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Final week of current Unit: William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night
In this unit students have been exploring the themes and different interpretations of Twelfth Night They made audions for particular roles and have made a full reading of the play in character. They have become knowledgeable about many aspects of the play. The final task requires the students to take over the role of the dramatist and to go through the process of constructing an alternative ending to the play.
Guiding Question:
What is it like to be a playwright?
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Week Jan28-Feb1 Week Feb4-Feb8 Week Feb18-Feb22 Feb25-29 Mar3-7

Week Mar3.-Mar.7
Monday Day6 - Period 2
Students work on persuasive writing skills in preparation for their proposed research topic. Students revise MLA referencing information sheets and issues of academic honesty. Connections discussed between AOI’s and research topics.

Week: March 3 - March 7
Monday Day6 - Period 2
Students work on persuasive writing skills in preparation for their proposed research topic. Students revise MLA referencing information sheets and issues of academic honesty. Connections discussed between AOI’s and research topics.
Please refer to the following website for information:
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project_mla_format_examples.shtml?gclid=CNK26az31pECFRg2egod4UzbaA
Please refer to the following document for MLA format: {MLA Style.doc}