Wednesday, October 31, 2012

10-31-2012 PS Happenings--Recognition & Award Speeches

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest--Halloween Edition
  • Recognition & Acceptance Speech Presentations
    • Activity #20--10/30-2012--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Journal
      • Create a 3 column Chart:
        • Person's Name
        • Strengths (Write 2)
        • Growth Areas (Write 1)
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Upload Recognition & Acceptance Speech to TurnItIn (Due Thursday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation (Due Thursday)
  • 5 POINTS EXTRA CREDIT--Bring a signed note stating that you presented in front of a parent (Due Thursday)
  • EXTRA CREDIT--Turn in Hall Passes (Due Friday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Thursday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Friday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations, 1st Quarter Survey

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

10-30-2012 PS Happenings--Recognition & Award Speech Presentations

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Recognition & Acceptance Speech Presentations
    • Activity #20--10/30-2012--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Journal
      • Create a 3 column Chart:
        • Person's Name
        • Strengths (Write 2)
        • Growth Areas (Write 1)
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Upload Recognition & Acceptance Speech to TurnItIn (Due Tuesday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation (Due Tuesday)
  • 5 POINTS EXTRA CREDIT--Bring a signed note stating that you presented in front of a parent (Due Wednesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations

Thursday, October 25, 2012

10-26-2012 PS Happenings-SUB-Impromptu Speeches

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Impromptu Speeches
    • Minimum Time Limit = 1 Minute
    • Select a topic from the list. You may not use a topic more than once. Cross off your topic so someone else won't use it.
    • Come up with an attention getter.
    • Share your topic.
    • State main points with details that include real-life examples from your life or society to illustrate your points.
    • Summarize your speech. (Restate your topic and restate your main points.)
    • Conclude with a sentence that wraps up the speech and gives a sense of finality.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Upload Recognition & Acceptance Speech to TurnItIn (Due Tuesday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation. (Due Tuesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Monday--Inservice--NO SCHOOL
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations

10-25-2012 PS Happenings--Polish, Rehearsal, Peer Feedback

PLAN
  • SIGN UP FOR SPEECH
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Check Recognition & Acceptance Speech Rough Draft
  • Return Fear & DPS Test
  • Recognition & Acceptance Speech
    • Partner Exchange
      • Exchange scripts with your partner. Read the script through marking errors and awkward sentences. Make sure all parts of the speech content are present.
      • Polish any part of the script that requires improvement.
    • Partner Practice
      • Practice your speech in front of your partner.
    • Group Practice & Feedback
      • One set of partners will join with another set of partners.
      • One set of partners present their speeches while the other set of partners fill out the grading rubric.
      • Once finished, graders provide feedback.
      • Switch and repeat.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Upload Recognition & Acceptance Speech to TurnItIn (Due Tuesday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation (Due Tuesday)
  • 5 POINTS EXTRA CREDIT--Bring a signed note stating that you presented in front of a parent (Due Tuesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Friday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Monday--Inservice--NO SCHOOL
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

10-24-2012 PS Happenings--Recognition & Acceptance Work Day

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Check Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Set Up
  • Recognition & Acceptance Speech
    • Create Speech Groups
      • Share Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Set Up
        • Activity #20--10/23/2012--Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Set Up
          • Complete the following information. Be sure to include the UNDERLINED words in your notebook as well as your responses:
            • Event:
            • Speech of Recognition Presenter (Real Name):
            • Speech of Recognition Presenter (Assumed Name if Different from Real Name):
            • Name of Award:
            • 3-4 Standards:
            • Speech of Acceptance Presenter (Real Name):
            • Speech of Acceptance Presenter (Assumed Name if Different from Real Name):
    • Work Time
      • Partner Sharing
      • Independent Script Writing
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Write a rough draft of your Recognition or Acceptance Speech (Due Thursday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation. (Due Tuesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Thursday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Sign Ups, Rehearsal, Peer Feedback
  • Friday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Monday--Inservice--NO SCHOOL
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations

