Research information to prepare presentations or reports which use summarizing, paraphrasing, direct quotations, citation of sources, and bibliographic entries. Continue to respond actively and imaginatively to literature. Demonstrate an understanding of and respect for multicultural and ethnic diversity in language. The student will develop the structural and creative skills necessary to produce written language that can be read and interpreted by various audiences. Writing is a life-long interactive process that is used to communicate with a variety of audiences and for a variety of purposes, adapting language conventions appropriately according to context.
Writing is an act of discovery, a means of personal growth, and a tool for clarifying knowledge.
To accomplish writing tasks more effectively, students need exposure to a variety of strategies in order to approach writing systematically, such as those included in the stages of the writing process. Write frequently for a variety of purposes including narration, description, persuasion, exposition, and personal, creative expression. Identify and write for a variety of audiences. Recognize that language has several levels of usage determined by audience, purpose and occasion. Approach writing tasks systematically and use elements of the writing process as appropriate.