Tuesday, April 29, 2008

4-29-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Mrs. Elliott, VVMS Librarian, shared several online and print resources to be used in the Hurricane Wiki Project. Each Hurricane Wiki Team shared their City & Hurricane Initial activity on the LRT wiki. I reviewed and explained many important aspects of the Hurricane Wiki Project. Each Hurricane Wiki Team began working on their wiki using the research strategies taught by Mrs. Elliott..

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Respond to the blog entry Thank You Mrs. Elliott. (DUE Thursday)
  • Respond to the blog entry Hurricane Wiki Project Tasks. (DUE Thursday)
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Monday, April 28, 2008

Hurricane Wiki Project Tasks

Now that you have had a chance to find out more about the expectations for the Hurricane Wiki Project and reviewed your individual tasks, respond to the following questions:
  1. What is the name of your assigned hurricane?
  2. What is your role? (Hurricane Specialist, Computer Specialist, Editor, etc.)
  3. Which task are you most looking forward to working on? Why?
  4. Which task are you least looking forward to working on? Why?

Thank You Mrs. Elliott!

On Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29, Mrs. Elliott, VVMS librarian, shared online and print resources for the Hurricane Wiki Project. Take a moment to thank Mrs. Elliott for sharing her time and expertise.

4-28-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Mrs. Elliott, VVMS Librarian, shared several online and print resources to be used in the Hurricane Wiki Project. Each Hurricane Wiki Team shared their City & Hurricane Initial activity on the LRT wiki. I reviewed and explained many important aspects of the Hurricane Wiki Project. Each Hurricane Wiki Team began working on their wiki using the research strategies taught by Mrs. Elliott..

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Respond to the blog entry Thank You Mrs. Elliott. (DUE Wednesday)
  • Respond to the blog entry Hurricane Wiki Project Tasks. (DUE Wednesday)
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

4-25-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Students paired-and-shared about their Hurricane Flow Map and Hurricane and City Initial Information sheet while I checked each. We watched a Brainpop on the Water Cycle and answered the online Graded Review Quiz as a class. We read and discussed The Story: Part 3 from the Hurricane! book. Students watched Raging Planet: Hurricane and then reviewed and discussed the study guide questions as a class. I introduced the LRT wiki (mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com) and explained the wiki assignment to be completed. Students began working on their Hurricane Wiki for the remainder of class.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Answer the poll question, What do you use to record your LRT homework?
  • Go to mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com and click on Hurricane Unit. Complete the Wiki Assignment City and Hurricane Initial Information activity for your group's city and hurricane. Remember that you must enter the password (packers) to make changes. (DUE Tuesday)
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Thursday, April 24, 2008

4-28-2008 Weekly Update

  • Media Center Presentation
  • Hurricane Wiki Timeline
  • Hurricane Wiki Production Time
  • Hurricane Wiki TASK 1 DUE
  • RIF

4-24-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Students paired-and-shared about their Hurricane Flow Map and Hurricane and City Initial Information sheet while I checked each. We watched a Brainpop on the Water Cycle and answered the online Graded Review Quiz as a class. We read and discussed The Story: Part 3 from the Hurricane! book. Students watched Raging Planet: Hurricane and then reviewed and discussed the study guide questions as a class. I introduced the LRT wiki (mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com) and explained the wiki assignment to be completed. Students began working on their Hurricane Wiki for the remainder of class.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Answer the poll question, What do you use to record your LRT homework?
  • Go to mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com and click on Hurricane Unit. Complete the Wiki Assignment City and Hurricane Initial Information activity for your group's city and hurricane. Remember that you must enter the password (packers) to make changes. (DUE Monday)
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

4-23-2008 (A Day) Happenings

  1. As a class, watch the Brainpop on Humidity and complete the Online Quiz as a class.
  2. Read Hurricane Formation in the Hurricane! Book (Page 19).
  3. Complete both sides of the Hurricane Formation-Creating a Flow Map activity from your yellow packet. I will check this on Thursday.
  4. Complete the City and Hurricane Initial Information activity from your yellow packet. You should be able to research online. I will check this on Thursday.
With the exception of Brainpop, this is an independent activity. Please do your own work!

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Complete any work that you did not finish in class. (DUE Friday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

4-22-2008 (B Day) Happenings

5/6 and 7/8--I will be at the District Office writing curriculum today. Please be respectful and complete the following items:
  1. As a class, watch the Brainpop on Humidity and complete the Online Quiz as a class. Mrs. Budke should write down the class score and I will enter it into Gradequick.
  2. Read Hurricane Formation in the Hurricane! Book (Page 19).
  3. Complete both sides of the Hurricane Formation-Creating a Flow Map activity from your yellow packet. I will check this on Thursday.
  4. Complete the City and Hurricane Initial Information activity from your yellow packet. You should be able to research online. I will check this on Thursday.
With the exception of Brainpop, this is an independent activity. Please do your own work!

