ENG1.ELAR.7.D

Analyze characteristics and structural elements of informational texts such as:: (i) Clear thesis, relevant supporting evidence, pertinent examples, and conclusion. (ii) Multiple organizational patterns within a text to develop the thesis.

English I · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017

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Vocabulary
characteristicsstructural elementsinformational textsclear thesisrelevant supporting evidencepertinent examplesconclusionorganizational patternstextthesis
Skills
  • analyze (characteristics and structural elements of informational texts) #dok3
  • identify (clear thesis, supporting evidence, examples, and conclusions in informational texts) #dok2
  • compare (multiple organizational patterns within a text) #dok3
  • evaluate (how organizational patterns develop the thesis) #dok3
  • distinguish (informational texts with varied structures and characteristics) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify a clear thesis, supporting evidence, pertinent examples, and a conclusion in an informational text. #dok2
  • I can distinguish between different organizational patterns within a text. #dok2
  • I can analyze the characteristics and structural elements of informational texts. #dok3
  • I can compare how multiple organizational patterns within a text help develop the thesis. #dok3
  • I can evaluate how the structural elements support the purpose of the informational text. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Informational texts are constructed using specific characteristics and organizational patterns that serve the development of the thesis.
  • Understanding and analyzing the structural elements of informational texts strengthens comprehension and critical evaluation skills.
Essential Questions
  • What are the essential characteristics and structural elements of informational texts?
  • How do organizational patterns within a text help develop and support the thesis?
  • In what ways do supporting evidence and examples strengthen an informational text?
  • How can identifying structural elements of a text improve your understanding and evaluation of its purpose?
  • How does the organization of an informational text influence its effectiveness?