10-23-2012 PS Happenings--Recognition & Acceptance Speeches Assignment

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Check Recognition & Acceptance Speech Set Up Journal
  • Recognition & Acceptance Speech
    • Create Recognition & Acceptance Speech Teams
    • Discuss Activity #19--10/22/2012--Recognition & Acceptance Speech Set Up Journal
      • Complete the following journal (you may MAKE UP anything you'd like):
        • Write two possible events that an award could be presented at.
        • Write two possible awards that you could present. Provide a one sentence description of each award.
        • Write two possible people that could accept this award.
    • Hand out Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Assignment
    • Hand out Sample Manuscript for Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance
    • Speech Work Time
      • Partner Discussion of Recognition & Acceptance Speech
      • Indpendent Script Writing
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • 3 Points EXTRA CREDIT--Complete Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Set Up (Due Wednesday)
    • Activity #20--10/23/2012--Speeches of Recognition & Acceptance Set Up
      • Complete the following information. Be sure to include the UNDERLINED words in your notebook as well as your responses:
        • Event:
        • Speech of Recognition Presenter (Real Name):
        • Speech of Recognition Presenter (Assumed Name if Different from Real Name):
        • Name of Award:
        • 3-4 Standards:
        • Speech of Acceptance Presenter (Real Name):
        • Speech of Acceptance Presenter (Assumed Name if Different from Real Name):
  • Write a rough draft of your Recognition or Acceptance Speech (Due Thursday)
  • PRACTICE YOUR SPEECH in preparation for Formal Presentation. (Due Tuesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Assignment
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Work Day
  • Thursday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Sign Ups, Rehearsal, Peer Feedback
  • Friday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Monday--Inservice--NO SCHOOL
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

10-22-2012 PS Happenings--Fear Test

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Fear & Dead Poets Society Review
  • Fear & Dead Poets Society Test
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Complete Recognition & Acceptance Speech Journal (Due Tuesday)
    • Activity #19--10/22/2012--Recognition & Acceptance Speech Set Up Journal
      • Complete the following journal (you may MAKE UP anything you'd like):
        • Write two possible events that an award could be presented at.
        • Write two possible awards that you could present. Provide a one sentence description of each award.
        • Write two possible people that could accept this award.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Assignment
  • Wednesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Work Day
  • Thursday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Friday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance Presentations
  • Monday--Inservice--NO SCHOOL

10-17-2012 PS Happenings--Fear Review--12:00 START

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Fear & DPS Test Review
    • Hand out Fear & Dead Poets Society Review Sheet
    • Complete review sheet independently
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Complete Fear & Dead Poets Society Review Sheet (Due Monday)
  • Have a great MEA Break!
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Fear & DPS Test
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

Monday, October 15, 2012

10-16-2012 PS Happenings--Part 3

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Dead Poets' Society
    • Review and Set Up
    • DPS Part 3
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Complete Questions for Part 3 of Dead Poets Society Study Guide (Due Wednesday)
    • DPS Study Guide with answers can be found on Moodle
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Wednesday--12:00 LATE START, Fear Review
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Fear Test
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

10-15-2012 PS Happenings--DPS Part 2

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Dead Poets' Society
    • Review and Set Up
    • DPS Part 2
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Complete Questions for Part 2 of Dead Poets Society Study Guide (Due Tuesday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--DPS Part 3, Fear Review
  • Wednesday--12:00 LATE START, Fear Test
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

