GRADE12

ELA2018 - 2019 SCHOOL YEAR

The Grade 12 Scope and Sequence document provides an outline of the standards and a recommended teaching order. This document is broken down by quarters and includes three crucial learning criteria:

student standards that make up one or more learning unit/part of instruction in the grading cycle

the suggested order for teaching the content and skills on a ten week cycle

the recommended number of lessons and amount of time for instruction.

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 1ST QUARTERSCOPE & SEQUENCE

SUGGESTEDPACING

40 DAYS

Unit 1: Perception is Everything

Genres: novel excerpt, articles, prologue, essay, poetry, advertisement, reflective essays, film clips

Key Texts: “My Papa’s Waltz,” “In Just,” “The Last Word,” “Mushrooms,” “Stranger in the Village,” “I Remember,” Invisible Man, “Four Skinny Trees,” “Dirty Work: The Creeping Rollback of Child-Labor Laws,” “On Seeing England for the First Time,” “Speaking with Hands,” “The White Man’s Burden,” “The Poor Man’s Burden,” Clips from Edward Scissorhands, “Shooting an Elephant,”and “Lindo-Jong: Double Face”

Key Ideas and DetailsRL.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RL.2 Analyze literary text development. RL.2.a Determine two or more themes of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another. RL.2.b Produce a thorough analysis of the text RL.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRL.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text (e.g., how Madison defines faction in Federalist No. 10).RL.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging.

Key Ideas and DetailsRI.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RI.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.RI.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRI.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text (e.g., how Madison defines faction in Federalism. No. 10).RI.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her

Text Types and PurposesW.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. W.1a Establish and clear and thorough thesis to present a complex argument. W.1.b Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. W.1c Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly and thoroughly, supplying the most relevant evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level, concerns, values, and possible biases. W.1d Use words, phrases, and clauses as well as varied syntax to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims. W.1e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.1f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented. W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. W.2a Establish a clear and thorough thesis to present and explain information.W.2b Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia to aid comprehension, if needed.W.2c Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. W.2d Use appropriate and varied transitions and syntax to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts. W.2e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. W.3a Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation and its significance, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters; create a smooth progression of experiences or events. W.3b Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 1ST QUARTERexposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging.

Integration of Knowledge and IdeasRI.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem.

Range of Reading and Level of Text ComplexityRI.10 By the end of grade 11, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 11-CCR text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range. By the end of grade 12, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 11-CCR text complexity band independently and proficiently.

W.3c Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole and build toward a particular tone and outcome (e.g., a sense of mystery, suspense, growth, or resolution). W.3d Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters. W.3e Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 1ST QUARTER

Production and Distribution of WritingW.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. W.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. W.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.

Research to Build Knowledge and Present KnowledgeW.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source and following a standard format for citation. W.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. W.9a. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more diverse texts from the same period treat similar themes and/or topics”). W.9b Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts and the premises, purposes, and arguments in works of public advocacy [e.g., The Federalist, presidential addresses]”).

Range of WritingW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Comprehension and CollaborationSL.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas. SL.1b Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed. SL.1c Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full range of positions on a topic or issue; clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions; and promote divergent and creative perspectives. SL.1d Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue; resolve contradictions when possible; and determine what additional information or research is required to deepen the investigation or complete the task. SL.2 Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to make informed decisions and solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source and noting any discrepancies among the data. SL.5 Make strategic use of digital media in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning & evidence, & add interest.

Conventions of Standard EnglishL.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. L.2b Spell correctly. L.2c Produces legible work that shows accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization.

Vocabulary Acquisition and UseL.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 11-12 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. L.4a Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. L.4b Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech. L.4d Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase. L.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. L.5a Interpret figures of speech (e.g., hyperbole, paradox) in context and analyze their role in the text. L.5b Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations. L.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 1ST QUARTER

SUGGESTED PACING OF ACTIVITIES:

Week 1: Unpack EA1 and 1.1-1.3 Week 2: 1.4-1.6 Week 3: 1.7-1.8 Week 4: 1.9- EA1Week 5: Unpack EA2 and 1.11-1.13 Week 6: 1.14-1.16 Week 7: 1.17 – 1.2-EA2 Week 8: Close Reading/Writing Workshops Week 9 - Flex time to finish Unit 1/Workshops

INSTRUCTIONAL ALIGNMENTESSENTIAL QUESTIONS UNIT GOALS DIFFERENTIATION

How do artists and writers organize or construct art or text to convey meaning?

