Original PromptCreate a progressive packet that helps my 10th graders work on these standards: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.9-10.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.9-10.2.a
Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.9-10.2.b
Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.9-10.2.c
Spell correctly.
This learning resource focuses on the use of semicolons, colons, and spelling in academic writing. It covers the function of semicolons in linking related independent clauses, as well as the proper use of colons to introduce lists or quotations. The resource includes examples, practice exercises, and opportunities for self-assessment to ensure mastery of these concepts. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of spelling in conveying clear and precise academic arguments, offering lists of commonly misspelled words and exercises for contextual application.