Friday, October 12, 2012

10-12-2012 PS Happenings--DPS Part 1

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Check Definitions & Facts Journal
  • Speech Groups Discussion
    • Activity #18--10/11/2012--Definitions & Facts Journal
      • Select two facts/tips that will be personally most helpful for you. Write down each fact/tip and explain how it is helpful.
      • After listing these two facts/tips, answer this prompt:
        • As you reflect on what you have studied, learned, and discussed in the fear unit (case studies, conversations, journals, group discussions, top ten fears, personal fear inventory, etc.), share one thing you will take away from this unit that will help you when dealing with fear. be sure to explain in detail.
    • Dead Poets' Society
      • Introduction 
      • DPS Part 1
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Complete Questions for Part 1 of Dead Poets Society Study Guide (Due Monday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Monday--DPS Part 2
  • Tuesday--DPS Part 3, Fear Review
  • Wednesday--12:00 LATE START, Fear Test
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

Thursday, October 11, 2012

10-11-2012 PS Happenings--Fear--LATE START

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Check Personal Fear Experience Journal
  • Speech Groups Discussion
    • Activity #17--10/10/2012--Personal Fear ANALYSIS Journal
      • Break down a DIFFERENT fear experience using the elements that we discussed in today's case studies:
        • What were you actually afraid of?
        • On a scale of DISQUIET to ALARM, rate your fear level beforehand.
        • What physical fear reactions did you experience?
        • Did you realize that these physical fear reactions were normal?
        • Did you stay and deal with the situation or run from it?
        • Did any previous experience help you get through the fear? If so, what was it?
        • How would your perspective of this fear situation be different now that we've examined fear?
    • Personal Fear Inventory Discussion
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Read Speech Fears & Self-Confidence DEFINITIONS & FACTS (Last 2 Pages) from the Fear Packet (Due Friday)
    • Common Misconceptions About Fear & Self-Confidence
    • Definitions
    • Admitted Facts
    • Fear Continuum
    • Five Basic Ideas for Developing Self-Confidence
    • Practical Tips for Dealing with Fear
  • Complete Definitions & Facts Journal
    • Activity #18--10/11/2012--Definitions & Facts Journal
      • Select two facts/tips that will be personally most helpful for you. Write down each fact/tip and explain how it is helpful.
      • After listing these two facts/tips, answer this prompt:
        • As you reflect on what you have studied, learned, and discussed in the fear unit (case studies, conversations, journals, group discussions, top ten fears, personal fear inventory, etc.), share one thing you will take away from this unit that will help you when dealing with fear. be sure to explain in detail.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Friday--DPS Part 1
  • Monday--DPS Part 2
  • Tuesday--DPS Part 3, Fear Review
  • Wednesday--12:00 LATE START, Fear Test
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

10-10-2012 PS Happenings--Fear Case Studies

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Check Personal Fear Experience Journal & Fear Case Studies
  • Speech Groups Discussion
    • Activity #16--10/9/2012--Personal Fear Experience Journal
      • Share one experience you've had in which you experienced intense FEAR. What were you scared of? What happened? How did you feel before, during, and after?
    • Fear Case Studies
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  •  Complete Personal Fear Experience Journal (Due Thursday)
    • Activity #17--10/10/2012--Personal Fear ANALYSIS Journal
      • Break down a DIFFERENT fear experience using the elements that we discussed in today's case studies:
        • What were you actually afraid of?
        • On a scale of DISQUIET to ALARM, rate your fear level beforehand.
        • What physical fear reactions did you experience?
        • Did you realize that these physical fear reactions were normal?
        • Did you stay and deal with the situation or run from it?
        • Did any previous experience help you get through the fear? If so, what was it?
        • How would your perspective of this fear situation be different now that we've examined fear?
  • Complete Personal Fear Inventory on Pages 2-3 (Due Thursday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Thursday--12:00 LATE START, Personal Fear Inventory, Intro to DPS
  • Friday--DPS Part 1
  • Monday--DPS Part 2
  • Tuesday--DPS Part 3, Fear Review
  • Wednesday--12:00 LATE START, Fear Test
  • Thursday--MEA BREAK
  • Friday--MEA BREAK
  • Monday--Impromptu Speeches
  • Tuesday--Speech of Recognition & Acceptance

