Sentences: Variety & construction Language: diction, conciseness, and correct grammar Correctness: usage, mechanics, and spelling Inquiry and research skills should be embedded in all writing instruction while developing writing pieces. Introduction of MLA or APA Text Type Purpose 6 7 8 Argument (Opinion) (Writing for Publication) Argument Argument Essay/Speech *Speech *Speech Informational/Explanatory (Writing for Publication) Clarify *Feature Article Problem & Solution Essay or Analytical Essay Problem & Solution Essay or Analytical Essay Narrative (Writing for Publication) Inform, instruct, persuade, entertain Narrative (Real or Imaginary) Narrative (Real or Imaginary) Narrative (Real or Imaginary) Writing to Demonstrate Learning Extended Response, On-Demand Extended Response, On-Demand (In addition to Speech, i.e., Letter, Editorial, or Article) Extended Response, On-Demand (In addition to Speech, i.e., Letter, Editorial, or Article) OPTIONS FOR CONTENT AREA TEACHERS Content Connections to Literacy (Reading, Speaking, Listening) (Writing to Learn) Select from purposes listed above Feature Article, Journals, Editorial, Propaganda, Problem/Solution, definition, process, lab reports, Expository Essay, Reflection Letter, Character Analysis, Research Paper, Script, Letter, Poetry Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Graphic Novel, Comic Scene, Monologue, Script, Letter, T.V News Story, Research Paper, Editorial Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Graphic Novel, Comic Scene, Monologue, Script, Letter, T.V. News Story, Research Paper, Editorial *For the Speech in grades 6-8, include all process work. For all other pieces, include only the final copy. High School Writing/Communication Growth Portfolio In each grade, 9-12, teachers will teach skills necessary for students to demonstrate characteristics of effective writing: Purpose/Audience: focus, intent, tone, voice, form, and thesis Idea Development: elaboration, reflection, development strategies, and logical development
Organization: unity, coherence, meaningful order, transitions, and closure Sentences: Variety & construction Language: diction, conciseness, and correct grammar Correctness: usage, mechanics, and spelling -Inquiry and research skills should be embedded in all writing instruction while developing writing pieces. -MLA and APA should be taught and used appropriately Text Type Purpose 9 10 11 12 Argument (Opinion) (Writing for Publication) Argument *Position Essay *Persuasive Essay *Argumentative Essay *Problem & Solution Essay Informational/Explanatory (Writing for Publication) Clarify Definition Essay Compare/Contrast Essay Cause and Effect Essay Opinion Essay or Analytical Essay Narrative (Writing for Publication) Inform, instruct, persuade, entertain Narrative (Real or Imaginary) Memoir Personal Essay Post Graduate Application Essay Literary Analysis (Specific to English) Conflict, Symbol, Theme or Setting Character, Symbol or Structure Theme, Syntax or Structure Stylistic Elements, Syntax or Structure Writing to Demonstrate Learning Extended Response, On-Demand Letter Extended Response, On-Demand Article Extended Response, On-Demand Editorial Exxtended Response, Oral Communication Informational Speech Persuasive Speech Multimedia Presentation (Text should be included) Technology Enhanced Presentation/Culminating Project (Text should be included) OPTIONS FOR CONTENT AREA TEACHERS Content Connections to Literacy (Reading, Speaking, Listening) (Writing to Learn) Select from purposes listed above Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Brochure, Resume, Cover Letter Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Brochure, Resume, Cover Letter Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Brochure, Resume, Cover Letter Feature Article, Journals, Memoir, Compare & Contrast, Poetry, Problem & Solution, Essay, Lab Report, Cause & Effect, Definition, Process, Myth, Brochure, Resume, Cover Letter *For the Essay in grades 9-12, include all process work. For all other pieces, include only the final copy.