For all my cherubs who will be away for Eid tomorrow, for today all you have to do is post the link to the article and your questions in the comments section of the blog!
I'm going to finish marking your tests and get an early bedtime. I am EXHAUSTED today. Stupid cold :P
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Quick Answers
If you're going to talk about how hard it is for amateur athletes to go professional in Canada, cool. If you're going to talk about how athletes are helping others in the sport become professionals, cool. If you're just going to talk ABOUT sports, then you're not talking about careers, are you?
Long story short, you can write about sports, as long as the article is OBVIOUSLY about careers. If it's about sports more than it is about careers, it's not an article worth using, and you will more than likely fail.
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Anonymous said... Hey mr.kassam, for the response to an article, how recent does it have to be? I found an article dated August 7, 2008 and I'm wondering if I can use it?
Also, a quick note - I don't know what the heck you guys drink in the mornings, but I've seen some REALLY great Personal Achievements assignments. I mean, fantastic stuff. I keep trying to find ways NOT to give out perfects, but it's getting impossible. The assignments are just really good. Congrats!
Saturday, September 27, 2008
It Must've Been All The Snickers Bars
*sneeze*
Well... I've got a kicker of a cold, ladies and germs.
HAH! I MADE A FUNNY!
Okay, so let's review. Mr. Kassam is sick, currently sitting in a rocking chair with a giant blanket, groaning softly and drinking a LARGE mug of tea. How large?
Frickin huge. See attached picture
(I wanted to try out my webcam. ISight rocks, ladies and gentlemen!)
In any event, here are your assignments:
Grade 10 Careers: You have that thing to finish... with the stuff. *Looks directly at you* YOU know what I mean.
(Psst... He means you have a reflection you need to finish regarding a newspaper article.)
Grade 9 Geography: Finish taking notes from your textbooks, and enjoy your weekend!
For those of you who were watching the Presidential debate on Friday, who do you think did the better job, McCain or Obama? Why?
For those of you who are ignorant and chose NOT to watch perhaps the most important debate ever televised on American networks, who do you think will make a better President, McCain or Obama? Why?
I don't like McCain. Any man named after French fries can't be a good leader :p
Well... I've got a kicker of a cold, ladies and germs.
HAH! I MADE A FUNNY!
Okay, so let's review. Mr. Kassam is sick, currently sitting in a rocking chair with a giant blanket, groaning softly and drinking a LARGE mug of tea. How large?
Frickin huge. See attached picture
(I wanted to try out my webcam. ISight rocks, ladies and gentlemen!)
In any event, here are your assignments:
Grade 10 Careers: You have that thing to finish... with the stuff. *Looks directly at you* YOU know what I mean.
(Psst... He means you have a reflection you need to finish regarding a newspaper article.)
Grade 9 Geography: Finish taking notes from your textbooks, and enjoy your weekend!
For those of you who were watching the Presidential debate on Friday, who do you think did the better job, McCain or Obama? Why?
For those of you who are ignorant and chose NOT to watch perhaps the most important debate ever televised on American networks, who do you think will make a better President, McCain or Obama? Why?
I don't like McCain. Any man named after French fries can't be a good leader :p
Sunday, September 21, 2008
A quick note on comments/questions
For all the readers of my blog, let's take a trip down a road I like to call "Proper Comments"
I recently received this comment from 'anonymous'
"mr kassam what is the assign ment do on monday i dont understand it."
Ladies and gentlemen, let me first start by saying that unless you put effort into your questions, I won't answer them.
Telling me that you don't understand something is merely useless. You're a big boy/girl now, you have to use your words. If you don't understand something, I'm not a parent, I won't hold your hand until you figure something out. If you don't understand, ask. Looking at me with a cow-eyed expression and saying "I don't understand this" won't win you any help. Saying things like "Sir, I'm doing x for this part of the assignment. Should I be doing it differently?" will probably get you a MUCH better response.
