M/J Creative Writing 2   (#1009010)

Version Description

The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop and use writing and language skills for creative expression in a variety of literary forms. Studying and modeling a variety of genres will be emphasized at this level of creative writing.

General Notes

English Language Arts is not a discrete set of skills, but a rich discipline with meaningful, significant content, the knowledge of which helps all students actively and fully participate in our society. Standards should not stand alone as a separate focus for instruction, but should be combined purposefully.

The content should include, but not be limited to, the following:

• a study of a variety of short literary collections, including poetry, one-act plays, the short story, and memoir to determine and practice
  
  • use of figurative, denotative, and connotative language
  • story structure, poetic forms, and creative pacing techniques
  • reciprocal nature of content and form
• writing for varied purposes and in varied genres, including
  • personal and dramatic narratives
  • various poetic forms
  • plays and multimedia productions
  • multi-genre and creative nonfiction selections
  • digital writing platforms
• collaboration amongst peers, especially regarding peer reviews of multiple drafts

English Language Development ELD Standards Special Notes Section:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate information, ideas and concepts for academic success in the content area of Language Arts. For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: https://cpalmsmediaprod.blob.core.windows.net/uploads/docs/standards/eld/la.pdf.

Version Requirements

One-third of the titles from the 7th Grade Sample Book List should be used in instruction.