Applied+Comm+12

"The learner will . . ." || **Standard(s)** || **No. of Days** || **Vocabulary Terms** || **Resources** || **Student Learning Activities** || **Assessment** || ** 12.1.5.d Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments ** ** 12.1.5.e Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials ** Forms of Communication ** NeSA ** **12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text.** What Employers look for in Communicators ** NESA ** **12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text.** Elements of Work Communication ** NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. ** Audience; Subject; Purpose: Impact on Audience ** NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. ** Communicating Messages Effectively ** NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. ** Chapter Project ** NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. ** Literature applications ** NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. ** || 5 || Review vocabulary terms from App Comm 11 listed on that curriculum || Textbook || Students group work Students supply visual representation of the chapter the group reviewed and lead a discussion on the important concepts in the assigned chapter || Rubric created for presentations Student reports on assigned chapter Student work log ||
 * Teachers****:** Knispel
 * Textbook:** Communicating for Success, 2007, Thomson/South-Western
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 * 1 || Chapter 1-8 review || Review all concepts from chapters 1-8 from Applied Communications 11 || **// NeSA //**
 * 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. **
 * 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. **
 * // 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. //**** 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. **
 * 2 || Chapter 9 Communicating Messages || Identify reasons for writing messages

Understand your role in customer service

Understand the purposes and content of various types of messages

Analyze the qualities of effective messages

Revise ineffective messages

Write notes, memos, e-mail messages and letters

Address envelopes according to postal guildlines || Communicating Messages **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Communicating Messages: Why write? **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Customers **NESA 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** Purposes **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** Qualities of Effective message **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Content of Effective message **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Sending Notes **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Sending Memos **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Sending Effective Email **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Sending Business Letters **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Literature Applications **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text.** || 15 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: customer external customer internal customer memorandum copy notation guide word subject line e-mail business letter letterhead standard letter parts inside address courtesy title salutation open punctuation mixed punctuation body signature block complimentary close attention line subject line reference initials enclosure copy notation block style modified block || Student workbook 9-A to 9-H Student CD files Ch09-03 Ch 09-04 Ch09-07 Ch09-09 Ch09-10 Ch09-block Ch09-modified Literature titles: "The River Merchant's Wife: A Letter" and //Letter from an American Farmer// Instructor's CD Sample correspondence-student and instructor choices Local telephone directories Microsoft Office Word Clip-Art from Word or internet //Circus// PBS video-job related video communicating.swlearning.com || Student Group work Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project Grading of daily assignments in the chapter || Student Group work Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test ||
 * 3 || Chapter 10 Persuading || Define persuasive

Adapt Persuasive appeals to audience needs

Identify barriers to persuading the audience

Use the ADAM approach to persuasion

Create persuasive messages

Distinquish among fact, opinion and inference

Identify and revise inappropriate persuasive language

Revise a collection letter

Determine why some sales letters are unsuccessful

Plan, Write and Revise an Effective Sales letter || Persuading **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** Persuasion: Audience needs **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Persuasion: Appeals **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Persuading the Audience **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Managing Conflict **NESA 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** ADAM METHOD **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication.** Creating the Persuasive message **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Collection Letters **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Sales letters **12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Designing Persuasive Messages **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Chapter project **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication.** Literature application **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** || 22 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: persuasion credibility appeal reputation motivation persuasive appeals apathy pseudo conflict problem/solution conflict values conflict ego conflict physical withdrawal psychological withdrawal surrender assertive hidden agenda negotiation ADAM persuasion method inference implication euphemism loaded language inferred meaning Doublespeak collection letter goodwill target audience dissonance focal point asymmetrical or cascading text logo || Student workbook 10-A to 10-H Student CD files Ch10-08 Ch10-12 Ch10-14 Audio file Ch 10-08 Literature titles: //The American Crisis, Number One// and "Shooting an Elephant" Instructor's Resource CD Student and teacher supplied examples of persuasion Student and Teacher magazines, newspaper, advertisements, and product boxes craft supplies and paper federal, state and local harassment laws from internet or local publications Microsoft office Power point Clothing accessories //Circus// PBS video-job related video communicating.swlearning.com || Student Group work Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation ||
 * 4 || Chapter 11 Applying for a Job || List sources for job leads

