Series Success at the Core: Relevant and Real Content: Understanding Author's Purpose
ELA.RI.7.6
| Common core State Standards
- ELA: English Language Arts
- RI: Reading Standards for Informational Text 6-12
- 7: 7th Grade
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6:
Determine an author'\x80\x99s point of view or
purpose in a text and analyze how the author
distinguishes his or her position from that of
others.
ELA.W.7.2a
Common core State Standards
- ELA: English Language Arts
- W: Writing Standards 6-12
- 7: 7th Grade
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2a:
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a
topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information
through the selection, organization, and analysis
of relevant content.
a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what
is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and
information, using strategies such as definition,
classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/
effect; include formatting (e.g., headings),
graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia
when useful to aiding comprehension.
b. Develop the topic with relevant facts,
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or
other information and examples.
c. Use appropriate transitions to create cohesion
and clarify the relationships among ideas and
concepts.
d. Use precise language and domain-specific
vocabulary to inform about or explain the
topic.
e. Establish and maintain a formal style.
f. Provide a concluding statement or section
that follows from and supports the information
or explanation presented.
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Discussion and Supporting Materials
Thought starters
- Why do you think the teacher uses a writing lesson to reinforce the concept of author's purpose?
- How does the teacher create an understanding of how an author's purpose or intent influences their writing?
- In what ways do students demonstrate their understanding of writing for different purposes?
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Covington Middle School11200 Northeast Rosewood Avenue
Vancouver WA 98662
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