LP: Nov 5 – 9

Education & Technology & Life

November 5, 2007

More than usual, I’m excited for the end of this week. I’ll be heading off to Washington DC with a number of 8th graders. Can’t wait!

Objectives: H.8SS.5 A-E

Date	What We’re Doing in class	Homework
11/5	WU: Moodle: Continue with Topic 11 (which focuses on the Articles)	Study
11/6	WU Finish the Presentation Quizlet Terms Explain Sketch Casting Project Begin Designing Sketch Cast	Study
11/7	WU: Continue Sketch Cast	Study
11/8	Moodle: Topic 12 Out for Professional Development	Study
11/9	WU Guided Reading Out for Professional Development

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