Miscellaneous Notes
Welcome! Please scroll down to find research and writing aids, as well as handouts and other miscellaneous documents. Click on the underlined name of the file or link to view the content. Can't find something? Check the assignments pages or send Ms. Engelbrecht an email.
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Literature Analysis Notes
Elements of Fiction Cheat Sheet
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Language Analysis Notes
5 Canons of Rhetoric
Rhetorical Triangle
Language Registers
4 Text Connections
Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
Logical Fallacies
Hayakawa's Levels of Abstraction
Rhetorical Devices Cheat Sheet
Figurative Language Devices Notes
Master List of Rhetorical Devices
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Annotations
Basic Annotation Instruction Video
AP Level Annotation Instruction Video
Literature Analysis 3 Column Notes Template (print)
Literature Analysis 3 Column Notes Template Example
Rhetoric Analysis 3 Column Notes Template (print)
Nonfiction/Fiction Annotations Bookmark
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Cornell Notes
Cornell Notes Instructional Video​
Cornell Notes Template (print)
Cornell Notes Rationale & Procedure
Discussion
Discussion Problem Solving & Strategies
Guidelines for Discussion Content- 4 Way Rotary Test
Socratic Seminar Instructions & Scoring Rubric
Level 3 Questions Instructions (for a Socratic Seminar) and Practice
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Public Speaking
Presentation & Delivery Tips and Strategies
9 Ted Talks about Public Speaking
Other Important Resources
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Planbook: Students who are absent may wish to check Ms. Engelbrecht's Planbook to view lesson plans and additional assignments for each school day.
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2017-2018 Academic Calendar: Attendance is key to success in Ms. E's courses. Please view the LAHS calendar and plan to be present for as many classes as possible. If attendance is not possible, please communicate with Ms. E as soon as possible.
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LAHS Handbook: Ms. E has high expectations for the behavior in her classroom and the integrity of student work, which is consistent with LAPS policies outlined in the student handbook. Please familiarize yourself with these policies.
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This Website: Duh, right? I will post copies of notes and assignments on this website as an online resource for absent students. Use the menu at the top to select the correct course and view the notes and resources posted.
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