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

10-9-2012 PS Happenings--Top Ten Fears

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Begin Fear Unit
    • Fear Clip
    • Activity #15--10/9/2012--Introduction to Fear Journal
      • Think back to your Colors Speech and Speech of Introduction.
        • How fearful were you during your Colors Speech and Speech of Introduction?
        • Describe how you felt BEFORE each speech. Were you more fearful the day before or just before presenting? What reactions did you have? Butterflies in your stomach? Sweating? Nervous? Nothing?
        • How did you feel AFTER each speech? Were you relieved, still nervous, or frustrated?
        • When comparing these speeches to other major projects or tests on a scale of 1 (NOT STRESSFUL AT ALL) to 10 (EXTREMELY STRESSFUL), how STRESSFUL was the Colors Speech for you personally? Explain your ranking.
      • Fear Continuum
    • Fear Factor Clip
    • Top Ten Fears
    • Death vs. Public Speaking
    • Create Case Study Groups
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  •  Complete Personal Fear Experience Journal (Due Wednesday)
    • Activity #16--10/9/2012--Personal Fear Experience Journal
      • Share one experience you've had in which you experienced intense FEAR. What were you scared of? What happened? How did you feel before, during, and after?
  • Complete Personal Fear Inventory on Pages 2-3 (Due Wednesday)
  • Complete YOUR ASSIGNED CASE STUDY (Due Wednesday)
    • GROUP 1--Read Fear Case Study #1 and Complete Study Guide Questions
    • GROUP 2--Read Fear Case Study #2 and Complete Study Guide Questions
    • GROUP 3--Read Fear Case Study #3 and Complete Study Guide Questions
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--Begin Fear Unit, Top Ten Fears
  • Wednesday--Personal Fear Inventory, Fear Case Studies
  • Thursday--

Monday, October 8, 2012

10-8-2012 PS Happenings--Intro Speech Reflection & SO Quiz

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Speech of Introduction Presentations Debriefing & Discussions
    • Speech of Introduction Speech Journal Reaction Activity
      • Activity #13--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Journal---Page #
        • Write each person's name down when presenting. After their speech, write a two sentence summary that identifies strengths (one sentence) and areas that can be improved (one sentence) OR create a T-Chart with the labels STRENGTHS and GROWTHS. 
    • Activity #14--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Reflection---Page #
      •  Congratulations! You've completed your Special Occasion Speech of Introduction! Overall, the presentations were interesting, creative and professionally presented. Now, please take a few minutes to reflect on your speech:
        • What was your favorite part of this speech and related activities?
        • How did your preparation, practice, and performance compare to the Colors Speech? What area(s) did you improve? What area(s) could you continue to improve?
        • With your response to Question #2 in mind, what one thing would you like to focus on to improve when presenting your next speech (Speech of Recognition/Speech of Acceptance)? What steps will you take to accomplish this?
        • When you reflect back on this speech and related activities, what is one thing you will take away from this experience that will help you in future public speaking situations? Be sure to explain.
    •  Chapter 15 Group Quiz
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • None
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Monday--Speech of Introduction Debriefing & Journal Discussions, Special Occasion Speech Group Quiz
  • Tuesday--Begin Fear Unit

