English+II+Essential+Learnings

= Essential Learnings and Indicators of Success = This includes English II Basic, English II Regular, and English II Honors

EL 1: Students will write for a variety of purposes.

 * 1) Expand the quality of the various types of writing from English I through greater sophistication of thought and articulation
 * 2) Apply deeper levels of analysis recognizing a wider world view for various purposes and disciplines
 * 3) Self critique and evaluate own writing for effectiveness
 * 4) Develop and understand term paper processes, researching for a variety of sources, utilizing MLA format, understanding plagerism, organizing and producing a quality final product

EL 2: Students will read and understand a variety of materials.

 * 1) Understand author's purpose, tone, and voice
 * 2) Effectively interpret and understand a variety of genres including fiction, non-fiction, short stories, novels, plays, poetry, etc.
 * 3) Recognize all writing as a reflection of the human condition
 * 4) Decode various texts in all disciplines