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Reading Literature
ELA.11.1 — Analyzing Complex Themes and Central Ideas: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Analyzing Complex Themes and Central Ideas.
ELA.11.2 — Citing Strong and Thorough Textual Evidence: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Citing Strong and Thorough Textual Evidence.
ELA.11.3 — Analyzing Complex Characters and Conflicts: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Analyzing Complex Characters and Conflicts.
ELA.11.4 — Structure and Narrative Techniques in Prose: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Structure and Narrative Techniques in Prose.
ELA.11.5 — Diction, Imagery, and Tone: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Diction, Imagery, and Tone.
ELA.11.6 — Point of View, Perspective, and Reliability: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Point of View, Perspective, and Reliability.
ELA.11.7 — Multiple Interpretations of a Work: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Multiple Interpretations of a Work.
ELA.11.8 — Intertextual Allusions and Source Use: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Intertextual Allusions and Source Use.
ELA.11.9 — Figurative Language and Symbolism: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Figurative Language and Symbolism.
ELA.11.10 — Syntax and Pacing as Author's Choices: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Syntax and Pacing as Author's Choices.
ELA.11.11 — Cultural and Historical Contexts in American Literature: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Cultural and Historical Contexts in American Literature.
ELA.11.12 — Comparative Study within a Literary Movement: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Comparative Study within a Literary Movement.
ELA.11.13 — Foundational American Literature: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Foundational American Literature.
Reading Literature — Mini Skills
ELA.11.15 — Close Reading Protocols for Short Passages: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Close Reading Protocols for Short Passages.
ELA.11.16 — Annotating Complex Texts: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Annotating Complex Texts.
ELA.11.17 — Scansion and Poetic Meter: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Scansion and Poetic Meter.
ELA.11.18 — Rhyme Schemes and Poetic Forms: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Rhyme Schemes and Poetic Forms.
RL.11-12.5 — Visualizing Narrative Structure: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS RL.11-12.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Diagram exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution, including nonlinear and parallel structures, to evaluate structural effects. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS RL.11-12.5; CA RL.11-12.5; MA RL.11–12.5; NY 11-12R5; VA 11.RL.2; TX §110.38 (English III: Author’s purpose and craft); FL ELA.11.R.1.1. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
Reading Informational Text
ELA.11.21 — Determining Central Ideas in Complex Nonfiction: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Determining Central Ideas in Complex Nonfiction.
ELA.11.22 — Analyzing Complex Argument Structures: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Analyzing Complex Argument Structures.
ELA.11.23 — Evaluating Reasoning and Evidence: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Evaluating Reasoning and Evidence.
ELA.11.24 — Rhetorical Appeals and Strategies: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Rhetorical Appeals and Strategies.
ELA.11.25 — Analyzing Text Structures in Expository and Argumentative Texts: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Analyzing Text Structures in Expository and Argumentative Texts.
ELA.11.26 — Key Terms and Technical Vocabulary in Context: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Key Terms and Technical Vocabulary in Context.
ELA.11.27 — Integrating Information from Multiple Sources: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Integrating Information from Multiple Sources.
ELA.11.28 — Seminal U.S. Documents: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Seminal U.S. Documents.
ELA.11.29 — Historical Context and Purpose: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Historical Context and Purpose.
ELA.11.30 — Bias, Perspective, and Reliability: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Bias, Perspective, and Reliability.
RI.11-12.7 — Interpreting Quantitative and Visual Information: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS RI.11-12.7. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Interpret and evaluate charts, graphs, and infographics in context; explain how visuals support or complicate the text’s claims. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS RI.11-12.7; CA RI.11-12.7; MA RI.11–12.7; NY 11-12R7; VA 11.RI.2; TX §110.38 (English III: Inquiry and research); FL ELA.11.R.3.3. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
ELA.11.32 — Synthesis Across Texts: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Synthesis Across Texts.
ELA.11.33 — Evaluating Counterarguments and Limitations: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Evaluating Counterarguments and Limitations.
Reading Informational Text — Mini Skills
ELA.11.35 — Note-taking Models for Argumentative Nonfiction: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Note-taking Models for Argumentative Nonfiction.
