The Writing Process
21st Century Skills
Around the classroom
Making good choices
English Topics
100
What is the first step in the writing process?
Plan
100
What does communication mean?
To send a message to someone else by talking, body language or writing.
100
Where can you find the key words for the week?
- On the weekly schedule - In the key words section - In your file - On the website
100
Where is the observations and suggestions box?
At the back of the class.
100
What is the theme for term 1 for grade 8 and 9?
Grade 8 - Community Grade 9 - From school to work
200
What is the second step in the writing process?
Draft & Revise
200
What are the four 21st Century Skills?
Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking and Collaboration
200
What does inspiration mean?
To motivate you to act or do something.
200
What is an observation?
When you identify or name a problem in the class (and possibly make a suggestion to solve it).
200
What do we usually do every Sunday?
Vocabulary
300
What is the last step in the writing process?
Publish & Present
300
What does it mean to be creative?
To think of new ideas, invent or do something original.
300
Where do you find work if you were absent?
In the file beside the dictionaries or underneath the calendar.
300
What are some ways you can respect yourself in school?
(Many responses). - Do your best work. - Come to class on time. - Be kind to others. - Keep your things organized. - Wear your proper uniform.
300
What do we study when we have a "language" class?
Grammar topics
400
Why is the writing process important?
To stay organized and do your best work.
400
What does collaboration mean?
To work together or work as a group.
400
What are the four beliefs in our class?
Respect Responsibility Kindness Doing our best
400
What is one example of showing responsibility in the classroom?
(Many answers) - Turning in work on time. - Coming to class on time. - Helping other classmates. - Helping the teacher.
400
What is the IST and PRODUCT?
These are our major projects for the term. We do them in Term 1, 2 and 3.
500
What step are you working on now in the writing process?
The draft
500
Why is critical thinking an important skill?
Critical thinking helps you solve problems and ask questions.
500
What is the address of the class website?
www.thinkexploreinquire.wordpress.com
500
If you are always coming late to class, what should you do?
- Make an effort to come to class on time. - Tell the teacher why you will be late. - Get a note from a teacher to say why you will be late. - Get other girls to help you.
500
What does IST stand for?
Integrated Strand Task
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