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English Curriculum
Language Arts - Gilgamesh to Skywalker: Hero's Journey

Word Analysis, Fluency, & Vocab Develop

Etymology of Terms in History
The learner will be able to trace the etymology of significant terms used in political science and history.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Vocabulary & Concept Development Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 1.1; STAR 2001 Blueprint 20% of English Language Arts Exam: 10 items from Grade 10 Reading 1.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Etymology Links [On-line]
http://members.tripod.com/~itsmagic/ETYMOLGY.HTML
· Web Page, Wilton's Word and Phrase Origins [On-line]
http://www.wordorigins.org/home.htm
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of Flies Vocabulary [On-line]
http://www.vocabulary.com/VUctlordflies.html
· Web Page, Focus on roots/prefixes/suffixes [On-line]
http://www.wordfocus.com/
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide (Vocabulary) [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
  
Greek, Latin, Anglo-Saxon Roots/Affixes
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of Greek, Latin, and Anglo-Saxon roots and affixes to draw inferences concerning the meaning of scientific and mathematical terminology.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Vocabulary & Concept Development Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 1.2; STAR 2001 Blueprint 20% of English Language Arts Exam: 10 items from Grade 10 Reading 1.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, http://english.glendale.cc.ca.us/roots.dict.html [On-line]
List of Greek and Latin Roots
· Web Page, http://www.literacyunlimited.com/photosynth.htm [On-line]
General explanation of roots
· Web Page, http://english.glendale.cc.ca.us/roots.html [On-line]
Quiz on roots.
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of Flies Vocabulary [On-line]
http://www.vocabulary.com/VUctlordflies.html
· Web Page, Focus on roots/prefixes/suffixes [On-line]
http://www.wordfocus.com/
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide (Vocabulary) [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
  
Meanings of Analogies
The learner will be able to discern the meaning of analogies encountered, analyzing specific comparisons as well as relationships and inferences.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Vocabulary & Concept Development Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 1.3; STAR 2001 Blueprint 20% of English Language Arts Exam: 10 items from Grade 10 Reading 1.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, K-12 Analogy Sampler [On-line]
http://www.epsbooks.com/samplers/2225MP.pdf
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of Flies Vocabulary [On-line]
http://www.vocabulary.com/VUctlordflies.html
· Web Page, Focus on roots/prefixes/suffixes [On-line]
http://www.wordfocus.com/
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide (Vocabulary) [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
  
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Reading Comprehension (Informational)

Reading Strategies
The learner will be able to use strategies such as SQ3R (survey, question, read, recite, review) to effectively gain information.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Structural Features of Info. Materials Introduce Oroville Union High School District(a) Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, http://www.cmd.stthomas.edu/studyguides/texred2.ht [On-line]
Description of SQ3R Method
· Web Page, reading strategies [On-line]
http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learn/read.html
· Web Page, reading and study skills [On-line]
http://www.campuslife.utoronto.ca/handbook/02002-StudySkills.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Features & Rhetoric of Public Docume
The learner will be able to analyze both the features and rhetorical devices of different types of public documents (e.g., policy statements, speeches, debates, platforms, ballots/propositions) and the way in which authors use those features and devices.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Structural Features of Info. Materials Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.1; STAR 2001 Blueprint 42% of English Language Arts Exam: 21 items from Grade 10 Reading 2.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, rhetoric terms [On-line]
http://www.uky.edu/ArtsSciences/Classics/rhetoric.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Structure of Functional Documents
The learner will be able to analyze the structure of functional documents, including charts and graphs, leases, schedules, notices, maps, simple tax forms, and basic legal documents.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Structural Features of Info. Materials Introduce Oroville Union High School District(a) Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Clarity of Meaning
The learner will be able to analyze the way in which clarity of meaning is affected by the patterns of organization, hierarchical structures, repetition of the main ideas, syntax, and word choice in the text.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Comprehension & Analysis of Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.2; STAR 2001 Blueprint 42% of English Language Arts Exam: 21 items from Grade 10 Reading 2.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Fact & Opinion in Expository Texts
The learner will be able to verify and clarify facts presented in other types of expository texts by using a variety of consumer and public documents. Distinguish between fact and opinion.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Comprehension & Analysis of Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.3; STAR 2001 Blueprint 42% of English Language Arts Exam: 21 items from Grade 10 Reading 2.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Interpretation Defense & Clarificati
The learner will be able to make warranted and reasonable assertions about the author's arguments by using elements of the text to defend and clarify interpretations.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Comprehension & Analysis of Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.4; STAR 2001 Blueprint 42% of English Language Arts Exam: 21 items from Grade 10 Reading 2.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Influence of Audience
The learner will be able to recognize how audience influences the style and content of a publication.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Comprehension & Analysis of Text Master Oroville Union High School District(a) Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Author's Assumptions & Beliefs
The learner will be able to analyze an author's implicit and explicit philosophical assumptions and beliefs about a subject.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Comprehension & Analysis of Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.5. Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
Critique of Arguments in Public Document
The learner will be able to critique the power, truthfulness, and validity of arguments set forth in public documents; their appeal to both friendly and hostile audiences; and the extent to which the arguments anticipate and address reader concerns and counterclaims (e.g., appeal to reason, to authority, to pathos and emotion) and recognize bias and pro and con positions.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Expository Critique Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 2.6; STAR 2001 Blueprint 42% of English Language Arts Exam: 21 items from Grade 10 Reading 2.0, including items on this standard. Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Critiques and Analysis Guidlines [On-line]
http://www.bangkokpost.co.th/education/opinion.htm
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Info directed at consumers [On-line]
http://consumerworld.com.org/
· Web Page, Consumer writing [On-line]
http://www,consumer.gov/
· Web Page, Non-fiction consumer info [On-line]
http://www.ifg.mc.com
  
