General Outcomes	
Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to:
1.0 Explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences
2.0 Comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print and other media texts
3.0 Manage ideas and information
4.0 Enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
5.0 Respect, support and collaborate with others	

Units	
Approx. Time Allotment	
Approx.
Weighting	

Benchmarking	
10 pds.	
   5%	

Who Are You?	
45 pds.	
20%	

Novel – Choices!	
45 pds.	
20%	

Technology/Debate	
45 pds.	
20%	

Making a Difference (Optional)	
20 pds.	

Review	
25 pds.	
10%	

Mid-term Exam	
1 pd	
  5%	

Pat Exam	
5 pds	
 20%	

	

TOTALS	
 196 pds. 	
100%	

	
Benchmarking Unit	
		
1.1Discover and Explore
c. Set goals
Reflect on own growth in language learning and use, by considering progress over time and the attainment of personal goals		
Year Outline
Application of Program of Studies Outcomes to Units

Who Are You?	
 Autobiography	
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
ii. Identify and discuss how timeless themes are developed in a variety of oral, print and other media texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
iv. Compare and contrast own life situation with themes of oral, print and other media texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
b. Construct meaning from texts
iv. Relate the themes, emotions and experiences portrayed in oral, print and other media texts to issues of personal interest or significance		
2.2 Respond to Texts
c. Appreciate the artistry of texts
i. Discuss how techniques, such as irony, symbolism, perspective and proportion, communicate meaning and enhance effect in oral, print and other media texts		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
a. Understand forms and genres
ii. Evaluate the effectiveness of different types of media texts for presenting ideas and information		
2.4 Create Original Text
a. Generate ideas
Generalize from own experience to create oral, print and other media texts on a theme		
2.4 Create Original Text
b.  Elaborate on a theme 
Create oral, print and other media texts on common literary themes		
2.4 Create Original Text
c. Structure texts
i. Create oral, print and other media texts that interrelate plot, setting and character, and reveal the significance of the action.		
2.4 Create Original Text
c. Structure texts
ii. Create oral, print and other media texts that include main and minor characters, and show how the main character develops and changes as a result of the action and events		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
b. Revise and edit
iii. Revise to combine narration, description and exposition effectively		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
c. Enhance legibility
i. Develop personal handwriting styles appropriate for a variety of purposes		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
c. Enhance legibility
ii. Identify and experiment with some principles of design that enhance the presentation of texts		
5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
a. Appreciate diversity
i. Examine how personal experiences, cultural traditions and Canadian perspectives are presented in oral, print and other media texts		
Poetry Anthology – Mini-Unit
Most of the above outcomes apply, plus the following	
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
b. Use comprehension strategies
i. Identify explicit and implicit ideas and information in texts; listen and respond to various interpretations of the same text	(Also in Technology)	

Novel – Choices!	
1.1Discover and Explore
a. Express ideas and develop understanding
Explore and explain how interactions with others and with oral, print and other media texts affect personal understandings		
1.1Discover and Explore
b. Experiment with language and forms
Develop and extend understanding by expressing and responding to ideas on the same topic, in a variety of forms of oral, print and other media texts		
1.1Discover and Explore
c. Express preferences
Explain preferences for texts and genres by particular writers, artists, storytellers and filmmakers		
1.2Clarify and Extend
b. Combine ideas
Examine and reexamine ideas, information and experiences from different points of view to find patterns and see relationships		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
a. Use prior knowledge
ii. Use previous reading experiences, personal experiences and prior knowledge as a basis for reflecting on and interpreting ideas encountered in texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
ii. Identify and discuss how timeless themes are developed in a variety of oral, print and other media texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
iii. Consider historical context when developing own points of view or interpretations of oral, print and other media texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
v. Express the themes of oral, print or other media texts indifferent forms or genres		
2.2 Respond to Texts
b. Construct meaning from texts
i. Analyze how the choices and motives of characters portrayed in oral, print and other media texts provide insight into those of self and others		
2.2 Respond to Texts
b. Construct meaning from texts
ii. Identify and discuss theme and point of view in oral, print and other media texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
c. Appreciate the artistry of texts
ii. Discuss character development in terms of consistency of behaviour and plausibility of change		
2.2 Respond to Texts
c. Appreciate the artistry of texts
iii. Describe how theme, dominant impression and mood are developed and sustained through choices in language use and the interrelationship of plot, setting and character		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
b. Understand techniques and elements
i. Compare the development of character, plot and theme in two oral, print or other media texts		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
b. Understand techniques and elements
ii. Evaluate the effectiveness of oral, print and other media texts, considering the believability of plot and setting, the credibility of characters, and the development and resolution of conflict		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
b. Understand techniques and elements
iii. Compare a main character in one text to the main character in another text from a different era, genre or medium		
3.4 Share and Review
a. Share ideas and information
i. Communicate ideas and information in a variety of oral, print and other media texts, such as media scripts, multimedia presentations, panel discussions and articles		
3.4 Share and Review
a. Share ideas and information
ii. Integrate appropriate visual, print and/or other media to reinforce overall impression or point of view and engage the audience		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
a. Appraise own and others’ work
i. Share sample treatments of a topic with peers, and ask for feedback on the relative effectiveness of each		