Friday, October 5, 2012

10-5-2012 PS Happenings--Introduction Speeches

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest
  • Speech of Introduction Presentations
    • Speech Day Procedures
      • Timer
        • Tell Mr. Buckley the time after each speech
      • Post-Speech
        • Complete Speech of Introduction Journal
        • Receive Speech Feedback from Mr. Buckley
    • 5 Point Audience Participation Grade
      • Be respectful of Speaker
        • Listen quietly
        • No phones
        • No homework
        • No talking
      • Ask questions after speech
    • Colors Speech Journal Reaction Activity
      • Activity #13--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Journal---Page #
        • Write each person's name down when presenting. After their speech, write a two sentence summary that identifies strengths (one sentence) and areas that can be improved (one sentence) OR create a T-Chart with the labels STRENGTHS and GROWTHS.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • If You Have Not Presented Your Speech:
    • Submit Speech of Introduction Manuscript on TurnItIn.com.
    • Bring printed manuscript affixed to construction paper.
    • Practice Speech of Introduction in Preparation for Presentations
  • If You Have Presented Your Speech:
    • Complete Speech of Introduction Reflection. (Due Monday)
      • Activity #14--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Reflection---Page #
        •  Congratulations! You've completed your Special Occasion Speech of Introduction! Overall, the presentations were interesting, creative and professionally presented. Now, please take a few minutes to reflect on your speech:
          • What was your favorite part of this speech and related activities?
          • How did your preparation, practice, and performance compare to the Colors Speech? What area(s) did you improve? What area(s) could you continue to improve?
          • With your response to Question #2 in mind, what one thing would you like to focus on to improve when presenting your next speech (Speech of Recognition/Speech of Acceptance)? What steps will you take to accomplish this?
          • When you reflect back on this speech and related activities, what is one thing you will take away from this experience that will help you in future public speaking situations? Be sure to explain.
  • Study for Special Occasion Group Quiz (Due Monday)
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Friday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Monday--Speech of Introduction Debriefing & Journal Discussions, Special Occasion Speech Group Quiz
  • Tuesday--Begin Fear Unit

Thursday, October 4, 2012

10-4-2012 PS Happenings--Introduction Speeches

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Speech of Introduction Presentations
    • Speech Day Procedures
      • Timer
        • Tell Mr. Buckley the time after each speech
      • Post-Speech
        • Complete Speech of Introduction Journal
        • Receive Speech Feedback from Mr. Buckley
    • 5 Point Audience Participation Grade
      • Be respectful of Speaker
        • Listen quietly
        • No phones
        • No homework
        • No talking
      • Ask questions after speech
    • Colors Speech Journal Reaction Activity
      • Activity #13--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Journal---Page #
        • Write each person's name down when presenting. After their speech, write a two sentence summary that identifies strengths (one sentence) and areas that can be improved (one sentence) OR create a T-Chart with the labels STRENGTHS and GROWTHS.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • If You Have Not Presented Your Speech:
    • Submit Speech of Introduction Manuscript on TurnItIn.com.
    • Bring printed manuscript affixed to construction paper.
    • Practice Speech of Introduction in Preparation for Presentations
  • If You Have Presented Your Speech:
    • Complete Speech of Introduction Reflection. (Due Monday)
      • Activity #14--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Reflection---Page #
        •  Congratulations! You've completed your Special Occasion Speech of Introduction! Overall, the presentations were interesting, creative and professionally presented. Now, please take a few minutes to reflect on your speech:
          • What was your favorite part of this speech and related activities?
          • How did your preparation, practice, and performance compare to the Colors Speech? What area(s) did you improve? What area(s) could you continue to improve?
          • With your response to Question #2 in mind, what one thing would you like to focus on to improve when presenting your next speech (Speech of Recognition/Speech of Acceptance)? What steps will you take to accomplish this?
          • When you reflect back on this speech and related activities, what is one thing you will take away from this experience that will help you in future public speaking situations? Be sure to explain.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Friday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Monday--Begin Fear Unit

