Middle School English Language Arts Instructional Guide
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This document provides guidance for secondary ELA teachers on designing, administering, and using Common Formative Assessments (CFAs) with a focus on writing and on-demand tasks to support student growth and collaborative instructional practices This document provides practical strategies and guidelines for English Language Arts educators in Canyons School District to integrate AI responsibly and effectively into reading, writing, speaking, and listening instruction while fostering student agency and critical thinking. Utah Administrative Rule R277-728 defines the requirements for honors courses in public schools, emphasizing increased academic rigor, student engagement, and depth of content. The rule requires that honors courses be accessible to all interested students (without prerequisites) and that schools promote these opportunities equitably to students and families. Beyond the Bell offers ongoing opportunities for secondary ELA educators to deepen their professional practice through collaborative and enrichment-focused experiences. From practical strategies to inspiring conversations, these sessions are designed to spark fresh ideas and strengthen your impact in the classroom.
COMMON FORMATIVE ASSESSMENTS IN SECONDARY ELA
AI ESSENTIALS FOR ELA EDUCATORS
USBE HONORS COURSE GUIDELINES
BEYOND THE BELL
Last Updated May 22nd, 2025 Middle School ELA, Page 3
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