What does it mean to be a stranger in the village?

Reading To examine the relationship between perspective and critical theory To analyze and apply critical theories to various texts studied and created Focus Areas: Expository, Argumentative, and Narrative

Writing To control and manipulate textual elements in writing to clearly and

effectively convey a controlling idea or thesis Focus Areas: Review punctuation and syntax

Language To use punctuation and syntax to create meaning and effect in writing

Speaking and Listening Collaborating to Analyze and Present Sharing and Discussing Textual Evidence Collaborating to Create a Visual Display, Viewing Diverse Media

Add modification plans to extend learning or strengthen support based on identified student needs.

VOCABULARY

aphorism, perception, scenario, marginalize, dominant, subordinate, imperialism, literary theory, Reader Response criticism, mise en scène, visual rhetoric, imagery, prologue, cultural criticism

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 2ND QUARTERSCOPE & SEQUENCE

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 2ND QUARTERSUGGESTED

PACING

40 DAYS

Unit 2: The Collective Perspective

Genres: film clips, photographs, a myth, drama, song, nonfiction, a folk tale, a children’s story, short stories

Key Texts: “Orpheus sings: Pygmalion and the Statue,” Pygmalion, Clips from My Fair Lady, “Talkin’ ‘bout a Revolution,” excerpt from “Cinderella, the Legend,” “Why Women Always Take Advantage of Men,” The Giving Tree, Rear Window, “A Rose for Emily,” “The Story of an Hour,” “The Chaser”

Key Ideas and DetailsRL.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RL.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.RL.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRL.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text RL.6 Determine an author's point of view or purpose in a text in which the rhetoric is particularly effective, analyzing how style & content contribute to the power, persuasiveness or beauty of the text.

Integration of Knowledge and IdeasRL.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem.

Key Ideas and DetailsRI.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RI.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRI.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text RI.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging. RI.6 Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text in which the rhetoric is particularly effective, analyzing how style & content contribute to the power, persuasiveness, or beauty of the text.

Integration of Knowledge and IdeasRI.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem. Range of Reading and Level of Text ComplexityRI.10 By the end of grade 12, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 11-CCR text complexity band independently and proficiently.

Text Types and PurposesW.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. W.1a Establish and clear and thorough thesis to present a complex argument. W.1.b Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish significance of claim(s), distinguish claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, & create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons & evidence. W.1c Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly and thoroughly, supplying the most relevant evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level, concerns, values, and possible biases. W.1d Use words, phrases & clauses as well as varied syntax to link the major sections of text, create cohesion & clarify relationships between claim(s) & reasons, between reasons & evidence & between claim(s) & counterclaims. W.1e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.1f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. W.2a Establish a clear and thorough thesis to present and explain information.W.2b Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia to aid comprehension, if needed. W.2c Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. W.2d Use appropriate and varied transitions and syntax to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts. W.2e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.2f Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.2g Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from & supports the information or explanation presented. W.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. W.3a Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation and its significance, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters;

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 2ND QUARTERcreate a smooth progression of experiences or events. W.3 b Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. W.3c Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole and build toward a particular tone and outcome. W.3d Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters. W.3e Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.

SCOPE & SEQUENCE cont.Production and Distribution of WritingW.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Comprehension and CollaborationSL.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions(one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 2ND QUARTERW.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. W.6 Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.

Research to Build Knowledge and Present KnowledgeW.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. W.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. W.9a. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more diverse texts from the same period treat similar themes and/or topics”). W.9b. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts and the premises, purposes, and arguments in works of public advocacy [e.g., The Federalist, presidential addresses]”).

Range of WritingW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas. SL.1b Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed. SL.1c Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full range of positions on a topic or issue; clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions; and promote divergent and creative perspectives. SL.1d Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue; resolve contradictions when possible; and determine what additional information or research is required to deepen the investigation or complete the task. SL.2 Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to make informed decisions and solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source and noting any discrepancies among the data. SL.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range or formal and informal tasks. SL.5 Make strategic use of digital media in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. SL.4 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating a command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Conventions of Standard EnglishL.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. L.2b Spell correctly. L.2c Produces legible work that shows accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization.

