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Types of Conflict Example Worksheet

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A quick and easy way to reinforce lessons on the elements of narrative - specifically the 4 main types of conflict. This one page worksheet includes 20 examples/scenerios that the students must classify as either: man vs man (or person vs

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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The Roaring 20s and Prohibition with the Simpsons!

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Use the Simpsons to engage students while introducing or re-inforcing lessons on the 1920s and prohibition. This is one of my favourite lessons "add-ons" and the kids love it too! This file contains questions and an answer sheet for the Simpsons'

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Canadian History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, Homeschool

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Reading Comprehension: Zombie Survival Kits

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This file includes a 2-page article (889 words) outlining some basics of surviving a zombie apocalypse, along with a set of 10 questions to gauge reading comprehension. Teacher answer sheet is included, also. The reading is a fun and engaging

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English Language Arts, Reading, Informational Text

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Camera Shots and Angles Worksheet

By jcferguson

This worksheet is a quick and fun review of some basic camera shots and angles. It covers shots like close up, extreme close up, establishing shot, high angle, and low angle. Worksheet includes 9 images representing various shots and angles.

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English Language Arts

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, Homeschool

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Second Hand Lions Film Study Questions and Viewing Test

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This is a set of questions for the first half of the film including a writing activity. Also included is a final test (viewing) in a film study unit. Specific scenes throughout the film are examined(each one has the time stamp for easy location on

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English Language Arts, Drama, Other (ELA)

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Messages in Media (Gender Stereotypes in Disney)

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This 13 slide power point presentation looks at implicit (implied) messages that can be found in Disney movies. The file looks at gender roles, male and female ideals of beauty, sexuality, and representations of good and evil. In my grade 12

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English Language Arts, Critical Thinking

Grades:

11^th, 12^th

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Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

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Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime - Autism overview ppt (updated)

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This 14 slide PowerPoint presentation serves as a useful overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder. I use this to help students understand the main character, Christopher, in the novel "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime".The presentation

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English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

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Advertising Techniques - examples for review and quiz

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After learning about a variety of common advertising techniques (scare tactics, happy family, ideal kids, bandwagon, celebrity endorsement, and emotional appeal), I use this file as a review and evaluation of student understanding. The file

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English Language Arts, Informational Text

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Activities

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Fingerprint Challenge - Law (CLU3M / CLN4U) - Forensics

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Groups as large or as small as you like supply fingerprints from each member creating a set of CLUES, SUSPECTS, and an answer sheet. CLUE and SUSPECT sheets are traded with another group and then each sets out to match the CLUE print with the

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

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Whale Rider Novel Study Activities and Glossary (revised)

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7 activities plus one introductory lesson plan to support and enhance a novel study based around The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera. - Plot jumble - Three level guide - Maori word glossary with English equivalents - Introductory lesson comparing

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English Language Arts, Literature

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Lesson

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Romeo and Juliet Balcony Scene close reading

By jcferguson

A simple worksheet that requires students to break down an excerpt of the balcony scene to understand the meaning of the passage in general and each line specifically. It also asks students to identify similes, metaphors and personification in the

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English Language Arts

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Introduction to law: Stranded on a Desert Island

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I use this in my Grade 11 Introduction to Law course as a way to get students to consider what rules/laws are/need to be in place for people to live in relative peace and safety. I begin with showing the first episode of Gilligan's Island to set

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Government, Criminal Justice - Law

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10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Classical and Operant Conditioning

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This is a worksheet, examples, and a quiz/assignment/assessment that I put together for a grade 12 course (HSB4M: Introduction to Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology) After teaching them the basics of Classical Conditioning and Operant

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Psychology

Grades:

11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Activities, Assessment

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Elements of a Narrative ppt Teacher copy and Student copy

By jcferguson

This is a note on elements of a narrative in PowerPoint format that I have used with English classes of all grades, depending on their ability levels. It makes a great introduction to short stories, novels, or drama units. The note contains

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Scaffolded Notes

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The Baroness - A persuasive argument activity - good intro to essays

By jcferguson

This is a very popular activity with students of all levels. Students must argue their choice for who is MOST responsible for the baroness' death: Baron, mad man, friend, boat man, baroness. I often will have the groups work towards a concensus

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English Language Arts, Writing-Expository

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

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The Chrysalids Introductory Activity

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I love this activity to generate interest in the novel! It is also a great way to teach or reinforce important pre-reading techniques. Using several different covers from various publications of this novel, students work in groups and as a class to

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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities, Lesson

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Holocaust - The Woman in Gold Film Question Sheet

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The Woman In Gold: The story of Maria Altmann's eight-year fight to reclaim 'Woman in Gold', a Klimt painting stolen from her family by the Nazis. This movie is an excellent addition to your WWII/Holocaust units. A recent film (2015), it shows the

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Canadian History

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Worksheets, Handouts, Movie Guides

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Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian "Beautiful and Ugly Things"

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In chapter 20 "Reindeer Games" Junior's dad goes off on a drunken bender for several days over Christmas. When he comes back he gives Junior a $5 bill. Junior is aware that the temptation to spend the money on alcohol must have been significant, but

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Google Apps

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Nature vs Nurture lesson, materials, assignments

By jcferguson

The nature vs nurture (genes vs environment) debate is a staple of social science courses. This package includes 3 articles on the issues of nature/nurture, an overhead transparency master with break down of debate and mini-activities for students,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Sociology, Anthropology

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Lesson

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The Cay Novel Unit Test

By jcferguson

This is a test covering the novel "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor. It includes multiple choice, matching terms, events, characters, short answer and long answer questions. It also touches on foreshadowing and identifying and discussing quotations from

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English Language Arts

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I am in the midst of my second decade teaching at the high school level. My subjects include junior and senior English, the Social Sciences and Canadian Law, although I will teach whatever they send my way!

MY TEACHING STYLE

Every class is different, and I adjust my methods accordingly. Regardless of all other factors, I strive to treat each student with respect and to approach each day with a sense of humour.

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I completed a 2 year diploma program at Sheridan College in Oakville and spent 2 years as a travel agent before deciding that I was not cut out for the world of sales. I returned to uni at 23 attending the University of Waterloo. I achieved my BA English Literature with Honours and went on to the University of Auckland in New Zealand to do my BEd. I returned to my home town and am currently teaching at my old high school side by side with some of my former teachers! (It only took my 3 months to call them by their first names!)

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