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| TC2 (6-8) | 2. Publish digital products that communicate curriculum concepts. Examples: Web pages, videos, podcasts, multimedia presentations | | TC2 (6-8) | 5. Use basic features of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Examples: word processing—reports, letters, brochures spreadsheets—discovering patterns, tracking spending, creating budgets databases—contact list of addresses and telephone numbers presentation software—slideshow | | ELA2015 (8) | 20. Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. [W.8.1] a. Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically. [W.8.1a] b. Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text. [W.8.1b] c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. [W.8.1c] d. Establish and maintain a formal style. [W.8.1d] e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented. [W.8.1e] | | ELA2015 (8) | 21. Write informative or explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content. [W.8.2] a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics
(e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. [W.8.2a] b. Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. [W.8.2b] c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. [W.8.2c] d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. [W.8.2d] e. Establish and maintain a formal style. [W.8.2e] f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented. [W.8.2f] | | ELA2015 (8) | 22. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences. [W.8.3] a. Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator, characters, or both; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically. [W.8.3a] b. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. [W.8.3b] c. Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence, signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another, and show the relationships among experiences and events. [W.8.3c] d. Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events. [W.8.3d] e. Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on the narrated experiences or events. [W.8.3e] |
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Primary Learning Objective(s): |
After reading Greek mythology, students will summarize the myths read.
Students will write a business letter.
Students will compare and contrast the hero myths.
Students will create a slideshow presentation and present it orally.
Students will evaluate Greek heroes based on modern standards for heroes. |
