The following system is designed for students to be self-directed learners. Students create their own essential question, take interactive notes on that question, formulate a thesis statement in response to their notes, then write an argumentative essay that caters to their thesis statement. *This unit is a work in progress. I am still working on making it better. Step 1: Create an Essential Question Example Worksheet: Example Essential Questions: Step 2: Take Interactive Notes on Your […]

If I have 10-20 minutes to spare at the end of class, I love giving trivia. Students gather into teams and compete. Trivia makes for a great way to end class on a positive note.

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For many of my students, it is the “silly” questions that yield the best debates. It is when my students are focused on ideas and arguments that their writing shines. If you are looking for a topic that builds on prior knowledge, and get student riled up – try this: Is a hot dog a sandwich? I have included a video explanation, worksheet, and additional reading from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC). […]

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