Standard Course of Study :: English Language Arts

Objective 3.01

Explore and evaluate argumentative works that are read, heard and/or viewed by:

monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed.
analyzing the work by identifying the arguments and positions stated or implied and the evidence used to support them.
identifying the social context of the argument.
recognizing the effects of bias, emotional factors, and/or semantic slanting.
comparing the argument and counter-argument presented.
identifying/evaluating the effectiveness of tone, style, and use of language.
evaluating the author's purpose and stance
making connections between works, self and related topics.
responding to public documents (such as but not limited to editorials, reviews, local, state, and national policies/issues including those with a historical context).

Objective 3.02

Continue to explore and analyze 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.
recognizing and/or creating an organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context.

Objective 3.03

Evaluate and create arguments that persuade by:

understanding the importance of the engagement of audience by establishing a context, creating a persona, and otherwise developing interest.
noting and/or 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 counterarguments.
recognizing and/or creating an organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context.

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