Course Description English III builds on the structures of reading and writing, using a variety of materials representing different literary forms and authors. An emphasis on American literature through a global perspective will support critical analysis of author's style, character motivation, point of view, mood, and tone. Composition will focus on argumentation that synthesizes new understandings with background knowledge and analyses drawn from insight into the author's craft while adhering to conventions generally established in conventions, usage, syntax, and style. Read the full language of the Core Standards . Standards-Referenced Grading Basics Evidence shows the student can... Topic Score Demonstrate all learning targets from Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 4.0 Demonstrate all learning targets from Level 2 and Level 3 with partial success at Level 4 3.5 Demonstrate all learning targets from Level 2 and Level 3 3.0 Demonstrate all Level 2 learning targets and some of the Level 3 learning targets 2.5 Demonstrate all learning targets from Level 2 but none of the learning targets from Level 3 2.0 Demonstrate some of the Level 2 learning targets and none of the Level 3 learning targets 1.5 Demonstrate none of the learning targets from Level 2 or Level 3 1.0 Produce no evidence appropriate to the learning targets at any level 0 *Students who demonstrate success at Level 3 learning targets but not Level 2 learning targets are the students for whom additional investigation and multiple opportunities are most vital. The teacher designs instructional activities and assessments that grow and measure a student’s skills in the elements identified on our topic scales. Each scale features many such skills and knowledges, also called learning targets. These are noted on the scale below with letters (A, B, C) and occur at Levels 2 and 3 of the scale. In the grade book, a specific learning activity could be marked as being 3A, meaning that the task measured the A item at Level 3. Scale Level Symbols The targets on this level can be changed Targets on this level can not be changed More targets can be added to this level No targets are written at this level When identifying a Topic Score, the teacher looks at all evidence for the topic. The table to the right shows which Topic Score is entered based on what the Body of Evidence shows. Only scores of 4, 3.5, 3, 2.5, 2, 1.5, 1, and 0 can be entered as Topic Scores. Course Map
Unit Estimated Duration Content Standards Grading Topics Year-Long Standards Unit One: Elements of Non-Fiction 6 Weeks Reading Informational Text 3 Reading Informational Text 5 Analyzing Text Interactions Collected & Reported: Constructing Writing [L3, W4, W5, W6] Collected But Not Reported: Applying Grammar and Mechanics [L1, L2] Mastering Vocabulary [RI4, L4a, L4d, L6] Unit Two: The Art of Argument 12 Weeks Reading Informational Text 6 Reading Informational Text 8 Reading Informational Text 9 Speaking and Listening 3 Evaluating Arguments and Purpose Writing 1 Writing Arguments Speaking and Listening 4 Presenting Verbal Arguments Unit Three: Elements of Literature 12 Weeks Reading Literature 3 Reading Literature 5 Analyzing Literary Elements Collected & Reported: Mastering Vocabulary [RI4, L4a, L4d, L6] Constructing Writing [L3, W4, W5, W6] Applying Grammar and Mechanics [L1, L2] Reading Literature 9 Integrating Multiple Texts Reading Literature 4b and 4c Language 5a and 5b Interpreting Complex Language Unit Four: Literary Analysis 6 Weeks Writing 9 Writing Literary Analyses English III teacher teams must submit a Genre and Era Audit Report (GEAR) for each semester. Fall Semester Deadline Spring Semester Deadline September 16 January 20 Course Texts English III uses a stand-alone literature textbook. New literature and grammar/writing texts are scheduled for adoption in 2016-2017. Prentice Hall Literature: The American Experience © 2005
UNIT ONE: Elements of Non-Fiction 6 weeks Organizing Principles: A unit focused on the structure and interactions of non-fiction texts. This prepares students for Unit 2 by building a base of readings from American texts. Overview of Unit Materials Possible Texts Era and Genre Page numbers refer to Prentice Hall Literature: The American Experience © 2005 Fiction Prose Speech or Historical Document Essay Drama Poem Origins to 1789 1789 to 1837 1837 to 1865 1865 to 1933 1933 to 1970 1970 to Now Pending Planning Guide to Year-Long Standards Mastering Vocabulary Constructing Writing Applying Grammar and Mechanics Text-specific vocabulary from short pieces and texts read throughout the unit Writing tasks that support Analyzing Text Interactions Revision, publication, and collaboration on significant tasks Pending Fiction
Figurative language includes: UNIT FOUR: Literary Analysis 6 weeks Organizing Principles: A unit focused on in-depth analysis of literature through a variety of lenses. This unit demands students craft an analysis exploring the interactions of literary devices and story elements. Overview of Unit Materials Possible Texts Era and Genre Page numbers refer to Prentice Hall Literature: The American Experience © 2005 Prose Speech or Historical Document Essay Drama Poem Origins to 1789 1789 to 1837 1837 to 1865 1865 to 1933 1933 to 1970 1970 to Now Pending Planning Guide to Year-Long Standards