Monday
In class: After reviewing the WAG (Writing Assignment Guide) for the magazine article research project, students will use graphic organizers to set a research goal and conduct "presearch" (initial reading to learn more about their topic) on their chosen topic.
HW: Finish "Setting Research Goals" sheet if necessary, read independently for 30 min.
Tuesday
In class: Students will continue the research process by completing their "presearch" in order to narrow the focus of their topic and then write at least 4 good research questions for this topic.
HW: Finish writing Research Questions if necessary, read independently for 30 min.
Wednesday
In class: After reviewing the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing, students will practice each skill in small groups in preparation for taking notes on their independent research for the magazine article project.
HW: Read independently for 30 min.
Thursday
In class: After reviewing how to use Noodle Tools, students will view a video on plagiarism before starting their own independent research and taking notes on a chosen template.
HW: Read independently for 30 min.
Friday
In class: Students will continue to conduct their independent research for the magazine article project using at least 3 different sources and record source information and notes on a chosen template.
HW: Read independently for 30 min.
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