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7-12 LA
Language Arts - Grade 8 LA

Persuasion: Relevant Information
The learner will be able to support an opinion with relevant information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Persuasion Application Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Discussion: Focus
The learner will be able to actively participate in small and large group discussions focusing on a topic or theme.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Discussion/Conversation Comprehension Master 1.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Vocal Characteristics
The learner will be able to use volume, emphasis, inflection, appropriate meter, and pace to convey meaning.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Vocal Characteristic Application Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Sentence Structure: Complete
The learner will be able to use complete sentences when speaking.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Sentence Structure Comprehension Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Formal: Speaking Skills/Appropriate
The learner will be able to use speaking skills appropriate to formal speaking situations.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Communication: Formal Application Master 1.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Debate
The learner will be able to organize and participate in informal debates.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Debate: Participation Application Master 1.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E Classroom
  Instructional Resources
 
Teacher Made Speech Units, Daily lesson plans [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Strategies: Expand Response
The learner will be able to expand on a response when prompted.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Communication Strategies/Techniques Application Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Oral Interpretation: Audience/Topic
The learner will be able to select a topic for an oral reading and deliver oral readings to a variety of audiences.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Oral Composition/Interpretation Comprehension Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Rhythm: Incorporate
The learner will be able to incorporate rhythm into his/her speaking.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Rhythm/Rhyme Comprehension Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Group: Participate
The learner will be able to participate in small and large group presentations.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Presentation: Group Synthesis Master 1.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Interview: Primary Sources
The learner will be able to conduct an interview with primary sources to aid in the research process.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Interview Application Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Support: Oral Presentation
The learner will be able to support his/her opinion in an oral presentation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Opinion: Support Comprehension Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Audience: Adjust Pace
The learner will be able to adjust pace to meet speech and audience needs.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Audience Application Master 1.0 Penn-Trafford School District(a) Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Writing and Delivering a Speech
The learner will be able to write and deliver a speech that introduces someone and that contains a beginning, middle, and an ending with appropriate focus, organization, style, content, and proper grammar and conventions.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Presentation: Prepare Application Master 1.0 Penn-Trafford School District(a) and PA Standards 1.6.8 C, D E Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Delivering a Speech
The learner will be able to use appropriate eye contact, posture, and gestures when delivering a speech.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Presentation: Prepare Application Master 1.0 Penn-Trafford School District(a) and 1.6.8 C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
Media
The learner will be able to use media resources when writing and delivering a speech.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Analogy Application Master 1.0 Penn-Trafford School District(a) and PA Standards 1.6.8 F Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Teacher generated materials, Weekly lesson and unit plans [Textbook]
The Writer's Craft, 1998, 1st course/Speech chapter [Textbook]
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Speech Chapter [Textbook]
  
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Study and Research Skills

Sources: Credit/Documentation
The learner will be able to use MLA format to give accurate, formal credit for others' ideas, images or information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Reference Comprehension Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.19, #1.8.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Sources: Cross Reference/Collect
The learner will be able to cross reference sources while collecting information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Reference Analysis Master 1.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Skills: Topic/Self-Selected
The learner will be able to develop a compare/contrast research paper using research skills (3-4 pages in length with 4-6 sources).
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills Synthesis Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; A Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Skills: Awareness
The learner will be able to demonstrate an awareness of the research process.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills Comprehension Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Process: Information/Written
The learner will be able to gather, record, and organize information for written reports.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills: Processes Application Master 5.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Sources
The learner will be able to select and locate appropriate reference source.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Reference Comprehension Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B, p.18, #1.8.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Book Parts
The learner will be able to select and use an appendix, an index, a glossary and table of contents as a reference source.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Book Parts Application Master 0.2 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Glossary: Specialized Words
The learner will be able to use a glossary to understand specialized vocabulary words in the content areas.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Glossary Application Master 0.2 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Notes: Organize/Sources
The learner will be able to organize notes taken from a variety of sources.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Notes: Taking/Organizing Application Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Print Style
The learner will be able to use illustrations and graphics to enhance writing.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Print Style Comprehension Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Project: Format/Audience
The learner will be able to choose formatting techniques appropriate in aiding audience understanding.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Project Analysis Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.19, #1.8.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Skills
The learner will be able to use traditional and electronic search methods.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills Application Master 1.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Skills
The learner will be able to organize and present central ideas gained through traditional and multimedia research.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills Application Master 1.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research Skills
The learner will be able to analyze information for validity and reliability.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Research Skills Analysis Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Documents
The learner will be able to describe the context and interpret documents and analyze the arguments and evidence in documents.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Public Information: Documents Comprehension Master 0.5 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Primary/Secondary Sources
The learner will be able to gather, organize and use information using primary and secondary sources.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Reference: Primary/Secondary Comprehension Master 2.0 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Evaluate
The learner will be able to evaluate the importance and quality of a source.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Reference Evaluation Master 0.5 Penn-Trafford School District(a) Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compare/Contrast Research Paper, Rubric [Student portfolio]
  
Research: Thesis Statement
The learner will be able to develop a thesis statement based on research.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source Activities
Active Learning Application Master 1.0 Penn-Trafford School District(a) and PA Standards 1.8.8 C Classroom
  Unit Instructional Resources
 
Writer's Inc., Write Source, 2001, Text [Textbook]
Elements of Writing, 2nd Course, Holt, Reinhart, Winston, 1993, Text [Textbook]
MLA Style Manual, 5th edition, Teacher resource [Textbook]
  Unit Assessment Resources
 
PSSA Grade 8, State test [State Test]
Teacher-made tests and quizzes, Tests/Quizzes [Tests]
Compa