Standard Course of Study :: English Language Arts

Objective 6.01

Demonstrate an understanding of conventional written and spoken expression by:

using a variety of sentence types correctly, punctuating them properly, and avoiding fragments and run-ons.
using appropriate subject-verb agreement and verb tense that are appropriate for the meaning of the sentence.
demonstrating the different roles of the different parts of speech in sentence construction.
using pronouns correctly, including clear antecedents and correct case.
using phrases and clauses correctly (e.g., prepositional phrases, appositives, dependent and independent clauses).
determining the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary words by using context clues, a dictionary, a glossary, a thesaurus, and/or structural analysis (roots, prefixes, suffices) of words.
extending vocabulary knowledge by learning and using new words.
exploring the role and use of dialects and of standard English to appreciate appropriate usage in different contexts.
developing an awareness of language conventions and usage during oral presentations.

Objective 6.02

Identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:

reviewing and using common spelling rules, applying common spelling patterns, and developing and mastering an individualized list of words that are commonly misspelled.
applying proofreading symbols when editing.
producing final drafts that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation and capitalization.
developing an awareness of errors in everyday speech.

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