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Lesson Title Everyday Edit
Unit Title
NRS Level Level 3; Level 4; 
Length of Lesson 120 minutes
Lesson Purpose

The purpose of this lesson is for students to demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English by correcting any punctuation, capitalization, grammar, or spelling errors in the given paragraph. This lesson also makes students aware of the structure of texts, including how specific sentences relate to each other and the whole.


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Lesson Objectives
  • Locate written language errors.
  • Type text correcting language errors.
  • Save text on zip drive.
  • Print a copy of the text.
Student Target

“I can proofread and correctly rewrite a text.”

CCR Standards
Language
  • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Lead CCR Level Specific Standards
Language Anchor 2: Level D
  • Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. 

     a. Use punctuation (commas, parentheses, ellipsis, dashes) to set off nonrestrictive/parenthetical elements.

    b. Use a comma to separate coordinate adjectives (e.g., It was a fascinating, enjoyable movie but not He wore an old[,] green shirt).

    c. Use an ellipsis to indicate an omission.

    d. Spell correctly.

Supporting CCR Level Specific Standards
KYAE Employability Standards
  • E.2 Utilize workplace tools and technologies to communicate effectively (e.g., memos/e-mails, basic computer programs, phone systems).

  • E.5 Utilize resources responsibly.

  • E.6 Identify and effectively use skills and materials needed for a particular task.