Second, the commenter told me neither their grade nor class. Since both classes have assignments due Monday, I can't say anything, as I don't know which class they're in, or what they need. Be specific.
Finally, the assignment is due Monday which means, logically, that I've given you some time beforehand to understand/work on it. If you didn't ask your questions then, what makes you think that such a general question will be answered on a weekend?
So in closing:
1) Be specific.
2) Phrases like "I don't know" or "I don't get it" won't do anything. If you don't understand parts of the assignment, ask me about THOSE parts.
3) Don't expect me to rescue you. If you've had time in class for an assignment due the next week, do you think I'll be willing to answer broad, general, "Help me I'm clueless" questions on the weekend, when I have wizards and dark magic to fight, snickers bars to eat, and things and stuff to do? No. So plan accordingly. Go on, go ahead, you're almost an adult, I bet you can do it if you try.
Finally,
#4) Don't do what anonymous just did.
I recently received this comment from 'anonymous'
"mr kassam what is the assign ment do on monday i dont understand it."
Ladies and gentlemen, let me first start by saying that unless you put effort into your questions, I won't answer them.
Telling me that you don't understand something is merely useless. You're a big boy/girl now, you have to use your words. If you don't understand something, I'm not a parent, I won't hold your hand until you figure something out. If you don't understand, ask. Looking at me with a cow-eyed expression and saying "I don't understand this" won't win you any help. Saying things like "Sir, I'm doing x for this part of the assignment. Should I be doing it differently?" will probably get you a MUCH better response.
Second, the commenter told me neither their grade nor class. Since both classes have assignments due Monday, I can't say anything, as I don't know which class they're in, or what they need. Be specific.
Finally, the assignment is due Monday which means, logically, that I've given you some time beforehand to understand/work on it. If you didn't ask your questions then, what makes you think that such a general question will be answered on a weekend?
So in closing:
1) Be specific.
2) Phrases like "I don't know" or "I don't get it" won't do anything. If you don't understand parts of the assignment, ask me about THOSE parts.
3) Don't expect me to rescue you. If you've had time in class for an assignment due the next week, do you think I'll be willing to answer broad, general, "Help me I'm clueless" questions on the weekend, when I have wizards and dark magic to fight, snickers bars to eat, and things and stuff to do? No. So plan accordingly. Go on, go ahead, you're almost an adult, I bet you can do it if you try.
Finally,
#4) Don't do what anonymous just did.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Homework for September 16
Grade 9 Geography:
1-page double-spaced response on how your ideas about immigration have changed as a result of this assignment.
Grade 10 Careers:
You guys have an assignment due tomorrow, as well as the presentations due Monday. Get that stuff done, people!
1-page double-spaced response on how your ideas about immigration have changed as a result of this assignment.
Grade 10 Careers:
You guys have an assignment due tomorrow, as well as the presentations due Monday. Get that stuff done, people!
Sunday, September 14, 2008
TO MY OLD STUDENTS... And for the grade 10s, a clarification
Hi guys,
This post is more directed toward my Grade 10s - While researching, I've learned that the DND (Canadian Department of National Defense) actually dropped the designation "101" from the Airborne unit. The event itself happened in 1994, and Wikipedia's a great start
You may want to look on Wikipedia for the Somalia Affair, which you can find here, and then use that as a basis for a search on Google. Wikipedia has a good start on the article, but I warn you that there are one or two graphic pictures. Also, you may want to search for other sources, as I wouldn't trust Wikipedia more than I would, say, a rabid psychotic criminal with my ATM card.
For my old students: Can you believe these new kids haven't even TRIED to bribe me yet?! Not ONE Dr. Pepper or Snickers has shown up at my desk. Not one. This includes from my OLD STUDENTS AS WELL! :P
Quick notes: Tea is still open for new or old students. Bring your own mugs, and preferably your own sugar/teabags, and you're welcome to a cup. Don't have sugar or teabags? Sure, you can borrow mine, but be fair and replenish the supplies from time to time. In winter, you'll be glad you did!
