Unit 1

Reading Process

Ongoing

0721.1 Acquire Concepts About Text

Standard Reference
10. LA.1.2 Reading Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope/Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Analyze the structure and format of various informational documents.

Quarter 2 Research

TMA, EOC, DCAO

2

Identify the text characteristics of different genres of literature.

On-going

TMA, EOC

0721.2 Vocabulary and Concept Development

Standard Reference
10. LA.1.8 Reading Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope /Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Apply knowledge of roots and word parts to draw inferences about new words)

On-going

TMA, ISAT

2

Use context analysis to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words.

Quarter 4 Denotation and Connotation / On-going

TMA, EOC, ISAT

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Unit 2

Comprehension/Interpretation

Ongoing

0721.3 Acquire Strategies and Skill for Comprehending Text

Standard Reference 10.LA.2.1 Comprehension/Interpretation

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Synthesize the content from several sources on a single issue; compare and contrast ideas to demonstrate comprehension.

On-going

TMA, EOC

2

Apply reading strategies to self monitor for comprehension.

On-going

TMA

3

Clarify an understanding of text by creating outlines, notes, annotations, charts, and/or diagrams.

On-going

TMA

0721.4 Acquire Skills to Comprehend Expository Text

Standard Reference
10.LA.2.2 Comprehension/Interpretation

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Critique the logic of informational texts by examining the sequence of information and procedures.

Quarter 2 Research Paper

TMA, DCAO

2

Define the purpose and audience of a variety of communication formats (e.g., essays, letters, user manuals, lab reports, websites).

Quarter 1 Persuasion; Quarter 2 Research

TMA

DCAO

3

Evaluate the comprehensiveness and validity of evidence in an author’s argument.

Quarter 1 Persuasion; Quarter 2 Research

TMA, DCAO

0721.5 Acquire Skills for Comprehending Literary Text

Standard Reference
10.LA.2.3 Comprehension/Interpretation

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Read and respond to literature from a variety of genres.

On-going

TMA, EOC, ISAT

DCAO

2

Analyze characters’ traits by what the characters say about themselves in narration, dialogue, and soliloquy.

On-going: Quarter 3 Soliloquy

TMA, EOC, ISAT

DCAO

3

Explain the author’s point of view and interpret how it influences the text.

Quarter 2; Quarter 3; Quarter 4

TMA, DCAO

4

Compare works that express a universal theme and provide evidence to support the views expressed in each work.

On-going

TMA, EOC, DCAO

5

Analyze ways in which authors use imagery, figures of speech, and the "sound" of language for effect.

Quarter 1 Antigone; Quarter 3 Shakespeare; Quarter 4 Novel

TMA, EOC, ISAT, DCAO

6

Compare and contrast authors’ styles on the basis of such elements as word choice and sentence syntax.

Quarter 2 Arthurian Legend

TMA

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Unit 3

Writing Process

Ongoing

0721.6 Acquire Prewriting Skills

Standard Reference
10.LA.3.1 Writing Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Generate ideas using a variety of strategies.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

2

Generate a main idea or thesis appropriate to a type of writing.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

3

Apply organizational strategies to plan writing.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

4

Match format to purpose and audience.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

5

Produce a piece of writing within a set period of time.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

0721.7 Acquire Skills for Writing a Draft

Standard Reference
10.LA.3.2 Writing Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Use the ideas generated and organized through prewriting to write a draft.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

2

Sequence ideas in a cohesive, meaningful order.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

0721.8 Acquire Skills for Revising a Draft

Standard Reference
10.LA.3.3 Writing Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Revise draft for meaning, clarity, and effective organization.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

2

Add relevant details and delete irrelevant or redundant information.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

3

Use transitional words and phrases to clarify meaning and improve organization.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

4

Use a variety of sentence structures to improve sentence fluency and enhance style.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

5

Use literary models to refine writing style.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

6

Conference with others to improve writing.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

0721.9 Acquire Skills for Editing a Draft

Standard Reference
10.LA.3.4 Writing Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

4.1

Use editing marks to indicate errors in conventions.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

4.2

Edit for correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, and usage errors.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

0721.10 Acquire Skills to Publish Writing

Standard Reference
10.LA.3.5 Writing Process

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Publish improved draft.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

2

Share writing with intended audience.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

3

Use appropriate technology to produce a final draft.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

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Unit 4

Writing Application

Ongoing

0721.11 Acquire Expressive (Narrative/Creative) Writing Skills

Standard Reference
10.LA.4.1 Writing Application

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Write narratives or short stories that describe the specific actions, movements, gestures, and feelings of the characters.

Quarter 1 Personal Persuasive Essay; Quarter 4 Essay

TMA , DCAO

2

Write original creative works including prose and poetry.

Quarter 1 Persuasive Personal Essay; Quarter 3 Sonnets

TMA, DCAO

0721.12 Acquire Expository (Informational/ Research) Writing Skills

Standard Reference
10.LA.4.2 Writing Application

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Write expository essays that include a main idea, supporting details, and introductory, body, and concluding paragraphs.

Quarter 4 Common Assignment

DCAO

2

Write a research report that includes a thesis, provides relevant support, and documents sources.

Quarter 2 Research Paper

DCAO

0721.13 Acquire Persuasive Writing Skills

Standard Reference
10.LA.4.3 Writing Application

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

3.1

Write persuasive compositions that use specific rhetorical devices to support assertions (e.g., appealing to logic thorough reasoning; appealing to emotion or ethical belief; or relating a personal anecdote or analogy).

Quarter 1 Persuasive Personal Essay

TMA, DCAO

0721.14 Acquire Skills for Literary Response

Standard Reference
10.LA.4.4 Writing Application

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Write responses to literature that demonstrate an understanding of literary elements such as plot, theme, characterization, tone, style, foreshadowing, and figurative language.

Quarter 3 Literary Analysis; Quarter 4 Essay

TMA, DCAO

2

Write responses to literature that demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of a variety of authors’ styles.

Quarter 2

TMA

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Unit 5

Writing Components

Ongoing

0721.15 Acquire Skills for Sentence Structure

Standard Reference
10.LA.5.3 Writing Components

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Apply correct and varied sentence types in writing.

On-going

TMA, DCAO

2

Edit for agreement, word usage, parallel structure, and fluency.

On-going

TMA, DCAO, ISAT

0721.16 Acquire Skills for Using Conventions

Standard Reference
10.LA.5.4 Writing Components

No.

Performance Objective

Resource Reference in Scope / Sequence

Assessment Correlation

1

Demonstrate in writing the correct use of conventions emphasizing pronoun/antecedent agreement, subject/verb agreement, adjective/adverb usage, verb tense, verbals, appositives, compound-complex sentences, clauses, and parallel structure.

On-going

TMA, DCAO, ISAT

2

Demonstrate in writing the correct use of punctuation and capitalization.

On-going

TMA, DCAO, ISAT