Curriculum » NC Standard Course of Study & aligned resources
English Language Arts — Grade 8
Goal 3
- Objective 3.01
- Evaluate a variety of public documents by:
- identifying the social context of the argument.
- comparing the argument and counter-argument presented.
- judging the effectiveness of tone, style, and use of language. - Find related resources
- Objective 3.02
- Refine the use of the problem-solution process by:
- evaluating problems and solutions within various texts and situations.
- utilizing the problem-solution process within various contexts/situations.
-constructing essays/presentations that respond to a given problem by proposing a solution that includes relevant details. - Find related resources
- Objective 3.03
- Create arguments that persuade by:
- engaging the audience by establishing a context, creating a persona, and otherwise developing interest.
- developing a controlling idea that makes a clear and knowledgeable judgment.
- arranging details, reasons, and examples effectively and persuasively.
-anticipating and addressing reader/listener concerns and counter-arguments. - Find related resources
