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Creative Writing: Grades 9-12Credit:Creative Writing may be a ½ credit or a 1-credit course, depending on the number of genres explored and developedwithin the course.Content Standards:The student will be given the opportunity to develop a creative outlet through additional writing experiences infiction and/or nonfiction.Focus: This elective expands on writing standards W.TTP.1-W.TTP.3.W.1/2 Credit CourseStrategies for accessing memory,practice using sense, and specific detailCreate a clear, precise image1 Credit CourseStrategies for accessing memory,practice using sense, and specific detailCreate a clear, precise imageAnalysis of written and drawn images inchildren’s picture booksAnalysis of written and drawn images inchildren’s picture booksCreate a children’s picture bookPoetry PortfolioCreate a children’s picture bookPoetry PortfolioAnalysis of Personal Essays andMemoirsCreate a Personal EssayAnalysis of various short storytechniquesCreate a short story mimicking one ofthe techniquesAnalysis of Personal Essays andMemoirsCreate a Personal EssayAnalysis of various short storytechniquesCreate a short story mimicking one ofthe techniquesCapture dialogue from real-lifesituations and analyze conversationalpatternsCreate biographical sketches for theobserved dialogueCreate a biographical sketch for thecharacters in the short storyRevise short story with attention toinformation from the biographicalsketch, focusing on dialogueParticipate in collaborative workshops toreview peer workParticipate in collaborative workshops toreview peer workELA Standard ConnectionL.VAU.5, RL/RI.CS.4, W.RW.10L.CSE.1, L.CSE.2, L.KL.3, W.PDW.4,W.RW.10R.KID.1, RL/RI.KID.2, RL/RI.KID.3,RL/RI.CS.4, RL/RI.CS.5,RL/RI.RRTC.10, W.RW.10W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4, W.RW.10W.PDW.4, W.PDW.5, W.PDW.6,W.RW.10L.VAU.5, RI.KID.2, RI.CS.4, RI.CS.5,RI.RRTC.10, W.RW.10W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6, W.RW.10R.KID.1, RL.KID.2, RL.KID.3,RL.CS.4, RL.RRTC.10, W.RW.10W.TTP.3, W.PDW.5, W.RW.10RI.CS.4, RI.CS.5, RI.CS.6, W.RW.10W.TTP.2, W.RW.10W.TTP.2, W.RW.10W.TTP.3, W.PDW.5, W.RW.10SL.CC.1, SL.PKI.4, SL.PKI.6,W.PDW.5, W.RW.10Goal Statement:Students often have the opportunity to experience expository writing in the classroom but have little time to developimaginative writing. Creative Writing allows them to promote self-expression, to explore various writing styles, andto strive for variety in diction, sentence structure, and format.Learning Expectations:·Develop fluency, logic, clarity, and creativity.·Write for a variety of audiences.·Explore diverse modes and genres of writing.·Utilize evaluation and revision skills.·Focus on the steps of the process writing.·Use available technology in the creative process.
