Reading plays develops prosody or expressive reading skills (pitch, stress and timing) that further strengthen comprehension. Constructing appropriate sentences correct modals accurately delivers intended meaning. of Focus: Proficiencies (Cumulative Progress Indicators) Examples, Outcomes, Assessments Students will: English Language Arts Language Common Core: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and when writing or speaking. Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives (e.g., It was a fascinating, enjoyable movie but not He wore an old[,] green shirt). Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. Spell correctly. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. Choose language that expresses ideas precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.* Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade 7 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word's position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both and digital, to find Instructional Verbally express values that assisted Demonstrate ability text -to- text Use specific learned flowing charts) and text Use acquired and genre in reading and Use acquired to produce Distinguish Select the most comprehension for (identification, connections) Identify some (alliteration, Apply expressive (stress, pitch and Use learned formats of genres informational text (e.g. determine each. Identify the in each and explain Locate references Produce an document using Sample Assessments:
the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech. checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary). Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary). Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., literary, biblical, and mythological allusions) in context. Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., synonym/antonym, analogy) to better understand each of the words. Distinguish the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, respectful, polite, diplomatic, condescending). English Language Arts Reading Literature Common Core: Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences from the text. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text. Analyze how particular elements of a story or drama interact (e.g., how setting shapes the characters or plot). Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; Formative Teacher the form of sticky notes. Socrative online comprehension as space races, Peer/Self assessment to be classmates writing. work and the reader did well (stars) and (wish) Text Dependent comprehension Group discussions people have had on Exit tickets that key concepts (conjunction and Daily interpretations or discussions home (compare and fact or opinion, conjunctions),
Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content. Develop the with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. Use appropriate transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. Establish and maintain a formal style. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and link to and cite sources as well as to interact and collaborate with others, including linking to and citing sources. English Language Arts Speaking and Listening Common Core: help create a picture in mind- What is important? What create, and Taxonomy: action verb to guide nominated to have from figures they someone else in teacher first to They will write a and features learned convince the class individuals dream to fruition the (depends on what Biweekly Records to Instructional Strategies: Listening: During/After- Read Class/Interactive Identify similarities Describe steps dreams a
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on developmentally appropriate topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly. Come to discussions prepared, having read or researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion. Pose questions that elicit elaboration and respond to others' questions and comments with relevant observations and ideas that bring the discussion back on topic as needed. Acknowledge new information expressed by others and, when warranted, modify own views. Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and emphasize salient points. English Language Arts History/Social Studies Common Core: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies. Describe how a text presents information (e.g., sequentially, comparatively, causally). Make meaningful Distinguish text. Express meaning(e.g. Listen for Identify which share Distinguish modals. Gather new regarding what they Describe the poetic Speaking: read discussions, Explain the Recall the reasons choose not to fulfill Explain why the or to a personal Match the picture (historical figure) dream and how poems
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts. Distinguish among fact, opinion, and reasoned judgment in a text. Verbally express values that assisted dreams. Justify their did to receive a Verbally improvise prosody.
21st Century Themes (as applies to content area): Financial, Economic, Business, and Entrepreneurial Literacy Civic Literacy Health Literacy S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics REQUIRED KEY VOCABULARY WORDS: Thematic Vocabulary: Self-reflect Self-discovery Purpose Meaning Character Values Historical Scientific Eureka Conflict Resolution Technology Vocabulary: Glogster page Google docs Storymap Story Jumper Collaborize classroom Tiki-Toki Google Draw iBrainstorm Reading and Writing Vocabulary Predictions Knowledge Dialogue Sequence Chronological Recognizing Discovery Creative writing Revise Extensions Methods- story maps timeline web transitional words genres play- prosody: stress, pitch, timing, intonation, script informational text poetry - mood, tone, theme, setting historical fiction Grammar Covered: Capitalization Pronouns Imperatives Simple past tense
Health Literacy S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) REQUIRED KEY VOCABULARY WORDS: Thematic Vocabulary: Survival personal environmental Existence Living Life Death Emergency Kit Plan Measure Evacuation Meteorology Geography Probability Pattern Category Natural disaster earthquake tropical cyclone tornado tsunami volcanic eruption flood hurricane typhoon mudslides windstorms avalanche Technology Covered: Tiki Toki Socrative IBrainstorm Google Draw Reading and Writing Vocabulary: Imagery Visualization Chronological Sequential Main Supporting details Think aloud Mapping concept map story map Graphic organizer timeline t-chart y-chart box and Bullets main idea Herringbone hierarchy Chart outlines Venn diagram Graphic novels Short story Textbook Personal narrative Creative writing Interview