Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools

Language Arts - English 11

Language Arts

The Tennessee English Language Arts Curriculum Framework for Kindergarten through Grade 12 was adopted by the State Board of Education on December 5, 1996. "The framework includes the Content Strands and Learning Expectations necessary to insure K-12 Tennessee students develop the language skills needed to succeed in school, in the workplace, and in their lives."

The Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) has been developed by the Tennessee State Department of Education to measure student competency in essential skills in the area of Language Arts.

English 11

The Tennessee English Language Arts Curriculum Framework identifies the learning expectations for Grade 11.

The TCAP Writing Assessment is given to students in Grade 11.


Genres

    Author: Effect/Audience
The learner will be able to identify the effect of an author's audience on his/her written work.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Author Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Instructional Resources
- AOL, Writing Activities [On-line].  http://aol.statestandards.com/getpage.dll?page=/tn/doc22685/section2687/index.htm
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].  http://www.quia.com
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].   http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].   http://www.quia.com
  
    Author: Effect/Environment
The learner will be able to identify the effect of an author's environment on his/her written work.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Author Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].  http://www.quia.com
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].   http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].   http://www.quia.com
  
    Author: Effect/Background
The learner will be able to identify the effect of an author's background on his/her written work.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Author Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].  http://www.quia.com
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].   http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].   http://www.quia.com
  
    Author: Effect/Experience
The learner will be able to identify the effect of an author's experience on his/her written work.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Author Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].  http://www.quia.com
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].   http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].   http://www.quia.com
  
    Author: Effect/Gender
The learner will be able to identify the effect of an author's gender on his/her written work.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Author Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].  http://www.quia.com
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, awesome--go here [online].   http://www.edhelper.com
- Reading Help, wonderful site [online].   http://www.quia.com
  

Language Expressions
The Language Expressions Unit focuses on language conventions, structure, usage, and language study. It also addresses parts of speech, figures of speech, syntax, paragraph and sentence structure, word agreement, modifiers, and grammar.

    Patterns: Diversity/Respect
The learner will be able to use literature to develop an understanding and respect for multicultural, gender and ethnic diversity in language patterns.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Language Patterns Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Dialect: Diversity/Respect
The learner will be able to use literature to develop an understanding and respect for multicultural, gender and ethnic diversity in language dialects.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Dialect Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Culture: Diversity/Respect
The learner will be able to use literature to develop an understanding and respect for multicultural, gender and ethnic diversity in language.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Culture Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Culture: Diversity/Respect
The learner will be able to develop a knowledge and respect for multicultural and ethnic diversity in language.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Culture Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Grammar: Use
The learner will be able to use correct grammar.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Grammar Application Master 1.0 TN: Writing Assessment, January 1995, Grade 11, p.30, #6 week tested: 16.
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Sentence Structure: Use
The learner will be able to use correct sentence structure.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Sentence Structure Application Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Sentence Structure: Recognize Errors
The learner will be able to recognize and correct errors in sentence structure.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Sentence Structure Evaluation Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Syntax: Variety
The learner will be able to use a variety of syntax in written works.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Syntax Application Master 1.0 TN: Writing Assessment, January 1995, Grade 11, p.30, #6 week tested: 16.
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Usage: Identify/Standard
The learner will be able to identify standard language usage.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Usage Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Usage: Apply/Writing
The learner will be able to apply appropriate language usage in writing.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Usage Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
Unit Assessment Resources
- Reading Help, these sites are great [online].   http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  

Language Mechanics

    Mechanics: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the correct use of mechanics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Mechanics Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Grammar Practice, online help [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Grammar Practice, online practice [online].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Mechanics: Use Correct
The learner will be able to write using correct mechanics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Mechanics Application Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.6
Unit Instructional Resources
- Grammar Practice, online help [online].  http://www.edhelper.com
- Grammar Practice, online practice [online].  http://www.quia.com
  

