Appendix A- Local Standards
Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening supported by this Curriculum Unit
Learning to Read Independently 1.1.11.C. Use knowledge of root words and words from literary works to recognize and understand the meaning of new words during reading. Use these words accurately in speaking and writing.
Learning to Read Independently 1.1.11.H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading.
Reading Critically in All Content Areas 1.2.11.C. Produce work in at least one literary
genre that follows the conventions of the genre.
Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 1.3.11.B. Analyze the relationships, uses and effectiveness of literary elements used by one or more authors in similar genres including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style.
Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 1.3.11.E. Analyze how a scriptwriter's use of words creates tone and mood, and how choice of words advances the theme or purpose of the work.
Types of Writing 1.4.11E. Write a personal resume
Speaking and Listening 1.6.11.A. Listen to others.
1 Ask clarifying questions.
2 Synthesize information, ideas and opinions to determine relevancy.
3 Take notes.
Characteristics and Functions of the English Language 1.7.77.B. Analyze when differences in language are a source of negative or positive stereotypes among groups.
Pittsburgh Public School District - Office of Instructional Support - Communications Core Curriculum Frameworks Supported by this Curriculum Unit
Exit Content Standard #3: All students respond orally and in writing to information and ideas gained by reading narrative and informational texts and use the information and ideas to make decisions and solve problems.
Exit Content Standard #4: All students write for a variety of purposes including to narrate, inform, and persuade in all subject areas.
Exit Content Standard #5: All students analyze and make critical judgments about all forms of communications, separating fact from opinion, recognizing propaganda, stereotypes and statements of bias, recognizing inconsistencies and judging the validity of evidence.
Exit Content Standard #6 All students exchange information orally, including understanding and giving spoken instructions, asking and answering questions appropriately, and promoting effective group communications.
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