Classroom Survival Skills
What two materials should students bring to Lit Comp 1 every day?
Composition book/binder and pencil/pen
What hours are personal devices not allowed to be used at school?
8:20 a.m.–3:20 p.m.
What is the term for using someone else’s ideas or work without giving credit?
Plagiarism
How many units will students complete during Lit Comp 1?
Five units (Unit 0–Unit 4)
What percentage of your final grade comes from writing and projects?
35%.
A student misses class because of an excused absence. What is the first thing they should do when they return?
Check Google Classroom for missing assignments
Where should phones and personal devices be stored during class?
Turned off and stored in assigned phone pouch #
True or False: Accidentally plagiarizing is still considered plagiarism.
True
Which unit focuses on telling details and using narrative and expository techniques?
Unit 1: Telling Details & Situating Texts (Narrative & Expository Techniques)
A student wants to avoid losing points on their Work Ethic grade. Name three behaviors that could cause points to be deducted.
Examples: tardies, missing ID, sleeping, unauthorized phone use, inappropriate language, bullying, or other disruptive behaviors.
Why might a writing assignment or essay take longer to be graded than a multiple-choice quiz?
Writing assignments require more time to evaluate and provide feedback
A student says, “I’m not using my phone; it’s just in my pocket.” Is this following the policy? Explain.
No; devices may not be kept in clothing/pockets
A student copies a friend’s assignment, and another student allows their work to be copied. Who can receive consequences?
Both students
A student is creating a project that combines writing with visuals, audio, or other forms of communication. Which unit would help them develop these skills?
Unit 2: Introduction to Poetry & Multimodal Writing
A student comes to class prepared, participates, collaborates, and treats others respectfully. Why are these behaviors important in Lit Comp 1?
They support learning, respect classmates, and create a positive classroom environment
A student waits until report cards come out to check their grade. Why is this not the best strategy?
Students should monitor progress weekly to catch missing work or problems early
A student has their phone taken for the second offense. Who must pick it up and when?
A guardian must pick it up from 3:25–4:00 p.m.
A student turns in the same essay for two different classes without permission. What type of plagiarism is this?
Self-plagiarism
Why does every unit include reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary instead of only focusing on one skill?
Because strong readers and writers need multiple connected skills to communicate effectively
A student repeatedly disrupts class after receiving warnings. What consequences could occur?
Documentation, parent contact, office referral
A student has been absent and says, “I’ll just wait for my teacher to tell me what I missed.” Why is this incorrect, and what should the student do instead?
Students are responsible for checking Google Classroom and making a game plan for missed work
A student refuses to give their phone to the teacher after violating the policy. What additional problem has the student created?
They are refusing to follow school policy and may receive disciplinary action
Why does Lit Comp 1 teach students the difference between quoting, summarizing, and paraphrasing?
To help students properly use sources and avoid plagiarism
A student says, “This class is only about reading books.” Based on the course description, what other skills will students develop in Lit Comp 1?
Cognitive skills, communication skills, hands-on application, higher-order thinking, and collaboration.
A student receives a 90% on their final exam but struggles with daily work, tests, and writing assignments. Why might their overall grade still not be as high as expected?
The final exam is only 10% of the grade, while daily work, tests/quizzes, and writing/projects make up the majority of the grade.