1. The Explanatory Portfolio is modified. We are not using the prompt / instructions in POC regarding the Explanatory Text Portfolio. Students should continue using the instructions linked HERE. 2. Review the Explanatory Essay using the Rubic linked here. Using the instructions HERE Final Draft: Explanatory Essay 3. Submit the Explanatory Essay in the dropbox at the end of the lesson. 4. Extra Credit! Students may choose to keep a Unit Notebook. Unit Notebooks will be submitted for Extra Credit points on the U4 Portfolio. Please note, to earn the Extra Credit, ALL Lesson questions must be answered thoroughly, and it must be submitted via webmail prior to submitting the U4 Portfolio. Here is a link to our Unit Four Notebook Template.

Answer 1

It looks like you're outlining the guidelines for completing an Explanatory Essay and the associated tasks for your class. Here’s a condensed version of the instructions you provided:

1. Explanatory Portfolio Update: Use the updated instructions for the Explanatory Text Portfolio (link not provided).

2. Essay Review: Review your Explanatory Essay using the rubric provided (link not provided).

3. Submission: Submit your final draft of the Explanatory Essay in the designated dropbox at the end of the lesson.

4. Extra Credit Opportunity: You may keep a Unit Notebook, which can earn you Extra Credit points for the Unit 4 Portfolio. To receive Extra Credit, make sure to answer all Lesson questions thoroughly and submit the notebook via webmail before submitting the Unit 4 Portfolio. Use the Unit Four Notebook Template (link not provided).

If you have any specific questions or need help regarding the Explanatory Essay or the Unit Notebook, feel free to ask!