Listening and Speaking Applications 139 Technology Applications 141 Research Applications 144 STAAR-Formatted Assessment 147

Unit Four: Power of Choice 177

Paired Passages 177 Big Ideas and Key Questions 188 Skills-Based Vocabulary 190 Suggested Literary Extensions 191 Listening and Speaking Applications 194 Technology Applications 196 Research Applications 201 STAAR-Formatted Assessment 203

Appendices

Appendix A: Instructional Strategies and Tips 233

Differentiating for Diverse Learners 233 Adapting for Gifted Learners 237 Study-Skills Correlations 241 Activity and Project Extensions 244 Tips on How to Pair Passages 249

Appendix B: Options for the Classroom 251

Alternative Discussion Formats 251 Grouping Strategies 255 Integrating Technology in the Language Arts Classroom 266

Appendix C: References 269

References 269 Image Credits 272

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