Advanced Creative Writing: Grades 10-12Pre-requisite:Creative Writing IContent Standard:The student will be given the opportunity to develop a creative outlet through additional writing experiences infiction and/or nonfiction. This elective expands on writing standards W.TTP.1-W.TTP.3.W.TTP1/2 Credit Course2- Character SceneStructure of 2-Character Scene1 Credit Course2- Character SceneStructure of 2-Character SceneObstacles for the charactersObstacles for the charactersCharacter motivation statementsCharacter motivation statementsDetailed autobiography of each characterDetailed autobiography of each characterDeveloped inner monologue for eachcharacterLetter from each character to the othercharacterStage DirectionsDeveloped inner monologue for eachcharacterLetter from each character to the othercharacterStage DirectionsSet DesignCostume DecisionsSet DesignCostume DecisionsExperimental Writing FormsMicro essayPSA Announcement Delivered in DigitalFormRevisit Poetry PortfolioEngage in collaborative discussions toprovide peer feedback.1ELA Standard ConnectionL.CSE.1-3, 5-6, W.PDW.4-6RL.KID.2, RL.KID.3, RL.CS.4-6,W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6RL.KID.3, RL.CS.4-6, W.TTP.2,W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RL.KID.3, RL.CS.4-6,W.TTP.2, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RI.KID.3, RI.CS.4-6,W.TTP.2, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RL.KID.3, RL.CS.4-6,W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RL.CS.4-6, W.TTP.1-3,W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RI.CS.4-6, W.TTP.2,W.PDW.4-6W.TTP.2, W.PDW.4-6W.TTP.2, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RL/RI.KID 1-3,RL/RI.CS.4-6, W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RI.KID.3, RI.CS.4-6,W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6L.CSE.1-3, 5-6, RI.KID.3, RL.CS.4-6,RI.IKI.7-8, W.TTP.1-3, W.PDW.4-6,W.RBPK.7-8, W.RW.10W.PDW.4, W.PDW.5, W.PDW.6,W.RW.10, W.PDW.4-6SL.CC.1, SL.PKI.4, SL.PKI.6,W.PDW.5, W.RW.10Goal Statement:Students often have the opportunity to experience expository writing in the classroom but have little time to developimaginative writing. Creative Writing allows them to promote self-expression, to explore various writing styles, andto strive for variety in diction, sentence structure, and format.Learning Expectations:·Develop fluency, logic, clarity, and creativity.·Write for a variety of audiences.·Explore diverse modes and genres of writing.·Utilize evaluation and revision skills.·Focus on the steps of the process writing.·Use available technology in the creative process.
Genre Literature: Grades 9-12Content Standard:The student will be given the opportunity to develop deeper thematic critical reading skills through additionalreading experiences. This elective expands on Reading standards R.IKI.9 and R.RRTC.10½-Credit Course1-Credit CourseExplore the intricate aspects that definethe literary genreRead widely in the genreStudy the thematic element(s) of thegenreExplore various styles, settings,characters, and plot elements of theliterary genreAnalyze, evaluate, and synthesizeliterature in the genreStudents in the 1-credit course will haveopportunities to explore the genre ingreater depth.Teachers may also choose to cover twogenres in the 1-credit course.Participate in collaborative conversationsabout works in the genreWrite about the literary genre to create anew understanding of the genreELA Standard ConnectionL.VAU.6, RL.CS.6, RL.IKI.9,RL.RRTC.10, W.RBPK.7, W.RBPK.910RL.CS.5-6, RL.IKI.9, RL.RRTC.10RL.KID.2, RL.CS.4-6, RL.IKI.9,RL.RRTC.10, W.RBPK.7, W.RBPK.910RL.CS.6, RL.IKI.9, RL.RRTC.10,W.RBPK.7, W.RBPK.9-10L.CSE.1-2, L.KL.3, L.VAU.5-6,RL.KID.1-3, RL.CS.4-6, RL.IKI.9,RL.RRTC.10, W.TTP.2, W.RBPK.7,W.RBPK.9-10L.CSE.1-2, RL.IKI.9, RL.RRTC.10L.CSE.1-2, L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, RL.IKI.9,W.TTP.1-2, W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7,W.RBPK.9-10Goal Statement:Students often have the opportunity to experience one or two texts from various literary genres but have little time todevelop a thorough study of the themes embedded in various literary genres. Genre Literature allows them toexplore the intricate aspects that make a literary genre, thematic elements of a literary genre and various styles andplot elements of a literary genre.Learning Expectations: Explore the intricate aspects that make a literary genre. Follow thematic element(s) of a literary genre. Explore various styles, settings, characters, and plot elements of a literary genre. Use close reading skills to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize literature. Discuss and write about literary genre to create new understanding.Literary Genres to Choose for the Topic of a Class: Ancient Literature Classical Literature Contemporary Literature Mystery/Thriller Historical Fiction Conflict Literature Sci-Fi and Fantasy Westerns Young Adult Literature Graphic Novels
