The Machine Stops Discussion

Big Idea: Ideology, utopia, and imagination

Nuance Academy: Using all 11 patterns

After today I should be able to: participate in a collaborative discussion about a complex text.

Reading: You should have two books read by October 1st.

Agenda:

1. Write a loose sentence and then rewrite it using the 11 sentence patterns below. You will have 12 sentences total.
2. Today we will have a class discussion about the short story. You will be graded on how often you talk during the discussion.

Homework:

1. Work on your vocabulary list #3. It is due by Sunday at 9PM.
2. Read your independent reading book.