RI.11-12.8 — Mapping Claims, Evidence, and Warrants: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS RI.11-12.8. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Diagram arguments using a Toulmin model to visualize claims, reasons, warrants, backing, qualifiers, and rebuttals. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS RI.11-12.8; CA RI.11-12.8; MA RI.11–12.8; NY 11-12R8; VA 11.RI.3; TX §110.38 (English III: Author’s purpose and craft); FL ELA.11.R.2.3. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
ELA.11.37 — Detecting Logical Fallacies and Rhetorical Manipulations: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Detecting Logical Fallacies and Rhetorical Manipulations.
ELA.11.38 — Paraphrasing and Summarizing with Fidelity: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Paraphrasing and Summarizing with Fidelity.
ELA.11.39 — Tracing Etymology and Key Terms Across a Text: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Tracing Etymology and Key Terms Across a Text.
Writing
ELA.11.41 — Writing Cohesive Arguments: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Writing Cohesive Arguments.
ELA.11.42 — Organization and Cohesion in Academic Writing: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Organization and Cohesion in Academic Writing.
ELA.11.43 — Integrating Evidence with Analysis: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Integrating Evidence with Analysis.
ELA.11.44 — Counterclaims and Rebuttals: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Counterclaims and Rebuttals.
ELA.11.45 — Informative and Explanatory Writing with Synthesis: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Informative and Explanatory Writing with Synthesis.
ELA.11.46 — Literary Analysis Essays: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Literary Analysis Essays.
WRI.11.47 — Short and Extended Research Projects: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Short and Extended Research Projects.
ELA.11.48 — Evaluating Source Credibility and Bias: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Evaluating Source Credibility and Bias.
ELA.11.49 — Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing Ethically: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing Ethically.
ELA.11.50 — Varied Syntax for Rhetorical Effect: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Varied Syntax for Rhetorical Effect.
ELA.11.51 — Tone and Style for Audience and Purpose: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Tone and Style for Audience and Purpose.
ELA.11.52 — Narrative Writing with Multiple Perspectives: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Narrative Writing with Multiple Perspectives.
ELA.11.53 — Rhetorical Analysis Essays: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Rhetorical Analysis Essays.
W.11-12.6 — Multimodal Composition and Design: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS W.11-12.6. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Create compositions that integrate text, images, audio, data visualizations, and hyperlinks to enhance meaning and impact. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS W.11-12.6; CA W.11-12.6; MA W.11–12.6; NY 11-12W6; VA 11.W.2; TX §110.38 (English III: Composition; Technology); FL ELA.11.C.5.2. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
ELA.11.55 — Revision Strategies Global and Local: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Revision Strategies Global and Local.
ELA.11.56 — Editing for Grammar, Punctuation, and Mechanics: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Editing for Grammar, Punctuation, and Mechanics.
WRI.11.57 — Timed Writing under Constraints: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Timed Writing under Constraints.
ELA.11.58 — College and Career Writing: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on College and Career Writing.
ELA.11.59 — Reflective Writing and Metacognition: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Reflective Writing and Metacognition.
Writing — Mini Skills
ELA.11.61 — Introductions and Conclusions that Do Real Work: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Introductions and Conclusions that Do Real Work.
ELA.11.62 — Paragraph Coherence and Transitions: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Paragraph Coherence and Transitions.
ELA.11.63 — Integrating Quotations Smoothly: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Integrating Quotations Smoothly.
WRI.11.64 — Concession and Refutation Moves: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Concession and Refutation Moves.
ELA.11.65 — Voice through Diction and Detail: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Voice through Diction and Detail.
W.11-12.5 — Planning with Graphic Organizers: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS W.11-12.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Use outlines, flowcharts, and argument maps to plan essays and research projects efficiently. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS W.11-12.5; CA W.11-12.5; MA W.11–12.5; NY 11-12W5; VA 11.W.2; TX §110.38 (English III: Composition; Inquiry and research); FL ELA.11.C.4.1. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
ELA.11.67 — Sentence Combining and Unpacking: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Sentence Combining and Unpacking.
