Hour 1: Thank You Letter , collect $5.00 (pizza party), Close Looking Activity
Hour 2: Library collaboration
Hour 3 and 4: Good Speeches + Research Speeches
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Monday, January 23, 2017
Speech Day 14 ...Toastmasters Day at Speech 1-23-17
Today we had a TOASTMASTERS DAY at Speech...
Pizza money was collected for our Pizza Party on Thursday ($5.00)
Best Food I Ever Ate speeches after the Toastmasters Event
Gratitude Activity
Group ... Good Speech work time
Pizza money was collected for our Pizza Party on Thursday ($5.00)
Best Food I Ever Ate speeches after the Toastmasters Event
Gratitude Activity
Group ... Good Speech work time
Friday, January 20, 2017
Speech Day 12 and 13
Thursday we gave our BEST FOOD I EVER ATE SPEECHES ... they were videotaped and guest judges came to provide feedback.
Reflections were completed at the conclusion of the speech
Friday
Hour 1:
PSAT results returned by the counseling office
Intro Activity
Hour 2: Best food Speeches
Hour 3: Reflections/Research Speeches
Hour 4: Research Speeches
Reflections were completed at the conclusion of the speech
Friday
Hour 1:
PSAT results returned by the counseling office
Intro Activity
Hour 2: Best food Speeches
Hour 3: Reflections/Research Speeches
Hour 4: Research Speeches
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Speech Day 10 and 11
Tuesday 1-17
HOUR 1:We started with our JOKES then gave Health and Wellness Speeches and Courage Speeches
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Courage Speeches
Hour 4: WGOITP Activity + How To Speeches
Wednesday 1-18
Hour 1: Activity + Health and Wellness + Rubric Distribution for Upcoming Speeches
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Courage + How To
Hour 4: Activity
HOUR 1:We started with our JOKES then gave Health and Wellness Speeches and Courage Speeches
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Courage Speeches
Hour 4: WGOITP Activity + How To Speeches
Wednesday 1-18
Hour 1: Activity + Health and Wellness + Rubric Distribution for Upcoming Speeches
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Courage + How To
Hour 4: Activity
Friday, January 13, 2017
Speech Days 6-7-8-9
Tuesday 1-10 we did volunteer service at the food bank
Wed-Thurs-Friday
Hour 1: Activity + How To Speech
Wed: Three things learned at FOOD BANK/Three things for which I am grateful
Thurs: Food Bank Thank You Note
Fri: Reflection
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Health & wellness
Hour 4: Courage + Course Selection
Wed-Thurs-Friday
Hour 1: Activity + How To Speech
Wed: Three things learned at FOOD BANK/Three things for which I am grateful
Thurs: Food Bank Thank You Note
Fri: Reflection
Hour 2: Library
Hour 3: Health & wellness
Hour 4: Courage + Course Selection
Monday, January 9, 2017
Speech DAY 5
Today we worked out the GLITCHES in preparation for our service day tomorrow. REMINDER...meet AT the FOOD BANK at 8:45 and be picked up by 11:30 (no later).
We looked at the Naviance Report and studied it to see how we each learn best.We will continue to use this...keep with you.
In the library we worked on:
Wed-Friday we will have HOUR 2 in the library to work on the following. The better you use your time, the less homework you will have.
We looked at the Naviance Report and studied it to see how we each learn best.We will continue to use this...keep with you.
In the library we worked on:
- Visuals for How To or Best Food Speech
- Looked up a JOKE
- began our research speech
Wed-Friday we will have HOUR 2 in the library to work on the following. The better you use your time, the less homework you will have.
- Research Speech
- Good Speech (group)
- Best Food
Speech Days Three and Four
We spent the second hour in the library each day.
Thursday - day three- we had a NAVIANCE training with the counselors. Complete and print and bring to class on Monday 1-9-17.
We will continue Intro speeches and begin Health and Wellness Speeches.
Thursday - day three- we had a NAVIANCE training with the counselors. Complete and print and bring to class on Monday 1-9-17.
