it at: http://feelslikemonday.com
Brit Lit:
I gave each group time to look at their footage on the mac and more time to film anything was needed.
We concluded Macbeth and completed our notes on the play.
A reminder: you can use all notes on the test. We will be taking the test after break.
See you after vacation....
We concluded Macbeth and completed our notes on the play.
A reminder: you can use all notes on the test. We will be taking the test after break.
See you after vacation....
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We talked about: Pick-up shots, establishing shots, and the due date. The projects are due Wed. following vacation.
Some groups began to edit, while some went out and filmed more of their movie.
I am so excited to watch what you came up with.
After vacation: Othello.
We talked about: Pick-up shots, establishing shots, and the due date. The projects are due Wed. following vacation.
Some groups began to edit, while some went out and filmed more of their movie.
I am so excited to watch what you came up with.
After vacation: Othello.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
Block C: We finished act 5 in class.
The last 45 minutes were given to you to complete the filming portion of the project. These are due at the end of class Friday.
Block D: We finished the Polanski version of Macbeth. I gave you the remaining time to complete work on your project.
Block C: We finished act 5 in class.
The last 45 minutes were given to you to complete the filming portion of the project. These are due at the end of class Friday.
Block D: We finished the Polanski version of Macbeth. I gave you the remaining time to complete work on your project.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We completed day 2 of our filming. We will attempt to wrap this up on Friday. All projects are now due at the begining of class the Wed. after break.
We completed day 2 of our filming. We will attempt to wrap this up on Friday. All projects are now due at the begining of class the Wed. after break.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
All scripts, storyboards and blocking was due.
We used class today to film your Much Ado About Nothing Projects.
These will be due the Tuesday after break.
All scripts, storyboards and blocking was due.
We used class today to film your Much Ado About Nothing Projects.
These will be due the Tuesday after break.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Brit Lit
Today:
C Block: We started class with a quick quiz on Act 4-start of 5. I also passed back your journal prompts #1-10.
We broke into your movie project groups and did a dry read-thru.
Groups that were ready began to film their scenes.
These are still due this Friday.
D Block: We started with journal #11: Think of a situation when you were backed into a corner and had nothing to lose. Describe the situation and explain what you did. 1 page.
We talked about this is exactly where Macbeth is in Act 5, sc3.
We completed a worksheet on equivocation and paradox examples in the play. You had 9 examples to define. Please see me if you were absent.
C Block: We started class with a quick quiz on Act 4-start of 5. I also passed back your journal prompts #1-10.
We broke into your movie project groups and did a dry read-thru.
Groups that were ready began to film their scenes.
These are still due this Friday.
D Block: We started with journal #11: Think of a situation when you were backed into a corner and had nothing to lose. Describe the situation and explain what you did. 1 page.
We talked about this is exactly where Macbeth is in Act 5, sc3.
We completed a worksheet on equivocation and paradox examples in the play. You had 9 examples to define. Please see me if you were absent.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We started class with an explanation on how to block a script.
I broke you into groups and had you do a dry read-thru and block the play.
I gave you time to rehearse these.
We will begin filming on Wed. Please make sure that you have all props, costumes and scripts complete.
I passed back journal prompts #1-10 and gave out term 3 grades.
We started class with an explanation on how to block a script.
I broke you into groups and had you do a dry read-thru and block the play.
I gave you time to rehearse these.
We will begin filming on Wed. Please make sure that you have all props, costumes and scripts complete.
I passed back journal prompts #1-10 and gave out term 3 grades.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We worked on a mini writing assignment: Imagine that there was a part of the play that was removed or lost. Please write a one page suicide letter from Lady Macbeth to the world.
We worked on Act 5. We discussed the areas of the play that need to be resolved as well as the power of the new predictions given to Macbeth.
We broke into your groups and made a 12 scene storyboard for your Macbeth Movie Project. These are due this Friday.
We worked on a mini writing assignment: Imagine that there was a part of the play that was removed or lost. Please write a one page suicide letter from Lady Macbeth to the world.
We worked on Act 5. We discussed the areas of the play that need to be resolved as well as the power of the new predictions given to Macbeth.