Mr. K.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Hellooooooo my cherubs!
First things first - I do not have digital copies of any of your assignments. I don't keep them that way, because if my computer is ever struck by lightning, mysteriously stolen and held hostage in Temiskaming, or otherwise compromised, I would lose everything. I keep paper copies, so if you need something, find me at school.
Second, my dear 10s, your homework was to find out about the actions of the 101st Airborne in Somalia. Wikipedia's a good starting point, but I expect you to search a little deeper. Try AlterNet, or The Toronto Star, or The Globe and Mail, The Ottawa Citizen, or even just plain old Google.
Once you find out about it, write two paragraphs: In one, tell me what happened, and in the next tell me about how this changes your opinion of the Canadian Forces. If it doesn't, tell me why, and if it does, what do you think of them now?
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Homework, etc!
10 Careers:
You guys have a whole bunch of stuff to do - The assignment due Wednesday, and today's homework, which is to form an opinion on the events of September 11, 1973
9 Geography: I've forgotten your homework. I think it had something to do with geography :P. If you remember, just post it in the comments
Remember, bribes of Dr. Pepper and Snickers are still appreciated! :)
Mr. K
You guys have a whole bunch of stuff to do - The assignment due Wednesday, and today's homework, which is to form an opinion on the events of September 11, 1973
9 Geography: I've forgotten your homework. I think it had something to do with geography :P. If you remember, just post it in the comments
Remember, bribes of Dr. Pepper and Snickers are still appreciated! :)
Mr. K
Monday, September 8, 2008
Today's homework, and a music track!
Today's homework:
10 Civ: Finish the debate question for homework, and for my afternoon class, be ready for the debate tomorrow! Don't disappoint me... LIKE MY MORNING CLASS DID!
Kidding, people, kidding. You morning people... Good job.
9 Geo: I believe you all have a project due, yesno? Do it! :)
Track of the week:
Van Morrison - Moondance. Recently I've become addicted to the old-school music, the stuff you listen to and heads who know good music will start head-bobbing. Check it out, it's a jazzy tip worth remixing if you've got the time, inclination or a Mac :)
Book of the week: The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu. Find it here
I need some sleep. Peace!
One last question for all my old students and my current ones: You all know what happened with Sunrise Propane recently. Sunrise Propane may declare bankruptcy. In that case, who is to pay for the cleanup around the site? If you get a chance, drop some wisdom by hitting the 'comment' button!
Mr. K
10 Civ: Finish the debate question for homework, and for my afternoon class, be ready for the debate tomorrow! Don't disappoint me... LIKE MY MORNING CLASS DID!
Kidding, people, kidding. You morning people... Good job.
9 Geo: I believe you all have a project due, yesno? Do it! :)
Track of the week:
Van Morrison - Moondance. Recently I've become addicted to the old-school music, the stuff you listen to and heads who know good music will start head-bobbing. Check it out, it's a jazzy tip worth remixing if you've got the time, inclination or a Mac :)
Book of the week: The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu. Find it here
I need some sleep. Peace!
One last question for all my old students and my current ones: You all know what happened with Sunrise Propane recently. Sunrise Propane may declare bankruptcy. In that case, who is to pay for the cleanup around the site? If you get a chance, drop some wisdom by hitting the 'comment' button!
Mr. K
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Homework!
My 9 Geography students:
Remember, you've got that paragraph for homework on why you think immigration in Canada is a good or bad thing, and your chart to finish up!
Grade 10 Careers:
FILL OUT YOUR SHEETS! DO YOUR COVER PAGES!
That is all.
Mr. K
Remember, you've got that paragraph for homework on why you think immigration in Canada is a good or bad thing, and your chart to finish up!
Grade 10 Careers:
FILL OUT YOUR SHEETS! DO YOUR COVER PAGES!
That is all.
Mr. K
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Mr Kassam... For the career newspapers thing can we write about sports transactions like trades and contract sigings and stuff like that?
September 28, 2008 8:41 AM