Eng Lang 5-AP-MU-2415-EES86U_1 (Period 6) 2023 2 Assignments

To build a more thorough toolbox for evidence for the argument essay, you will stay current with what is going on in the world via various news sources. There are sites like The Donut that compile links with brief overviews of developing stories on many various topics. 

You will compile a list of stories that you find interesting, briefly noting what has caught your attention. 

You will select THREE stories and respond (at least one page in length - more if you use a large font size):

Read about the story from multiple sites to gain new ideas and perspectives
Connect a story to a unifying idea (racial equality, governance, hope, etc.)
Generate at least two level 3 discussion questions
Include what makes this story worthy of being talked about and discussed in class
No need to upload - it will be checked and used in class 5/1 for that day's lesson.

Extra credit will be awarded for having more than three stories completed.

Watch the following videos about another method of annotating for the rhetorical analysis FRQ.

Be prepared to discuss your takeaways and questions tomorrow in class.

If you haven't taken the ELA regents yet, select 'no.'

After watching the attached videos, briefly write how you approach the argument essay you wrote in class if you were starting over. Note: You are NOT writing another essay -just describe what you would do differently (be specific though).

After watching the attached videos, briefly write how you approach the argument essay you wrote in class if you were starting over. Note: You are NOT writing another essay -just describe what you would do differently (be specific though).

After watching the attached videos, briefly write how you approach the argument essay you wrote in class if you were starting over. Note: You are NOT writing another essay -just describe what you would do differently (be specific though).

After watching the attached videos, briefly write how you approach the argument essay you wrote in class if you were starting over. Note: You are NOT writing another essay -just describe what you would do differently (be specific though).

Complete your annotations and 1 page write-up (see possible prompts at the bottom of second page) by the end of the week (Friday).

Complete the assigned multiple choice questions that are assigned on AP Classroom by Sunday 11:45 pm.

Complete the assigned multiple choice questions that are assigned on AP Classroom by Sunday 11:45 pm.

Complete the assigned multiple choice questions that are assigned on AP Classroom by Sunday 11:45 pm.

Watch the three videos: Skill 4.B -  Daily Videos 1-3 (take appropriate, brief notes)

4.B - Daily Video 1: Write a thesis statement that contains an appropriate amount of depth and sophistication
4.B - Daily Video 2: Write a thesis statement that previews the line of reasoning, whether explicitly or implicitly. 
4.B - Daily Video 3: Improving the quality of a thesis statement by incorporating qualifiers.
Then, complete the Unit 4 Review Session that deals specifically with the "unknown" argument prompt we took a look at in class (this is video #4).

Complete any assigned multiple choice questions.

Click "mark as done" when you have completed all outstanding AP Classroom assignments. 

Watch the three videos: Skill 4.B -  Daily Videos 1-3 (take appropriate, brief notes)

4.B - Daily Video 1: Write a thesis statement that contains an appropriate amount of depth and sophistication
4.B - Daily Video 2: Write a thesis statement that previews the line of reasoning, whether explicitly or implicitly. 
4.B - Daily Video 3: Improving the quality of a thesis statement by incorporating qualifiers.
Then, complete the Unit 4 Review Session that deals specifically with the "unknown" argument prompt we took a look at in class (this is video #4).

Complete any assigned multiple choice questions.

Click "mark as done" when you have completed all outstanding AP Classroom assignments. 

Directions: Complete the 10 argumentative prompt breakdowns and then select THREE of them to complete an entire CHORES evidence chart. ALL rows must be completed.

Also watch Coach Beth Hall's videos about selecting evidence and using personal experience as evidence. (Take any relevant, concise notes).

Uaing Patrick Wang’s editorial, write both a thesis statement and first body paragraph for a rhetorical analysis. Must be done BY HAND.

No need to uplod unless you want feedback.

If you were absent, this must be completed by Monday.

Of you have a DOE school issues device, please bring it in to school on Monday!

Of you have a DOE school issues device, please bring it in to school on Monday!

Of you have a DOE school issues device, please bring it in to school on Monday!

