Today Zach completed a number of assignments asking him to evaluate a speaker's claims, evidence, and tone; to create a claim to later argue in an essay; to research both sides of that claim; and to write an introduction while considering the rebuttal argument. Lastly, Zach drafted a quick outline for his body paragraphs.

Today Zach completed the module 6 examination. Next, he revised an assignment for last week where he had to reword the introductory clauses to introduce the citations he quoted in direct quotations, indirect quotations, and by paraphrasing. Next, Zach moved on to the next assignment which focused on evaluating a speaker for claims, rhetoric and tone. Zach needs to finish the accompanying worksheet tonight for homework.

Today, Zach evaluated the sources he found last week for credibility and accuracy. He submitted the assignment and then picked out direct quotations from each source, cited them in MLA format, paraphrased them and summarized each article.

Today Zach completed his DBA and reflection. Next, he completed the first amendment course case analysis. Then we moved on to exploring rhetorical devices as used by Presidents in their rhetorical addresses. Zach took two short quizzes where he identified the use of rhetoric in these speeches.

To start, Zach had to resubmit his prezi presentation and include MLA citations. Next, we went over the Brown v. Board of Education landmark case. We read the case and analyzed the arguments made. Next, Zach researched a landmark case that he would like to analyze for his assignment. He found one on whether students should be required to salute the flag. Next, he looked for two current cases that relate to the first amendment. Zach needs to complete his written analysis for homework.

Today Zach completed the pretest for module 6. Next, we read and analyzed JFK's 1963 address that called for civil rights reform. Lastly, Zach took a quiz about defining words and phrases over time, and lastly, Zach completed an activity where he had to annotate JFK's speech for his use of rhetorical appeals.

Today, Zach created a presentation in Prezi that explored the historical background behind two poems from the early twentieth century. Next, he took a quiz where he had to analyze syntax and poetry metaphors for meaning.

First, Zach completed his written analysis of the poems "On the Pulse of Morning" and "One Today." Next, he completed an assignment that required him to replace words in the second poem and to explain and justify his reasoning. Then, we reviewed authors from the symbolist and realist movements of 20th century American literature. Next, Zach completed an analysis of chosen literary works by looking at the events of the time period in which they were published.

Today, Zach completed his preassessment. Then, we went over how syntax adds to meaning a text. We went over the proper use of an em-dash vs. hyphens, and discussed how to make inferences from subtle symbols in the text. Zach then took a short assessment quiz from the lesson. Next, we read "On the Pulse of Morning," by Maya Angelou, and "One Day" by Robert Blanco. Zach then began a writing assignment where he made inferences about the challenges in the 21st century for Americans based on the themes of each poem.

Today we requested that Zach be matriculated into segment 2 of his English 3 class. We also took a moment to look over his transcript to make sure he is on the right track to Graduation. He still needs to complete a half credit of physical education.