518+-+Agenda+-+1.23.13

12:00 - 12:10 - Welcome & Announcements
 * Technical problems with the Key Assessment Template - You have to make a copy of the document and then rename it and share it with me. If you just rename it, you override the document for everyone else.
 * Feb 1 - LC Project
 * Mini-unit - Do you have a general topic?
 * Learning Journals - This is a great place to discuss/think about your readings.
 * Engagement Review - "What is your current understanding of student engagement?"
 * Today's Objectives:
 * Articulate a broad definition of literacy in a 21st century context
 * Describe an interactive model for reading
 * Begin to think about the concept of "academic language" and it's relationship to student engagement

12:10 - 12:15 - Swap Shop 12:15 - 12:40 - What does it mean to be literate in the 21st Century? > 21st century literacy sculpture > What does this mean for reading?
 * http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ni75vIE4vdk

12:40 - 1:15 - Interactive model of reading
 * [[file:tricky texts.pptx]]
 * What are the implications of academic language on reading comprehension?

1:15 - 1:45 - Academic Language, Introduction > What is academic language? > How is AL related to engagement
 * http://gonzagateach.wikispaces.com/Academic+Language+Video+Examples


 * Housekeeping**
 * **For Friday -**
 * ​Swap Shop - Lauren, Abe
 * Zwiers, chapter 4 - As you read this, focus your attention on the section about your subject are (but read the entire chapter). Consider this question: "How is academic language in my subject area similar and different from AL in other subjects?" (In your journal, write a one-paragraph response based on your reading of this chapter)
 * Continue reading //Holler (should be finished by Monday)//
 * Academic Language Module //(due Monday)//