Vocabulary Acquisition and UseL.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 11-12 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. L.4a Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. L.4a Consult general and specialized reference materials, both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology, or its standard usage. L.4d Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase L.6 Acquire & use accurately general academic & domain-specific words & phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, & listening at the college & career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

SUGGESTED PACING OF ACTIVITIES:

Week 1: Unpack EA1 and 2.1-2.3 Week 2: 2.4-2.8 Week 3: 2.9-2.12 Week 4: 2.13- EA1Week 5: Unpack EA2 and 2.14-2.19 Week 6: 2.20-2.26 Week 7: 2.27-EA2 Week 8: Close Reading/Writing Workshops Week 9: Flex time to finish Unit 2/Workshops

INSTRUCTIONAL ALIGNMENT

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS UNIT GOALS DIFFERENTIATION

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 2ND QUARTER How does applying a critical perspective affect an understanding of

text? How does a new understanding gained through interpretation help or

hinder your enjoyment of a text?

Reading To enhance critical thinking by studying Feminist, Marxist, and Archetypal

critical perspectives

Writing To use the writing process to create an engaging script and an insightful

analytical response To use a variety of organizational and rhetorical strategies for different

modes in writing Focus Areas: Expository, Argumentative, Narrative

Language Focus Areas: Summarizing, organizing information, writing a dramatic

script, punctuating lists, citing textual evidence

Add modification plans to extend learning or strengthen support based on identified student needs.

VOCABULARY

enfranchisement, patriarchal, archetypes, archetypal criticism, artistic license, marxist criticism, feminist criticism, montage, motif, mise en scène, myth, satire, genre conventions, tone, allusion

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 3RD QUARTERSCOPE & SEQUENCE

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 3RD QUARTERSUGGESTED

PACING

40 DAYS

Unit 3: Evolving Perspectives

Genres: song, poetry, film clips, drama, literary criticism, essay, playbill

Key Texts: “The Right to Love,” “The Colonization,” The Tragedy of Othello, The Moor of Venice, Film clips from two versions of Othello, Excerpt from The Moor in English Renaissance Drama, “Othello on Stage and Screen,” Playbill: Othello

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Key Ideas and DetailsRL.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RL.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the textRL.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRL.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text (e.g., how Madison defines faction in Federalist No. 10).RL.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging. RL.6 Analyze a case in which grasping point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is really meant (e.g., satire, sarcasm, irony, or understatement).

Integration of Knowledge and IdeasRL.7 Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a question or solve a problem.

Key Ideas and DetailsRI.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RI.2 Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.RI.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Range of Reading and Level of Text ComplexityRI.10 By the end of grade 12, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 11-CCR text complexity band independently and proficiently.

Text Types and PurposesW.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. W.1a Establish and clear and thorough thesis to present a complex argument. W.1.b Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. W.1c Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly and thoroughly, supplying the most relevant evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level, concerns, values, and possible biases. W.1d Use words, phrases, and clauses as well as varied syntax to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims. W.1e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.1f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented. W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. W.2a Establish a clear and thorough thesis to present and explain information.W.2b Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia to aid comprehension, if needed.W.2b Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic. W.2e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. W.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. W.3a Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation and its significance, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters; create a smooth progression of experiences or events. W.3 b Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. W.3e Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.

Production and Distribution of WritingW.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. W.5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language Standards 1–3 up to and including grades 11-12.)

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 3RD QUARTER

Unit 4: Creating Perspectives

Genres: documentary, essay, online articles, theatrical trailers, historical document, articles, online columns, speech, film

Key Texts: News, War, Part III: What’s Happening to the News, “How the Media Twists the News,” “Why Partisans View Mainstream Media as Biased and Ideological Media as Objective,” Shut Up and Sing

Research to Build Knowledge and Present KnowledgeW.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. W.9a. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more diverse texts from the same period treat similar themes and/or topics”). W.9b. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts and the premises, purposes, and arguments in works of public advocacy [e.g., The Federalist, presidential addresses]”).

Range of WritingW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Comprehension and CollaborationSL.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions(one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas. SL.1b Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed. SL.1c Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full range of positions on a topic or issue; clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions; and promote divergent and creative perspectives. SL.1d Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue; resolve contradictions when possible; and determine what additional information or research is required to deepen the investigation or complete the task. SL.2 Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) in order to make informed decisions and solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source and noting any discrepancies among the data. SL.3 Evaluate a speaker’s perspective, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, and tone used.

Conventions of Standard EnglishL.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. L.1a Apply the understanding that usage is a matter of convention, can change over time, and is sometimes contested. L.1b Resolve issues of complex or contested usage, consulting references (e.g., Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of English Usage, Garner’s Modern American English) as needed. L.2 Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. L.2b Spell correctly. L.2c Produces legible work that shows accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization. L.3 Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. L.3a Vary syntax for effect, consulting references (e.g., Tufte’s Artful Sentences) for guidance as needed. L.3b Apply an understanding of syntax to the study of complex texts when reading.

