SENECA VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

CURRICULUM
Course Title:
Course Number:
Grade Level(s):
Periods Per Week:
Length of Period:
Length of Course:
Credits:
Faculty Author(s):
Date:

Theatre 4
6404
11 12
5
42 Minutes
One Semester
0.5
Amanda Armor
May 31, 2013

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This intensive course is designed for students interested in pursuing acting roles through auditions on a college,
conservatory or community level; improving skills in voice and movement, advancing knowledge of classical
performance, and practicing audition pieces will all lead up to a student-centric play during the second 9 weeks of the
course.
Students will select, research, and perform classical and more advanced scenes and monologues in preparation for
professional auditions. Class will culminate in a student-centered production with all aspects of the show reflecting the
knowledge gained through this course.
Prerequisite: Theatre III or by faculty approval and audition (Please see Miss Armor or Mr. A. Magill)
The state has developed anchors (points of focus) in (Course Name). The anchors specify eligible content for the
content areas. The anchors include standards 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3
The Objectives that address anchors have been bolded.
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The following outline provides a general overview of the course content, not a chronological timetable. The weeks denoted for each area
provide an idea for the overall time spent working with a given topic throughout the semester.

COURSE OUTLINE
I.

Introduction to Class
A. Questionnaire on Student
Acting Experience with
Discussion in Large
Group
B. Warm-Ups
1. Vocal Exercises
2. Physical Movement
3. Improv Games
(unity)
C. Select Roles for
Production
1. Director
2. Stage Manager
3. Dramaturg
4. Set Design
5. Props Design
6. Costume Design
7. Makeup Design
8. Tech (sound and
light) design
D. Select Show for
Performance (Final)

*can be combined or divided as

needed*

OBJECTIVES (PA standard)

National Theatre Standards:
NA-T.9-12.2 ACTING BY DEVELOPING, COMMUNICATING
AND SUSTAINING CHARACTERS IN IMPROVISATIONS AND
FORMAL OR INFORMAL PRODUCTIONS

Core Standards:
SPEAKING AND LISTENING
CC.1.5.11-12.A - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions on grades level topics, texts, and
issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.
CC.1.5.11-12.B - Evaluate how the speakers perspective,
reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric affect the
credibility of an argument through the authors stance,
premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis,
and tone.
CC.1.5.11-12.C - Integrate multiple sources of information
presented in diverse formats and media (e.g. visually,
quantitative, orally) in order to make informed decisions and
solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each
source and noting any discrepancies among the data.
CC.1.5.11-12.D - Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective;
organization, development, substance, and style are
appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
CC.1.5.11-12.E - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and
tasks.
CC.1.5.11-12.G - Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English when speaking based on grade 11- 12 level
and content.

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PROPOSED
TIME /
ACTUAL
TIME
3 Days

RESOURCES
Acting
Through
Improv
by Lynda Belt
and Rebecca
Stockeley A
New Revised
Edition
Theatre
Games for
Young
Performers
by Maria C.
Novelly

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II. Advanced Theatre History

A. Review of Major Theatre
Styles
1. Greek
2. Commedia dellarte
3. Renaissance
(Shakespeare)
4. Restoration
5. NeoClassical
6. Noh/Kabuki (Japan)
7. Method/Stanislavski
B. Aesthetic Movements
1. Naturalism
2. Realism
3. Dadaism
4. Expressionism
5. Surrealism (Theatre
of Cruelty)
6. Theatre of the Absurd
7. Postmodernism

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

National Theatre Standards:

PROPOSED
TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME
1 2 Weeks

NA-T.9-12.6 COMPARING AND INTEGRATING ART FORMS

BY ANALYZING TRADITIONAL THEATRE, DANCE, MUSIC,
VISUAL ARTS AND NEW ART FORMS
NA-T.9-12.8 UNDERSTANDING CONTEXT BY ANALYING
THE ROLE OF THEATRE, FILE, TELEVISION, AND
ELECTRONIC MEDIA IN THE PAST AND THE PRESENT

