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the quest for self-improvement

how do we push ourselves positively?

There's quite a market when it comes to self-improvement. Some methods are fads (think juicing and the Thigh Master), others have proven to be effective (think meditating and de-cluttering). So is all this worth it? And if you're going to focus on self-improvement, which method would you try?

Module summary:
  • Read about some common issues facing teens
  • Discuss methods for self-improvement 
  • Review research resources and source types
  • Choose one method to research
  • Compile a presentation on your chosen method of self-improvement
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As everyone knows, the quest for self-improvement begins by standing on a gigantic pile of books and looking into the distance through a telescope.

essential questions

  • What kinds of sources add depth to research?
  • How do we present information effectively?

goals

  • Students will understand that solid research includes a variety of sources and perspectives.
  • Students will understand that an effective presentation capitalizes on clear organization and relevant information.

activities

INTRODUCE
  • Warm-up: read and annotate a teen issues article (choose from these)
    • Completing independently? Print an article from the folder linked above
  • Review syllabus and expectations for the week
    • Completing independently? Read through module webpage and note important elements, then discuss with Morgan

EXPOSE
  • Discuss issues facing teens today based on articles read
    • Use annotations to share take-aways and opinions
    • Make a collective list of issues facing teens (from articles and experience)
    • Completing independently? Create a list of issues on your own and share it with Morgan
  • Brainstorm self-improvement techniques
    • Use Google to add to list, if needed
  • Review research techniques and source types - read through Research pages in the R&W Handbook (check Table of Contents for pages)
    • Develop list of source types to use - list at least five different source types you can start with and review with Morgan

PRACTICE
  • Choose one self-improvement strategy to focus on for your research - get it approved by Morgan
  • Research your chosen self-improvement strategy
    • Collect your notes here (save a copy of the doc to your Drive)
    • Convert your sources into MLA citations
    • Include at least four sources from three different source types

CREATE 
  • Participate in group discussion on self-improvement strategies
    • Incorporate your findings on definitions, methodology, benefits, and rationale
    • Try to convince your classmates that your strategy is most effective in addressing common teen issues
    • Cite specific research points
  • Self-evaluate discussion participation with rubric
  • Discuss rubric and performance with Morgan and get syllabus signed off

c-tachs

Writing
  • Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
  • Conduct short and more sustained research projects to answer a question or solve a problem 
Speaking and listening: 
  • Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions

resources

Self-improvement syllabus
Teen issues articles
Discussion rubric



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  • Recent Modules
    • Connect >
      • Board Game Reviews (mini)
      • CCHS Powtoon
      • Coco!
      • Creative Writing Seminar >
        • Calvin and Hobbes
        • Pieces of art
        • Tell Tale Cards
      • Dragon Post
      • Editorializing
      • E-mail Etiquette (Dead Poet's Society)
      • E-mail Etiquette (Star Wars)
      • English Skills
      • Go Write Outside
      • Nature Poetry
      • Passion Project
      • Persons, Places, Things
      • Photo Essays
      • Rebel Girls >
        • Jane Goodall
      • Stereotypes
      • Teach Me Something
      • Virtual Reality-ing
      • What Music Means
    • Construct >
      • 2018 in Review
      • Book Censorship
      • Live Anywhere
      • Picture Book Inquiry
      • Propaganda Bombs
      • PSA Powtoon
      • Self-Improvement
      • State of the Union
      • Rant to Reason
      • TED Topics
      • Who Cares?
    • Be Curious >
      • Art Time is Fun Time!
      • Caper with the Classics
      • CCHS Librarians
      • Emma: Friend or Foe?
      • Fahrenheit 451
      • Found Poetry
      • Google Expeditions
      • Hero's Journey
      • Irreverence
      • Macbeth
      • Poetry
      • The Lottery
      • "Worthy" Art