Upload
others
View
10
Download
0
Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
ENGLISH II - Quarter 3
Instructional Planning – English II, 2012-2013
Writing Workshop Research Writing …..pg, 1020
1. Defining the Form 2. Prewriting / Planning Strategies a. My Research Plan b. Possible sources 3. Drafting Strategies 4. Writers on Writing 5. Revising Strategies 6. Documenting Sources 7. Sentence Fluency 8. Student Model 9. Editing and Proofreading 10. Publishing and Presenting
Q3 - Week 1 (Jan 2-4) (3 day week)
1. Defining the Form 2. Prewriting / Planning Strategies a. My Research Plan b. Possible sources
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10.W.2. Write informative/explanatory text to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 9-10. W. 2.a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions. 9-10. W. 2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotation, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. 9-10. W. 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the highest
degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
passages.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
passage.
Start this unit with the requirements for a
research paper
Begin with a start to finish Research Paper
Calendar
Explain to students the Research Paper Rubric
Students should cite no fewer than five sources
for their research papers.
1. Getting Started
2. Topic
3. Forming a Focus
4. Finding Sources
5. Taking Notes
6. Forming a Thesis Statement
7. Organized Note-taking
8. Rough Draft
9-10. W. 8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of an
informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
Writing
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense or
point or view within a writing sample.
9. Revision of Paper
10. Present Research
Q3 - Week 2 (Jan 7-11)
1. Defining the Form 2. Prewriting / Planning Strategies a. My Research Plan b. Possible sources
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10.W.2. Write informative/explanatory text to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 9-10. W. 2.a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions. 9-10. W. 2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotation, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. 9-10.W. 4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 9-10. W. 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question)
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the highest
degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
passages.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
Start this unit with the requirements for a
research paper
Begin with a start to finish Research Paper
Calendar
Explain to students the Research Paper Rubric
Students should cite no fewer than five sources
for their research papers.
1. Getting Started
2. Topic
3. Forming a Focus
4. Finding Sources
5. Taking Notes
6. Forming a Thesis Statement
or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 9-10. W. 8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question.
passage.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of an
informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
Writing
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense or
point or view within a writing sample.
7. Organized Note-taking
8. Rough Draft
9. Revision of Paper
10. Present Research
Q3 - Week 3 (Jan 14-18)
3. Drafting Strategies 4. Writers on Writing
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10.W.2. Write informative/explanatory text to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 9-10. W. 2.a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions. 9-10. W. 2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotation, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. 9-10.W. 4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 9-10. W. 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the
highest degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents an
opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited
or attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
passages.
Evaluate Resources
Explain the characteristics of a thesis statement
Example: have students research an author.
Tell students to locate information on an author.
Tell students to keep track of the websites they use.
Discuss plagiarism with students
Students will use computers with internet access.
Students will use a designated amount of time
gathering information about their author.
Teach a mini lesson on the thesis statement.
Students will develop a thesis statement about their
author.
Teach a mini lesson on web addresses.
understanding of the subject under investigation. 9-10. W. 8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of
an informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective placement
of information using a prewriting graphic organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense
or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Q3 - Week 4 (Jan 22-25)
3. Drafting Strategies 4. Writers on Writing
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10.W.2. Write informative/explanatory text to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 9-10. W. 2.a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions. 9-10. W. 2.b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotation, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. 9-10.W. 4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 9-10. W. 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the
highest degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents an
opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited or
attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
passages.
Convey to students the importance of being able to
relocate the names of sources and information.
After developing thesis statements, students will
organize supporting ideas based on their research.
Teach a mini lesson on summarizing.
Students will be able to write a thesis statement and
support the statement with ideas based on their
research.
Teach a mini lesson on note-taking and organization
Address students’ documentation.
Address students’ lack of documentation.