Core Standards:
INFORMATIONAL TEXT:
CC.1.2.11-12.A - Determine and analyze the relationship
between two or more central ideas of a text, including the
development and interaction of the central ideas; provide an
objective summary of the text.
CC.1.2.11-12.B - Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to
support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as
inferences and conclusions based on and related to an authors
implicit and explicit assumptions and beliefs.
CC.1.2.11-12.G - Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of
information presented in different media or formats (e.g.
visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a
question or solve a problem.
CC.1.2.11-2.J - Acquire and use accurately general academic
and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary
knowledge when considering a word or phrase important
to comprehension or expression.
CC.1.2.11-12.K- Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.2.11-12.L - Read and comprehend literary non-fiction and
informational text on grade level, reading independently and
proficiently.

C. Famous Figures
1. Duke of SaxeMeiningan
2. William Shakespeare
3. Method Acting Gurus:
a. Konstantin
Stanislavski
b. Lee Strasburg
WRITING:
CC.1.4.11-12.B - Write with a sharp distinct focus
c. Sanford Meisner
identifying topic, task, and audience.
d. Stella Adler
CC.1.4.11-12.C - Develop and analyze the topic thoroughly by
e. Michael Chekov
selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended
f. Uta Hagen
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information

and examples appropriate to the audiences knowledge of the

topic; include graphics and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.

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RESOURCES

Introduction to
Theatre
Textbook
TheatreHistory
: An Online
Source

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

CC.1.4.11-12.F - Demonstrate a grade appropriate command of

the conventions of standard English grammar, usage,
capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
CC.1.4.11-12.S - Draw evidence from literary or informational
texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, applying
grade level reading standards for literature and literary nonfiction.
CC.1.4.1112.U - Use technology, including the Internet, to
produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing
products in response to ongoing feedback, including new
arguments and information.
CC.1.4.1112.V - Conduct short as well as more sustained
research projects to
answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve
a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
understanding of the subject under investigation.
CC.1.4.1112.W - Gather relevant information from multiple
authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source
in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate
information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of
ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source
and following a standard format for citation.

SPEAKING AND LISTENING:

CC.1.5.11-12.A - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions on grades level topics, texts, and
issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.
CC.1.5.11-12.B - Evaluate how the speakers perspective,
reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric affect the
credibility of an argument through the authors stance,
premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis,
and tone.
CC.1.5.11-12.C - Integrate multiple sources of information
presented in diverse formats and media (e.g. visually,
quantitative, orally) in order to make informed decisions and
solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each
source and noting any discrepancies among the data.
CC.1.5.11-12.D - Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective;
organization, development, substance, and style are
appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
CC.1.5.11-12.E - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and
tasks.
CC.1.5.11-12.G - Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English when speaking based on grade 11- 12 level

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TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

and content.

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ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

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III. Dramaturgy
A. The role
B. The process
1. Review steps in
research process
2. Students act as
dramaturg for a ten
minute play
a. Production
Meetings/ for
Class Show
(Final) with
Production Crew

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

National Theatre Standards:

NA-T.9-12.3 DESIGNING AND PRODUCING BY
CONCEPTUALIZING AND REALIZING ARTISTIC
INTERPRETATIONS FOR FORMAL AND INFORMAL
PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.4 DIRECTING BY INTERPRETING DRAMATIC
TEXTS AND ORGANIZING AND CONDUCTING
REHEARSALS FOR INFORMAL OR FORMAL PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.5 RESEARCHING BY FINDING INFORMATION TO
SUPPORT CLASSROOM DRAMATIZATIONS
NA-T.9-12.6 COMPARING AND INTEGRATING ART FORMS
BY ANALYZING TRADITIONAL THEATRE, DANCE, MUSIC,
VISUAL ARTS AND NEW ART FORMS
NA-T.9-12.7 ANALYZING, CRITIQUING, AND
CONSTRUCTING MEANINGS FROM INFORMAL AND
FORMAL THEATRE, FILM, TELEVISION, AND ELECTRONIC
MEDIA PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.8 UNDERSTANDING CONTEXT BY ANALYING
THE ROLE OF THEATRE, FILE, TELEVISION, AND
ELECTRONIC MEDIA IN THE PAST AND THE PRESENT