Gather data for a resume and a job application

Identify Marketable skills

Complete a job application

Prepare a resume, cover letter and follow-up letter

Particpate in a mock job interview || Applying for a Job **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** **12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Difference between job and career **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text.** Preparing a Resume **NESA 12.4.1.b: Demonstrate ethical and legal use of information by citing sources using prescribed formats and tools. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct.** Preparing Cover Letter **NESA 12.4.1.b: Demonstrate ethical and legal use of information by citing sources using prescribed formats and tools. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct.** Completing Job Application **NESA 12.4.1.b: Demonstrate ethical and legal use of information by citing sources using prescribed formats and tools. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct.** Preparing for the Interview **NESA 12.4.1.b: Demonstrate ethical and legal use of information by citing sources using prescribed formats and tools. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct.** Follow-up letters **NESA 12.4.1.b: Demonstrate ethical and legal use of information by citing sources using prescribed formats and tools. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct.** Evaluations **NESA 12.2.1.a: Select and use appropriate prewriting tools to generate and organize information, guide writing, answer questions, and synthesize information. 12.2.1.b: Generate a draft by constructing clearly worded and effectively placed thesis statements that convey a clear perspective on the subject, structuring ideas and arguments in an effective and sustained way, following an organizational pattern appropriate to the purpose and intended audience, applying standard rules of sentence formation – including parallel structure and subordination. 12.2.1.c: Revise to improve writing. 12.2.1.d: Provide oral, written and/or electronic feedback to other writers; utilize others feedback to improve own writing. 12.2.1.e: Edit writing for format and conventions. 12.2.1.f: Publish a legible document that applies formatting techniques to contribute to the readability and impact of the document.** Chapter Project **NESA 12.2.1.a: Select and use appropriate prewriting tools to generate and organize information, guide writing, answer questions, and synthesize information. 12.2.1.b: Generate a draft by constructing clearly worded and effectively placed thesis statements that convey a clear perspective on the subject, structuring ideas and arguments in an effective and sustained way, following an organizational pattern appropriate to the purpose and intended audience, applying standard rules of sentence formation – including parallel structure and subordination. 12.2.1.c: Revise to improve writing. 12.2.1.d: Provide oral, written and/or electronic feedback to other writers; utilize others feedback to improve own writing. 12.2.1.e: Edit writing for format and conventions. 12.2.1.f: Publish a legible document that applies formatting techniques to contribute to the readability and impact of the document.** Literature Application **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups.** || 20 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: resume job objective reverse chronological order chronological resume parallel wording active and passive verbs keywords scanning cover letter follow-up letter || Student workbook 11-A to 11-P Student CD files Ch11-04 Ch. 11-02 Ch11-08 Audio files Ch11-09 Literature titles: excerpt from //Death of a Salesman// "The Old Man and Woman Who Switched Jobs" Instructor resource CD Classified ad sections from local and state newspapers, and internet Occupational Outlook Handbook from www.bls.gov Local telephone direction Job application forms from local businesses photobooth technology on Macbook pro computers //Circus// PBS video-job related videof communicting.swlearning.com || Student Group work Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Video presentations || Develop uses for comparison and contrast Discover likenesses and differences Organize data by constructing tables Prepare a comparison and contrast analysis Use comparison and contrast transitional signals || Comparing and Contrasting **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication.** Definitions of Comparison and Contrast **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Organizing Data/tables **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Comparison and Contrast Analysis **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Transitional Signals Chapter project Literature Application NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. || 8 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: comparison contrast subjects points of comparison table layout common knowledge analysis comparative degree || Student workbook 12-A to 12-F Audio files Proj 12 Literature titles: "Two Views of the River" and "Possibilities" Instructor's Resource CD Samples of Tables Microsoft Office Excel and Powerpoint Magazines and trade journals supplied students and teacher //Circus// PBS video-job related video communicating.swlearning.com || Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project Student group work || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Chapter test ||
 * 5 || Chapter 12 Comparing and Contrasting || Define Comparing and Contrasting
 * 6 || Chapter 13 Interviewing for Information || Describe an informational interview

