Martha Carrillo
MILara@cps.edu
MILara@cps.edu
Junior English Language Arts Curriculum
This class will develop students' language skills, critical thinking abilities, and literary analysis. Students explore a variety of literary genres, including novels, short stories, poetry, and drama. The curriculum includes both classic and contemporary works, exposing students to a diverse range of voices and perspectives. Emphasis is placed on improving students' critical reading skills. They learn to analyze texts for themes, literary devices, and authorial intent. Discussions and written assignments often revolve around interpreting and evaluating the content. The class focuses on refining writing skills, including grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. Students engage in different types of writing, such as essays, research papers, and creative pieces. The goal is to enhance their ability to express ideas coherently and persuasively. The class incorporates activities that enhance students' oral communication skills. This includes class discussions, presentations, or group projects that require effective communication and collaboration.
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QUARTERLY UNITS
Power of a Single StoryThis unit is a rhetorical analysis unit that features the Ted Talk by Nigerian writer Chimamanda Adichie. In it she challenges us to consider the power of stories to influence identity, shape stereotypes, and build paths to empathy.
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Short Story UnitIn this unit, students will delve into the world of short stories to explore the depth and diversity of the human experience. Through critical analysis, creative writing exercises, and collaborative discussions, students will gain a deeper understanding of literary elements, cultural contexts, and the art of storytelling.
Students will explore key literary elements: plot structure, character development, setting, and theme and read and analyze contemporary short stories that experiment with form and structure. Students will discuss how author's choices convey theme; investigate how authors make deliberate choices in language, point of view, and narrative style; analyze short stories with unreliable narrators or unique narrative structures; explore the impact of authorial choices on the reader's interpretation of the story. |
Long Way DownLong Way Down is a young adult novel, written in prose, that tells the story of a teenage boy, Will who is seeking revenge for the murder of his older brother. In their neighborhood, there are "street rules" which Will is expected to follow. So, he is expected to go after the murderer of his brother.
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Career UnitStudents will identify their interests, skills, and values to explore potential career paths.They will learn about various career options and the education/training requirements associated with those paths. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of aligning personal interests and values with career choices.
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Animal FarmIt tells the story of a group of anthropomorphic farm animals who rebel against their human farmer, hoping to create a society where the animals can be equal, free, and happy. Ultimately, the rebellion is betrayed and, under the dictatorship of a pig named Napoleon, the farm ends up in a state as bad as it was before.
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OUTSIDE RESOURCESNew ELA Standards for 11-12
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Guides and Rubrics |