We will continue Intro speeches and begin Health and Wellness Speeches.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
2017 Speech DAY TWO
Today we began interviewing our classmates to get to know them better. As attendance was taken we shared what we learned.
We spent 1.5 class periods in the library researching for the Health and Wellness and Courage Speeches
We spent the final 1.5 class periods:
We spent 1.5 class periods in the library researching for the Health and Wellness and Courage Speeches
We spent the final 1.5 class periods:
- finishing the article about FAKE NEWS we started yesterday
- discussing MLA format
- listening to Introductory speeches
Monday, January 2, 2017
Health and Wellness Informative Speech
LIBRARY TIME
We will have one hour in the library the first week to begin researching for the next speeches. You must have a visual for all speeches...you need to use PowerPoint or Prezi for this speech (www.prezi.com).
HEALTH and WELLNESS SPEECH DUE FRIDAY 1-5-17
TOPICS MUST BE CHOSEN BY TUESDAY 1-2-17 at the end of the library time.
HEALTH and WELLNESS SPEECH
The speech is a 3-5 minute speech about a health and wellness topic.
THE GOAL: learn to discern between SCHOLARLY research and simple searches that are not adequate for academic work. Yes, ProQuest must be one of your sources (write down passwords while in the library). You are looking for CREDIBLE sources, ask me if you have questions about credibility.
THE END RESULT: You will find three articles about the same topic related to HEALTH and NUTRITION. You will active read the articles to find out what information the articles have in common. You will prepare a 3-5 minute speech to share your knowledge with your peers.
WRITTEN PORTION: You need 300-500 words in MLA format (In-Text citations and a Works Cited Page) with a beginning (includes a THESIS), middle, and an end. Upload the document to CANVAS before you give your speech (7 AM Speech day is the deadline)
VISUAL AID
WHAT TOPICS COULD I RESEARCH?
This is just a list of suggestions, please confirm your topic with me to avoid overlap in our presentations:
1. How to stay safe when the windchill is below zero?
2. What is a gluten free diet and why must some people adhere to it?
3. What is a casein free diet and why must some people adhere to it?
4. What is a vegan diet?
5. What is a vegetarian diet?
6. From choosemyplate.gov, look under healthy eating tips and research the tips for eating healthy while eating out.
7. From www.choosemyplate.gov, look under healthy eating and research tips for food safety.
8. What are the health benefits of eating breakfast.
9. What are the best options for post workout nutrition/hydration.
10. What is heat stroke? What steps can be taken to avoid heat stroke while exercising?
11. What are superfoods? Why are these foods considered superfoods?
12. What is the difference between natural sugars and refined sugar? Which is better for one to consume?
13. What foods are best to eat prior to a workout/game to prepare the body for competition?
14. Are energy drinks healthy choices? If so, what should you look for in the ingredients? If not, what is a healthier choice?
15. Explain the positive and negative effects of caffeine on the body.
16. What does the term GMO (genetically modified ingredients) mean to me? What are GMOs and where do they show up in our food? Are they good for us? Should we avoid them?
17. Are antibacterial hand sanitizers all they are advertised to be?
18. How much sleep does the body need to recover and repair in preparation fr the next day? Does this amount of sleep change as one ages? What is the target amount of sleep for YOUR AGE GROUP?
19. What does it mean if a product is labeled ORGANIC? Why does it matter? What does one have to do to get their products labeled organic?
20. There are many choices when one goes into the grocery store to buy milk? What is the difference, nutritionally, between cow's milk (low fat...to vitamin D), Almond milk, Coconut Milk, and Soy Milk?
21. What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fat? Which is the "better" fat?
22. What is the difference between butter and margarine? Which is better for our bodies?
23. What foods are on the Dirty Dozen list and the Clean Fifteen list? What is the purpose of the lists? How should the information impact the way we purchase food?
24. Many people have an allergy to peanuts. Explain the dietary restrictions for people with a peanut allergy.
25. With the rise in obesity, we need to make good choices when it comes to our diet. What are healthy choices we can make in the grocery store in the "granola bar" aisle and in the "chips" aisle?
