Standard Course of Study :: English Language Arts

Objective 1.01

Narrate a personal account which:

creates a coherent, organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context.
establishes a point of view and sharpens focus.
uses remembered feelings.
selects details that best illuminate the topic.
connects events to self/society.

Objective 1.02

Analyze expressive materials that are read, heard, and viewed by:

monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard, and/or viewed.
reviewing the characteristics of expressive works.
determining the importance of literary effects on the reader/viewer/listener.
making connections between works, self and related topics.
drawing inferences.
generating a learning log or journal.
maintaining an annotated list of works that are read or viewed, including personal reactions.
taking an active role in and/or leading formal/informal book/media talks.

Objective 1.03

Interact in group activities and/or seminars in which the student:

shares personal reactions to questions raised.
gives reasons and cites examples from text in support of expressed opinions.
clarifies, illustrates, or expands on a response when asked to do so, and asks classmates for similar expansion.

Objective 1.04

Reflect on learning experiences by:

evaluating how personal perspectives are influenced by society, cultural differences, and historical issues.
appraising changes in self throughout the learning process.
evaluating personal circumstances and background that shape interaction with text.

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