Today, you are going to read the attached article of the week and write at least a one-page response (by hand) and upload it to this assignment. 

Today, you are going to read the attached article of the week and write at least a one-page response (by hand) and upload it to this assignment. 

Today, you are going to read the attached article of the week and write at least a one-page response (by hand) and upload it to this assignment. 

Complete the last page (double-sided) of your seminar packet based on your wonderful discussions on Thursday and Friday.

Your grade is base don your preparation and participation in the Socratic Seminar on Thursday and Friday of last week.

Your grade is base don your preparation and participation in the Socratic Seminar on Thursday and Friday of last week.

Your grade is base don your preparation and participation in the Socratic Seminar on Thursday and Friday of last week.

Your grade is base don your preparation and participation in the Socratic Seminar on Thursday and Friday of last week.

Using pages 5-6 of the seminar packet, develop three questions based on Rachel Carson's excerpt from Silent Spring (one for each level). Upload that page.

Extra Credit:
Develop an essential question that connects both texts to the topic of mankind and its relationship with the environment. You can also receive extra credit for questions around Emerson's text as well as questions that think about the relationship between both texts.

Write a single-sentence thesis statement as if you were writing a rhetorical analysis for Emerson's excerpt from "Nature." This must be hand-written in class.

Each group should read the essay. Do a close reading for your assigned section. Complete the t-chart for your assigned section. If you were absent, complete par. 2-3.

You will work in your groups tomorrow to discuss and build on your ideas.

Each group should read the essay. Do a close reading for your assigned section. Complete the t-chart for your assigned section. If you were absent, complete par. 2-3.

You will work in your groups tomorrow to discuss and build on your ideas.

Complete your annotations and 1 page write-up (see possible prompts at the bottom of second page) by the end of the week.

Complete your annotations and 1 page write-up (see possible prompts at the bottom of second page) by the end of the week.

Complete your annotations and 1 page write-up (see possible prompts at the bottom of second page) by the end of the week.

Complete your annotations and 1 page write-up (see possible prompts at the bottom of second page) by the end of the week.

Watch the THREE assigned videos on AP Classroom and upload/attach your BRIEF notes of your takeaways.
Skill 5.B Daily Video 2
Skill 6.B Daily Video 1
Skill 6.B Daily Video 2

Watch the THREE assigned videos on AP Classroom and upload/attach your BRIEF notes of your takeaways.
Skill 5.B Daily Video 2
Skill 6.B Daily Video 1
Skill 6.B Daily Video 2

Carefully read the following six sources, including the introductory information for each source. Then synthesize information from at least three of the sources and incorporate it into a coherent, well-developed argument for your own position on whether your school should establish, maintain, revise, or eliminate an honor code or honor system.


Your argument should be the focus of your essay. Use the sources to develop your argument and explain the reasoning for it. Avoid merely summarizing the sources. Indicate clearly which sources you are drawing from, whether through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary. You may cite the sources as Source A, Source B, etc., or by using the descriptions in parentheses.

Carefully read the following six sources, including the introductory information for each source. Then synthesize information from at least three of the sources and incorporate it into a coherent, well-developed argument for your own position on whether your school should establish, maintain, revise, or eliminate an honor code or honor system.


Your argument should be the focus of your essay. Use the sources to develop your argument and explain the reasoning for it. Avoid merely summarizing the sources. Indicate clearly which sources you are drawing from, whether through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary. You may cite the sources as Source A, Source B, etc., or by using the descriptions in parentheses.

Carefully read the following six sources, including the introductory information for each source. Then synthesize information from at least three of the sources and incorporate it into a coherent, well-developed argument for your own position on whether your school should establish, maintain, revise, or eliminate an honor code or honor system.


Your argument should be the focus of your essay. Use the sources to develop your argument and explain the reasoning for it. Avoid merely summarizing the sources. Indicate clearly which sources you are drawing from, whether through direct quotation, paraphrase, or summary. You may cite the sources as Source A, Source B, etc., or by using the descriptions in parentheses.

Objective: I will understand how to form a valid perspective by synthesizing sources.

