Perid One -- Social 20
Concluded taking notes on the concept of conflict and conflict resolution. From that point, started an assignment based on how certain groups might/should act under different types of conflict. Time will be given to complete this assignment tomorrow.
Period Two -- Social 30
Tried to evaluate the success and problems that arose with Confederation. A handout with six questions was given. This assignment is due for Wednesday.
Period Three -- Social 10
Identified needs and wants that each individual has. Took it a step further to see how many of these items are readily available in Canada. This all lead up to an introduction to trading between nations; what is it and why does it take place.
Period Four & Five -- ELA 20
Discussed the pro's and con's of the recently completed speeches. Creative Writing students continue to work on their Trilogy. Media Studies working on the creation of their own, unique newspaper.
Period Six -- ELA 10
Those students yet to complete the reading assessment finished up. The remainder of the class worked on compiling a list of fifty things they would like to do before they die.
Period Seven -- ELA 9
Listened to the two remaining speeches. Talked about the pro's and con's of the speeches. Introduced a new topic: Myths. Students were asked to try to define what a myth is and provided examples if possible. Assigned students to read the short story "The Gift of Stories, The Gift of Breath". Once completed reading, they are to complete 1a,b,c on P. 175 of Crossroads. This is due tomorrow.
Have a good night, Mr. Morin