Vocabulary Acquisition and UseL.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 11-12 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. L.4a Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. ). L.4b Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech. L.4c Consult general and specialized reference materials, both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology, or its standard usage.L.4d Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase. L.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

SUGGESTED PACING OF ACTIVITIES:

Week 1: Unpack EA1 & 3.1-3.6 Week 2: 3.7-3.10 Week 3: 3.11-3.16 Week 4: 3.17- EA 1 Week 5: Unpack EA2 & 3.18-3.21Week 6: 4.1- 4.4 EA2, Unpack 4-EA1 Week 7: 4.5-4.8 Week 8: 4.9-4.11 Week 9: 4.12-4.14 EA2 Week 10: Close Reading/Writing Workshops

INSTRUCTIONAL ALIGNMENT

ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 3RD QUARTER

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS UNIT GOALS DIFFERENTIATION

What role does literature play in the examination of recurring social issues?

How can a dramatic performance reflect a critical perspective? How do media sources influence our understanding of the truth and

significance of an issue? How are media texts constructed to support an agenda or

interpretation?

Reading To analyze multiple interpretations of a Shakespearean tragedy To examine critical perspectives as they apply to drama; To analyze the use of meter and rhythm in poetry and in the play To evaluate media as an information source To analyze how different critical perspectives shape the reporting and interpreting

of events To analyze the integration of quotations and their effect on the reader To investigate a variety of perspectives on a single event

Writing To analyze the ways in which historical contexts have influenced performances of

the play To create a media text applying multiple lenses to the investigation of an event

Language Focus Areas: Meter, determining meanings of words, language change, citing

quotations, using hyphens to create compound modifiers

Speaking and Listening Sharing and Discussing Textual Evidence Collaborating for Textual Analysis Collaborating for Writing Collaborating for Performance

Add modification plans to extend learning or strengthen support based on identified student needs.

VOCABULARY

dramatic irony, verbal irony, situational irony, epithet, paradox, rhetorical slanters, media, media channels, documentary, primary footage, archival footage, synthesize, conventions

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ENGLISH IV GRADE 12 4TH QUARTERSCOPE & SEQUENCE

SUGGESTEDPACING

40 DAYS

Unit 4: An American Journey

Genres: informational texts, poetry, literary criticism, an essay, a short story, a novel, a film, art

Key Texts: “The Harlem Renaissance,” “Usward,” “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” “How It Feels to Be Colored Me,” “Sweat,” Their Eyes Were Watching God

Key Ideas and DetailsRL.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.RL.3 Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.

Craft and StructureRL.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term or terms over the course of a text (e.g., how Madison defines faction in Federalist No. 10).RL.5 Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument, including whether the structure makes points clear, convincing, and engaging.RL.9 Demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more texts from the same period treat similar themes or topics. RL.10 By the end of grade 12, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of the grades 11–CCR text complexity band independently and proficiently, building background knowledge and activating prior knowledge in order to make personal, societal, and ethical connections that deepen understanding of complex text.

Key Ideas and DetailsRI.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.

Text Types and PurposesW.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. W.1a. Establish and clear and thorough thesis to present a complex argument. W.1b Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. W.2a Establish a clear and thorough thesis to present and explain information.W.2b Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include formatting

Research to Build Knowledge and Present KnowledgeW.7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. W.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. W.9a. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Demonstrate knowledge of eighteenth-, nineteenth- and early twentieth-century foundational works of American literature, including how two or more diverse texts from the same period treat similar themes and/or topics”). W.9b. Apply grades 11–12 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the reasoning in seminal U.S. texts and the premises, purposes, and arguments in works of public advocacy [e.g., The Federalist, presidential addresses]”).

Range of WritingW.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Comprehension and CollaborationSL.1 Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions with diverse partners on grades 11-12 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas. SL.1b Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed. SL.1c Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full range of positions on a topic or issue; clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions; and promote divergent and creative perspectives. SL.1d Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; synthesize comments, claims, and evidence made on all sides of an issue; resolve contradictions when possible; and determine what additional information or research is required to deepen the investigation or complete the task. SL.2 Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to make informed decisions and solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source and noting any discrepancies among the data. SL.3 Evaluate a speaker’s perspective, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, assessing the stance, premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis, and tone used. Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasSL.4 Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range or formal and informal tasks. SL.5 Make strategic use of digital media in presentations to enhance understanding of findings,

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