We broke into your groups and made a 12 scene storyboard for your Macbeth Movie Project. These are due this Friday.
Word O' the Week:
Doldrums: Noun. 1. A state or period of stagnation or slump. 2. The week before April vacation.
Think:
It takes only one tree to make one million matches, but it only takes one match to destroy one million trees.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
Your script (Act1-5) was due.
We looked at the art of storyboarding and how they can be used to outline and define your vision.
We talked about: Location, Camera angles, and props.
I gave you time to begin to rehearse your scenes.
Your script (Act1-5) was due.
We looked at the art of storyboarding and how they can be used to outline and define your vision.
We talked about: Location, Camera angles, and props.
I gave you time to begin to rehearse your scenes.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Term 3
Term 3 closes today. If you have any missing work, please see me ASAP. I will need to submit grades by Wed.
In the news....
My thoughts go out to those former students fighting this fire today....
http://boston.cbslocal.com/2012/04/04/brush-fire-destroys-20-acres-in-brimfield/
http://boston.cbslocal.com/2012/04/04/brush-fire-destroys-20-acres-in-brimfield/
Brit Lit:
Today:
We broke into groups of 4 and acted out Act 4, sc 3.
I asked one person per group to list Macbeth's evil as described by those in the scene. We discussed how Macduff handles the news of his family, and how this sets up for the most powerful theme in all of storytelling:
REVENGE.
I asked you to mime each of the evil descriptions that Macduff lists.
C Block ONLY: We completed journal prompt #10: Please describe how you think Macbeth will fall, given all of the safety that the 2nd prophecy has. If you know how the play ends, please describe an alternative ending. Be creative- as always....
We broke into groups of 4 and acted out Act 4, sc 3.
I asked one person per group to list Macbeth's evil as described by those in the scene. We discussed how Macduff handles the news of his family, and how this sets up for the most powerful theme in all of storytelling:
REVENGE.
I asked you to mime each of the evil descriptions that Macduff lists.
C Block ONLY: We completed journal prompt #10: Please describe how you think Macbeth will fall, given all of the safety that the 2nd prophecy has. If you know how the play ends, please describe an alternative ending. Be creative- as always....
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
Today was the final day set aside for script construction. Please elect one member of your group to type a copy and pass in.
We will be begin rehearsals for these next week.
Today was the final day set aside for script construction. Please elect one member of your group to type a copy and pass in.
We will be begin rehearsals for these next week.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Term 3
The term closes this Thursday. I will be after school tonight for anyone that has not made up ANY missing assignments. Please be reminded, that missing work counts as a zero unless made up.
Please see me in class with any questions....
Please see me in class with any questions....
Brit Lit:
Today:
We watched the Polanski ver. of Macbeth through act 4.
We broke into groups and completed your modern adaptation of your scene. We will be filming these next week.
We watched the Polanski ver. of Macbeth through act 4.
We broke into groups and completed your modern adaptation of your scene. We will be filming these next week.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We took a quiz on Acts 1-3
Day 2 of script construction: You broke into your 3 groups to work towards finishing your conversion of the script. These are due at the end of class Thursday. Please see me if you need additional time.
We took a quiz on Acts 1-3
Day 2 of script construction: You broke into your 3 groups to work towards finishing your conversion of the script. These are due at the end of class Thursday. Please see me if you need additional time.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We had a quiz on Act 3/start of 4.
We defined: Stage Direction, Narration, and went over what a prop list should look like.
You were given time to convert your script.
We had a quiz on Act 3/start of 4.
We defined: Stage Direction, Narration, and went over what a prop list should look like.
You were given time to convert your script.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We had a quick quiz on your reading. Please read act 3 tonight.
We broke into your groups and continued work on your master script. These are due Thursday.
We had a quick quiz on your reading. Please read act 3 tonight.
We broke into your groups and continued work on your master script. These are due Thursday.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Brit Lit:
Macbeth Video Assessment:
Assignment:
Pick a scene in Acts 1-4 to perform in front of the class. You must do a full complete scene, which includes all of the key events. Before you begin, your group must make a master script which needs to be followed. Your script can be “modernized” to help you learn the lines. Your script must include: stage direction (every 30 sec), inflection, stress, and prompt notes describing in detail things that you will need.