Complete the tracker chart based on the sources and write a DM to Carly (as a friend) responding to the prompt: 

Read the following sources and accompanying contextual information carefully.  Write a DM (Direct Message) to Carly that synthesizes material from at least three sources and develops your position about what factors Carly should consider when deciding how to address their relationship from here.

Objective: I will understand how to form a valid perspective by synthesizing sources.

Complete the tracker chart based on the sources and write a DM to Carly (as a friend) responding to the prompt: 

Read the following sources and accompanying contextual information carefully.  Write a DM (Direct Message) to Carly that synthesizes material from at least three sources and develops your position about what factors Carly should consider when deciding how to address their relationship from here.

Objective: I will understand how to form a valid perspective by synthesizing sources.

Complete the tracker chart based on the sources and write a DM to Carly (as a friend) responding to the prompt: 

Read the following sources and accompanying contextual information carefully.  Write a DM (Direct Message) to Carly that synthesizes material from at least three sources and develops your position about what factors Carly should consider when deciding how to address their relationship from here.

Choose one of the topics. We will read the sources tomorrow for the winning choice.

Read the following sample student synthesis essay. Then answer the questions (on a Google doc):

1. The essay opens with an analogy. How effectively does this engage the reader and lead into the writer’s thesis?
2. In the second paragraph, the writer acknowledges a counterargument. How does this concession and refutation help
develop her argument?
3. Identify one place where the writer’s use of a source is particularly successful and one instance that could be
improved. In each case, explain your response. What changes would you recommend the writer make to use
sources more effectively in her next draft?
4. What do you see as the greatest strength of this essay? Explain your response.
5. What is the best suggestion you can offer the writer to improve the effectiveness of her argument?
6. Imagine that, for the next draft of this essay, the writer must replace one of the sources. Which source should she
replace, and why? What source would you recommend she use in its place?

Complete the attached attendance link for today's class. Note, you will have to complete the attendance link at the specific time of each of your classes to be marked present.

Read the following sample student synthesis essay. Then answer the questions (on a Google doc):

1. The essay opens with an analogy. How effectively does this engage the reader and lead into the writer’s thesis?
2. In the second paragraph, the writer acknowledges a counterargument. How does this concession and refutation help
develop her argument?
3. Identify one place where the writer’s use of a source is particularly successful and one instance that could be
improved. In each case, explain your response. What changes would you recommend the writer make to use
sources more effectively in her next draft?
4. What do you see as the greatest strength of this essay? Explain your response.
5. What is the best suggestion you can offer the writer to improve the effectiveness of her argument?
6. Imagine that, for the next draft of this essay, the writer must replace one of the sources. Which source should she
replace, and why? What source would you recommend she use in its place?

Complete the attached attendance link for today's class. Note, you will have to complete the attendance link at the specific time of each of your classes to be marked present.

Read the following sample student synthesis essay. Then answer the questions (on a Google doc):

1. The essay opens with an analogy. How effectively does this engage the reader and lead into the writer’s thesis?
2. In the second paragraph, the writer acknowledges a counterargument. How does this concession and refutation help
develop her argument?
3. Identify one place where the writer’s use of a source is particularly successful and one instance that could be
improved. In each case, explain your response. What changes would you recommend the writer make to use
sources more effectively in her next draft?
4. What do you see as the greatest strength of this essay? Explain your response.
5. What is the best suggestion you can offer the writer to improve the effectiveness of her argument?
6. Imagine that, for the next draft of this essay, the writer must replace one of the sources. Which source should she
replace, and why? What source would you recommend she use in its place?

Complete the attached attendance link for today's class. Note, you will have to complete the attendance link at the specific time of each of your classes to be marked present.

for extra credit -- must be turned in before kickoff

Read and annotate the sources and complete slide 3 (you'll need the 3-Venn diagram chart).

Monday: Read the introduction below as well as the first source (1 - Dumbest Generation). You can make a copy of the file to annotate. Respond to the bold prompt on the second page.

