Analyzing and Creating Shakespearean Sonnets

Teacher: Mr. Hernon______________ Student Name:___________________ Topic (Circle One): Form Grade: /24 Subject

Category:
Graphic Organizer

4
Graphic organizers are complete with accurate information that demonstrates higher-level thinking. Student demonstrates thorough understanding of web links Student actively collaborates with partner for the duration of the project. Discussion remains on-task and does not distract others. Thorough annotation of text (highlighting, underlining, marginal notes) shows that student possesses accurate understanding of form/subject in sonnet. Rhyme scheme, number of lines, and rhythm consistent with Shakespearean sonnets. Students creatively and mysteriously presents subject of sonnet. No spelling errors.

3
Some necessary information is lacking from the graphic organizer, but student still demonstrates overall understanding of web links.

2
Graphic organizer is incomplete; Little evidence from web links is used in portion of organizers that are filled out.

1
Most, if not all, of graphic organizer is blank. Portions that are filled in contain no information from web links. Unclear if student understood assignment. Student does not contribute to group discussion. Any dialogue that does arise is irrelevant and/or distracting to others. No annotations present throughout the sonnet. Student shows no written evidence of having reading the text.

In-class Discussion

Sonnet 18 Analysis

Group Sonnet #1

Student needs some encouragement to contribute to group discussion. Conversation is usually relevant to the task at hand. Annotations (highlighting, underlining) in text show student understood the task; lacking higher level thinking piece (notes in the margins). Rhyme scheme, number of lines, and rhythm are mostly consistent with Shakespearean sonnet form. Presentation of subject is creative and mysterious. 12 spelling errors.

Student contributes little to group discussion; needs constant encouragement. When discussion does occur, it is usually off topic Some annotations are present; no interpretation of the sonnet is recorded in the margins. Unclear if student understood the task. Form attempts to resemble that of a Shakespearean sonnet, but lacks consistency throughout. Presentation of subject lacks much creativity and mystery. 3-4 spelling errors.

Form does not represent a Shakespearean sonnet. No creativity or mystery in presentation of subject. More than 4 spelling errors throughout the sonnet.

Group Sonnet #2

Presentation

Rhyme scheme, number of lines, and rhythm consistent with Shakespearean sonnets. Student creatively and mysteriously presents subject of sonnet. No spelling errors. Student exhibits confidence throughout presentation. Sonnet is presented clearly to the class; pauses and rhyme scheme are respected throughout presentation.

Rhyme scheme, number of lines, and rhythm are mostly consistent with Shakespearean sonnet form. Presentation of subject is creative and mysterious. 12 spelling errors. Student lacks some selfconfidence in presentation. At times he/she reads in a way that is difficult to understand.

Form attempts to resemble that of a Shakespearean sonnet but lacks consistency throughout. Presentation of subject lacks much creativity and mystery. 3-4 spelling errors. Student fidgets, mumbles, avoids eye contact throughout most of presentation. Sonnet feels rushed.

Form does not represent a Shakespearean sonnet. No creativity or mystery in presentation of subject. More than 4 spelling errors throughout the sonnet. Student does not present sonnet clearly, inaudible throughout entire reading. Sonnet is rushed through in an effort to get it done quickly.

Teacher Notes: