La. Admin. Code tit. 28 § XI-9353

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section XI-9353 - Writing

A. Introduce claim(s) for an argument that reflects knowledge of the topic.

B. Identify claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims(s) in writing.

C. Create an organizational structure which develops relationships among claim(s), reasons, and evidence (e.g., introduce claims, distinguish supporting and opposing claims and relevant evidence for each, provide conclusion).

D. Identify specific evidence for claim(s) and counterclaim(s).

E. Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationship among claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

F. Maintain a consistent style and voice.

G. Provide a concluding statement or section that supports the argument presented by stating the significance of the claim.

H. Produce an informative/explanatory permanent product which has an introduction that clearly previews information to follow about a topic.

I. Create an organizational structure (e.g., cause/effect, compare/contrast, descriptions and examples) that groups information logically to support the stated topic.

J. Develop the topic (i.e., add additional information related to the topic) with relevant facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate for the audience.

K. Use transitional words, phrases, and clauses that connect ideas and create cohesion.

L. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic.

M. Maintain a consistent style and voice.

N. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

O. Produce a narrative permanent product which engages and orients the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation and establishes one or multiple point(s) of view.

P. Sequence events so that they build on one another to create a smooth progression of experiences or events.

Q. Include plot and pacing techniques (e.g., flashback, foreshadowing, suspense) as appropriate.

R. Include dialogue that advances the plot or theme (e.g., reveals character motivations, feelings, thoughts, how a character has changed perspectives).

S. Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters.

T. Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.

U. Produce a clear, coherent permanent product that is appropriate to the specific task (e.g., topic or text), purpose (e.g., to persuade or inform), or audience (e.g., reader).

V. Develop a plan for permanent products (e.g., brainstorm topics, select a topic, gather information, create a draft) focused on a specific purpose and audience.

W. Strengthen writing by revising and editing (e.g., review a permanent product, strengthen informative/explanatory permanent products by adding examples, use parallel structure correctly).

X. Use technology to produce and publish permanent products (e.g., use the Internet to gather information; use word processing to generate and collaborate on permanent products).

Y. Follow steps to complete a short or sustained research project to build knowledge on a topic or text, answer a question and/or solve a problem (e.g., determine topic, locate information on a topic, organize information related to the topic, draft a permanent product).

Z. Gather relevant information (e.g., highlight in text, quote or paraphrase from text or discussion) from authoritative print and/or digital sources relevant to a topic or stated claim.

AA. Integrate information presented by others into permanent products while avoiding plagiarism.

BB. Use a standard format to write citations.

CC. Provide a bibliography for sources that contributed to the creation of a permanent product.

DD. Provide evidence from grade-appropriate literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

La. Admin. Code tit. 28, § XI-9353

Promulgated by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, LR 43911 (5/1/2017).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 17:24.4.