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= **10th Grade Literature Poetry Analysis** = = = During the past few weeks we've been learning about analyzing poetry. The poetry unit is designed to make you a stronger writer as well as a more interactive reader. This module is a wrap up for the poetry unit! You are responsible for working hard to create an electronic portfolio that will serve as a showcase for your poetry! I can't wait to see all of your lovely work!

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**Prerequisite Skills **
Students are expected to:

be able to have between a 9th and 10th Grade reading level.

 have general knowledge of how to use a computer.

 have basic knowledge of how to use Microsoft Office (ex. Word, Power Point etc.).

 have basic asynchronous communication software skills.


 * Note:**

==Douglas County Schools has a mission to provide exceptional education to every student enrolled in the system. The school system has staff that is trained to address the learning needs of all students. Ms. Robertson is committed to working with special education teachers to help develop an individual educational plan that effectively meets the needs of each child as needed. Please click on the link below to access more information regarding special education and the [|Douglas County School System] . ==

==**Name of standards: ** **Georgia Performance Standards** ==
 * Link to standards **[[file:///C:/Users/Serena/Downloads/:%20https:/www.georgiastandards.org/Common-Core/Common%20Core%20Frameworks/CCGPS_ELA_9-10_Standards.pdf|: https://www.georgiastandards.org/Common-Core/Common%20Core%20Frameworks/CCGPS_ELA_9-10_Standards.pdf]]


 * //Standards (as written): // **
 * ELACC9-10RL2: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Determine a theme or central idea of text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ELACC9-10RL4: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone.)
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ELACC9-10W3: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequence.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ELACC9-10W4: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ELACC9-10W5: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1–3 up to and including grades 9–10.)
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ELACC9-10W6: **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically.

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=Module Objectives=

1. Once you've finished this unit you will be able to read, analyze and determine the theme of various poems with a minimum accuracy of 75% on an independent quiz. 2. You will be able to determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text and will also be able to effectively discuss your findings in a discussion forum with your peers. 3. You will be able to provide thoughtful feedback to at least three peers.

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<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A computer with the ability to connect to the internet <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Edmundo Account <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Microsoft Office <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> 8GB Flash Drive <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Ability to view video’s (ex. YouTube)

=**Required Downloads for Poetry Module**=

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=Learning Activities and Links=

1. Download the Poetry Analysis Practice Assignment document (found in the required downloads section above). 2. Read the "Seven Steps for Analyzing Poetry" document (found in the required downloads section above). 2. Complete the activities outlined on the Poetry Analysis Practice Assignment document. Use the links below to assist you. You have a **choice** between reading poems and watching YouTube videos of the poems.

Unreleased Tupac Poems Tupac Shakur Poetry Poem on Youtube A rose that grew from concrete

3. Upload your finished Poetry Analysis Assignment into the class drop box. 4. Participate in our discussion forum. Post both of your analyses on to the class discussion board for your peers to comment on. 5. Download and complete the "Poetry Analysis Peer Review Critique Sheet" as directed (found in the required downloads section above). Use this as a guide for your class d*You will be graded on your ability to provide thoughtful feedback to your peers. 6. Upload your finished Poetry Analysis Peer Review Critique Sheet" into the class drop box. 7. Visit Edmodo.com and complete the quiz titled "Analyzing Poetry" the quiz will be graded automatically.

Please feel free to call me at (770) 651-1234 or send me an email at MsRobertsonNMHS@gmail.com if you have questions or have difficulty completing any part of this assignment!

=<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Ms. Robertson has designed this course for her 10th Grade Literature class which is a part of the Douglas County School System (DCSS). Ms. Robertson and The DCSS therefore own all content including course materials which are not to be used without the permission of Ms. Robertson. Ms. Robertson can be contacted at <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Serena.Robertson@douglas.k12.ga.us = =<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you have any questions regarding the use of course materials. =