Group conversation #2

I can...

1) FEARLESSLY experiment in writing, trying new sentence structures and word choice.

2) Practice participating in a group discussion.  This includes practicing listening skills, transitioning skills, and contributing my own ideas based on the class reading.

Today's agenda:

1. Put your HW 36-70 F451 in your digital name folder.
2. Open your "Dystopian Journal"
1. Enter today's date (11/17 or 11/18)
2. Follow directions from Ms. Peterson
3. Chat time! Circle up & choose your color dot!
4. Guidelines for today's participation:
1. Have your book and notes out and available.
2. Contribute your color question OR respond, using a transition, to someone else's question. 
3. Listen while others are speaking; this includes listening body language.
5. HW due:
   1. TWO CLASSES: 71-105 reading and questions 

Conversation formative assessment grading: ENGAGEMENT

0: I did not participate in the conversation and/or I distracted others from the conversation.

1:I did not engage in the assignment in a way which fully shows the connections I could make. (1-0 contributions.)

2: I participated in the conversation and have room to make stronger connections. (1 contribution)

3: I take ownership of the conversation and demonstrate authenticity and thoroughness in my work.  (1-2 contributions)

4: I challenge myself in the conversation that goes above and beyond.  (2+ contributions)