Unit:

Grade 10 - English, Unit 3 World Literature

Focus:

BCPS English Indicator:

Locate, evaluate, select and incorporate appropriate information from primary and secondary sources to prepare an oral or written report on a researched topic.

Examine elements affecting, the validity of persuasive writing and select appropriate message, diction, tone, and rhetorical devices for an identical audience and purpose to influence opinion in persuasive writing and /or speaking.

Incorporate appropriate conventions of usage, mechanics, and grammar to write and speak effectively for an identified audience.

BCPS Library
Indicator:

Use research skills in order to evaluate, select, record, and reorganize information. (LG-3)

Use reference skills in order to locate information in a variety of sources. (LG-3)

Use critical thinking skills in order to solve research problems. (LG-3)

Content Standard 4.0 Writing
Students will compose in a variety of modes by developing content, employing specific forms, and selecting language appropriate for a particular audience and purpose.

2A
1. Match resources to topic of interest or need.
3A
1. Students will use print resources efficiently and effectively.
3. Students will use computer/online/digital resources efficiently and effectively.
7. Use appropriate graphic organizers or note cards to record relevant information. 
8. Use own words to capture concepts and avoid plagiarism.
5A
2. Apply critical thinking and problem solving strategies.
6A
1. Make decisions to facilitate effective communication of ideas.

 1.1.2 Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning.

1.1.4 Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.

1.3.3 Follow ethical and legal guidelines in gathering and using information.

2.1.1 Continue an inquiry- based research process by applying critical- thinking skills (analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge.

2.1.6 Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.

2.2.4 Demonstrate personal productivity by completing products to express learning.