Wikipedia is Wonderful! ...isn't it? (MEDIUM)

OK. So in this assignment we're going to discuss a controversial research tool that we've ALL likely used. Wikipedia is world-renowned for it's ability to answer questions quickly and (relatively) painlessly. However, does that mean it's a good tool for research?

This assignment will walk you through one of the most used knowledge databases in the world - wikipedia. More specifically, we'll discuss how you can use wikipedia effectively, and what to avoid and why.

You will work on three specific skills with this assignment - Research, Summaries and Slide Shows.

You can find the assignment itself here.
Also, you might want to take a look at the slide show rubric before you create one for me.

Being Super (BIG)

For this assignment you'll need a few things. First of all, you'll need a school iPad (#1-10) so you can read the story. You'll also need a few other things.

For one, you'll need to build a presentation as part of this assignment - using PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi or any other presentation software you like. BUT, in my opinion, no one knows how to do this properly.

Watch this slideshare presentation to get some badly needed tips/tricks.

Try going to this URL. It will show you what's up with Presentations.

Now that you've seen that you should be able to start the assignment. Good work (luck has nothing to do with it) and remember to ASK ME if you have any questions. IT'S MY JOB! AND I LOVE IT.

LINK to the Being Super Assignment

You'll also need these other two documents to complete the assignment.

LINK to the Comic Book Grammar and Tradition sheet
LINK to the Types of Characters in Fiction sheet

The Walking Dead (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you will need a copy of The Walking Dead Vol. 1 (we have it on the iPads) and this assignment sheet.

NOTE: The Walking Dead is not meant for young people. If you are under the age of 18 or if you are offended by coarse language, violence, gore and adult situations you should NOT do this assignment. You've been warned.

LINK to The Walking Dead Assignment
LINK to the Essay Rubric

Murderball (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you'll need the 2005 film Murderball and the following document:
LINK to Murderball Assignment
To see some examples of Film reviews, take a look at these:
LINK to Murderball Film reviews

Bias and Baloney (SMALL)

For this assignment all you need is the following document:
LINK to Bias and Baloney Assignment

The Strangers that Came to Town (BIG)

For this assignment you'll need the following two documents:
LINK to The Strangers that Came to Town Assignment
LINK to The Strangers that Came to Town STORY

A Mighty Heart (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you'll need a copy of Michael Winterbottom's 2007 film A Mighty Heart, and the following document:
LINK to the A Mighty Heart Assignment

Searching for Justice (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you'll need the following two documents:
LINK to Searching fr Justice Assignment
LINK to Acquittal Case Fuels Debate Article

Identity Crisis (SMALL)

For this assignment you only need this one document:
LINK to Identity Crisis Assignment

Themes of Our Lives (MEDIUM)

LINK to Themes of Our Lives Assignment

The Shawshank Redemption (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you'll need a copy of Frank Darabont's 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption. We have the film on the iPads, #s 11-15. Come on in to watch it. It's also readily available from your local library, rental store and even on youtube, so just find it and watch it.

You will also need the following documents:
LINK to The Shawshank Redemption Assignment
LINK to the Opinion Essay Rubric
LINK to the Plot Graph Sheet

Finally, there is a plot graph as part of this assignment - and I want it done well. But I understand that not everyone remembers being taught this - so here is a lesson that can help you understand plot graphs.

A Quick Lesson on Plot Graphs

Controversial Topic Opinion Essay (MEDIUM)

LINK to Controversial Essay Assignment

Fractured Fairy Tales (MEDIUM)

 





LINK to Fractured Fairy Tales Assignment
LINK to PC Little Red Riding Hood
LINK to Defendant Testifies Story

It Was a Year Ago (SMALL)

For this short(ish) assignment all you need is the assignment below. The story is embedded in the assignment!
LINK to It Was a Year Ago Assignment

A Boy Grows Older (SMALL)

For this assignment you will need two documents, the story and the assignment package, both found below. Take a look at the assignment sheet to see what you'll be doing, then read the story, and start answering questions. If you have any questions email me or text me - or hey, you can come to class and ask me!
LINK to A Boy Grows Older STORY
LINK to A Boy Grows Older Assignment

Nothing Lasts Forever (SMALL)

You only need this document for this assignment:
LINK to Nothing Lasts Forever Assignment

It Used to be Green Once (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you will need these two documents:
LINK to It Used to be Green Once STORY
LINK to It Used to be Green Once Assignment

Into the Wild (BIG)

For this assignment you will need these two documents:
LINK to Death of an Innocent STORY
LINK to Into the Wild Assignment
LINK to Essay Rubric

Use of Force (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you will need two documents:
LINK to Use of Force STORY
LINK to Use of Force Assignment

Lamb to the Slaughter (MEDIUM)

For this assignment you will need two documents and a computer with YOUTUBE to view the video clip:

LINK to Lamb to the Slaughter STORY
LINK to Lamb to the Slaughter Assignment

Also, when you get to the Parts of a Short Story question you have two options:

1) Ask me. I can run through these quickly with you. No problem.
2) If I'm not around, or if you are sick of my voice (it happens) then simply go here.