Notes:
Check students’ notes
Check students’ outlines
understanding of the subject under investigation. 9-10. W. 8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question. 9-10.W.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of
an informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective placement
of information using a prewriting graphic organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense
or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Teach a mini lesson on documenting sources.
Allow students to share their outlines with their class,
using on overhead projector, computer-projector
setup, or a SmartBoard.
Teach a mini lesson on paraphrase.
After students have developed a workable outline,
have them to begin their first draft.
Teach a mini lesson on parenthetical citations.
Demonstrate to students the MLA format.
Q3 - Week 5 (Jan 28- Feb 1 )
5. Revising Strategies 6. Documenting Sources
Common Core State Standards: State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content:
9-10. W. 2.c. Use appropriate and varied
transitions to link the major sections of the text,
create cohesion, and clarify the relationships
among complex ideas and concepts.
9-10. W. 2.d. Use precise language and
domain-specific vocabulary to manage the
complexity of the topic.
9-10. W. 5. Develop and strengthen writing as
needed by revising, focusing on addressing
what is most significant for a specific purpose
and audience.
9-10.W.6 Use technology, including the
Internet, to produce, publish, and update
individual or shared writing products, taking
advantage of technology’s capacity to link to
other information and to display information
flexibly and dynamically.
9-10. W. 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the
highest degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents an
opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited or
attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
passages.
Conduct a question and answer session with
students concerning their rough drafts.
After rough drafts are returned, students will
revise their research papers using the MLA
format.
Conference with students as needed.
Sample Student Work Products/Performances
One product/performance may address multiple
content / skill pieces
inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
9-10. W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question.
9-10.W.9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
passage.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of
an informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.1 Proofread a passage for correct
punctuation, mechanics, and usage.
SPI 3002.3.2 Choose the most effective order of
sentences in a paragraph.
SPI 3002.3.3 Choose the transitional device that
appropriately connects sentences or paragraphs
within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.3.4 Select a vivid word (e.g., adjective,
adverb, verb) to strengthen a written description.
SPI 3002.3.5 Demonstrate the ability to combine a set
of simple sentences into a longer, more interesting
sentence.
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective placement
of information using a prewriting graphic organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the
eight parts of speech, including their troublesome
aspects, such as how to form the past and past
participle of irregular but commonly used verbs.
SPI 3002.1.2 Identify the patterns of a given set of
sentences (i.e., subject-verb, subject-action verb-
direct object, subject-action verb-indirect object-
direct object, subject-linking verb-subject
complement, subject-action verb-direct object-
object complement).
SPI 3002.1.3 Combine a set of simple sentences
into a single compound or complex sentence.
SPI 3002.1.4 Use sentence-combining techniques,
effectively avoiding problematic comma splices,
run-on sentences, and sentence fragments.
SPI 3002.1.5 Use commas correctly with
appositives and introductory words, phrases, or
clauses.
SPI 3002.1.6 Use commas to set off nonessential
elements in a sentence.
SPI 3002.1.7 Correct a run-on sentence by using a
comma and coordinating conjunction, subordinate
conjunction, or semicolon.
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense
or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Q3 - Week 6 (Feb 4-8 )
5. Revising Strategies 6. Documenting Sources 7. Sentence Fluency
Common Core State Standards: State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content: 9-10. W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question. 9-10.L. 1 Demonstrate command of the convention of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. 9-10.L. 1.b. Use various types of clauses to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest o writing or presentations. 9-10. L. 3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the highest
degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents an
opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited or
attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
Demonstrate to students the MLA format.
Conduct a questions and answer sessions with
students concerning their rough drafts.
After rough drafts are returned, students will revise
their research papers using the MLA format.
Conference with students as needed.
Sample Student Work Products/Performances
One product/performance may address multiple
content/skill pieces
passages.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
passage.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of an
informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.1 Proofread a passage for correct
punctuation, mechanics, and usage.
SPI 3002.3.2 Choose the most effective order of
sentences in a paragraph.