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Literary Response and Analysis

Characteristics of Subgenres
The learner will be able to analyze characteristics of subgenres (e.g., satire, parody, allegory, pastoral, stream of consciousness) that are used in poetry, prose, plays, novels, short stories, and other basic genres.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Structural Features of Literature Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.1 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Genre Terms [On-line]
http:/www.195.209.208.11/WritersGuide/literarytermstoc.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Structural Features of Poetry
The learner will be able to analyze structural features of poetry (e.g., free verse, narrative, sonnet, rhymed verse, and blank verse).
Strand Scope Source Activities
Structural Features of Literature Master Oroville Union High School District(a) Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Symbolism [On-line]
http://www.umich.edu/~umfandsf/symbolismproject/symbolism.html/index.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Theme of Meaning
The learner will be able to analyze the way in which the theme of meaning of a selection represents a view or comment on life, using textual evidence to support the claim.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.2 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Odysseus [On-line]
http://library.thinkquest.org/19300/data/Odyssey/odysseus2.htm
· Web Page, Finding a Theme [On-line]
www.learner.org/exhibits/literature/read/theme1.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Rhetorical & Aesthetic Purposes
The learner will be able to analyze the ways in which irony, tone, mood, the author's style, and the "sound" of language achieve specific rhetorical or aesthetic purposes or both.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.3 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Poets' Use of Language
The learner will be able to analyze ways in which poets use language (e.g., imagery, personification, figures of speech, alliteration, assonance, hyperbole, onomatopoeia, rhyme, simile, metaphor, meter, and rhythm) to evoke readers' emotions.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.4 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Poetry Terms [On-line]
http://shoga.wwa.com/~rgs/glossary.html
· Web Page, Handbook of Terms [On-line]
http://www.emory.edu/ENGLISH/classes/Handbook/Handbook.html
· Web Page, Symbolism [On-line]
http://www.capcollege.bc.ca/dept/magic/cmns/symbolism.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
American Literature
The learner will be able to analyze recognized works of American literature representing a variety of genres and traditions: a. Trace the development of American literature from the colonial period forward. b. Contrast the major periods, themes, styles, and trends, and describe how works of members of different cultures relate to one another in each period. c. Evaluate the philosophical, political, religious, ethical, and social influences of the historical period that shaped the characters, plots, and settings .
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.5 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Archetypes from Myth & Tradition
The learner will be able to analyze the way in which authors through the centuries have used archetypes drawn from myth and tradition in literature, film, political speeches, and religious writings (e.g., how the archetypes of banishment from an ideal world can be used to interpret Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth).
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.6 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Archetypes in the Hero's Journey [On-line]
http://www.wire.net.au/~melinda/archtype.htm
· Web Page, The Hero's Journey [On-line]
http://www.mcli.dist.maricopa.edu/smc/journey/
· Web Page, Odyssey Archetypes [On-line]
http://library.thinkquest.org/19300/data/Odyssey/odysseus2.htm
· Web Page, Heros of the Middle Ages [On-line]
http://www.luminarium.org/medlit/medheroes.htm
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
World Literature
The learner will be able to analyze recognized works of world literature from a variety of authors: a. Contrast the major literary forms, techniques, and characteristics of the major literary periods (e.g., Homeric Greece, medieval, romantic, neoclassic, modern). b. Relate literary works and authors to the major themes and issues of their eras. c. Evaluate the philosophical, religious, political, ethical, and social influences of the historical period that shaped the characters, plots, and settings .
Strand Scope Source Activities
Analysis of Grade-Level-Appropriate Text Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.7 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
Political Assumptions in Literature
The learner will be able to analyze the clarity and consistency of political assumptions in a selection of literary works or essays on a topic (e.g., suffrage, women's role in organized labor). (Political approach).
Strand Scope Source Activities
Literary Criticism Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.8 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
philosophical Arguments in Literature
The learner will be able to analyze the philosophical arguments presented in literary works to determine whether the author's positions have contributed to the quality of each work and credibility of the characters. (Philosophical approach).
Strand Scope Source Activities
Literary Criticism Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Reading 3.9 Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Analysis [On-line]
http://www.homework-online.com/lotf/index.asp
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit [On-line]
http://www.berghuis.co.nz/abiator/unit/hobbit/hindex2.html
· Web Page, The Hobbit Teacher's Guide [On-line]
http://www.randomhouse.com/BB/teachers/tgs/hobbit.html
· Web Page, Skills of Literary Analysis [On-line]
http://www.soleil.acomp.usf.edu/~smasturz/precepts.html
· Web Page, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight [On-line]
http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/projs3a/sggk01.html
· Web Page, Superman and the Odyssey [On-line]
http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/1347.html
  
