World Literature Open HouseMrs. HwangBo

January 23rd, 2014

Academic Topics

Attendance is important, esp. on the block system!

Every student should come prepared to participate in class every day (book, composition book, parallel novel, paper, writing utensil).

Active participation in classroom instruction is the best way to learn and retain the curriculum.

Academic Topics

Students will have vocabulary and unit assessments regularly throughout the semester.

We are currently working on the semester research assignment. It is due on January 31st.

Academic Topics

Students will have homework regularly, but only as an extension of daily agenda items that are not completed.

If your student works diligently then homework is minimal.

HW Topics

Vocabulary book exercises

FAQ Research work

Literature readings, notes, questions

Grading System

Grades are divided into Common Core Literacy categories as listed in the syllabus.

Small assessments (quizzes, some projects) occur on a regular basis and are worth approx. 15 – 50 pts.

Larger test assessments occur at the end of each major unit.

Communication

Blog Information: http://blogs.harrisonhigh.org/rebecca_hwangbo/ - weekly plans are linked to the World Lit class page. Agenda & homework items are posted as needed, approximately 2-4 nights a week

Classroom web page: www.edmodo.com – students receive ancillary links, assignment posts, and submit some work here. Please use the parent codes & join!

Communication

Remind 101 – group texting service used for homework & club reminders. You can join now!

Text the message @mrshwangbo to (510) 924-0279

If you need help…

For questions or concerns regarding academic progress, missed assignments, make up assignments, or discipline issues please feel free to email me @ rebecca.hwangbo@cobbk12.org

This email is easily accessible (and spam-blocking proofed) through my blog at www.harrisonhigh.org

Harrison Phone # 678-594-8104, ext. 1311