26. What is better as we age to keep our mind healthy: exercise or mentally stimulating activities like reading a book or learning a new skill? Explain how one can age gracefully and keep mentally clear.
27. What are the mental and physical benefits of exercise?
28. Organically grown fruits and vegetables are the best choice. If you MUST buy packaged fruits and vegetables why is it better to purchase FROZEN vs canned?
We will have one hour in the library the first week to begin researching for the next speeches. You must have a visual for all speeches...you need to use PowerPoint or Prezi for this speech (www.prezi.com).
HEALTH and WELLNESS SPEECH DUE FRIDAY 1-5-17
TOPICS MUST BE CHOSEN BY TUESDAY 1-2-17 at the end of the library time.
HEALTH and WELLNESS SPEECH
The speech is a 3-5 minute speech about a health and wellness topic.
THE GOAL: learn to discern between SCHOLARLY research and simple searches that are not adequate for academic work. Yes, ProQuest must be one of your sources (write down passwords while in the library). You are looking for CREDIBLE sources, ask me if you have questions about credibility.
THE END RESULT: You will find three articles about the same topic related to HEALTH and NUTRITION. You will active read the articles to find out what information the articles have in common. You will prepare a 3-5 minute speech to share your knowledge with your peers.
WRITTEN PORTION: You need 300-500 words in MLA format (In-Text citations and a Works Cited Page) with a beginning (includes a THESIS), middle, and an end. Upload the document to CANVAS before you give your speech (7 AM Speech day is the deadline)
VISUAL AID
- (PREZI): A minimum of 4 Prezi slides with NO MORE than 10 words per slide. A maximum of 10 Prezi slides. Slides ENHANCE your talk.
- (PowerPoint): A minimum of 4 slides with NO MORE than 10 words per slide. A maximum of 10 PowerPoint slides. Slides enhance your talk.
- VISUALS are meant to enhance your spoken word...add images or help audience understand spelling of complex or new terms/foreign words, etc.
WHAT TOPICS COULD I RESEARCH?
This is just a list of suggestions, please confirm your topic with me to avoid overlap in our presentations:
1. How to stay safe when the windchill is below zero?
2. What is a gluten free diet and why must some people adhere to it?
3. What is a casein free diet and why must some people adhere to it?
4. What is a vegan diet?
5. What is a vegetarian diet?
6. From choosemyplate.gov, look under healthy eating tips and research the tips for eating healthy while eating out.
7. From www.choosemyplate.gov, look under healthy eating and research tips for food safety.
8. What are the health benefits of eating breakfast.
9. What are the best options for post workout nutrition/hydration.
10. What is heat stroke? What steps can be taken to avoid heat stroke while exercising?
11. What are superfoods? Why are these foods considered superfoods?
12. What is the difference between natural sugars and refined sugar? Which is better for one to consume?
13. What foods are best to eat prior to a workout/game to prepare the body for competition?
14. Are energy drinks healthy choices? If so, what should you look for in the ingredients? If not, what is a healthier choice?
15. Explain the positive and negative effects of caffeine on the body.
16. What does the term GMO (genetically modified ingredients) mean to me? What are GMOs and where do they show up in our food? Are they good for us? Should we avoid them?
17. Are antibacterial hand sanitizers all they are advertised to be?
18. How much sleep does the body need to recover and repair in preparation fr the next day? Does this amount of sleep change as one ages? What is the target amount of sleep for YOUR AGE GROUP?
19. What does it mean if a product is labeled ORGANIC? Why does it matter? What does one have to do to get their products labeled organic?
20. There are many choices when one goes into the grocery store to buy milk? What is the difference, nutritionally, between cow's milk (low fat...to vitamin D), Almond milk, Coconut Milk, and Soy Milk?
21. What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fat? Which is the "better" fat?
22. What is the difference between butter and margarine? Which is better for our bodies?
23. What foods are on the Dirty Dozen list and the Clean Fifteen list? What is the purpose of the lists? How should the information impact the way we purchase food?