Journalism I: Grades 9-12Goal Statement:The primary goal of any journalism program should be for students to improve both oral and writtencommunication skills. Journalism programs should offer students the opportunity to improve speech skills,research skills, grammar usage, and interview skills as well as production skills for both print andbroadcast.Content Standards:The student will understand and utilize oral, written, and visual communication. This elective expands onwriting standards W.TTP.1-W.TTP.3 and W.PDW.6. Standards for this course will align with the 9-10grade-band standards for ELA.1/2 –Credit Course1-Credit CourseELA Standards ConnectionStandards for Oral CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Demonstrate speaking, listening, andresearch skills which will facilitateinterviewing and other oralcommunication activities.L.CSE.1, SL.CC.2, SL.PLI.6Demonstrate appropriate languageskills, demeanor, and attire tocultivate success and good publicrelations.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, SL.CC.1,SL.PKI.6Demonstrate appropriateinterviewing techniques.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5Apply terms and expressionscommon to the industry to speaking,listening, and writingL.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, RI.CS.4Apply legal and ethical journalisticstandards to all journalism activities.R.KID.3, SL.CC.2Standards for Written CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Demonstrate appropriate languageusage skills and research techniques.L.CSE.2Demonstrate appropriate journalisticwriting style for various media.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, W.TTP.1-3,W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7Recognize the difference betweenfact and opinion and its appropriateuse in media production.L.VAU.5, RI.KID.1-3, RI.CS.6,W.RBPK.8-9Use computers (if available) tocompose, edit, and revise work forpublication.W.PDW.6Write for an intended (prescribed)audience, recognizing the importanceof ethics in information gathering andL.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, SL.CC.2,W.PDW.4
reporting.Demonstrate editing and revisiontechniques to produce work suitablefor publication/ production.L.VAU.5, RI.IKI.7, W.PDW.6Standards for Visual CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Exhibit a working knowledge forroles and procedures of managementand production of various media.SL.CC.1-3, W.PDW.4Demonstrate knowledge of businessmanagement including advertising,circulation, and/or bookkeepingprocedures.SL.CC.1-3, SL.PKI.4, W.TTP.1-2Understand and utilize standardprinciples of related areas to enhancevisual appeal.SL.PKI.5Create visual effects by utilizinggraphic designs, eithertechnologically generated (ifavailable) or original work.SL.PKI.5Demonstrate knowledge of layoutand design procedures byincorporating consistency of styleusing a desktop publishing system (ifavailable), traditional methods, or acombination of both techniques.SL.PKI.5, W.PDW.6
Journalism II: Grades 9-12Pre-Requisite:Journalism IGoal Statement:This course provides a continued exploration of skills necessary in journalistic writing and desktoppublishing. In addition to being actively engaged in communication skills, students will explore the topicsof ethics in journalism particularly paying close attention to plagiarism. Journalism programs should offerstudents the opportunity to improve speech skills, research skills, grammar usage, and interview skills aswell as production skills for both print and broadcast.Content Standards:The student will understand and utilize oral, written, and visual communication. Standards for this coursewill align with the 9-10 grade-band standards for ELA.1/2 –Credit Course1-Credit CourseELA Standards ConnectionStandards for Oral CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Model speaking, listening, andresearch skills, which will facilitateinterviewing and other oralcommunication activities.L.CSE.1, SL.CC.2, SL.PLI.6Model appropriate language skills,demeanor, and attire to cultivatesuccess and good public relations.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, SL.CC.1,SL.PKI.6Model appropriate interviewingtechniques.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5Apply terms and expressionscommon to the industry to speaking,listening, and writing.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, RI.CS.4Apply legal and ethical journalisticstandards to all journalism activities.R.KID.3, SL.CC.2Standards for Written CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Skillfully apply language usage skillsand research techniques.L.CSE.2Skillfully apply journalistic writingstyle for various media.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, W.TTP.1-3,W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7Recognize the difference betweenfact, opinion, and bias andappropriate use in media production.L.VAU.5, RI.KID.1-3, RI.CS.6,W.RBPK.8-9Use computers (if available) tocompose, edit, and revise work forW.PDW.6
publication.Write for an intended (prescribed)audience, recognizing the importanceof ethics in information gathering andreporting.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, SL.CC.2,W.PDW.4Skillfully apply editing and revisiontechniques to produce work suitablefor publication/ production.L.VAU.5, RI.IKI.7, W.PDW.6Standards for Visual CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Exhibit a working knowledge forroles and procedures of managementand production of various media.SL.CC.1-3, W.PDW.4Demonstrate knowledge of businessmanagement including advertising,circulation, and/or bookkeepingprocedures.SL.CC.1-3, SL.PKI.4, W.TTP.1-2Understand and utilize standardprinciples of related areas to enhancevisual appeal.SL.PKI.5Create visual effects by utilizinggraphic designs, eithertechnologically generated (ifavailable) or original work.SL.PKI.5Demonstrate knowledge of layoutand design procedures byincorporating consistency of styleusing a desktop publishing system (ifavailable), traditional methods, or acombination of both techniques.SL.PKI.5, W.PDW.6
