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After re-reading The Omnivore’s Dilemma using a Reading Closely: Guiding Questions handout, class members use sticky notes to annotate and determine the gist of the text. Finally, they use an Author’s Purpose graphic organizer to determine how the author supports his view.
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- Discuss the meaning and significance of the word organic
Classroom Considerations
- The fifth lesson of 15 in the Grade 8 ELA Module 4, Unit 1
- Uses sticky notes and dictionaries
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- Offers tips for meeting the needs of struggling learners
- Includes a list of vocabulary words
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