Speaking and Listening
ELA.11.69 — Socratic Seminars: Prepare and Participate: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Socratic Seminars: Prepare and Participate.
ELA.11.70 — Presenting Arguments and Explanations: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Presenting Arguments and Explanations.
ELA.11.71 — Evaluating Oral Presentations and Rhetoric: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Evaluating Oral Presentations and Rhetoric.
ELA.11.72 — Adapting Speech to Context: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Adapting Speech to Context.
SL.11-12.5 — Integrating Digital Media in Presentations: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Integrate relevant media (images, data visuals, audio/video) to clarify ideas and add interest in formal presentations. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5; CA SL.11-12.5; MA SL.11–12.5; NY 11-12SL5; VA 11.W.2 (presentation); TX §110.38 (English III: Technology); FL ELA.11.C.5.2. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
ELA.11.74 — Leading and Moderating Discussions: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Leading and Moderating Discussions.
ELA.11.75 — Active Listening and Questioning: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Active Listening and Questioning.
Speaking and Listening — Mini Skills
SL.11-12.5 — Presentation Design Principles: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Apply contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity (CRAP) to design slides and handouts that are readable and persuasive. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5; CA SL.11-12.5; MA SL.11–12.5; NY 11-12SL5; VA 11.W.2 (presentation); TX §110.38 (English III: Technology); FL ELA.11.C.5.2. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
SL.11.78 — Nonverbal Communication and Delivery: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Nonverbal Communication and Delivery.
SL.11-12.5 — Visual Aids and Data Displays: Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Design charts, graphs, and infographics that accurately represent data and support claims in presentations. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS SL.11-12.5; CA SL.11-12.5; MA SL.11–12.5; NY 11-12SL5; VA 11.W.2; TX §110.38 (English III: Technology); FL ELA.11.C.5.2. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.
Language
LANG.11.81 — Advanced Grammar in Context: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Advanced Grammar in Context.
ELA.11.82 — Contested and Evolving Usage: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Contested and Evolving Usage.
ELA.11.83 — Punctuation Mastery: Colons, Semicolons, and Dashes: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Punctuation Mastery: Colons, Semicolons, and Dashes.
ELA.11.84 — Parallel Structure and Coordination: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Parallel Structure and Coordination.
ELA.11.85 — Active and Passive Voice for Rhetorical Effect: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Active and Passive Voice for Rhetorical Effect.
ELA.11.86 — Style: Concision, Variety, and Emphasis: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Style: Concision, Variety, and Emphasis.
ELA.11.87 — Capitalization and Hyphenation Conventions: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Capitalization and Hyphenation Conventions.
Vocabulary and Word Study
ELA.11.89 — Academic Vocabulary in Speaking and Writing: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Academic Vocabulary in Speaking and Writing.
ELA.11.90 — Greek and Latin Roots, Etymologies, and Morphology: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Greek and Latin Roots, Etymologies, and Morphology.
ELA.11.91 — Words in Context: Denotation, Connotation, and Nuance: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Words in Context: Denotation, Connotation, and Nuance.
ELA.11.92 — Domain-Specific Vocabulary Development: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Domain-Specific Vocabulary Development.
ELA.11.93 — Figurative Language and Rhetorical Devices Vocabulary: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Figurative Language and Rhetorical Devices Vocabulary.
Grammar and Conventions
ELA.11.95 — Phrases and Clauses: Appositives and Verbals: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Phrases and Clauses: Appositives and Verbals.
ELA.11.96 — Agreement Pronoun-Antecedent and Subject-Verb: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Agreement Pronoun-Antecedent and Subject-Verb.
ELA.11.97 — Pronoun Case and Reference: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Pronoun Case and Reference.
ELA.11.98 — Sentence Boundaries: Fragments, Run-ons, and Comma Splices: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Sentence Boundaries: Fragments, Run-ons, and Comma Splices.
ELA.11.99 — Mechanics: Quotation, Citation, and Formatting: Grade 11 ELA practice focused on Mechanics: Quotation, Citation, and Formatting.