24. Many people have an allergy to peanuts. Explain the dietary restrictions for people with a peanut allergy.
25. With the rise in obesity, we need to make good choices when it comes to our diet. What are healthy choices we can make in the grocery store in the "granola bar" aisle and in the "chips" aisle?
26. What is better as we age to keep our mind healthy: exercise or mentally stimulating activities like reading a book or learning a new skill? Explain how one can age gracefully and keep mentally clear.
27. What are the mental and physical benefits of exercise?
28. Organically grown fruits and vegetables are the best choice. If you MUST buy packaged fruits and vegetables why is it better to purchase FROZEN vs canned?
Courage Informative Speech
LIBRARY TIME:
We will spend an hour in the library the first week. During that hour we will use the library resources to find articles about COURAGEOUS PEOPLE.
TOPICS MUST BE CHOSEN BY THURSDAY 1-4-17.
THE GOAL: learn to discern between SCHOLARLY research and simple searches that are not adequate for academic work.
THE END RESULT: You will define courage based on the dictionary definition and well as your interpretation of the term. You will find THREE articles about the person on ProQuest, CQ Researcher, or a scholarly website (a .edu or .gov). You will active read the articles to find out what information the articles have in common and what they teach you about the person. Remember each author has his or her own "angle". You will prepare a 5 minute speech to share your knowledge with your peers. Due...Monday 1-8-17.
Written Requirement: You will write a well-written essay in MLA format explaining reasons why this person is courageous. You will include a Works Cited Page in MLA format (see Purdue's OWL for assistance).
Essay Guidelines: 250 words (list in parenthesis after last word), double spaced (this means about 1 page), and a minimum of three paragraphs...an intro, body, and conclusion.
Your Essay will have a thesis (a roadmap to keep your paper organized) in paragraph one. A sample thesis for this assignment would be:
______________ is a courageous person for the following reasons: (list them).
(in the body paragraph(s) explain why he or she is courageous)
Grading Rubric for WRITTEN PORTION:
+ _________/ 20 Thorough Details about why this person is courageous
+ _________/ 10 MLA format is used for IN-TEXT CITATIONS as well as Works Cited Page
+ ________ / 5 Essay is a minimum of 3 paragraphs, double spaced, Word Count is listed and on target, and uses Times New Roman 12 Point Font
Visual Requirement: Picture of Person...send me an email (rmacvay@sahs.org) with his/her picture (attachment)
WHAT NAMES COULD I RESEARCH?
This is just a list of suggestions of courageous people, please confirm your person with me to avoid overlap in our presentations:
1. Helen Keller
2. Rosa Parks
3. Martin Luther King, Jr.
4. Irene Gut Opdyke
5. Irena Sendler
6. Jan Karski
7. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
8. Thomas Jefferson
9. Nelson Mandela
10. Mother Teresa
11. Maximilian Kolbe
12. George Orwell
13. Mahatma Gandhi.
14. Chiune Sugihara
15. Desomnd Tutu
16. Dali Lama
17. Amelia Earhart
18. Martin Niemöller
19. Sophie Scholl
20. Olaudah Equiano
21. Frederick Douglass
22. Leonardo da Vinci
23. Malala Yousafzai
24. Mikhail Gorbachev
25. Louis Zamperini
26. Socrates
27. Winston Churchill
28. Arthur Ashe
29. Aristides de Sousa Mendes
30. John McCain
31. Susan B. Anthony
32. Harriett Tubman
33. Bennet Ifeakandu Omalu
Homework Part 1: Prepare above speech/written portion for Monday 1-8-16
Homework Part 2: Read Chapter 4 of your speech book for Monday 1-8-16
We will spend an hour in the library the first week. During that hour we will use the library resources to find articles about COURAGEOUS PEOPLE.
TOPICS MUST BE CHOSEN BY THURSDAY 1-4-17.
THE GOAL: learn to discern between SCHOLARLY research and simple searches that are not adequate for academic work.