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

10-3-2012 PS Happenings

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Speech of Introduction Presentations
    • Speech Day Procedures
      • Timer
        • Tell Mr. Buckley the time after each speech
      • Post-Speech
        • Complete Speech of Introduction Journal
        • Receive Speech Feedback from Mr. Buckley
    • 5 Point Audience Participation Grade
      • Be respectful of Speaker
        • Listen quietly
        • No phones
        • No homework
        • No talking
      • Ask questions after speech
    • Colors Speech Journal Reaction Activity
      • Activity #13--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Journal---Page #
        • Write each person's name down when presenting. After their speech, write a two sentence summary that identifies strengths (one sentence) and areas that can be improved (one sentence) OR create a T-Chart with the labels STRENGTHS and GROWTHS.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • If You Have Not Presented Your Speech:
    • Submit Speech of Introduction Manuscript on TurnItIn.com.
    • Bring printed manuscript affixed to construction paper.
    • Practice Speech of Introduction in Preparation for Presentations
  • If You Have Presented Your Speech:
    • Complete Speech of Introduction Reflection. (Due Monday)
      • Activity #14--10/3/2012--Speech of Introduction Reflection---Page #
        •  Congratulations! You've completed your Special Occasion Speech of Introduction! Overall, the presentations were interesting, creative and professionally presented. Now, please take a few minutes to reflect on your speech:
          • What was your favorite part of this speech and related activities?
          • How did your preparation, practice, and performance compare to the Colors Speech? What area(s) did you improve? What area(s) could you continue to improve?
          • With your response to Question #2 in mind, what one thing would you like to focus on to improve when presenting your next speech (Speech of Recognition/Speech of Acceptance)? What steps will you take to accomplish this?
          • When you reflect back on this speech and related activities, what is one thing you will take away from this experience that will help you in future public speaking situations? Be sure to explain.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Thursday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Friday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Monday--Begin Fear Unit

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

10-2-2012 PS Happenings

PLAN
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Speech of Introduction Work Time
    • When PUTTING AWAY the Netbooks:
      • Shut down the computer and WAIT to close the lid until the screen goes dark.
      • Make sure to place Netbook in the corresponding number compartment.
      • When plugging in Netbook, be sure to use a cord from that row. DO NOT pull a cord down or up from another row.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Submit Speech of Introduction manuscript on TurnItIn. (Due BEFORE Your Scheduled Presentation)
  • Bring a PRINTED copy of your manuscript affixed to construction paper for your Speech of Introduction.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Wednesday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Thursday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Friday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Monday--Begin Fear Unit

Monday, October 1, 2012

10-1-2012 PS Happenings

PLAN
  • SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECH SIGN UPS in Front of Room
  • Welcome, Attendance, & Daily Plan
  • Packer Contest 
  • Check Commencement Speech Journals & Chapter 15 Study Guide
  • Special Occasion Speech Example & Analysis
    • Discuss Journals
      • Activity #11--9/28/2012--Steve Jobs' Stanford Commencement Speech Delivery
        • Using the Important Things to Consider (from the bottom of the Speech of Introduction Assignment), share three comments about the delivery (i.e. stance, eye contact, voice, use of notes, etc.) of Steve Jobs' during his Stanford Commencement Speech. What did he do well? What could be improved?
      • Activity #12--9/28/2012--Steve Jobs' Stanford Commencement Speech Important Take Away
        • Steve Jobs told a few stories throughout his commencement address to the Stanford Class of 2007. When thinking back to his stories, what is one personal connection you can maketo a story and what will you take away from that connection and reflection? Explain.
  • Return Communication Test
  • Speech of Introduction Manuscript Examples
  • Speech of Introduction Grading Rubric Review
  • Speech of Introduction Work Time
    • When PUTTING AWAY the Netbooks:
      • Shut down the computer and WAIT to close the lid until the screen goes dark.
      • Make sure to place Netbook in the corresponding number compartment.
      • When plugging in Netbook, be sure to use a cord from that row. DO NOT pull a cord down or up from another row.
HOMEWORK (OFFICIAL at 3:10 P.M. Each Day)
  • Submit Speech of Introduction manuscript on TurnItIn. (Due BEFORE Your Scheduled Presentation)
  • Bring a PRINTED copy of your manuscript affixed to construction paper for your Speech of Introduction.
UPCOMING (Subject to Adjustments)
  • Tuesday--Speech of Introduction Work Day, Peer Presentations
  • Wednesday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Thursday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Friday--Speech of Introduction Presentations
  • Monday--Begin Fear Unit