Core Standards:
INFORMATIONAL TEXT:
CC.1.2.11-12.A - Determine and analyze the relationship
between two or more central ideas of a text, including the
development and interaction of the central ideas; provide an
objective summary of the text.
CC.1.2.11-12.B - Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to
support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as
inferences and conclusions based on and related to an authors
implicit and explicit assumptions and beliefs.
CC.1.2.11-12.G - Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of
information presented in different media or formats (e.g.
visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a
question or solve a problem.
CC.1.2.11-2.J - Acquire and use accurately general academic
and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary
knowledge when considering a word or phrase important
to comprehension or expression.
CC.1.2.11-12.K- Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level

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PROPOSED
TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

1 Week

EDramaturgy.com
Library Sources
Introduction to
Theatre Textbook
Dramaturgy in
American Theatre:
A Sourcebook

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of

strategies and tools.
CC.1.2.11-12.L - Read and comprehend literary non-fiction and
informational text on grade level, reading independently and
proficiently.

READING LIT:

CC.1.3.11-12.A- Determine and analyze the relationship

between two or more themes or central ideas of a text,
including the development and interaction of the themes;
provide an objective summary of the text.
CC.1.3.11-12.B- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to
support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as
inferences and conclusions based on and related to an authors
implicit and explicit assumptions and beliefs.
CC.1.3.11-12.C - Analyze the impact of the authors choices
regarding how to develop and relate elements of a story or
drama.
CC.1.3.11-12.G - Analyze multiple interpretations of a story,
drama, or poem (e.g., recorded or live production of a play or
recorded novel or poetry), evaluating how each version
interprets the source text. (Include at least one play by
Shakespeare and one play by an American dramatist.)
CC.1.3.1112.I Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiplemeaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.J - Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.K- Read and comprehend literary fiction on grade
level, reading independently and proficiently.

WRITING:

CC.1.4.11-12.B - Write with a sharp distinct focus

identifying topic, task, and audience.
CC.1.4.11-12.C - Develop and analyze the topic thoroughly by
selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information
and examples appropriate to the audiences knowledge of the
topic; include graphics and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
CC.1.4.11-12.F - Demonstrate a grade appropriate command of
the conventions of standard English grammar, usage,
capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
CC.1.4.11-12.S - Draw evidence from literary or informational
texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, applying
grade level reading standards for literature and literary non-

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TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

LESSONREFLECTION

COURSEOUTLINE

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

fiction.
CC.1.4.1112.U - Use technology, including the Internet, to
produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing
products in response to ongoing feedback, including new
arguments and information.
CC.1.4.1112.V - Conduct short as well as more sustained
research projects to
answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve
a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
understanding of the subject under investigation.
CC.1.4.1112.W - Gather relevant information from multiple
authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source
in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate
information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of
ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source
and following a standard format for citation.

SPEAKING AND LISTENING:

CC.1.5.11-12.A - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions on grades level topics, texts, and
issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.
CC.1.5.11-12.B - Evaluate how the speakers perspective,
reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric affect the
credibility of an argument through the authors stance,
premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis,
and tone.
CC.1.5.11-12.C - Integrate multiple sources of information
presented in diverse formats and media (e.g. visually,
quantitative, orally) in order to make informed decisions and
solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each
source and noting any discrepancies among the data.
CC.1.5.11-12.D - Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective;
organization, development, substance, and style are
appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
CC.1.5.11-12.E - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and
tasks.
CC.1.5.11-12.G - Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English when speaking based on grade 11- 12 level
and content.