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Complete any work that you did not finish in class. (DUE Thursday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Monday, April 21, 2008

4-21-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Students reviewed the roles for the Hurricane Wiki from the yellow Hurricane Packet. Students filled out the Hurricane Newspaper Role Request Sheet. I selected editors and created teams. Students spent a brief amount of time completing RIF. I assigned a hurricane and affected city to each newspaper team. Each team then reviewed their role and began researching their city and hurricane.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Respond to the blog entry Hurricane and City Facts (DUE Wednesday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Friday, April 18, 2008

Hurricane and City Facts

Now that you've been assigned a Wiki Team, a hurricane and a city affected by the hurricane, complete the following items:
  1. List your class (1/2 A, 5/6 B, etc.)
  2. Name your assigned hurricane.
  3. Name you assigned city and state.
  4. Research online:
    • Provide 5 facts about your hurricane.
    • Provide 5 facts about your city.
Please complete the following information by providing facts and details. This is meant to be an introductory exploration and fact-finding activity in preparation for the actual research of your hurricane and city.

4-18-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I checked for supplies. Students reviewed the roles for the Hurricane Wiki from the yellow Hurricane Packet. Students filled out the Hurricane Newspaper Role Request Sheet. I selected editors and created teams. Students spent a brief amount of time completing RIF. I assigned a hurricane and affected city to each newspaper team. Each team then reviewed their role and began researching their city and hurricane.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Respond to the blog entry Hurricane and City Facts (DUE Tuesday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Thursday, April 17, 2008

4-17-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I checked supplies. Students watched a Brainpop on Weather and completed a class quiz together. We read Andrew's Windy Rain of Terror from the Hurricane! book and I shared some Content Reading Strategies. Students continued and finished reading On the Job for Editor-in-Chief (10), Meteorologist (18), Hurricane Specialist (24), Natural Hazards Planner (27) and Reporter (40). While reading these articles, students completed the worksheet On the Job--Expert Tasks Q & A. Once finished, students read their RIF material.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

4-21-2008 Weekly Update

  • MCA Math
  • Hurricanes: Deadly Season
  • Intro to Hurricane Project
  • Brainpop
  • Hurricane City Research
  • Raging Planet

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

4-16-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I checked supplies. Students watched a Brainpop on Weather and completed a class quiz together. We read Andrew's Windy Rain of Terror from the Hurricane! book and I shared some Content Reading Strategies. Students continued and finished reading On the Job for Editor-in-Chief (10), Meteorologist (18), Hurricane Specialist (24), Natural Hazards Planner (27) and Reporter (40). While reading these articles, students completed the worksheet On the Job--Expert Tasks Q & A. Once finished, students read their RIF material.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

LRT 7/8 A Megaconference Wiki

This post is for Mr. Buckley's LRT 7/8 A class only.

As we work on our presentation for the Minnesota Megaconference, we will use a wiki to collaborate and prepare together.

The wiki address is www.mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com.

Task--Please go to the LRT wiki and click on Minnesota Megaconference. Then add your first name and last initial to the list of students for 7/8 A.

Let's work together to create and deliver an awesome presentation!

4-15-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I checked supplies and gave students a new seating chart and the LRT Calendar for April, May and June. I handed out the Hurricane Packet. We watched a brief video on Hurricane Andrew and recorded thoughts related to Hurricanes. Students completed a pre-reading assignment and then we read A Hurricane's Humble Beginnings from the Hurricane! book. I shared some Content Reading Strategies. We watched a Brainpop on hurricanes and answered review questions in the packet. Students began reading On the Job for Editor-in-Chief (10), Meteorologist (18), Hurricane Specialist (24), Natural Hazards Planner (27) and Reporter (40). While reading these articles, students completed the worksheet On the Job--Expert Tasks Q & A. Students will complete this assignment during the first 10-15 minutes of the next class.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Comment on the blog entry 3-2-1 Discussion of the Personal Experience Speech Module. (DUE Thursday)
  • Comment on the blog entry The Wonder Years: An Example of a Personal Experience Speech. (DUE Thursday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Monday, April 14, 2008

The Wonder Years: An Example of a Personal Experience Speech

The Wonder Years serves as a great example of a Personal Experience Speech. The time and place are established, chronological details are shared and each episode ends with some sort of lesson. What do you think was the lesson of one of the episodes of The Wonder Years? Can you relate to that lesson? In other words, have you had a similar experience or learned that lesson?

3-2-1 Discussion of the Personal Experience Speech Module

Now that the Personal Experience Speech Module is over, please take a few moments to complete a 3-2-1 discussion.
  • Give 3 putups--let me know what you found interesting, enjoyable, educational, worthwhile, etc.
  • Make 2 suggestions--let me know what I could do differently to make the module more interesting, fun, educational, worthwhile, etc.
  • Provide 1 rating--Rate the Personal Experience Speech Module on a scale of 1-4 (1=Loved It, 2=Liked It, 3=Didn't Like It, 4=Hated It). Explain your ranking.
Your comments help me understand what is good about the Personal Experience Speech Module and what I can do to make it better in the future. Thanks for your time and input.

