A model script comparing two different rhetorical approaches to the same athlete (LeBron James). It demonstrates how specific word choices and 'spin' can construct either a hero or villain narrative using identical factual research.
A compact, single-spaced version of the 'Glass Mirage' story (approx. 1,650 words) with tightened prose for a faster reading pace while maintaining the hi-lo focus on literary devices.
Updated answer key for 'Glass Mirage' with fixed page breaks (break-inside-avoid) and corrected grammatical errors.
A 2-page assessment for 'Glass Mirage' including 5 multiple choice questions and 3 short answer questions with improved layout and white student work areas.
An expanded 5-page hi-lo short story titled 'Glass Mirage' (approx. 1,950 words) about a girl who discovers a magic mirror, focusing on symbolism, imagery, and irony.
A detailed assessment rubric for a sports podcast project. It evaluates students based on their hero/villain definitions, research depth, intentional word choice (spin), and overall audio production quality.
A comprehensive student project guide for creating a sports podcast. It includes an overview of requirements, a timeline, a section for defining hero/villain criteria, and a structured planning outline for the 6-8 minute audio production.