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TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

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IV. Advanced Voice and

Movement
A. Verse/Classical Work
1. Scansion
2. Breaths
3. Vocal Anatomy
4. Shakespeare Versework
B. Dialect
1. IPA (International
Phonetic Alphabet)
2. Accent Monologues
C. Mock Auditions
1. Classical Style (2)
2. Modern Style
(2 from Theatre 3)
3. Edit Resume +
Headshot
4. Participate in Mock
Conservatory
Audition and
Interview.
5. Audition for Class
Play

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

National Theatre Standards:

PROPOSED
TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME
2 3 Weeks

NA-T.9-12.2 ACTING BY DEVELOPING, COMMUNICATING

AND SUSTAINING CHARACTERS IN IMPROVISATIONS AND
FORMAL OR INFORMAL PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.8 UNDERSTANDING CONTEXT BY ANALYING
THE ROLE OF THEATRE, FILE, TELEVISION, AND
ELECTRONIC MEDIA IN THE PAST AND THE PRESENT
NA-T.9-12.2 ACTING BY DEVELOPING, COMMUNICATING
AND SUSTAINING CHARACTERS IN IMPROVISATIONS AND
FORMAL OR INFORMAL PRODUCTIONS

Core Standards:
INFORMATIONAL TEXT:
CC.1.2.11-12.G - Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of
information presented in different media or formats (e.g.
visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a
question or solve a problem.
CC.1.2.11-2.J - Acquire and use accurately general academic
and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary
knowledge when considering a word or phrase important
to comprehension or expression.
CC.1.2.11-12.K- Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.2.11-12.L - Read and comprehend literary non-fiction and
informational text on grade level, reading independently and
proficiently.

READING LIT:
CC.1.3.11-12.A- Determine and analyze the relationship
between two or more themes or central ideas of a text,
including the development and interaction of the themes;
provide an objective summary of the text.
CC.1.3.11-12.B- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to
support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as
inferences and conclusions based on and related to an authors
implicit and explicit assumptions and beliefs.
CC.1.3.1112.I Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiplemeaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.J - Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown

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RESOURCES

Videotape
Stage
Combat
Houston
Shakespearean
Theater
Company
Adapted
Internet
Resources for
International
Phonetic
Alphabet
Monologues
for Men and
Women Book
Series (Pink
and blue
backed)

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level

reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.K- Read and comprehend literary fiction on grade
level, reading independently and proficiently.

WRITING:
CC.1.4.11-12.B - Write with a sharp distinct focus
identifying topic, task, and audience.
CC.1.4.11-12.C - Develop and analyze the topic thoroughly by
selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information
and examples appropriate to the audiences knowledge of the
topic; include graphics and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
CC.1.4.11-12.F - Demonstrate a grade appropriate command of
the conventions of standard English grammar, usage,
capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

SPEAKING AND LISTENING:

CC.1.5.11-12.A - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions on grades level topics, texts, and
issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.
CC.1.5.11-12.B - Evaluate how the speakers perspective,
reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric affect the
credibility of an argument through the authors stance,
premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis,
and tone.
CC.1.5.11-12.C - Integrate multiple sources of information
presented in diverse formats and media (e.g. visually,
quantitative, orally) in order to make informed decisions and
solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each
source and noting any discrepancies among the data.
CC.1.5.11-12.D - Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective;
organization, development, substance, and style are
appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
CC.1.5.11-12.E - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and
tasks.
CC.1.5.11-12.G - Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English when speaking based on grade 11- 12 level
and content.

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TIME/
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TIME

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

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V. Student Produced Staged

Production
A. Read-Through
B. Blocking
C. Run-Throughs
D. Tech Run
E. Costume Parade
F. Costume Run

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

National Theatre Standards:

