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   View Standards     Standard(s): [ELA2021] (7) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[ELA2021] (7) 5 :
5. Evaluate rhetorical strategies used to develop central and supporting ideas in recorded or live presentations, including point of view, purpose, comparison, categories, and word meanings (figurative, connotative, and technical).
[ELA2021] (7) -3 :
R4. Utilize a writing process to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writings in various genres.
[ELA2021] (7) -6 :
R1. Utilize active listening skills during discussion and conversation in pairs, small groups, or whole-class settings, following agreed-upon rules for participation.
Subject: English Language Arts (7)
Title: Writing for Catharsis: How Do We Survive?
Description:

This lesson is an internet-based inquiry into the Virginia Tech Massacre and Nikki Giovanni’s poetic response. This lesson ties informative reading and inquiry with the craft of poetry and the role of poetry as catharsis. Students will also recognize the difference between reading a poem and experiencing it as a public performance.




ALEX Learning Activities  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [DLIT] (6) 1 :
R1) Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safe use of digital devices.

[ELA2021] (6) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[HE] (6) 1 :
6.1.1) Describe the interrelationship between social and emotional health in adolescence.

a. . Identify how positive relationships can enhance each dimension of health.

b. Explain how stress can affect personal health.

[DLIT] (7) 1 :
R1) Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safe use of digital devices.

[DLIT] (7) 20 :
14) Discuss current events related to emerging technologies in computing and the effects such events have on individuals and the global society.

[ELA2021] (7) 28 :
28. Incorporate research into oral presentations, summarizing and supporting opinions and ideas with relevant details.

a. Collect information through the research process to answer follow-up questions and participate in discussions about their research findings.
[ELA2021] (7) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[HE] (7) 1 :
7.1.1) Summarize the interrelationship of emotional, social, and physical health.

a. Determine how peers may affect the six dimensions of health.

b. Illustrate how changing family dynamics can affect health.

Examples: divorce, relocating, death

[ELA2021] (6) 26 :
26. Utilize research findings to communicate relevant details, opinions, and ideas about a topic or text in oral presentations.

a. Answer questions in discussions about their research findings.
[DLIT] (8) 1 :
R1) Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safe use of digital devices.

[DLIT] (8) 20 :
14) Analyze current events related to computing and their effects on education, the workplace, individuals, communities, and global society.

[ELA2021] (8) 27 :
27. Synthesize and present information during the research process to answer follow-up questions and participate in both informal and formal discussions about research findings with grade-appropriate command of language.
[ELA2021] (8) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[HE] (8) 1 :
8.1.1) Explain how emotional, intellectual, physical, spiritual, mental, and social health affect each other.

a. Determine how social influences can affect physical health.

b. Describe how risky health behaviors affect the emotional, physical, and social health of adolescents.

[HE] (8) 8 :
8.2.3) Analyze the influences of technology on personal and family health.

Examples: screen time, video game addictions, activity trackers, diabetes monitor, heart monitor, fitness assessment tools

[DLIT] (9-12) 1 :
R1) Identify, demonstrate, and apply personal safe use of digital devices.

[DLIT] (9-12) 17 :
11) Model and demonstrate behaviors that are safe, legal, and ethical while living, learning, and working in an interconnected digital world.

a. Recognize user tracking methods and hazards.

Examples: Cookies, WiFi packet sniffing.

b. Understand how to apply techniques to mitigate effects of user tracking methods.

c. Understand the ramifications of end-user license agreements and terms of service associated with granting rights to personal data and media to other entities.

d. Explain the relationship between online privacy and personal security.

Examples: Convenience and accessibility, data mining, digital marketing, online wallets, theft of personal information.

e. Identify physical, legal, and ethical consequences of inappropriate digital behaviors.

Examples: Cyberbullying/harassment, inappropriate sexual communications.

f. Explain strategies to lessen the impact of negative digital behaviors and assess when to apply them.