Identify and narrow a topic

Identify an expert for a given topic

Plan and conduct an interview

Present an oral report of an interview

Edit and Write the results of an informational interview

Plan a survey involving the use of a questionnaire

Plan and design a questionnaire

Take a survey, using a questionnaire

Report results of a survey || Interviewing for Information **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Using an Expert **NESA 12.2.2.a: Write in a variety of genres, considering purpose, audience, medium, and available technology. 12.2.2.b: Write considering typical characteristics of the selected genre. 12.2.2.c: Select and apply an organizational structure appropriate to the task. 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.2.a: Apply listening skills needed to summarize and evaluate information given in multiple situations and modalities. 12.3.2.b: Listen and respond to messages by expressing a point of view on the topic using questions, challenges, or affirmations. 12.3.2.c: Listen to and evaluate the clarity, quality, and effectiveness of important points, arguments, and evidence being communicated. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Interviewing in the job situation **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** Pinpointing the topic **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** How to find an expert **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** Setting up Interviews **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** Conducting interviews **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** Editing interviews-Voice **NESA Same Standards as ‘Using an Expert’** Conducting a survey **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Preparing a Questionnaire **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Pitfalls of Questionnaires Conducting Survey-Questionnaire Tallying Reporting Information **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials.** Literature Application **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups.** || 24 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: Foxfire books expert general topic' narrowed topic pinpoint topic preconceived notions interviewer interviewee verbatim clarifying questions authenticity insert quoted material transcription non-numerical checklist sample open-ended questions loaded statements reliable sources questionnaire survey || Student workbook 13-A to 13-J Student CD files Ch13-02, Ch13-04 Audio files Ch13-04 and Proj13 Literature "Nick Salerno" and excerpt for "How to Tell a Story" Instructor's CD Magazines/newspapers/internet articles regarding personal interviews Microsoft Office Powerpoint Craft supplies Photobooth technology on Macbook Pro Notebooks/microcassette recorders communicating.swlearning.com || Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities 1-10 Chapter Project || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Chapter test ||
 * 7 || Chapter 14 Using Numbers and Statistics || Describe Common Uses of Numbers and Statistics to inform and Persuade