SPI 3002.3.3 Choose the transitional device that
appropriately connects sentences or paragraphs within
a writing sample.
SPI 3002.3.4 Select a vivid word (e.g., adjective,
adverb, verb) to strengthen a written description.
SPI 3002.3.5 Demonstrate the ability to combine a set
of simple sentences into a longer, more interesting
sentence.
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective placement
of information using a prewriting graphic organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the
eight parts of speech, including their troublesome
aspects, such as how to form the past and past
participle of irregular but commonly used verbs.
SPI 3002.1.2 Identify the patterns of a given set of
sentences (i.e., subject-verb, subject-action verb-
direct object, subject-action verb-indirect object-
direct object, subject-linking verb-subject
complement, subject-action verb-direct object-object
complement).
SPI 3002.1.3 Combine a set of simple sentences
into a single compound or complex sentence.
SPI 3002.1.4 Use sentence-combining techniques,
effectively avoiding problematic comma splices, run-
on sentences, and sentence fragments.
SPI 3002.1.5 Use commas correctly with appositives
and introductory words, phrases, or clauses.
SPI 3002.1.6 Use commas to set off nonessential
elements in a sentence.
SPI 3002.1.7 Correct a run-on sentence by using a
comma and coordinating conjunction, subordinate
conjunction, or semicolon.
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense
or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Q3 - Week 7 (Feb 11 - 15 )
6. Documenting Sources 7. Sentence Fluency 8. Student Model
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10. W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question. 9-10.L. 1 Demonstrate command of the convention of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. 9-10.L. 1.b. Use various types of clauses to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest o writing or presentations. 9-10. L. 3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. 9-10. SL.2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the
highest degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents
an opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited
or attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
Documenting Electronic Sources
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/584/01/
Evaluating Sources of Information
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/553/01/
MLA Formatting and Style Guide
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/557/01/
MLA Overview and Workshop
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/675/01/
Paraphrase: Write it in your own words
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/619/01/
Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing
9-10.SL.3. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
passages.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
passage.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of
an informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-
effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.1 Proofread a passage for correct
punctuation, mechanics, and usage.
SPI 3002.3.2 Choose the most effective order of
sentences in a paragraph.
SPI 3002.3.3 Choose the transitional device that
appropriately connects sentences or paragraphs
within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.3.4 Select a vivid word (e.g., adjective,
adverb, verb) to strengthen a written description.
SPI 3002.3.5 Demonstrate the ability to combine a
set of simple sentences into a longer, more
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/563/01/
Searching the World Wide Web
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/558/01/
Writing a Research Paper
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/658/01/
interesting sentence.
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective
placement of information using a prewriting graphic
organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of
the eight parts of speech, including their
troublesome aspects, such as how to form the
past and past participle of irregular but commonly
used verbs.
SPI 3002.1.2 Identify the patterns of a given set of
sentences (i.e., subject-verb, subject-action verb-
direct object, subject-action verb-indirect object-
direct object, subject-linking verb-subject
complement, subject-action verb-direct object-
object complement).
SPI 3002.1.3 Combine a set of simple sentences
into a single compound or complex sentence.
SPI 3002.1.4 Use sentence-combining
techniques, effectively avoiding problematic
comma splices, run-on sentences, and sentence
fragments.
SPI 3002.1.5 Use commas correctly with
appositives and introductory words, phrases, or
clauses.
SPI 3002.1.6 Use commas to set off nonessential
elements in a sentence.
SPI 3002.1.7 Correct a run-on sentence by using
a comma and coordinating conjunction,
subordinate conjunction, or semicolon.
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb
tense or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Q3 - Week 8 (Feb 18 - 22 )
8. Student Model 9. Editing and Proofreading 10. Publishing and Presenting
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10. W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question. 9-10.L. 1 Demonstrate command of the convention of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. 9-10.L. 1.b. Use various types of clauses to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest of writing or presentations. 9-10. L. 3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. 9-10.SL.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
Research
SPI 3002.4.1 Select the research topic with the
highest degree of focus.
