Transcript 23 Sept
Do now: Pick up an essay rubric (do not lose it!); Have
the homework on your desk: (read pgs 61-64 and
complete the questions.) Minus 3 pts if not turned in at
the start of class.
Today, I will understand the impact that the Columbian
Exchange had on the world. I will select my position
regarding the essay prompt and begin my rough draft.
Show me assignments that were not done in time to
receive a check-minus.
Writing assignment is due Thursday 25 September 2014
Attention grabber: An interesting statistic,
quotation, fact, or question.
Clear Definition of Columbian Exchange (also
include an explanation of Old and New
World).
Your position (either enriched or harmed the
world)
Your 2 main ideas.
“The New World”
The Americas
“The Old World”
Europe
European
Culture
All All
other
cultures
Did the Columbian Exchange enrich OR harm the world?
This is a position paper. You are to inform your reader and
persuade the audience to adopt your perspective.
Rubric is located at the front and back of the class.
Timeline 19 and 22 research complete the organizer.
23 and 24 work to complete rough draft
25 essay is due.
Chapter 3, Columbian Exchange Folder
Take a clear position
Provide proper support (at least 2 clear reasons
supporting your claim)
Focus: Is your idea clearly presented
Content: Did you define Columbian Exchange,
did I provide enough support that is historically
accurate.
Organization: Strong intro, Columbian Exchange
defined, body paragraphs, transitions, does my
support back up my main idea; does my
conclusion expand my thinking about the question
posed.
Conventions: Few grammatical errors.