Identify editorializing when reading about numerical data

Define the terms mean, median, and mode

Construct and use tables, pie charts, bar graphs, and line graphs to illustrate numerical || Using Numbers and Statistics **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication.** Numerical Data in life Making it Understandable **NESA 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Ways to look at number groups Using Numbers when no quantity is involved Using Tables, Charts and Graphs **NESA 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Chapter Project **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.2.a: Apply listening skills needed to summarize and evaluate information given in multiple situations and modalities. 12.3.2.b: Listen and respond to messages by expressing a point of view on the topic using questions, challenges, or affirmations. 12.3.2.c: Listen to and evaluate the clarity, quality, and effectiveness of important points, arguments, and evidence being communicated. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Literature Application **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** || 11 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: micrometer editorializing rounding numbers ratios percentages representative sample random sample systematic sample with a random start target group mean median performance ratings and subjective data mode table pie charts line graphs bar graphs || Student workbook 14-A to 14-H Literature titles: "The Unknown Citizen" and excerpt from //Walden// Instructor's CD Computer Macbook calculator and Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint software Craft supplies Graph paper communicating.swlearning.com || Daily discussion Reading chapter Chapter activities Chapter Project || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Chapter test || Reasons for Reports **NESA 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features.** Field Reports **NESA Same as ‘Reasons for Reports’.** Lab Reports **NESA Same as ‘Reasons for Reports’.** Proposals (persuasive reports) **NESA 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose.** Progress reports **NESA Same as ‘Proposals.** Tips on Report Writing **NESA Same as ‘Proposals’.** Chapter Project **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication.** Literature Applications **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** || 10 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: lab research field research proposal progress report || Student workbook 15-A to 15-H Student CD files Ch15-fl; Ch15pc Ch15-03, Ch15-05 Ch15-06 Literature titles: "1620 to 1992: Long Ago But Not So Far Away" and "How Smart Are Dolphins?" Instructor's CD craft supplies Periodicals and internet sites from trade publications communicating.swleaning.com //Cuttlefish: Kings of Camouflage. NOVA PBS DVD (illustrates lab vs field research0// || Daily discussion Reading chapter  Chapter activities  Chapter Project || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter  Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org  or from tests accompanying text.  Chapter project and presentation  Chapter test || Define and set different types of goals Design a schedule, using effective time management Understand leadership styles Analyze ineffective and effective meetings and negotiations Explain student organizations and their importance Understand the purpose of joining professional organizations || Professional **NESA 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.2.a: Apply listening skills needed to summarize and evaluate information given in multiple situations and modalities. 12.3.2.b: Listen and respond to messages by expressing a point of view on the topic using questions, challenges, or affirmations. 12.3.2.c: Listen to and evaluate the clarity, quality, and effectiveness of important points, arguments, and evidence being communicated. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Time; A Personal Definition Goal Setting Prioritizing Teams and Decision Making Vocational Student Organizations/Professional Organizations Chapter Projects **NESA 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. 12.3.2.a: Apply listening skills needed to summarize and evaluate information given in multiple situations and modalities. 12.3.2.b: Listen and respond to messages by expressing a point of view on the topic using questions, challenges, or affirmations. 12.3.2.c: Listen to and evaluate the clarity, quality, and effectiveness of important points, arguments, and evidence being communicated. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community.** Literature Applications **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Other Activities: Research papers and oral presentations: one per semester **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials.12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features. 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** Evaluating a web source, print source, advertisement **NESA Same as Directly Above.** Learning Journal-at least three on activities that take place in class or in the lab **NESA Same as Directly Above.** All 12.4 standards apply to all research projects and papers Current events of the year-two per semester-details about the event and reaction to the event **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials.** Projects related to Applied Communications from assignments given in class **NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials.12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features. 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective.