Middle School English Language Arts Instructional Guide

Standard: Speaking and Listening 3

Learning Intentions and Success Criteria

Learning Intentions:

Use appropriate language, grammar, organization, development, and delivery styles appropriate to purpose and audience for formal or informal contexts. a. Convey a clear perspective by presenting and citing information, findings, and supporting evidence so that listeners can follow the line of reasoning.

● To understand and apply appropriate language, grammar, and organization for different contexts. ● To effectively convey a clear perspective through presentation and citation of information and evidence. ● To ensure that listeners can follow the line of reasoning presented. Success Criteria: ● I can use appropriate language, grammar, and organization for different contexts. ● I can convey a clear perspective by presenting and citing information and evidence. ● I can ensure that listeners can follow my line of reasoning.

Nouns (Know)

Verbs (Do)

● Language ● Grammar

● Convey ● Present ● Cite

● Organization ● Development ● Delivery Styles ● Perspective ● Information ● Evidence ● Line of Reasoning ● Formal/Informal

Sample Question Stems and Prompts for Discussion

● How do you adapt your language and organization for different purposes and audiences? ● What strategies do you use to convey a clear perspective in your presentations? ● How can you ensure that your audience can follow your line of reasoning?

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