THE END RESULT: You will define courage based on the dictionary definition and well as your interpretation of the term. You will find THREE articles about the person on ProQuest, CQ Researcher, or a scholarly website (a .edu or .gov). You will active read the articles to find out what information the articles have in common and what they teach you about the person. Remember each author has his or her own "angle". You will prepare a 5 minute speech to share your knowledge with your peers. Due...Monday 1-8-17.
Written Requirement: You will write a well-written essay in MLA format explaining reasons why this person is courageous. You will include a Works Cited Page in MLA format (see Purdue's OWL for assistance).
Essay Guidelines: 250 words (list in parenthesis after last word), double spaced (this means about 1 page), and a minimum of three paragraphs...an intro, body, and conclusion.
Your Essay will have a thesis (a roadmap to keep your paper organized) in paragraph one. A sample thesis for this assignment would be:
______________ is a courageous person for the following reasons: (list them).
(in the body paragraph(s) explain why he or she is courageous)
Grading Rubric for WRITTEN PORTION:
+ _________/ 20 Thorough Details about why this person is courageous
+ _________/ 10 MLA format is used for IN-TEXT CITATIONS as well as Works Cited Page
+ ________ / 5 Essay is a minimum of 3 paragraphs, double spaced, Word Count is listed and on target, and uses Times New Roman 12 Point Font
Visual Requirement: Picture of Person...send me an email (rmacvay@sahs.org) with his/her picture (attachment)
WHAT NAMES COULD I RESEARCH?
This is just a list of suggestions of courageous people, please confirm your person with me to avoid overlap in our presentations:
1. Helen Keller
2. Rosa Parks
3. Martin Luther King, Jr.
4. Irene Gut Opdyke
5. Irena Sendler
6. Jan Karski
7. Dietrich Bonhoeffer
8. Thomas Jefferson
9. Nelson Mandela
10. Mother Teresa
11. Maximilian Kolbe
12. George Orwell
13. Mahatma Gandhi.
14. Chiune Sugihara
15. Desomnd Tutu
16. Dali Lama
17. Amelia Earhart
18. Martin Niemöller
19. Sophie Scholl
20. Olaudah Equiano
21. Frederick Douglass
22. Leonardo da Vinci
23. Malala Yousafzai
24. Mikhail Gorbachev
25. Louis Zamperini
26. Socrates
27. Winston Churchill
28. Arthur Ashe
29. Aristides de Sousa Mendes
30. John McCain
31. Susan B. Anthony
32. Harriett Tubman
33. Bennet Ifeakandu Omalu
Homework Part 1: Prepare above speech/written portion for Monday 1-8-16
Homework Part 2: Read Chapter 4 of your speech book for Monday 1-8-16
Welcome to Speech 2017 ... DAY ONE
The BLOG will contain details about what happens in class in case you are absent or need to miss part of the class for some reason.
DAY ONE:
We will watch TWO You Tube Videos ... one about a mortal fear of public speaking and one about posture/non-verbal communication.
We will discuss ETHOS, PATHOS, and LOGOS pages 332-333 in the text
We will begin to research Health and Wellness as well as Courage speeches
We will discuss our favorite movie (attendance) and get textbooks (please cover to keep in good condition)
HOMEWORK:
Bring a dictionary/vocabulary book - every day
Bring your favorite book and be prepared to explain THREE reasons why it is your favorite - Thursday 1-5-17
Prepare introductory speech/artifact for Wednesday (3-5 minutes/videotaped...just practice)
DAY ONE:
We will watch TWO You Tube Videos ... one about a mortal fear of public speaking and one about posture/non-verbal communication.
We will discuss ETHOS, PATHOS, and LOGOS pages 332-333 in the text
We will begin to research Health and Wellness as well as Courage speeches
We will discuss our favorite movie (attendance) and get textbooks (please cover to keep in good condition)
HOMEWORK:
Bring a dictionary/vocabulary book - every day
Bring your favorite book and be prepared to explain THREE reasons why it is your favorite - Thursday 1-5-17
Prepare introductory speech/artifact for Wednesday (3-5 minutes/videotaped...just practice)
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