<%@ LANGUAGE="VBSCRIPT" %> <% Response.Buffer=true firsttime=Request("firsttime") 'Response.Write firsttime & "****" topic=request("topic") if topic = "Iditarod" then Installment = "Persuasive" if topic = "Women" then Installment = "Persuasive" if topic = "Other" then Installment = "Persuasive" if topic = "Persuasive" then Installment = "Persuasive" topic = replace(topic," ","%20") if len(topic) then topictemp=left(topic,3) if topictemp="%20" then topic=right(topic,(len(topic)-3)) end if end if Imm_Name=Request("Imm_Name") Imm_Country=Request("Imm_Country") title=Request("title") oral=Request("text") first=Request("first") last=Request("last") grade=Request("grade") 'state=Request.Form("state") Country=Request("Country") state=replace(Request("state"),","," ") 'do error checks if not(len(topic)) and firsttime="1" then topic="" tp=1 flag=1 end if If topic = "Women" then if not(len(Imm_Name)) and firsttime="2" then ti=3 flag=1 end if if not(len(Imm_Country)) and firsttime="3" then ti=4 flag=1 end if else if not(len(title)) and firsttime="2" then ti=1 flag=1 end if end if if not(len(oral)) and firsttime="4" then ora=1 flag=1 end if if not(len(first)) and firsttime="5" then fi=1 flag=1 end if if not(len(last)) and firsttime="6" then la=1 flag=1 end if if not(len(grade)) and firsttime="7" then gr=1 flag=1 end if if firsttime="8" and not(len(state)) or instr(state,",")>0 then st=1 flag=1 end if If topic="Immigration" then if not(len(country)) and firsttime="9" then oi=1 flag=1 End If End If 'if left(state,2)=" " then 'st=1 'flag=1 'end if 'All Good go to preview then data dump. 'if flag=0 and topic<>"" and title<>"" and oral<>"" and first<>"" and last<>"" and grade<>"" and state<>"" then 'Response.Redirect("preview.asp?topic="&topic&"&title="&title&"&text="&oral&"&first="&first&"&last="&last&"&grade="&grade&"&state="&state) 'end if %> Writing Workshop <% if Installment = "Persuasive" then %> <% publish= "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Iditarod" then %> <%Installment = "Persuasive" publish= "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Women" then %> <%Installment = "Persuasive" publish= "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "" then %> <% publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Research" then %> <% publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish and celebrate your work.

Great ways to publish and celebrate.

" %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Other" then %> <%Installment = "Persuasive" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Other_Topics" then %> <% publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Immigration" then %> <% intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. America is a diverse place today because of immigrants who have come here from around the world. Interview an immigrant and publish his or her oral history online." mini_lesson = "Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "Interview someone who is an immigrant. Here are some ideas of people to interview:

" prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

Get background on your interviewee.

This information will help you understand your interviewee. Ask the person to bring along pictures they may have.

Write a list of questions.

Write a list of open-ended questions. Keep in mind the reporter's basics: Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Here are some questions you might ask. Be sure to add your own. Refer back to this section during your interview.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time conduct the interview." prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

" %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "WWII" then intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. There are millions of people alive today who were soldiers, workers, or students during the Second World War. What was it like to be a soldier who fought the battles? Or a student on her way to school while the war was going on? Interview someone who remembers the war, then write and publish that person's oral history." mini_lesson = "Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "Interview someone who remembers World War II. Interview one of these individuals and learn what this person remembers about the war years:

." prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

Get background on your interviewee. Find out answers to these questions about the war:

This information will help you choose questions to ask. It will also give the interview focus. Ask the person to bring along pictures they may have.

Gather background information on World War II.

Use textbooks, encyclopedias, and the Web to gather information. Find out which countries were fighting, the names of leaders, and big events of the war.

Pay particular attention to what was happening where your interviewee spent the war years. This background information will help you understand the person's recollections.

Write a list of questions.

Start with Who? What? Where? When? Why? and How? Ask questions that will draw out details and memories to help you get a picture of that time.

Here are some questions you might ask. Be sure to add your own. Refer back to this section during your interview.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time to conduct the interview." prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

" end if %> <% if topic = "" then %> <% intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. Are there people in your family that you'd like to learn more about? Or maybe you admire someone like your doctor or teacher. Interview an interesting person, then write and publish that person's oral history." mini_lesson = " Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "The world is full of interesting people. Most people (especially those older than you) have incredible stories to tell. If your teacher hasn't already given you a topic to write about, think about these ideas:

" prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time to conduct the interview!" prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

" %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Other" then %> <% intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. Are there people in your family that you'd like to learn more about? Or maybe you admire someone like your doctor or teacher. Interview an interesting person, then write and publish that person's oral history." mini_lesson = " Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "The world is full of interesting people. Most people (especially those older than you) have incredible stories to tell. If your teacher hasn't already given you a topic to write about, think about these ideas:

" prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time to conduct the interview!" prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

" %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "Other_Topics" then %> <% intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. Are there people in your family that you'd like to learn more about? Or maybe you admire someone like your doctor or teacher. Interview an interesting person, then write and publish that person's oral history." mini_lesson = " Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "The world is full of interesting people. Most people (especially those older than you) have incredible stories to tell. If your teacher hasn't already given you a topic to write about, think about these ideas:

" prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time to conduct the interview!" prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

" %> <% end if %> <% if topic = "My%20Family" then %> <% intro = "Welcome to the Writing Workshop!

An oral history is a piece of writing that tells about someone's life using that person's words. Are there people in your family that you'd like to learn more about? Or maybe you admire someone like your doctor or teacher. Interview an interesting person, then write and publish that person's oral history." mini_lesson = " Before You Start, Practice!

Practice your note-taking skills and review how and when to use quotation marks properly. Knowing about these skills will help you with the oral history project." prewrite1 = "The world is full of interesting people. Most people (especially those older than you) have incredible stories to tell. If your teacher hasn't already given you a topic to write about, think about these ideas:

" prewrite2 = "The better prepared you are, the better the interview will be. Get ready by following these steps:

Make sure you're prepared.

You've done your research. You've written your questions. Now it's time to conduct the interview!" prewrite3 = "The big day has arrived. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

" draft = "A draft helps you organize your work and get your thoughts down on paper.

Before you start writing:

As you write:

A good oral history draft includes:

" revise = "Now it's time to revise your work. This means improving the information in your writing. Remember, don't make spelling, grammar, or punctuation changes. You will do that later.

Use the revision process to:

Schedule a Peer Review.

A good oral history revision includes:

" edit = "It's time to check the important stuff like spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and subject/verb agreement. While this probably isn't your favorite step in the writing process, it's an important one!

Capitalization

Organization Punctuation Spelling and Sentences " review = "You're almost there! Use this step to make sure you've done all you can to get it right.

You've drafted, revised, and edited your work. Now let's give it one more look.

Check your work.

" publish = "You did it!

Publishing is a time to celebrate what you've done. It also lets others see your hard work. There are many ways to publish your work. You can publish it online using our publishing form, or click on the celebrate tab to learn more ways to publish and celebrate." celebrate = " Great ways to publish and celebrate:

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