Say Something Protocol

"Words mean more than what is set down on paper.  It takes the human voice to infuse them with deeper meaning." - Maya Angelou

 

Today we will continue our Say Something protocol which will allow us to understand the Graff article - "Hidden Intellectualism" with deeper and more personal meaning.  

 

We will also watch a TED TALK - "Hackschooling Makes Me Happy" -  which ties into the idea that we must seek to find our hidden intellect and true happiness.  Here is the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h11u3vtcpaY

 

Read the Graff article "Hidden Intellectualism"  
Use the "Say Something" Protocol - complete by the end of class  
Work w/a partner Decide  together how you will "chunk" the text.  
Read the first "chunk"  
Stop and talk about what you just read.
 
Talk to: 
Explain what you read  
Ask questions about the text  
Connect with the rest of the text  
Jot down, underline text that you find interesting or that relates to you
 
Answer the Questions - Each question requires some thought and reflection.

These will be due on Friday 9/18.  You will need to refer to both the Perez and Graff articles.

Please complete these in your online Writers Notebook on time for credit.  

1. What is Graff's thesis?  Restate in your own words.  
2  What is your Hidden Intellect?   
3.  What is your area of expertise/knowledge?  
4.  How can this benefit you in the future?

5. Have Perez or Graff added any insight to your thoughts about career or school?

6. Have Perez or Graff made you think of any moments in your life that represent who you are now?

7. Have Perez or Graff caused you to change your thinking about anything?