U.S. English 2

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Course Details:

Grades: 9-12

Length: one - two semesters

Prerequisites: ELL-Program eligible, Entering to Emerging (WIDA levels 1-2), and instructor recommendation

Course Description:

This differentiated course uses research-based strategies that support language acquisition to address and meet the needs of Entering and Emerging (WIDA levels 1 & 2) English learners who continue to need instruction at the Emerging level of English Language Development. The goal of this class is to build on foundational language skills to enable learners to use English in accessing increasing amounts of grade level content. Learners will explore literature and informational text to further develop reading, writing, speaking, listening, research, technological, and media literacy skills. These skills include basic grammar skills (including parts of speech), the use of high frequency vocabulary, use of tools to create increasing competency in conventions of standard English, and orientation to United States high school culture and procedures, as well as intentional and discrete focus on the four domains incorporating grade level skills/ competencies and content area vocabulary: writing at the sentence and paragraph level; reading and comprehending simple text in English (both literary as well as expository); listening in context-rich situations and for specific information; and speaking for everyday communication. Learners will also participate in class discussions, oral presentations, and group projects. Delivery of instruction is multi-media, multi-modal, and culturally-appropriate.

ELL Program certified staff recommendation is required, and teaching assignments must be approved through the ELL program.

This course may fulfill 1-2 semesters of required English credits for Entering to Emerging learners, as determined by the appropriate WIDA English Language Proficiency Assessment.

English Language Development Standards**

- Standard 1: English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.
- Standard 2: English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of language arts.
- Standard 3: English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of mathematics.
- Standard 4: English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of science.
- Standard 5: English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of social studies.

Informational Texts

Graduate - Level Competency:

Informational Texts

GS.1 Learners will demonstrate the ability to comprehend, analyze, and critique a variety of complex print and non-print informational texts – including texts for science, social studies, and technical subjects, and self-selected material.

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.1 Receptive (Listening and Reading/Viewing)*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

- Find and consume texts that appeal to them, and explain what that text may add to their understanding and lives.
- Practice close reading strategies to increase insight and accuracy, with teacher guidance.
- Annotate and highlight text with purpose and explain how annotations help reading comprehension and engagement.
- Increase the accuracy of their guesses about word meanings in context, with teacher guidance and instruction in word origins and structures.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Writing

Graduate - Level Competency:

Writing

GS.3 Learners will write in a variety of modes, including analytical, narrative, explanatory, and expressive, using complex reasoning, structure, and language

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.3 Productive (Speaking and Writing)*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

- Employ strategic diction, syntax, and figurative language to develop a specific voice and meaning.
- Increase skill and independence to use available tools and strategies to produce a syntactically correct, error-free document with standard English conventions.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Speaking and Listening

Graduate - Level Competencies:

Speaking

GS.4 Learners will demonstrate the ability to speak purposefully and effectively, strategically making complex decisions about content, language use, and discourse style.

Listening

GS.5 Learners will demonstrate the ability to listen critically and reflectively in a variety of settings and purpose.

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.4 Productive (Speaking and Writing)*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

- Increase skill and independence to use available tools and strategies to produce a syntactically correct, error-free document with standard English conventions.
- Choose a mode of communication for a specific purpose.
- Practice peer-to-peer constructive criticism, compliments, feedback, and responses.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.5 Receptive (Listening and Reading/Viewing*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

Participate in live conversations while monitoring equity of voice.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Technology

Graduate - Level Competency:

Technological

GS.7 Learners will demonstrate the ability to appropriately use the tools of technology to gather, interpret, collaborate, and analyze information and create shareable products.

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.7 Receptive (Listening and Reading/Viewing)* and Productive (Speaking and Writing)*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

- Make choices from a limited range about technology platforms and use the appropriate tools (e.g. an App, a program, etc.) to present material.
- Select technology from a curated list to demonstrate learning and present material.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Media Literacy

Graduate - Level Competency:

Media Literacy

GS.8 Learners will engage in independent critical thinking through accessing, analyzing, evaluating, and creating a complex variety of media.

Course/Grade Competency:

ELL.8 Receptive (Listening and Reading/Viewing)*

Content Objectives:

The learner will:

- Behave in a responsible manner while using various technologies and social media.
- Be fully aware, prepared, and responsible online citizens.
- Recognize modes of persuasion in various media.

Standards:

Aligned with WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards** and grade-level competencies, as appropriate.

Additional Resources:

Textbooks, student-issued learning materials, and/or instructional resources will be used as appropriate.

For additional site-based options, see the supplemental literature list in the appendix.

*These will be based on WIDA Language Development Standards and Proficiency Level Descriptions, which are currently being developed (https://wida.wisc.edu/teach/standards/eld).

**WIDA Standards are currently being revised and new standards may be available at a future date.

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