Objectives:
After this lesson, students will be able to:
1. define metacognition and apply the concept to their own lives.
2. define thesis.
c. differentiate between thesis and opinion.
Agenda:
1. Warm-Up: Students should answer the following questions in their notebooks: Which extra credit opportunities have you taken advantage this marking period? If you haven't done any, why?
2. Today's Vocabulary and Application:
a. Metacognition - being aware of and understanding how you think and learn
b. Brainstorming about metacognition: 5 sentences for each question:
a. How does your mood effect your learning?
b. Do you have to like a teacher to learn something from them? Give an example to support your position.
Ms. Kingsbury will solicit students for their answers.
3. Notes: Students should write these into their notebooks.
What is a thesis statement?
a. It is the main point and controlling idea of your paper.
b. It is the final sentence in your introduction paragraph.
c. It is NOT a statement of fact.
d. It is an assertion and opinion you have about your topic. It should make your reader say, “What? Really?!”
e. Students will practice identifying facts versus thesis statements. They will also practice converting fact statements into thesis statements.
Homework: The marking period ends on Friday! Students should complete missing work and continue to work on their senior projects.
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