A printable storytelling evaluation worksheet designed for small groups of three, including a role rotation guide, a 14-point skill checklist, and a reflection section for students to assess their read-aloud techniques.
A visual presentation introducing the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework using a detective theme. Explains each component clearly with examples and visual metaphors.
A teacher's guide for the Argument Investigator worksheet, providing instructional tips, common student misconceptions, and a complete sample answer key analyzing an argument about school start times.
A detective-themed printable graphic organizer for students to analyze arguments using the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) framework. Includes structured boxes for a central claim, supporting evidence, and logical reasoning for each piece of evidence.
A step-by-step technical guide for students on how to record their investigative podcasts using simple web-based or mobile tools. Includes production tips for audio quality and atmosphere.
A teacher-facing unit objectives overview for 'The Architecture of Voice,' detailing specific student learning objectives for each of the four mentor-text lessons. Updated to remove TEKS alignment and provide a cleaner, single-column focus on objectives. Optimized for a compact layout.
A teacher answer key for the Moral Compass worksheet, providing a completed model of the Pete Rose case study and discussion questions regarding the 'line' between hero and villain in sports.
A comprehensive pacing guide for the 4-week 'Game Changers' unit, detailing the instructional focus, activities, and required materials for each week. Specifically optimized for a 3x45m + 1x90m weekly schedule.
An answer key for the 'Voice Unbound' graphic organizer, providing detailed analysis of key quotes and character conflicts in Chapters 8 and 9.
A teacher guide providing instructional strategies, discussion prompts, and learning objectives for teaching Chapters 8 and 9 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'. Includes guidance on key symbols and character motivations.
A presentation deck covering the key events, symbols, and character shifts in Chapters 8 and 9 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'. Focuses on Joe's death, Janie's hair as a symbol of liberation, and her internal monologue regarding Nanny.
A structured graphic organizer for analyzing Janie's character development, voice, and internal/external conflict in Chapters 8 and 9 of 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'. Includes summaries, key quotes for analysis, and reflection spaces.
A model answer key and exemplar for the summative podcast project. It provides a completed Research Dossier and script snippets for Lance Armstrong to show students the expected depth of research and evidence integration.
A slide deck that explores the ethics of sports scandals, the 'line' between hero and villain, and the impact of off-field behavior on an athlete's professional legacy. Transitions into the new, research-heavy podcast project.
A student-facing ethical analysis worksheet focusing on sports scandals and defining the 'line' between hero and villain. Includes film analysis and independent case study sections.
A teacher answer key for 'The U' case study worksheet, providing specific examples of hero/villain evidence from the documentary and guidance on analyzing media framing.
A teacher key for the Archetype Draft Brainstorming worksheet, providing model traits and explanations for heroes, villains, and the 'grey area' of sports personas.
A case study worksheet for the ESPN 30 for 30 'The U', guiding students to analyze the 'Villain' vs. 'Hero' narrative of the University of Miami football team and the role of media framing.
A collaborative brainstorming worksheet where student teams define the traits of sports heroes and villains before comparing them to the official unit archetypes.
An answer key for the Interview Intel guide, featuring a case study of Lance Armstrong to demonstrate how to layer questions and analyze verbal/physical cues during an investigative interview.
An answer key for the Spin Zone worksheet, providing model hero and villain headlines for the sports scenarios and explaining the persuasive strategy behind each choice.
An answer key and model for the Legacy Lab worksheet, using LeBron James as a case study to show how an athlete's narrative can shift from hero to villain and back again.
A teacher-facing answer key and instructional guide. It provides sample responses for the analytical questions, a breakdown of textual evidence, and teaching tips for facilitating the argument-building process.
A structural graphic organizer designed to help students outline a persuasive argument. It guides them through crafting a thesis, selecting textual evidence, addressing counter-arguments, and drafting a compelling conclusion.
A guided worksheet that summarizes the key arguments for and against social media screening in the workplace. It includes evidence-tracking boxes and analytical questions to help students process the text and develop their own stance.