Listening

    Behaviors: Active Listening
The learner will be able to engage in active listening during different situations.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Listening Behaviors Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Behaviors: Diversity
The learner will be able to apply a knowledge and appreciation of diversity.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Listening Behaviors Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Processes: Expectations
The learner will be able to recognize his/her expectations for listening.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Listening Processes Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Evaluating: Non-Professional
The learner will be able to evaluate a non-professional presentation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Presentation: Evaluating Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Evaluating: Professional
The learner will be able to evaluate a professional presentation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Presentation: Evaluating Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Evaluating: Information
The learner will be able to evaluate information delivered by a speaker.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Evaluating Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Critical Listening: Judgement
The learner will be able to recognize judgement statements.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Critical Listening Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Critical Listening: Content/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze auditory material.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Critical Listening Analysis Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Point of View: Identify
The learner will be able to identify point of view in auditory material.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Point of View Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  
    Bias: Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize bias statements.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Critical Listening: Bias Knowledge Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.27
  

Media

    Media: Handle
The learner will be able to handle media responsibly.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Purposes: Language Arts Processes
The learner will be able to use media sources for language arts processes, such as reading, viewing, writing and creating.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Purposes Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Message: Content/Concept
The learner will be able to examine the content and concepts contained in visual media forms.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Message Analysis Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Aids: Communication
The learner will be able to use media sources to communicate what has been learned.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Aids: Presentation Application Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Production: Strategies/Describe
The learner will be able to describe creative strategies applied in the production of print and nonprint media.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Production Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Print/Nonprint: Differences/Evaluate
The learner will be able to evaluate the differences between using print and nonprint media forms to communicate.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Form: Print/Non-Print Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Evaluate: Daily Life
The learner will be able to evaluate media's influence in daily life.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media: Evaluate Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Presentation: Sources/Describe
The learner will be able to use a variety of media sources to describe information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Presentation Application Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Presentation: Sources/Create
The learner will be able to use a variety of media sources to create information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Presentation Application Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Media Presentation: Sources/Display
The learner will be able to use a variety of media sources to display information.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Presentation Application Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Information: Present/Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to present information found in print and nonprint materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Print/Nonprint: Information Application Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Information: Research/Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to research information using print and nonprint materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Print/Nonprint: Information Application Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Information: Interpret/Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to interpret information found in print and nonprint materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Print/Nonprint: Information Analysis Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Information: Evaluate/Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to evaluate information found in print and nonprint materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Print/Nonprint: Information Evaluation Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Create: Purpose
The learner will be able to consider the purpose when creating a media production.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Production: Create Comprehension Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  
    Create: Audience
The learner will be able to consider the audience when creating a media production.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Media Production: Create Comprehension Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.20
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, school website [Graphic Organizer].  http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/tools/index.html#Language
  

Reading Operations

    Strategies: Variety/Develop
The learner will be able to develop a variety of reading strategies.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Strategies Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Strategies: Type/Content
The learner will be able to use reading selection type and content to determine the most appropriate reading strategy.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Strategies Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Interpretation: Personal/Interact
The learner will be able to develop a personal interpretation by interacting with a text.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Interpretation Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Response: Literature
The learner will be able to respond to literature.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Responses: Critical Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Comprehension: Display Skills
The learner will be able to display comprehension skills.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Behaviors Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Reading Behaviors: Independent
The learner will be able to read independently.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Behaviors Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Response: Connection/Historical
The learner will be able to respond to literature by forming historical connections.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Responses: Affective Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Response: Connection/Visual
The learner will be able to respond to literature by forming connections with visual material.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Responses: Affective Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Reading Behaviors: Appreciation
The learner will be able to appreciate written texts.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Behaviors: Affective Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Personal: Connection/Form
The learner will be able to respond to literature by forming personal connections.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Responses: Personal Master TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Main Idea: Discern
The learner will be able to discern the main idea in reading materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Main Idea Analysis Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Predict Outcome: Information
The learner will be able to make predictions from information in written material.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Predicting Analysis Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Inference: Reading Material
The learner will be able to make inferences from reading materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Inference Analysis Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Point of View: Discern
The learner will be able to discern the point of view of reading materials.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Point of View Analysis Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Framework (K-12), December 5, 1996, Grade 11, p.13
Unit Instructional Resources
- Vocabulary Development, online help [Graphic Organizer].  http://www.quia.com
  
    Strategies: Apply
The learner will be able to apply reading strategies to monitor comprehension.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Reading Strategies Application Master