PROPOSED
TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME
9 Weeks

NA-T.9-12.2 ACTING BY DEVELOPING, COMMUNICATING

AND SUSTAINING CHARACTERS IN IMPROVISATIONS AND
FORMAL OR INFORMAL PRODUCTIONS.
NA-T.9-12.3 DESIGNING AND PRODUCING BY
CONCEPTUALIZING AND REALIZING ARTISTIC
INTERPRETATIONS FOR FORMAL AND INFORMAL
PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.4 DIRECTING BY INTERPRETING DRAMATIC
TEXTS AND ORGANIZING AND CONDUCTING
REHEARSALS FOR INFORMAL OR FORMAL PRODUCTIONS
NA-T.9-12.5 RESEARCHING BY FINDING INFORMATION TO
SUPPORT CLASSROOM DRAMATIZATIONS

Core Standards:
INFORMATIONAL TEXT:
CC.1.2.11-12.G - Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of
information presented in different media or formats (e.g.
visually, quantitatively) as well as in words in order to address a
question or solve a problem.
CC.1.2.11-2.J - Acquire and use accurately general academic
and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading,
writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering
vocabulary
knowledge when considering a word or phrase important
to comprehension or expression.
CC.1.2.11-12.K- Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.2.11-12.L - Read and comprehend literary non-fiction and
informational text on grade level, reading independently and
proficiently.

READING LIT:
CC.1.3.11-12.A- Determine and analyze the relationship
between two or more themes or central ideas of a text,
including the development and interaction of the themes;
provide an objective summary of the text.
CC.1.3.11-12.B- Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to
support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as
inferences and conclusions based on and related to an authors
implicit and explicit assumptions and beliefs.
CC.1.3.11-12.C - Analyze the impact of the authors choices
regarding how to develop and relate elements of a story or

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RESOURCES

Scripts To Be
Determined by
class at start of
term

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COURSEOUTLINE

OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

drama.
CC.1.3.11-12.G - Analyze multiple interpretations of a story,
drama, or poem (e.g., recorded or live production of a play or
recorded novel or poetry), evaluating how each version
interprets the source text. (Include at least one play by
Shakespeare and one play by an American dramatist.)
CC.1.3.1112.I Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiplemeaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.J - Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown
and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level
reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of
strategies and tools.
CC.1.3.11-12.K- Read and comprehend literary fiction on grade
level, reading independently and proficiently.

WRITING:
CC.1.4.11-12.B - Write with a sharp distinct focus
identifying topic, task, and audience.
CC.1.4.11-12.C - Develop and analyze the topic thoroughly by
selecting the most significant and relevant facts, extended
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information
and examples appropriate to the audiences knowledge of the
topic; include graphics and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
CC.1.4.11-12.F - Demonstrate a grade appropriate command of
the conventions of standard English grammar, usage,
capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.
CC.1.4.11-12.S - Draw evidence from literary or informational
texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, applying
grade level reading standards for literature and literary nonfiction.
CC.1.4.1112.U - Use technology, including the Internet, to
produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing
products in response to ongoing feedback, including new
arguments and information.
CC.1.4.1112.V - Conduct short as well as more sustained
research projects to
answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve
a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating
understanding of the subject under investigation.
CC.1.4.1112.W - Gather relevant information from multiple
authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches
effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source
in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate
information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of

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TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

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OBJECTIVES(PAstandard)

ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source

and following a standard format for citation.

SPEAKING AND LISTENING:

CC.1.5.11-12.A - Initiate and participate effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions on grades level topics, texts, and
issues, building on others ideas and expressing their own
clearly and persuasively.
CC.1.5.11-12.B - Evaluate how the speakers perspective,
reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric affect the
credibility of an argument through the authors stance,
premises, links among ideas, word choice, points of emphasis,
and tone.
CC.1.5.11-12.C - Integrate multiple sources of information
presented in diverse formats and media (e.g. visually,
quantitative, orally) in order to make informed decisions and
solve problems, evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each
source and noting any discrepancies among the data.
CC.1.5.11-12.D - Present information, findings, and supporting
evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective;
organization, development, substance, and style are
appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
CC.1.5.11-12.E - Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and
tasks.
CC.1.5.11-12.G - Demonstrate command of the conventions of
standard English when speaking based on grade 11- 12 level
and content.

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TIME/
ACTUAL
TIME

RESOURCES

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