Journalism III: Grades 10-12Pre-Requisites:Journalism I and IIGoal Statement:This course will provide more in-depth and hands-on production work in journalism. Activities in this classshould include production techniques for newspaper, radio, and television.Content Standard:The student will understand and utilize oral, written, and visual communication. Standards for this coursewill align with the 11-12 grade-band standards for ELA.1/2 –Credit Course1-Credit CourseELA Standards ConnectionStandards for Oral CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Coach peers in speaking, listening,and research skills, which willfacilitate interviewing and other oralcommunication activities.L.CSE.1, SL.CC.2, SL.PLI.6Coach peers in appropriate languageskills, demeanor, and attire tocultivate success and good publicrelations.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, SL.CC.1,SL.PKI.6Coach peers in appropriateinterviewing techniques.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5Coach peers in using terms andexpressions common to the industryto speaking, listening, and writing.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, RI.CS.4Coach peers in applying legal andethical journalistic standards to alljournalism activities.R.KID.3, SL.CC.2Standards for Written CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Skillfully apply advanced languageusage skills and research techniques.L.CSE.2Skillfully apply advanced journalisticwriting style for various media.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, W.TTP.1-3,W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7Recognize the difference betweenfact, opinion, and bias andappropriate use in media production.L.VAU.5, RI.KID.1-3, RI.CS.6,W.RBPK.8-9Use computers (if available) tocompose, edit, and revise work forpublication.W.PDW.6
Write for an intended (prescribed)audience, recognizing the importanceof ethics in information gathering andreporting.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, SL.CC.2,W.PDW.4Skillfully apply advanced editing andrevision techniques to produce worksuitable for publication/ production.L.VAU.5, RI.IKI.7, W.PDW.6Standards for Visual CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.With support, exhibit leadership withregard to working knowledge forroles and procedures of managementand production of various media.SL.CC.1-3, W.PDW.4Demonstrate knowledge of businessmanagement including advertising,circulation, and/or bookkeepingprocedures. Mentor new staff as theynavigate the business aspects ofjournalism.SL.CC.1-3, SL.PKI.4, W.TTP.1-2Understand and utilize standardprinciples of related areas to enhancevisual appeal and provide feedback topeers during the layout phase.SL.PKI.5Create visual effects by utilizinggraphic designs, eithertechnologically generated (ifavailable) or original work andprovide feedback to peers during thelayout phase.SL.PKI.5Demonstrate knowledge of layoutand design procedures byincorporating consistency of styleusing a desktop publishing system (ifavailable), traditional methods, or acombination of both techniques.SL.PKI.5, W.PDW.6Industry CompetenciesResearch how journalists areevaluated for job performanceRI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9Research educational paths forjournalists and editorsRI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9Identify entry-level work experiencesRI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9
Journalism IV: Grades 10-12Pre-Requisite:Journalism I, II, and IIIGoal Statement:This course will allow students more hands-on production training in various areas of journalism. Activitiesin this class should include production techniques for newspaper, radio, and television including on-linepublications.Content Standard:The student will understand and utilize oral, written, and visual communication. Standards for this coursewill align with the 11-12 grade-band standards for ELA.1/2 –Credit Course1-Credit CourseELA Standards ConnectionStandards for Oral CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Teach peers speaking, listening, andresearch skills, which will facilitateinterviewing and other oralcommunication activities.L.CSE.1, SL.CC.2, SL.PLI.6Teach peers appropriate languageskills, demeanor, and attire tocultivate success and good publicrelations.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, SL.CC.1,SL.PKI.6Teach peers appropriate interviewingtechniques.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5Teach peers to apply terms andexpressions common to the industryto speaking, listening, and writing.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, RI.CS.4Teach peers to apply terms andexpressions common to the industryto speaking, listening, and writingactivities.R.KID.3, SL.CC.2With guidance from teacher, evaluatethe legal and ethical journalisticstandards of all journalism activities.L.CSE.1, SL.CC.2, SL.PLI.6Standards for Written CompetencyThe 1-credit course is theAlong with the teacher andadministration, evaluate thesuitability of language usage skillsand research techniques forpublication.L.CSE.2, RI.CS.4-6, RI.IKI.78.W.TTP.1-2, W.PDW.6Along with the teacher andadministration, evaluate theL.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, W.TTP.1-3,W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7
recommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.journalistic writing style for variousmedia.Along with the teacher andadministration, evaluate thepresentation of fact, opinion, and biasand appropriate use in mediaproduction.L.VAU.5, RI.KID.1-3, RI.CS.6,W.RBPK.8-9Use computers (if available) tocompose, edit, and revise work forpublication.W.PDW.6Write editorials for an intended(prescribed) audience, recognizingthe importance of ethics ininformation gathering and reporting.L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6, SL.CC.2,W.PDW.4, W.RBPK.7, W.RBPK.8Skillfully apply editing and revisiontechniques to produce work suitablefor publication/ production.L.VAU.5, RI.IKI.7, W.PDW.6Standards for Visual CompetencyThe 1-credit course is therecommended implementation;however, districts do have the optionof offering a 1/2 –credit course.Along with the teacher manage rolesand procedures to facilitate theproduction of various media.SL.CC.1-3, W.PDW.4Along with the teacher, manage thebusiness of the publication includingadvertising, circulation, and/orbookkeeping procedures.SL.CC.1-3, SL.PKI.4, W.TTP.1-2Apply standard principles of relatedareas to enhance visual appeal.SL.PKI.5Apply editorial discretion to createvisual effects by utilizing graphicdesigns, either technologicallygenerated (if available) or originalwork.SL.PKI.5, RI.CS.4-6, RI.IKI.78.W.TTP.1-2, W.PDW.6Demonstrate knowledge of layoutand design procedures byincorporating consistency of styleusing a desktop publishing system (ifavailable), traditional methods, or acombination of both techniques.SL.PKI.5, W.PDW.6Industry CompetenciesResearch how editors are evaluatedfor job performanceRI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9Research the educational path of afamous journalist or editorRI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9Research the various awards forjournalists and means by whichjournalists’ work is measured to earndistinction.RI.IKI.7-8, W.RBPK.8-9
Speech and Communications: Grades 9-12Credit:Speech and Communication is best offered as a 1-credit course; however, districts may offer thecourse as a ½-credit course. Students will have fewer opportunities to master the skills of publicspeaking.Goal Statement:Students will explore a variety of speaking situations (informative, small group, persuasive, andspecial event speaking) and different types of communication (interpersonal, small group, andpublic communication) using a variety of digital media (text, audio, and visual) through formaland informal settings.Content Standard:The student will develop the skills to generate ideas, research topics, organize information, andcreate and evaluate oral presentations. This standard expands on Speaking and Listeningstandards SL.CC.1, SL.CC.2, and SL. PKI.5.Learning OutcomesELA Standard ConnectionPreparingIntegrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media formats.L.KL.3, SL.PKI.5Make informed decisions and solve problems.RI.KID.1-3, SL.CC.2Evaluate the credibility and accuracy of each source and note any discrepanciesamong the data.L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, RI.CS.4-6SpeakingInitiate and participate effectively with varied partners in a range of collaborativediscussions on appropriate topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideasexpressing their own clearly and persuasively.L.KL.3, SL.CC.1Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear anddistinct perspective so that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative oropposing perspectives are addressed and the organization, development, substance,and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informaltasks.L.KL.3, SL.CC.2, W.TTP.2Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays in presentations to enhanceunderstanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.W.PDW.5-6Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formalEnglish when indicated or appropriate.L.CSE.1, L.KL.3, L.VAU.5, SL.PKI.6ListeningEvaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric.RI.CS.4, Sl.PKI.4, W.TTP.1-3Assess the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, andtone used.L.VAU.4, RI.IKI.7-9, SL.PKI.4,W.TTP.1, W.PDW.6
Digital LiteracyUse a range of technology tools for varied purposes.Use technology to connect and collaborate with others.RI.IKI.7-9, L.VAU.4, RI.CS.4-6,SL.PKI.5RI.IKI.7-9, L.VAU.4, RI.CS.4-6,SL.CC.3, SL.PKI.5, W.RBPK.8L.KL.3, RI.IKI.7-9, SL.CC.1Use technology to produce and share content.L.CSE.2, SL.PKI.4Initiate and participate in both in-person and digital communication.L.KL.3, SL.CC.1Use technology strategically to find and evaluate information.Participate in a variety of activities hosted through learning management systems,such as Blackboard or Moodle, to prepare for future educational achievement.Integrate rules for digital citizenship.L.CSE.2, SL.PKI.5Remix, reimagine, tweak, hack, and repurpose media in compelling, credible, andlegal ways.L.KL.3, W.RBPK.8, SL.PKI.5Identify what information is private and what is social and how to make changesaccordingly.SL.PKI.4, W.RW.10Note: These learning expectations for speech reflect student performance requirements forgrades 9-12. Students in grades 6-8 may participate in programs with similar learningexpectations with minor adaptations.