4-14-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I checked supplies and gave students a new seating chart and the LRT Calendar for April, May and June. I handed out the Hurricane Packet. We watched a brief video on Hurricane Andrew and recorded thoughts related to Hurricanes. Students completed a pre-reading assignment and then we read A Hurricane's Humble Beginnings from the Hurricane! book. I shared some Content Reading Strategies. We watched a Brainpop on hurricanes and answered review questions in the packet. Students began reading On the Job for Editor-in-Chief (10), Meteorologist (18), Hurricane Specialist (24), Natural Hazards Planner (27) and Reporter (40). While reading these articles, students completed the worksheet On the Job--Expert Tasks Q & A. Students will complete this assignment during the first 10-15 minutes of the next class.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Comment on the blog entry 3-2-1 Discussion of the Personal Experience Speech Module. (DUE Wednesday)
  • Comment on the blog entry The Wonder Years: An Example of a Personal Experience Speech. (DUE Wednesday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Friday, April 11, 2008

4-11-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I welcomed students and took attendance. Students checked their 3rd Quarter grade on Edline. Students commented on the blog. We watched The Wonder Years as an example of an extended Personal Experience Speech. In some classes, students finished with a brief amount of RIF.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Comment on the blog entry Personal Experience Speech Reflection. (DUE Tuesday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

4-14-2008 Weekly Update

  • New Seating Chart
  • Intro to Hurricanes Unit
  • Brainpop-Hurricanes and Weather
  • Reading a Weather Map
  • Tracking a Hurricane
  • Intro to Hurricane Wiki Project

4-10-2008 (B Day) Happenings

I welcomed students and took attendance. We continued with Part 2 of Mr. Vant Washington's presentation on Circle Justice.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Comment on the blog entry Circle Justice Reflection. (DUE Monday)
  • Comment on the blog entry Circle Justice Scenario. (DUE Monday)
  • Comment on the blog entry Thank You Mr. Washington. (DUE Monday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Thank You Mr. Washington

Mr. Washington did an exceptional job working with the 8th grade. Take a moment to write a thank you to Mr. Washington for sharing his time, talent and expertise with us. Please make sure you are respectful and kind. I will print your comments and send to Mr. Washington.

Circle Justice Scenarios

During the Circle Justice presentation, your class had an opportunity to conduct Circle Justice using a role-playing scenario. Write your own Circle Justice scenario.
  • Be sure to include all characters defining who each character is.
  • Set up the situation explaining in detail what occurred for the offending incident and where things now stand leading up to this Circle Justice.
Be sure to write in detail and share enough information so others will fully understand the scenario.

Circle Justice Reflection

During the past two classes, you had the opportunity to participate in Mr. Vant Washington's Circle Justice activity. Please take a few minutes to reflect on the activity and respond to the following questions:
  1. In your own words, describe what Circle Justice is.
  2. Why might Circle Justice be helpful?
  3. What was one thing that you learned about Circle Justice?
  4. On a scale of 1-4 (1=Hated It, 2=Didn't Like It, 3=Liked It, 4=Loved It), rate this activity. Explain your rating.
Please completely and thoroughly answer each question. Thanks.

4-9-2008 (A Day) Happenings

I welcomed students and took attendance. We continued with Part 2 of Mr. Vant Washington's presentation on Circle Justice.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • Comment on the blog entry Circle Justice Reflection. (DUE Friday)
  • Comment on the blog entry Circle Justice Scenario. (DUE Friday)
  • Comment on the blog entry Thank You Mr. Washington. (DUE Friday)
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

4-8-2008 (B Day) Happenings

Welcome Back! I hope you had a great Spring Break!

I welcomed students and took attendance. I explained the moderating feature on Blogger and provided some tips to prevent losing comments on Blogger. We joined Mr. Forster's class for Part 1 of Mr. Vant Washington's Presentation on Circle Justice.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.

4-7-2008 (A Day) Happenings

Welcome Back! I hope you had a great Spring Break!

I welcomed students and took attendance. I explained the moderating feature on Blogger and provided some tips to prevent losing comments on Blogger. We joined Mr. Forster's class for Part 1 of Mr. Vant Washington's Presentation on Circle Justice.

Assignment
Purple Writing Indicates New Assignments
  • If you'd like, vote on the polls.
  • Check Mr. Buckley's LRT Blog (www.mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com) daily and complete any tasks that are added.
  • Bring all supplies to class.
All extra credit assignments are optional.
Mr. Buckleys' LRT Blog--mrbuckleyslrtblog.blogspot.com
Mr. Buckley's LRT Wiki--
mrbuckleyslrtwiki.pbwiki.com
Please remember that all handouts can be downloaded and printed out at http://edline.net/.