Day 1 Learning Targets
Today I will explore various challenges and/or injustices that impact individuals in the U.S. or around the world,
so that I can help the 7th grade community create a list of potential topics.
I will know I have it when I have added at least three ideas to the group brainstorm.
Directions: To set the stage for today, we will watch one of the two Ted Talks to watch as a class. (You can always watch the 2nd one on your own time.) Consider the questions below when you watch. Be prepared to discuss your takeaways with your table group after watching.
Directions:
Enter the Proquest Sirs Discover database, go to the dropdown arrow with Research Topics in the upper left-hand corner and pick Controversial Topics.
Explore potential topics for your Challenge / Injustice research.
When you find a good possibility, write down the topic on your colored post-it note.
(Each tablemate will have different colored post-its.)
Directions:
In order to help students "turn moments into momentum" or "tell your truth", the English 7 teachers want to compile all the great topic ideas for the Challenges / Injustices. This is YOUR chance to share your ideas!
1. Consider your post-it notes as well as your tablemates' post-it notes.
2. Pick what you think are the 3 BEST topic ideas and rank them in order.
3. Take a moment to consider why / how the topic is a problem that needs a solution.
4. Complete THIS FORM to submit your ideas. This is REQUIRED for an English assignment.