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Planning the unit
continued
Unpacked Embedded Assessments
Embedded Assessment 1:
Researching and Debating a Controversy
Embedded Assessment 2: Writing an Argumentative Letter
Skills and Knowledge:
• Provide evidence of research (gathering evidence, forming questions, refocusing inquiry, and evaluating sources).
• Avoid plagiarism through proper citation.
• Sequence reasons and evidence to support claim
during debate.
• Integrate visual or multimedia displays to enhance and clarify information.
• Transition between talking points and respond to others’ ideas by contributing new support or elaborating.
• Use effective eye contact, volume, pacing, and clarity.
• Maintain a consistent and appropriate style and tone.
• Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English.
Skills and Knowledge:
• Write a multiparagraph letter that addresses the prompt.
• Provide a clear claim supported with compelling reasons, evidence, and commentary.
• Include relevant facts, details, quotes and/or paraphrases and rhetorical appeals (pathos, logos).
• Organize a letter with an engaging introduction and thoughtful conclusion.
• Use a variety of transitions within and between paragraphs to create coherence.
• Use persuasive and connotative diction while maintaining appropriate style and tone.
• Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English.
• Work through all stages of the writing process.
159b SpringBoard® English Language Arts Grade 6
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