Questions from "Coming into Language"

Jimmy Santiago Baca in Grove Atlantic

Goal: Finish Baca's piece, "Coming into Language" and answer questions based on the text

Agenda: 
Journal
Finish "Coming into Language"
Navigating the Waters Questions
EdPuzzle Video Online

1. Journal 
Do you agree with Baca that not knowing how to use language can lead to violence? Explain your thoughts.

2. Finish "Coming into Language" 

• Yesterday we began to read "Coming into Language" by Jimmy Santiago Baca 
• Your job today is to finish it.
• We drew a line where you should start reading (1st period - page 22, 3rd period - page 19)
• Read TOGETHER in your table groups
• When you are finished, summarize the story back to each other so you are clear on Baca's message

3. Navigating the Waters Questions 

• There are questions in Google Classroom called "Navigating the Waters: Coming into Language" 
• Your job is to work on these today (you may work together, but everyone must submit their own work) 
• One of the questions asks for text evidence. Remember, this means you should use the RACE Format 
• Restate the Question 
• Answer the Question 
• Cite Evidence (Baca writes, "____")
• Explain Evidence (This quote shows _____)

4. EdPuzzle Video

• Also linked in Google Classroom is an EdPuzzle video for you to watch and answer questions about.
• You must choose the "Sign in with Google" option and use your stu.sandi.net account to log in 
• Watch the video I've posted and answer the questions that come up when the video pauses
• You should use headphones to do this (your Airpods can connect to the Chromebook too) 

Don't Fall Behind: 

• Make sure your final précis is submitted for our last text, "A Personal Prologue" by Jim Burke (this was turned in in Google Classroom)

Reminders: 
Have a solid and productive day in class. I'll be back tomorrow!