Visual Literacy - Grades 9-12Credit:This course may be offered for ½, 1, or 2 credits. When offered for two credits, the syllabus for the first credit needsto draw from different source material than the syllabus for the second credit.When designing the syllabus for the 1-credit course, the teacher may select from the extended text formats.Goal Statement:The goal of this course is to interpret visual forms of media and to analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of thevarious types. Visual forms of media can include film, print, photography, stage productions, short videos, andgraphic design. These forms of media will be used to develop the student’s ability to understand messages conveyedthrough images. Throughout the course, students will examine and analyze the effect of various forms of media inorder to broaden a student’s cultural literacy.Content Standard:The student will evaluate and analyze visual forms of media. This elective expands on Speaking and Listeningstandards SL.CC.2 and SL.PKI.5, and Reading Literature R.IKI.7.1/2 Credit Course1 Credit CourseFormats to StudyPictures, Painting, Photography,Magazine Covers, BillboardCommercial and Political AdvertisingManipulated PhotosScenes from FilmFilm ShortsParodyCartoonsPictures, Painting, Photography,Magazine Covers, BillboardCommercial and Political AdvertisingManipulated PhotosScenes from FilmFilm ShortsParodyCartoonsVisual News on Television and OnlineContentELA Standard ConnectionExtended Formats to StudyGraphic NovelsFilmStandardsIdentify questions raised by the image.Use advanced research skills to find answers to questions raised by the image.Identify what is outside the frame of the image. (both literally outside the frame andthe background knowledge needed to understand the image)Identify the literal content of the image.Reflect on the personal impact of the image.Analyze the relationship between the image and any displayed text.Evaluate the effectiveness of the image against criteria for judgment.Evaluate the ethics of altering photographs prior to publication.Analyze the author of the image.Analyze the purpose of the image.Analyze the intended audience for the image.Using the language of the discipline, discuss the techniques used to create the image.Compare and contrast presentations of the same subject through similar mediaformats and different ones.Analyze the impact of propaganda techniques or bias on the presentation andreception of the image.Analyze the role of parody and satire on the creation of specific RBPK.9, W.RW.10L.VAU.5RI.CS.5, RI.IKI.8W.TTP.1RI.CS.6RI.CS.5RI.CS.6L.CSE.1-2, L.KL.3, L.VAU.5RI.IKI.7, SL.CC.1-3, W.TTP.2,W.PDW.4RI.CS.6, RI.CS.4RI.CS.6, RI.CS.4-6
Analyze the role of symbolism in reading an image.Consider the role of background knowledge in understanding images.Analyze the author’s attitude toward the topic in the image.Respond verbally and in writing to various images.Evaluate images for effect.Select images for a desired effect.Evaluate a compilation of images.Write a film or a book critique for a fulllength film or a graphic novel.Develop a portfolio of images that cover a variety of topics and use a range offormats.Learn the language patterns and vocabulary for discussing the various image formats.RI.KID.1-3, RI.CS.4RI.IKI.9, SL.CC.3L.VAU.5, RI.CS.6, SL.CC.3L.CSE.1-2, L.KL.3, SL.CC.1-3,RI.CS.6SL.PK.5, W.RBPK.8RI.IKI.9, W.TTP.2, W.PDW.4-5W.TTP.1, W.PDW.4-5SL.PK.5, W.TTP.1-3, W.RBPK.7-9L.CSE.1-2, L.KL.3, L.VAU.4-6,SL.CC.1-3, SL.PK.6, W.PDW.4,W.PDW.6Resources for Developing Curriculum:Association of College and Research