Part of your grade will be based on costumes. These do not have to be elaborate, but do need to show some effort. In other words, please do not wear what you would normally for school.
Your projects will be graded on the following:
Script 5 10 15
Effort 10 20 30
Costuming 5 10 15
Lines 5 10 15
Interpretation 10 20 25
Of the Scene
Time table for assignment parts:
Script due: end of class Aril 5
Video/performance due: April 13
Assignment:
Pick a scene in Acts 1-4 to perform in front of the class. You must do a full complete scene, which includes all of the key events. Before you begin, your group must make a master script which needs to be followed. Your script can be “modernized” to help you learn the lines. Your script must include: stage direction (every 30 sec), inflection, stress, and prompt notes describing in detail things that you will need.
Part of your grade will be based on costumes. These do not have to be elaborate, but do need to show some effort. In other words, please do not wear what you would normally for school.
Your projects will be graded on the following:
Script 5 10 15
Effort 10 20 30
Costuming 5 10 15
Lines 5 10 15
Interpretation 10 20 25
Of the Scene
Time table for assignment parts:
Script due: end of class Aril 5
Video/performance due: April 13
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We finished watching Much Ado About Nothing (15 min)
We broke into your groups and began writing your script for Act 1.
HW: Please read act 3.
We finished watching Much Ado About Nothing (15 min)
We broke into your groups and began writing your script for Act 1.
HW: Please read act 3.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We started class constructing a Macbeth Facebook Page.
I gave you a quick quiz on the terms for yesterday.
We continued with Act III.
We started class constructing a Macbeth Facebook Page.
I gave you a quick quiz on the terms for yesterday.
We continued with Act III.
World of Shakespeare:
Today:
We watched a good film version of Much Ado About Nothing.
I passed back your sonnet project evaluations. Great job on those!
We will be continuing to work on you Movie project next week. Use the weekend to try and brainstorm idea for your group.
We watched a good film version of Much Ado About Nothing.
I passed back your sonnet project evaluations. Great job on those!
We will be continuing to work on you Movie project next week. Use the weekend to try and brainstorm idea for your group.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
We acted act III.
I gave you the following terms:
Personification
Metaphor
Simile
Classical Allusion
Reversed Word
Reversed Thought
Reversed Sentence
We defined each.
I put on a short clip from the Movie The Empire Strikes Back which shows many of the reverse terms in action through the character of Yoda:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfejKs_mI4
I broke you into groups of 2 and asked you to find examples for each term in the play.
We acted act III.
I gave you the following terms:
Personification
Metaphor
Simile
Classical Allusion
Reversed Word
Reversed Thought
Reversed Sentence
We defined each.
I put on a short clip from the Movie The Empire Strikes Back which shows many of the reverse terms in action through the character of Yoda:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtfejKs_mI4
I broke you into groups of 2 and asked you to find examples for each term in the play.
World of Shakespeare:
Much Ado About a Shakespeare Movie Project:
Over the next three exciting weeks, you will be working within 3 groups to produce a modern/classical version of your selected play. Most will choose to make into a movie, but you can also elect to perform these live on stage. We will be breaking this assignment into three parts. At the end of each week, I will be asking each group to evaluate their performance, and I will also be giving you a weekly grade based on observations. Translation: If you do nothing your grade will reflect this.
Each group should have the following parts assigned:
Director: Overseas all elements of production.
Actors: Must learn lines, and have acting ability, write script You will need to play multiple parts.
Camera/filming/sound person, writes script.
Editors (knowledgeable in imovie, Final Cut, or other video editing program)
Week One: March 29-April 5: Script Construction:
Over the next week, you will have one day to convert each scene and make your master cue-card script. Each group will be given a large over-sized note board to write your lines. You will need to keep on task to complete this in the week given. Please read one act per night for HW and be prepared to work converting as a group.
March 29: Agree to parts. Decide whether you are doing a modern or classical version, or something in between. Practice story board construction for Act 1. You may wish to utilize a storyboard for each scene. It is more work upfront, but it pays off at the end. Your storyboard will count as a quiz.