[ELA2021] (9) 10 :
10. Present research findings to a peer audience, either formally or informally, conveying credible, accurate information from multiple sources, including diverse media.
[ELA2021] (9) 20 :
20. Adapt speech to purpose and audience in a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English conventions as indicated or appropriate.
[ELA2021] (10) 10 :
10. Present research findings to peers, either formally or informally, integrating credible, accurate information from multiple sources, including diverse media.
[ELA2021] (10) 20 :
20. Adapt speech to purpose and audience in a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English conventions when indicated or appropriate.
[ELA2021] (11) 13 :
13. Synthesize multiple sources of information (including diverse media), evaluate the credibility and accuracy of each source, and share information orally.
[ELA2021] (11) 23 :
23. Deliver a speech suitable for an authentic audience for a specific purpose, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Examples: student-led conference, public meeting, community-based group
[ELA2021] (12) 13 :
13. Evaluate the credibility and accuracy of sources from diverse media and/or formats and then use multiple suitable sources of information to develop an idea or further a position.
[ELA2021] (12) 23 :
23. Deliver a speech suitable for a professional audience of college and/or workforce stakeholders for a specific purpose, demonstrating command of formal English.
[HE] HED (9-12) 2 :
HE.1.2) Describe the interrelationships of emotional, mental, physical, social, spiritual, and environmental health.

a. Identify symptoms and methods of treatment of mental health disorders, including depression, and stress.

b. Identify warning signs and prevention strategies for suicide.

[HE] HED (9-12) 9 :
HE.2.2) Describe the pros and cons of the use of technology as it affects personal, family, and community health.

Examples: positive and negative influences on self-esteem, addiction to technology, personal interactions and relationships

[HUM] ED07 (9-12) 2 :
2 ) Analyze cultural influences on health behaviors, including social norms, laws and regulations, family traditions, and stereotypes that impact the health and wellness of individuals and families.

Examples: knowledge, attitude, and beliefs related to family eating habits; Alabama's graduated driver license to promote safe driving

[HUM] ED07 (9-12) 4 :
4 ) Evaluate positive and negative impacts of technology on health.

Examples: positive—improved diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and disorders

-  negative—decreased level of health-enhancing physical activity, inflationary expense of health care services

[HUM] ED07 (9-12) 9 :
9 ) Analyze the relationship of dimensions of health and wellness, including emotional, intellectual, physical, social, environmental, and spiritual factors that impact the health and wellness of individuals and families.

•  Applying decision-making strategies to achieve and improve personal health goals
Example: participating regularly in physical activity, avoiding sexual risk-taking, preventing abuse, practicing water safety, operating motor vehicles safely
[HUM] ED08 (9-12) 18 :
18 ) Assess ways technology impacts individuals and families throughout the life cycle.

Subject: Digital Literacy and Computer Science (6 - 12), English Language Arts (6 - 12), Health Education (6 - 12), Human Services (9 - 12)
Title: My Pledge to Unplug-- Part 3 of Unplug: The Digital Diet Plan
Description:

Students will be introduced to a five-step action plan to reduce their use of digital devices and decrease the negative consequences of a "poor digital diet." Students will analyze the relationship between all aspects of social and emotional health and describe how the use of digital devices can affect their health. Students will write and present a personal pledge to improve their "digital diet," demonstrating their command of the formal English language and presentation skills.




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ALEX Classroom Resources  
   View Standards     Standard(s): [ELA2021] (6) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[ELA2021] (6) -1 :
R6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
[ELA2021] (7) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[ELA2021] (7) -1 :
R6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
[ELA2021] (8) -2 :
R5. Assess the formality of occasions in order to speak or write using appropriate language and tone.
[ELA2021] (8) -1 :
R6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
[ELA2021] (9) -5 :
R3. Utilize active listening skills in formal and informal conversations, following predetermined norms.
[ELA2021] (10) -5 :
R3. Utilize active listening skills in formal and informal conversations, following predetermined norms.
[ELA2021] (11) -5 :
R3. Utilize active listening skills in formal and informal conversations, following predetermined norms.
[ELA2021] (12) -3 :
R3. Utilize active listening skills in formal and informal conversations, following predetermined norms.
Subject: English Language Arts (6 - 12)
Title: Knowing Your Audience | Workplace Essential Skills
URL: https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ket-workready-1/knowing-your-audience/
Description:

A customer service representative explains how the language you use in an email to customers may be different from the language you use in messages to coworkers or friends. This resource provides instruction and practice in crafting appropriate emails and workplace documents. 



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