We discussed the ancient Greek mathematicians and their practice of partitioning polygons into other (simpler) shapes as a means of estimating the size of the polygon's area. Then we extended the idea to partitioning the area between a curve of a function and the x-axis into rectangles and using them to give an approximation of the area.
Assignment
None.
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Lesson Comments
Jess's attitude is excellent. She seems to grasp the material well. She'll return to Florida this weekend.
1)Read the Princeton Review Guide to success on AP rhetorical analysis essay. 2)Practice strategies on Rhetorical Analysis essay prompt. 3)Read and discuss Washington's purpose; discuss rhetorical strategies
1)Read the Princeton Review Guide to success on AP rhetorical analysis essay.
2)Practice strategies on Rhetorical Analysis essay prompt.
3)Read and discuss Washington's purpose; discuss rhetorical strategies
using diagrams and printouts, discuss the location of the pancreas, the dual nature of the gland and the early research done to determine its function.
Outline diabetes, the function of glucose and the results of glucose deprivation by cells.
discuss types of diabetes and the role of insulin in preventing diabetes.
Assignment
n/a
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
homework answers were discussed and expanded. Early experiments on dog pancreas glands was discussed to lead into the types of cells found in the gland which produce the hormone.
We were able to complete the section, and discuss some misconceptions regarding the disease
We split the session between more indefinite integration problems and an introduction to Sigma Notation for sums and explored some formulas for sums of series.
Assignment
None.
Session Minutes
60
Minutes Student Attended
60
Lesson Comments
Jess's attitude is fine. She is travel-tired. The Sigma notation, I think, struck her as abstract (not an unusual reaction because it is new and different) but she tried to hang in there and by and large succeeded. I think she'll recover from the 'strangeness' of it in a day or two.
complete the discussion of anterior pit. hormones. Outline the hypothalamus-anterior pituitary-gland feedback mechanisms.
Discuss in detail the thyroid gland, its location using diagrams, hormones produced, effects of the hormones and effects of hypo and hyper secretion, as well as treatment..
Assignment
complete chart from textboodk
Session Minutes
75
Minutes Student Attended
75
Lesson Comments
We covered all the objectives and material outlined. There is a lot of material in these sections bit Jessie seems to be keeping up
AP Rhetorical Strategies Essay and "Should Batman Kill the Joker" rhet. analysis.
Lesson Outline
1)Detailed Explanation of what to expect on the Rhetorical Analysis of the AP Exam: Time Constraints, Writing Well Constructed Introductions, etc.
2)Before you answer the prompt: What is the author's purpose? What does the author want me to believe at the end of this essay? What rhetorical strategies does the author employ to convey this message?
3)Appeals, diction, tone, etc.