4.1 Enhance and Improve
a. Appraise own and others’ work
ii. Work collaboratively to make appropriate revisions based on feedback provided by peers		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
e. Enhance artistry
Experiment with the language and components of particular forms to communicate themes or represent the perspectives of a variety of people or characters		
5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
a. Appreciate diversity
ii. Take responsibility for developing and sharing oral, print and other media texts and for responding respectfully to the texts of others		
5.2 Work Within a Group
a. Cooperate with others
i.  Contribute to group efforts to reach consensus or conclusions by engaging in dialogue to understand the ideas and viewpoints of others	(also in Making a Diff)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
a. Cooperate with others
ii. Discuss and choose ways to coordinate the abilities and interests of individual group members to achieve group goals	(also in Making a Diff)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
b. Work in groups
i. Generate and access ideas in a group, and use a variety of methods to focus and clarify topics for research or investigations	(also in Making a Diff)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
b. Work in groups
ii. Share responsibility for the completion of team projects by establishing clear purpose and procedures for solving problems, monitoring progress and making modifications to meet stated objectives	(also in Making a Diff)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
c. Evaluate group process
Establish and use criteria to evaluate group process and personal contributions; set goals and make plans for improvement	(also in Making a Diff)	

Technology	
1.1Discover and Explore
a. Express ideas and develop understanding
Extend understanding by taking different points of view when rereading and reflecting on oral, print and other media texts		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
a. Use prior knowledge
i. Discuss how interpretations of the same text might vary, according to the prior knowledge and experience of various readers		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
b. Use comprehension strategies
i. Identify explicit and implicit ideas and information in texts; listen and respond to various interpretations of the same text	(also in Poetry Anthology – Mini Unit)	
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
b. Use comprehension strategies
ii. Select appropriate reading rate and strategies for comprehending texts less closely connected to prior knowledge and personal experiences	(also in Who are You? – Poetry)
	
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
b. Use comprehension strategies
iii.  Preview complex texts as to their intent, content and structure, and use this information to set a purpose and select strategies for reading		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
c. Use textual clues
i. Use knowledge of visual and textual cues and structural features when skimming and scanning various print and other media texts to locate relevant information effectively and efficiently		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
c. Use textual clues
ii. Analyze and discuss how the structural features of informational materials, such as textbooks, bibliographies, databases, catalogues, web sites, commercials and newscasts, enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of communication		

2.1Use Strategies and Cues
d. Use phonics and structural analysis
Apply and explain effective procedures for identifying and comprehending words in context; adjust procedures according to the purpose for reading and the complexity of the texts		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
ii. Identify and discuss how timeless themes are developed in a variety of oral, print and other media texts		
 2.2 Respond to Texts
b. Construct meaning from texts
iii. Discuss and explain various interpretations of the same oral, print or other media text		
2.2 Respond to Texts
c. Appreciate the artistry of texts
iv. Identify features that define particular oral, print and other media texts; discuss differences in style and their effects on content and audience impression		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
a. Understand forms and genres
i.  Explain the relationship between purposes and characteristics of various forms and genres of oral, print and other media texts		
2.3 Understand Forms, Elements, and Techniques
b. Understand techniques and elements
iv. Identify ways that a change in narrator might affect the overall meaning of oral, print and other media texts		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
d. Expand knowledge of language
i. Distinguish between the denotative and connotative meaning of words and discuss effectiveness for achieving purpose and affecting audience		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
d. Expand knowledge of language
ii. Explore the derivation and use of words, phrases and jargon, including variations in language, accent and dialect in Canadian communities and region		

