Content Standard: F. Standard English Conventions
Students will write and speak correctly, using conventions of standard written and spoken English.
Classroom Assessment(s)

Performance Indicators Students will be able to:	Essential Elements			Suggested Performance Activities	Suggested Classroom Assessments	Vocabulary
1. Edit written work for standard English spelling and usage, evidenced by pieces that show and contain: -few significant errors in the use of pronouns and adjectives. -attention to the proper use of adverbial forms and conjunctions. -few significant errors in spelling of frequently used words. -no significant errors in the capitalization of words that begin sentences and few significant errors in the capitalization of proper nouns and titles. -no significant errors in the use of ending punctuation marks and an understanding of how to use commas.	Sitton Core Words 251-400			Students will practice editing pieces of writing for conventions.	Selected pieces of students' writing will be scored for conventions on 6-Trait Rubric and Sitton Priority Words.	.
2. Use the level of language formality required in a variety of speaking situations.	.			Students will practice speaking in a variety of situations and discuss the formality required.	Teacher observation.	.