March 30: Act 1 script construction. Each group will be given an oversized sticky note board. You must have a script that is followed 100%. You can change your script, so make sure that you create a strong one. If you are making these modern, you will most likely need to convert the lines. If you choose to do these with the original language, you will need to decide what to keep and what to cut. Do not cut anything that fundamentally changes the play.
April 2: Act 2 Script construction. Act 1 + 2 due at the end of class.
April 3: Act 3 Script
April 4: Act 4 script
April 5: Act 5 script All script writing is due at the end of the block.
Over the next three exciting weeks, you will be working within 3 groups to produce a modern/classical version of your selected play. Most will choose to make into a movie, but you can also elect to perform these live on stage. We will be breaking this assignment into three parts. At the end of each week, I will be asking each group to evaluate their performance, and I will also be giving you a weekly grade based on observations. Translation: If you do nothing your grade will reflect this.
Each group should have the following parts assigned:
Director: Overseas all elements of production.
Actors: Must learn lines, and have acting ability, write script You will need to play multiple parts.
Camera/filming/sound person, writes script.
Editors (knowledgeable in imovie, Final Cut, or other video editing program)
Week One: March 29-April 5: Script Construction:
Over the next week, you will have one day to convert each scene and make your master cue-card script. Each group will be given a large over-sized note board to write your lines. You will need to keep on task to complete this in the week given. Please read one act per night for HW and be prepared to work converting as a group.
March 29: Agree to parts. Decide whether you are doing a modern or classical version, or something in between. Practice story board construction for Act 1. You may wish to utilize a storyboard for each scene. It is more work upfront, but it pays off at the end. Your storyboard will count as a quiz.
March 30: Act 1 script construction. Each group will be given an oversized sticky note board. You must have a script that is followed 100%. You can change your script, so make sure that you create a strong one. If you are making these modern, you will most likely need to convert the lines. If you choose to do these with the original language, you will need to decide what to keep and what to cut. Do not cut anything that fundamentally changes the play.
April 2: Act 2 Script construction. Act 1 + 2 due at the end of class.
April 3: Act 3 Script
April 4: Act 4 script
April 5: Act 5 script All script writing is due at the end of the block.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today:
I introduced storyboards and explained the Macbeth Movie Project that we will be starting on Friday.
I asked you to make a storyboard for act 1(8 slides) and act 2(8 slides.) I explained that these are used to show the first draft of a movie. You will be doing these in much greater detail for your scenes for the project.
We read the start of act 3.
I introduced storyboards and explained the Macbeth Movie Project that we will be starting on Friday.
I asked you to make a storyboard for act 1(8 slides) and act 2(8 slides.) I explained that these are used to show the first draft of a movie. You will be doing these in much greater detail for your scenes for the project.
We read the start of act 3.
Shakespeare:
Today:
We had day 2 of your sonnet presentations.
I passed out your next play.
We went over the character list
I introduced your next project: Much Ado About a Film Project.
HW: Please read Act 1
We had day 2 of your sonnet presentations.
I passed out your next play.
We went over the character list
I introduced your next project: Much Ado About a Film Project.
HW: Please read Act 1
Much Ado About Nothing Cartoon
A neat animation about the play that we are about to read. This may help you in understanding the plot.
http://www.stratfordfestival.ca/education/activities/muchado/06_animation/index.html
http://www.stratfordfestival.ca/education/activities/muchado/06_animation/index.html
Monday, March 26, 2012
Brit Lit:
Today we finished Act 2.
We looked at how the play is following a tragedy.
Block D took a quiz on Act 2
We caught up on our notes.
I gave a 2nd chance to those that have not recited their 10 Macbeth lines. Please be reminded that this counts as a test grade. You will continue to loose 10 points for each day late.
We looked at how the play is following a tragedy.
Block D took a quiz on Act 2
We caught up on our notes.
I gave a 2nd chance to those that have not recited their 10 Macbeth lines. Please be reminded that this counts as a test grade. You will continue to loose 10 points for each day late.
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