** Free reading journals **NESA 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices.** Text study guides || 7 || Vocabulary terms relevant to workplace and personal communications and its various functions, including but not limited to the following: || Student workbook 16-A to 16H Student CD files: Ch16-12A Ch16-12B Ch16-14 Audio files: Ch 16-12A and Ch16-12B Literature titles: "Nikki Giovanni"; excerpt from //The Warren Buffet Way// Instructor CD Craft supplies Small paper bags, tongue depressors, food items see page 537 Trade journals or magazines or articles from internet communicating.swlearning.com stationery, envelopes, postage || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Chapter test || Grading of daily assignments in the chapter Chapter test online through valentine.myelearning.org or from tests accompanying text. Chapter project and presentation Chapter test || recognize patterns of organization within text (chronological, spatial, logical) || ** Writing Process: 12.2.1 ** **Students will apply the writing process to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and other standard conventions appropriate for grade level.** LA 12.2.1.a Select and use appropriate prewriting tools to generate and organize information, guide writing, answer questions, and synthesize information LA 12.2.1.b Generate a draft by: Constructing clearly worded and effectively placed thesis statements that convey a clear perspective on the subject Structuring ideas and arguments in an effective and sustained way, following an organizational pattern appropriate to the purpose and intended audience Applying standard rules of sentence formation, including parallel structure and subordination LA 12.2.1.c Revise to improve writing (e.g., quality of ideas, organization, sentence fluency, word choice, voice) LA 12.2.1.d Provide oral, written and/or electronic feedback to other writers; utilize others feedback to improve own writing LA 12.2.1.e Edit writing for format and conventions (e.g., spelling, capitalization, grammar, punctuation) LA 12.2.1.f Publish a legible document that applies formatting techniques to contribute to the readability and impact of the document e.g., fonts, spacing, highlighting, images, style conventions, manuscript requirements) || 10 || Vocabulary terms relevant to research, informative and persuasive writing including but not limited to the following:  Composition Terms: Transitions, etc.  Writing Composition Terms: revision || Teacher created research documents/handouts Website links to research formatting and information || Teacher made materials, state writing rubric and topics discussion, lecture, practice  state writing rubric  Researching techniques   Evaluating sources for timeliness and reliability  Note-taking  Organizational formatting  Choosing appropriate quoted materials for support of opinion  Six traits of writing  Actual writing of the paper to meet specific requirements.  Proofreading. Presenting researched materials with presentation software Use of webpage valentine.myelearning.org Appropriate weblinks to sites useful in writing and formatting document || Assessment of research and documentation, finished research document as per teacher created rubric furnished at the beginning of the first semester Documents created as informative first semester and persuasive second semester Presentation of research with presentation software by rubric created by teacher and evaluated by teacher and peers || quizzes, graded workbook assignments || Lessons for each unit are graded, as well as student created sentences for lessons using appropriate vocabulary words per lesson. Bi-monthly vocabulary tests which include spelling, matching and sentence writing || Students relate orally or in writing the information they or their peers have read and relate that to the work in class. || Students are graded by peer evaluators and instructor regarding the appropriate response to the reading. || Daily reading journals are graded on a weekly basis. ||
 * 8 || Chapter 15 Presenting Reports || Describe four types of reports: the field report, lab report, progress report and proposal (persuasive reports) || ** NESA 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.3.1.a: Communicate ideas and information in a manner appropriate for the purpose and setting. 12.3.1.b: Demonstrate and adjust speaking techniques for a variety of purposes and situations. 12.3.1.c: Utilize available media to enhance communication. **
 * 9 || Chapter 16 Becoming a Professional || Analyze your use of time
 * 10 || Research Writing || * recognize the importance of effective communication in one's personal life
 * recognize the importance of effective communication in work and professions
 * recognize the importance of effective communication in lifelong learning experiences
 * select and apply appropriate methods of communication in various experiences
 * recognize that communication is an interactive process between sender and receiver
 * recognize the role of culture in communication
 * consider purpose, occasion, and audience in communication endeavours
 * approach communication experiences (both sending and receiving) as active, thinking participants
 * think creatively and critically when speaking, listening, reading, writing, viewing, and representing
 * consider various types of reasoning
 * consider various appeals to an audience
 * consider the communicator's moral and ethical responsibilities
 * use the writing process to organize thoughts and discover new areas of knowledge
 * demonstrate the ability to transmit existing information with clarity and brevity
