At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
Describe text types and structures. Use the computer to research responsibly to answer questions.
Student Target
I can use a search engine to answer essential questions about text structure.
CCR Standards
Writing
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.
Reading
Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. (Apply this standard to texts of appropriate complexity as outlined by Standard 10.)
Lead CCR Level Specific Standards
Writing Anchor 8: Level D
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
Reading Anchor 4: Level C
Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a topic or subject area.
Supporting CCR Level Specific Standards
Acquire and use accurately level-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources, demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently.
KYAE Employability Standards
E.5 Utilize resources responsibly.
E.6 Identify and effectively use skills and materials needed for a particular task.
