L.5c Distinguish among the connotations of making the mechanics of English (associations) of words with similar meaningful to middle school students. Also denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, has a website: with downloads for teachers. respectful, polite, diplomatic, BrainPop (your school may have a condescending). subscription to this online resource): when L.6 Acquire and use accurately you log in to the website , choose English. general academic and From the next menu, choose Grammar to domain-specific words and phrases; view the list of topics that are available. For gather vocabulary knowledge when each topic you can find a video and several considering a word or phrase important activities. to comprehension or expression. SL.1 Engage effectively in a range of Additional Resources: collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in Toastmasters: Tips & Techniques for Public groups, and teacher-led) with diverse Speaking: partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and Video, “How to Give an Awesome issues, building on others’ ideas and Presentation” - expressing their own clearly. Video, “5 Basic Public Speaking Tips” - SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read or researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas Speaking and under discussion. Listening SL.2 Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study. SL.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
L.5c Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, respectful, polite, diplomatic, condescending). L.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. of making the mechanics of English meaningful to middle school students. Also has a website: with downloads for teachers. BrainPop (your school may have a subscription to this online resource): when you log in to the website , choose English. From the next menu, choose Grammar to view the list of topics that are available. For each topic you can find a video and several activities. Speaking and Listening SL.1 Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly. SL.1a Come to discussions prepared, having read or researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion. SL.2 Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study. SL.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with pertinent descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. Additional Resources: Toastmasters: Tips & Techniques for Public Speaking: Video, “How to Give an Awesome Presentation” - Video, “5 Basic Public Speaking Tips” -
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