Librarieshttp://www.ala.org/acrl/Visual Impact, Visual Teaching: Using Images to Strengthen Learning (2nd ed.)Gangwer, T. (Corwin, 2009)Reading in the Dark: Using Film as a Tool in the English ClassroomJohn Golden (National Council of Teachers of English, 2001)ISTEwww.iste.org/STANDARDSTeaching Visual Literacy: Using Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Anime, Cartoons, and More to DevelopComprehension and Thinking SkillsFrey, N., & Fisher, D. (Corwin, 2008)How to Read a Photograph: Lessons from Master PhotographersJeffrey, I. (Abrams Books, 2009)
Creative Writing: Grades 9-12 . Credit: Creative Writing may be a ½ credit or a 1-credit course, depending on the number of genres explored and developed within the course. Content Standard:s. The student will be given the opportunity to develop a creative outlet through add
*Game Art & Design . Advanced Game Design . CTE Advanced Study OR Multimedia & Webpage Design . Creative Writing I : Creative Writing II ** Hn Creative Writing III ** Hn Creative Writing IV *Completer Options . 1) Editor of Lit Magazine . 2) Self-Publish novel or book of poems . 3) Submit senior writing portfolio to Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Teaching Basic Writing Skills for Grades 1-3 by Judith S. GouldJudith S. Gould FOUR SQUARE WRITING METHOD GR. 4-6 by Judith S. GouldJudith S. Gould Four Square: The Total Writing Classroom for grades 5-9 by Judith S. GouldJudith S. Gould Four Square: Writing in the Content Areas for Grades 1-4: A Companion to the Four Square Writing Method
Third and fourth graders had access to 129 programs, while youth at both ends of the age spectrum had far fewer programs serving these critical transition periods. GRADES Preschool, K Grades 1-2 Grades 3-4 Grades 5-6 Grades 7-8 Grades 9-10 Grades 11-12 Transition to College 46 119 129 119 80 66 57 15 NUMBER OF PROGRAMS SERVED
Grades 6-8 Boys Athletics, Grades 7-8 Girls Athletics, Grades 7-8 Art, Levels 1-2 HS Art I Band, Levels 1-3 Mariachi, Levels 1-3 Choir, Levels 1-3 Theatre Arts, Levels 1-3 Spanish 1, Grades 7-8 Spanish 1 for Native Speakers, Grades 7-8 Spanish II, Grade 8 Leadership Grade 6 Intro to Comp. Sci., Grade 6 AVID, Grades 7-8 Multimedia Grades 7-8 .
editorial. Alternatively, you might want to use the MN BST scoring rubric. Correlations to Grades 6 - 8 Minnesota Standards: Grades 6: Language Arts - Reading and L it e rau -C o mp hn sB c k 1, 9 Grades 6: Language Arts - Writing - Research - Benchmark 1 Grades 6, 7, 8 Language Arts - Writing - Types of Writing - Benchmark 1
Unit 1: Creative Process Subject: Creative Writing Grade: 11-12 Name of Unit: Introduction to Creative Writing Length of Unit: 2 Weeks Overview of Unit: This is the beginning unit for this class and requires time to establish comfort, boundaries, and one’s writing and speaking voice. These activities and others, coupled
Opinion/Argument Writing in the new Common Core Standards (In the California Common Core Standards, it is “Opinion Writing Grades K-5, and then “Argument Writing” in grades 6 and up.) Text Type and Purposes Grade # Standard K W 1. Use a combination of drawing, dictating, and writing to compose opinion pieces in which they tell a
Agile software development refers to a group of software development methodologies based on iterative development, where requirements and solutions evolve through collaboration between self-organizing cross-functional teams. The term was coined in 2001 when the Agile Manifesto was formulated. Different types of agile management methodologies can be employed such as Extreme Programming, Feature .
