English 4: 9/13, 14/10

1. Motivation videos with related discussions: A. "Famous Failures" B. "Nick Vujicic"
2. Set up and try computer logons and get computer online book. If the computers fail to work, students are to copy the instructions so they can do it at home.
3. Pages 16, 17 of the literature book for class discussion: A. What makes a true hero? B. Who really shapes society? C. Does fate control our lives? D. Can people live up to high ideals. The discussion takes up the majority of the class period. One of many goals is to get students to realize that value systems are build from environment and we have personal identities that include our community, state, and nation (sense of place). Getting to know Britain is getting to know their sense of place and personal/corporate identity.
4. Period 2 would not engage in the class discussion and was assigned 1 page essay per question for all 4 questions on pages 16 and 17, due next class. It is critical for a grade that the students give specific details and examples.