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Writing Strategies

Elements of Discourse in Writing
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the elements of discourse (e.g., purpose, speaker, audience, form) when completing narrative, expository, persuasive, or descriptive writing assignments.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Organization and Focus Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Writing 1.1 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Discourse [On-line]
http://wwwtc.nhmccd.edu/courses/1302mep/AimsOfDiscourse.html
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Writing strategies [On-line]
http://www.cmd.stthomas.edu/studyguides/wrtstr.htm
· Web Page, writing strategies K-12 [On-line]
http://www.gse.buffalo.edu/org/writingstrategies/index.htm
  
Point of View, Characterization & St
The learner will be able to use point of view, characterization, style (e.g., use of irony), and related elements for specific rhetorical and aesthetic purposes.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Organization and Focus Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Writing 1.2 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Odysseus' Journey [On-line]
http://library.thinkquest.org/19300/data/Odyssey/odysseus2.htm
· Web Page, Lord of the Flies Teacher Guide [On-line]
http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/lord/lordtg.html
· Web Page, Character Analysis [On-line]
http://www.pbcc.cc.fl.us/faculty/barneyd/enc1102/webfiles/literature/character.html
· Web Page, Point of View [On-line]
http://www.uni-ulm.de/schulen/gym/sgu/gatsb/point.htm
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Writing strategies [On-line]
http://www.cmd.stthomas.edu/studyguides/wrtstr.htm
· Web Page, writing strategies K-12 [On-line]
http://www.gse.buffalo.edu/org/writingstrategies/index.htm
  
Structure of Ideas & Arguments
The learner will be able to structure ideas and arguments in a sustained, persuasive, and sophisticated way and support them with precise and relevant examples.
Strand Scope Source Activities
Organization and Focus Master CA: English-Language Arts Content Standards, December 1997, Grades Eleven/Twelve, Writing 1.3 Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Elements of Arguments [On-line]
http://iws.ohiolink.edu/~sg-ysu/argu.html
· Web Page, Logic/ Arguments [On-line]
http://www.philosophypages.com/lg/e01.htm
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
· Web Page, Writing strategies [On-line]
http://www.cmd.stthomas.edu/studyguides/wrtstr.htm
· Web Page, writing strategies K-12 [On-line]
http://www.gse.buffalo.edu/org/writingstrategies/index.htm
  
Unity & Coherence in Writing
The learner will be able to write with unity and coherence (e.g., establish and maintain controlling idea; sequence paragraphs effectively; use transitions; provide ample, concrete support).
Strand Scope Source Activities
Organization and Focus Master Oroville Union High School District(a) Classroom
  Instructional Resources