TKAM ch 26-27: vocabulary, discussion, analysis

Today I will:
~Define new vocabulary terms, use them in context, and apply the knowledge to create posters
~Analyze and interpret the text of TKAM ch 26 through discussion of my homework, selecting and responding to specific text evidence
~Read and discuss TKAM ch 27 through an interactive read-aloud

Key Terms:

Audible : Able to be heard with the ear
Aggregation: A group or collection of unlike things
Convene: To come together or gather for a meeting
Dialectic: a method of examining and discussing opposing ideas in order to find the truth
Repertoire: A set of skills, abilities or knowledge that a person regularly uses

Tactic: An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a goal

Vague: Uncertain, indefinite, unclear

Vocab quiz on Thursday!

Agenda:
Warm-up: 5-minute vocab posters
~Use markers, gluesticks, etc. (on the back counter)
~Include: 2+ images/illustrations, synonyms, & an example sentence

~Ch 26 homework check + discussion (will stamp for completion)
CP: Form 2 small groups; go around and discuss your responses to ch 26 (be prepared to share with the whole class)
HON: Form 3 small groups; share your precis with the group (be prepared to share)

~Read & discuss chapter 27 together

Homework:
~Read ch 27-28 (pp.247-266); I will check for 2 open-ended questions & 2 golden lines tomorrow (can be from either chapter).

~Honors: Paragraph due Wednesday // Share it to me via Google Drive

What's next:
Tues-Thurs: writing practice
Fri: Socratic/fishbowl

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