Task 1: Understanding ELA Instruction

ELA instruction has four components: Reading, Writing, Speaking & Listening, and Language. Each component works on its “own” but together at the same time. You cannot leave one behind in order to build on each component. All components eventually get you college ready.

Reading: In order for students to understand what they are reading they have to understand the text of what is being asked for them to read. They have to make fuller use of the text and connect it to real life. Eventually their reading will lead to college readiness.

Writing: When writing there are many goals to reach. For student this can be tricky but as standard 9 stresses, “ It is important that the writing-reading connection requires students to draw upon and write about evidence from literary and informational texts. Meaning students should be able to understand what is being read and write it out. Other important writing aspects include argument, informative, and narrative. It takes skills and research to do this at times where technology will come into place.

Speaking & Listening: Required students to develop a range of oral communication and interpersonal skills. This will encourage and help students working together and leading them to express their ideas in various ways. Many of these communication outlets are used through technology, oral conversation and media.

Language: Students need to learn the “rules” of language on how its spoken and written. This focuses on understanding words, phrases and the relationship that brings it all together.