Tuesday: Read the second source and respond to the prompt on the second page.
In today’s world, we live and learn with technology that’s more complex and changing at a faster pace than that of previous generations.
Many see this new digital technology as a way to expand and distribute knowledge, even democratize the pursuit of knowledge by making information about everything under the sun accessible to anyone with an Internet connection. Others lament that the constant distractions accompanying such an onslaught of information have damaged our ability to think critically and independently. But, of course, there’s a long tradition of critics bemoaning the harmful effects of technological change—whether it’s the “horseless carriage” that is known, today, as the car, or the evolution of the telephone, from the first landlines to the latest smartphones.

Wed - Fri: After carefully reading the following sources, synthesize the information from at least three of them, incorporating it into a coherent, well-developed argument on whether you believe digital technology is having a positive or negative impact on human intelligence.

Before reading the sources included with this prompt, it might help to take a moment to think about how you will use them to complete the assignment. As we’ve discussed, sources can illustrate or support your own ideas. If, for example, you think that technology is having a negative impact on critical thinking skills or that social media encourages narcissism, then you can look to your sources to help you make that point. If you believe that digital devices are changing the way we experience the world for the better, the sources can
help you think about that view as well. But it’s important not to reject texts that disagree with your position or appear not to be directly relevant to it. In fact, you might use a text that presents an opinion in opposition to yours as a counterargument, and then concede and refute it. Most importantly, keep an open mind while you read the sources. so that your thesis shows you understand the complexity of the subject.

Monday: Read the introduction below as well as the first source (1 - Dumbest Generation). You can make a copy of the file to annotate. Respond to the bold prompt on the second page.

Tuesday: Read the second source and respond to the prompt on the second page.
In today’s world, we live and learn with technology that’s more complex and changing at a faster pace than that of previous generations.
Many see this new digital technology as a way to expand and distribute knowledge, even democratize the pursuit of knowledge by making information about everything under the sun accessible to anyone with an Internet connection. Others lament that the constant distractions accompanying such an onslaught of information have damaged our ability to think critically and independently. But, of course, there’s a long tradition of critics bemoaning the harmful effects of technological change—whether it’s the “horseless carriage” that is known, today, as the car, or the evolution of the telephone, from the first landlines to the latest smartphones.

Wed - Fri: After carefully reading the following sources, synthesize the information from at least three of them, incorporating it into a coherent, well-developed argument on whether you believe digital technology is having a positive or negative impact on human intelligence.

Before reading the sources included with this prompt, it might help to take a moment to think about how you will use them to complete the assignment. As we’ve discussed, sources can illustrate or support your own ideas. If, for example, you think that technology is having a negative impact on critical thinking skills or that social media encourages narcissism, then you can look to your sources to help you make that point. If you believe that digital devices are changing the way we experience the world for the better, the sources can
help you think about that view as well. But it’s important not to reject texts that disagree with your position or appear not to be directly relevant to it. In fact, you might use a text that presents an opinion in opposition to yours as a counterargument, and then concede and refute it. Most importantly, keep an open mind while you read the sources. so that your thesis shows you understand the complexity of the subject.

Read sources 3 and 4. Annotate for ideas and unifying ideas and how they relate/connect to other sources and the conversation: how does digital technology impact human intelligence?

Complete the "sources 3 & 4 activity".

Write a letter either from Gopnik's POV to Bauerlein, or Bauerlein's POV to Gopnik, engaging in the conversation about digital technology's impact on human intelligence. The letter  should address the other source specifically as to what you disagree with and why.

Write a letter either from Gopnik's POV to Bauerlein, or Bauerlein's POV to Gopnik, engaging in the conversation about digital technology's impact on human intelligence. The letter  should address the other source specifically as to what you disagree with and why.

Objective: I will analyze how Bryan Stevenson utilizes sources and evidence to communicate his message.

Objective: I will analyze how Bryan Stevenson utilizes sources and evidence to communicate his message.

Objective: I will analyze how Bryan Stevenson utilizes sources and evidence to communicate his message.

Watch Stevenson's Ted Talk and complete the handout. There are BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER components to the handout.