4.2 Attend to Conventions
b. Attend to spelling
ii.  Identify situations in which careful attention to correct spelling is especially important

iii. Identify and use variant spellings for particular effects, depending on audience, purpose, content and context		
5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
b. Relate texts to culture
Analyze how oral, print and other media texts reflect the traditions, beliefs and technologies of different cultures, communities or periods in history		
Debate/Opinion Essay	
1.2Clarify and Extend
c. Extend understanding
Assess whether new information extends understanding by considering diverse opinions and exploring ambiguities		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
vi. Consider peers’ interpretations of oral, print and other media texts, referring to the texts for supporting or contradicting evidence		
3.1 Plan and Focus
a. Focus attention
i. Synthesize ideas and information from a variety of sources to develop own opinions, points of view and general impressions		
3.1 Plan and Focus
a. Focus attention
ii. Assess adequacy, accuracy and appropriateness of text details to support or further develop arguments, opinions or points of view		
3.1 Plan and Focus
b. Determine information needs
Select types and sources of information to achieve an effective balance between researched information and own ideas		
3.1 Plan and Focus
c. Plan to gather information
Select information sources that will provide effective support, convincing argument or unique perspectives		
3.1 Plan and Focus
d. Use a variety of sources
i. Obtain information reflecting multiple perspectives from a variety of sources, such as expository essays, graphs, diagrams, online catalogues, periodical indices, film libraries, electronic databases and the Internet, when conducting research 		
3.2 Select and Process
a. Access information
i.  Expand and use a variety of tools and text features, such as organizational patterns of texts, page layouts, font styles and sizes, colour and voice-overs, to access information		
3.2 Select and Process
a. Access information
ii. Distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and determine the usefulness of each for research purposes		
3.2 Select and Process
a. Access information
iii. Follow up on cited references to locate additional information		
3.2 Select and Process
b. Evaluate sources
Evaluate sources for currency, reliability and possible bias of information for a particular research project 		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
a. Organize information
i. Organize ideas and information by developing and selecting appropriate categories and organizational structures		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
a. Organize information
ii. Balance all sections of oral, print and other media texts and ensure sentences, paragraphs and key ideas are linked throughout		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
a. Organize information
iii. Develop coherence by relating all key ideas to the overall purpose of the oral, print or other media text		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
b. Record information
i. Use own words to summarize and record information in a variety of forms; paraphrase and/or quote relevant facts and opinions; reference sources		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
b. Record information
ii. Select and record ideas and information that will support an opinion or point of view, appeal to the audience, and suit the tone and length of the chosen form of oral, print or other media text		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
c. Evaluate information
i. Evaluate usefulness, relevance and completeness of gathered information; address information gaps 		
3.4 Share and Review
b. Review research process
Reflect on the research process, identifying areas of strength and ways to improve further research activities		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
b. Revise and edit
ii. Revise to enhance effective transitions between ideas and maintain a consistent organizational pattern		
4.3Present and Share
d. Demonstrate attentive listening and viewing
i. Follow the train of thought, and evaluate the credibility of the presenter and the evidence provided	(also in Making a Diff)	
4.3Present and Share
d. Demonstrate attentive listening and viewing
ii. Provide feedback that encourages the presenter and audience to consider other ideas and additional information	(also in Making a Diff)	
5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
d. Use language to show respect
Create or use oral, print and other media texts in ways that are respectful of people, opinions, communities and cultures	(also in Making a Diff)	