 * use specific concrete language to protect the integrity of the message
 * confer with peers and teachers
 * analyze and evaluate own and others' writing
 * demonstrate the ability to find and select relevant text
 * 11 || Vocabulary || At the end of each lesson, the student should be able to: 1. Pronounce each word correctly. 2. Apply pronunciation rules. 3. Spell each word correctly. 4. Apply spelling rules. 5. Give the opposite of a word. 6. Give all the words that share the same meaning. 7. Group related words together. 8. Give the part of speech of each word. || 12.1.5.a: determine meaning or words through structural analysis, using knowledge of Greek, Latin, and Anglo-Saxon roots, prefixes, and suffixes to understand complex words, including words in science, math, and social studies. 12.1.5.b: relate new grade level vocabulary to prior knowledge and use in new situations. 12.1.5.c: Independently apply appropriate strategy to determine meaning of unknown words in text. 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. || 10 || Vocabulary terms as included in the workbook || Greek and Latin Roots Vocabulary Series workbook || Workbook exercises, daily vocabulary word
 * 12 || Free Reading || Students are required to read a minimum of five to seven pages of work or job or interest related reading from books, magazines, newspapers, or internet articles || 12.1.4.a: Independently incorporate elements of prosodic reading to interpret text in a variety of situations. 12.1.4.b: Adjust oral or silent reading pace based on purpose, text difficulty, form, and style. 12.1.4.c: recognize and represent writer’s tone and style while reading individually or in groups. 12.1.5.a: determine meaning or words through structural analysis, using knowledge of Greek, Latin, and Anglo-Saxon roots, prefixes, and suffixes to understand complex words, including words in science, math, and social studies. 12.1.5.b: relate new grade level vocabulary to prior knowledge and use in new situations. 12.1.5.c: Independently apply appropriate strategy to determine meaning of unknown words in text. 12.1.5.d: Use semantic relationships to evaluate, defend, and make judgments. 12.1.5.e: Determine meaning using print and digital reference materials. 12.1.6.a: Evaluate the meaning, reliability, and validity of the text considering author’s purpose perspective, and information from additional sources. 12.1.6.b: Analyze and evaluate narrative text. 12.1.6.c: Analyze the function and critique the effects of the author’s use of stylistic and literary devices. 12.1.6.d: Summarize, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate informational text. 12.1.6.e: Apply knowledge of organizational patterns found in informational text. 12.1.6.f: Analyze and evaluate information from text features. 12.1.6.g: Analyze, evaluate, and make inferences based on the characteristics of narrative and informational genres and provide evidence from the text to support understanding. 12.1.6.h: Critique the effects of historical, cultural, political, and biographical influences in a variety of genres. 12.1.6.i: Use narrative and informational text to develop a national and global multi-cultural perspective. 12.1.6.j: Generate and/or answer literal, inferential, critical, and interpretive questions by analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating prior knowledge, information from the text, and additional sources to support answers. 12.1.6.k: Select a text for a particular purpose. 12.1.6.l: Build and activate prior knowledge in order to clarify text, deepen understanding, and make connections while reading. 12.1.6.m: Self-monitor comprehension for accuracy and understanding when errors detract from meaning by applying appropriate strategies to self-correct. 12.1.6.n: Make complex or abstract inferences or predictions by synthesizing information while previewing and reading text. 12.1.6.o: Respond to text verbally, in writing, or artistically. 12.2.1.a: Select and use appropriate prewriting tools to generate and organize information, guide writing, answer questions, and synthesize information. 12.2.1.b: Generate a draft by constructing clearly worded and effectively placed thesis statements that convey a clear perspective on the subject, structuring ideas and arguments in an effective and sustained way, following an organizational pattern appropriate to the purpose and intended audience, applying standard rules of sentence formation – including parallel structure and subordination. 12.2.1.c: Revise to improve writing. 12.2.1.d: Provide oral, written and/or electronic feedback to other writers; utilize others feedback to improve own writing. 12.2.1.e: Edit writing for format and conventions. 12.2.1.f: Publish a legible document that applies formatting techniques to contribute to the readability and impact of the document. 12.3.3.a: Interact and collaborate with others in learning situations by contributing questions, information, opinions, and ideas using a variety of media and formats. 12.3.3.b: Solicit and respect diverse perspectives while searching for information, collaborating, and participating as a member of the community. 12.4.1.a: Select and use multiple resources to answer questions and defend conclusions using valid information. 12.4.1.c: Practice safe and ethical behaviors when communicating and interacting with others. 12.4.1.e: While reading, listening, and viewing, evaluate the message for bias, commercialism, and hidden agendas. || 10 || Student reported vocabulary as used in the readings, defined by the student in context || Students read their peers' reports, comment on the various aspects and evaluate the article information.