SPI 3002.4.2 Differentiate between primary and
secondary sources.
SPI 3002.4.3 Evaluate the reliability and credibility of
sources for use in research.
SPI 3002.4.4 Evaluate the validity of Web pages as
sources of information.
SPI 3002.4.5 Determine which statement presents an
opposing view from those stated on a Web page.
SPI 3002.4.6 Identify information that must be cited or
attributed within a writing sample.
Informational Text
SPI 3002.6.1 Discern the stated or implied main idea
and supporting details of informational and technical
When sources are used or referenced (e.g., in
research, informational essays, literary essays),
adhere to the following:
Acknowledge source material and create a reliable bibliography in a standard format.
Cite sources using a standard format (MLA, APA) with a high degree of accuracy.
Appropriately quote, paraphrase, or summarize text, ideas, or other information taken from print or other electronic sources.
Correctly incorporate ideas within text.
Embed quotations and graphics from other sources, when appropriate.
9-10.SL.5 Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. 9-10.SL.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
passages.
SPI 3002.6.2 Use the graphics of informational and
technical passages to answer questions.
SPI 3002.6.3 Determine the appropriateness of a
graphic used to support an informational or technical
passage.
SPI 3002.6.4 Identify the organizational structure of
an informational or technical text (e.g., sequential,
problem-solution, comparison-contrast, cause-effect).
SPI 3002.6.5 Synthesize information across two or
more informational or technical texts.
Writing
SPI 3002.3.1 Proofread a passage for correct
punctuation, mechanics, and usage.
SPI 3002.3.2 Choose the most effective order of
sentences in a paragraph.
SPI 3002.3.3 Choose the transitional device that
appropriately connects sentences or paragraphs
within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.3.4 Select a vivid word (e.g., adjective,
adverb, verb) to strengthen a written description.
SPI 3002.3.5 Demonstrate the ability to combine a set
of simple sentences into a longer, more interesting
sentence.
SPI 3002.3.6 Determine the most effective placement
of information using a prewriting graphic organizer.
SPI 3002.3.7 Select the thesis statement in a writing
sample or passage.
Language
SPI 3002.1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the
eight parts of speech, including their troublesome
aspects, such as how to form the past and past
participle of irregular but commonly used verbs.
SPI 3002.1.2 Identify the patterns of a given set of
sentences (i.e., subject-verb, subject-action verb-
direct object, subject-action verb-indirect object-
direct object, subject-linking verb-subject
complement, subject-action verb-direct object-
object complement).
SPI 3002.1.3 Combine a set of simple sentences
into a single compound or complex sentence.
SPI 3002.1.4 Use sentence-combining techniques,
effectively avoiding problematic comma splices,
run-on sentences, and sentence fragments.
SPI 3002.1.5 Use commas correctly with
appositives and introductory words, phrases, or
clauses.
SPI 3002.1.6 Use commas to set off nonessential
elements in a sentence.
SPI 3002.1.7 Correct a run-on sentence by using a
comma and coordinating conjunction, subordinate
conjunction, or semicolon.
SPI 3002.1.8 Recognize correct subject-verb
agreement with intervening elements.
SPI 3002.1.9 Recognize a shift in either verb tense
or point or view within a writing sample.
SPI 3002.1.10 Select correct pronoun usage in a
sentence (e.g., with compound elements such as
between you and me, or following than or as).
SPI 3002.1.11 Select correct pronoun-antecedent
agreement using collective nouns or indefinite
pronouns.
Q3 - Week 9 (Feb 25 – Mar 1) The end of the third nine weeks is Wednesday, March 6.
10. Publishing and Presenting Students present their findings
Common Core State Standards State Performance Indicators (SPIs) Content 9-10. L. 3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. 9-10.SL.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task. 9-10.SL.5 Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. 9-10.SL.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Students will use the Rubric for Self-Assessment
found on page 1031 to address the writing for
each category.