Making a Difference (Optional Unit)	
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
c. Use textual clues
i. Use knowledge of visual and textual cues and structural features when skimming and scanning various print and other media texts to locate relevant information effectively and efficiently	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
c. Use textual clues
ii. Analyze and discuss how the structural features of informational materials, such as textbooks, bibliographies, databases, catalogues, web sites, commercials and newscasts, enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of communication	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
4.3Present and Share
a. Present information
Select, organize and present information to appeal to the interests and background knowledge of various readers or audiences	(Also in Novels)	
4.3Present and Share
b. Enhance presentation
Choose appropriate types of evidence and strategies to clarify ideas and information, and to convince various readers and audiences	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
4.3Present and Share
c. Use effective oral and visual communication
Integrate a variety of media and display techniques, as appropriate, to enhance the appeal, accuracy and persuasiveness of presentations	(Also in Novels)	
4.3Present and Share
d. Demonstrate attentive listening and viewing
i. Follow the train of thought, and evaluate the credibility of the presenter and the evidence provided	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
4.3Present and Share
d. Demonstrate attentive listening and viewing
ii. Provide feedback that encourages the presenter and audience to consider other ideas and additional information	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
c. Celebrate accomplishments and events
Explore and experiment with various ways in which the language arts are used across cultures, age groups and genders to honour and celebrate people and events	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	

5.1 Respect Others and Strengthen Community
d. Use language to show respect
Create or use oral, print and other media texts in ways that are respectful of people, opinions, communities and cultures 	(Also in Tech. – Debate)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
a. Cooperate with others
i.  Contribute to group efforts to reach consensus or conclusions by engaging in dialogue to understand the ideas and viewpoints of others	(Also in Novels)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
a. Cooperate with others
ii. Discuss and choose ways to coordinate the abilities and interests of individual group members to achieve group goals	(Also in Novels)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
b. Work in groups
i. Generate and access ideas in a group, and use a variety of methods to focus and clarify topics for research or investigations	(Also in Novels)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
b. Work in groups
ii. Share responsibility for the completion of team projects by establishing clear purpose and procedures for solving problems, monitoring progress and making modifications to meet stated objectives	(Also in Novels)	
5.2 Work Within a Group
c. Evaluate group process
Establish and use criteria to evaluate group process and personal contributions; set goals and make plans for improvement	(Also in Novels)	

Outcomes Emphasized Throughout the Year	
1.1Discover and Explore
a. Express ideas and develop understanding
Talk with others and experience a variety of oral, print and other media texts to explore, develop and justify own opinions and points of view.		
1.2Clarify and Extend
a. Consider others’ ideas
Integrate own perspectives and interpretations with new understandings developed through discussing and through experiencing a variety of oral, print and other media texts.		
2.1Use Strategies and Cues
e. Use references
Use reference materials, including a writer’s handbook, to verify correct usage, answer uncertainties and solve problems that arise		
2.2 Respond to Texts
a. Experience various texts
i. Experience oral, print and other media texts from a variety of cultural traditions, and genres, such as essays, broadcast advertisements, novels, poetry, documentaries, films, electronic magazines and realistic fiction		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
b. Record information
iii. Choose specific vocabulary, and use conventions accurately and effectively to enhance credibility		
3.3 Organize, Record and Evaluate
c. Evaluate Information
ii. Reflect on new understanding and its value to self and others		
4.1 Enhance and Improve
b. Revise and edit
i. Revise to ensure effective introductions, consistent points of view, effective transitions between ideas and appropriate conclusions		
4.2 Attend to Conventions
b. Attend to spelling
i.  Demonstrate the deliberate conscientious and independent application of a variety of editing and proofreading strategies to confirm spellings in own writing		

Mini-lessons	
4.2 Attend to Conventions
a. Attend to grammar and usage

i.   Identify and use parallel structure in own writing

ii.  Identify and use coordination, subordination and apposition to enhance communication

iii. Use a variety of strategies to make effective transitions between sentences and paragraphs in own writing 	(Interject when doing longer writing)

-Insert in Technology Unit
-Insert in Technology Unit

-Insert in Who are You? and Technology Units 	
4.2 Attend to Conventions
c. Attend to capitalization and punctuation
i.   Use quotation marks to distinguish words being discussed in own writing

ii.  Use dashes to show sentence breaks or interrupted speech, where appropriate in own writing

iii. Know that rules for punctuation can vary, and adjust punctuation use for effect in own writing	

-Insert in Novels Unit

-Insert in Who are You? Unit

-Insert in Technology Unit	
Review	
Review of outcomes that can be applied to the written PAT regarding:
- addressing a topic
- idea generation
- organization of ideas
- introduction
- transitions
- conclusion
- editing
- letter writing/formatting
Also, review of outcomes that relate to the reading PAT regarding responding to the artistic structure of text and interpretation of text.