Basic Writing 2
Learning Plan
LEARNING PLAN 1
Complete Sentences

Overview

Information
Title Complete Sentences
Developer(s) Charles Brown
Date 3/13/2003

Prerequisites
1. Grade of P (pass) in Basic Writing 1
2. Language Grade Equivalent (GE) 6.0-8.9 on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Level D or comparable instrument
3. Score of 14-30 on the COMPASS or 29-33 on the ASSET
4. Recognize and write complete sentences
5. Demonstrate paragraph structure that meets the criteria on the rubric
6. Consent of the instructor

Competency
A. Compose complete sentences.





Linked Core Abilities
A. Communication
B. Critical thinking

Performance Standards
Criteria---Performance will be satisfactory when:
A.1. you compose a variety of sentence structures with correct punctuation: simple, compound, and complex
A.2. you compose a general paragraph at an acceptable level per the rubric
A.3. Sentence structure is acceptable
A.4. Grammar is correct
A.5. Capitalization is correct
A.6. Punctuation is correct
A.7. Spelling is correct


Conditions---Competence will be demonstrated:
A.1. in the composition of complete sentences
A.2. in the classroom/lab
A.3. with the rubric
A.4. in self-evaluation of written work
A.5. with technology
A.6. in work and life situations
A.7. with or without a wordprocessor

Learning Objectives
This learning plan addresses the following learning objectives to help you master the competency:
a. Identify fragments, run-on sentences and complete sentences.
b. Identify sentence patterns.
c. Construct simple, compound, and complex sentences.
d. Use coordinating and subordinating conjunctions and transitional words and phrases.
e. Use adjectives and adverbs in sentences.
f. Correct parallel construction errors.
g. Correct dangling participles and misplaced modifiers.
h. Apply the writing process to documents (prewriting, writing, proofreading, revising, submitting).

Learning Activities
_____1.
Keep a journal.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Motivation

_____2.
**Complete exercises, Chapter 13: Sentence Structure, pp. 163-172, in Foundations Writing
Properties
Learning Cycle: Comprehension

_____3.
Select sentences from media sources. Identify modifiers and connecting words.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Practice

_____4.
Using signs that are posted at a work place, write their meanings into complete sentences.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Application

_____5.
Complete assigned "Grammar and Usage" lessons from Skills Bank 2.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Application

_____6.
Complete proofreading exercises using student-generated writing.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Application

_____7.
Construct sentences using word puzzle pieces or words chosen and cut out of newspapers or magazines.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Application

Assessment Activities
_____1.
Complete the Sentence Structure Posttest of SkillsBank's Writing Series with at least 70% accuracy.


_____2.
Complete the Quiz on lessons 1-3 and the Quiz on lessons 4-7 of Clear Writing and Paragraphs in Skillbank Writing Series with at least 70% accuracy.


_____3.
Evaluate all written work using the rubric.


_____4.
Participate in peer evaluation.


_____5.
Write short documents at an acceptable level per the rubric.


_____6.
Take an appropriate form of the TABE, and report level of performance.


_____7.
Take teacher-generated quizzes, tests, and/or exams.


Learning Materials
. . Applied Communication Skills-Writing Sentences . ( ). . . . . . . .
. . Horizons-Writing . ( ). . . . . . . .
. . Mosaic One . ( ). . . . . . . .
. . The Writ Stuff-Shaping Sentences . ( ). . . . . . . .
. . Foundations-Writing . ( ). . . . . . . .
Basic Writing 2
Learning Plan
LEARNING PLAN 2
Grammar

Overview
To assist students in understanding and using grammar according to accepted standards.

Information
Title Grammar
Developer(s) Charles Brown
Date 3/13/2003

Prerequisites
1. Grade of P (pass) in Basic Writing 1
2. Language Grade Equivalent (GE) 6.0-8.9 on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Level D or comparable instrument
3. Score of 14-30 on the COMPASS or 29-33 on the ASSET
4. Recognize and write complete sentences
5. Demonstrate paragraph structure that meets the criteria on the rubric
6. Consent of the instructor

Competency
B. Use correct grammar.





Linked Core Abilities
A. Communication
B. Critical thinking

Performance Standards
Criteria---Performance will be satisfactory when:
B.1. you use correct grammar in the production of short documents per the rubric
B.2. you score a minimum of 70% or at an acceptable level on assessments/practice exercises


Conditions---Competence will be demonstrated:
B.1. in the use of correct grammar
B.2. in journals
B.3. with a partner
B.4. with technology
B.5. in life and work situations

Learning Objectives
This learning plan addresses the following learning objectives to help you master the competency:
a. Use parts of speech correctly.
b. Use subject/verb agreement.
c. Recognize pronoun-antecedent relationship.
d. Use and correct irregular verb errors.
e. Use possessive nouns and pronouns.
f. Use prepositional phrases.
g. Use adjective and adverb words and phrases.
h. Use abstract, concrete and collective nouns effectively.
i. Produce documents at an acceptable level.

Learning Activities
_____1.
Keep a journal.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Motivation

_____2.
**Complete assigned exercises, Chapters 8-12, pp. 111-162, in Foundations Writing.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Comprehension

_____3.
Add phrases and clauses to basic sentences.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Practice

_____4.
Go to www.wisc-online.com, click on the ABE/ESL link, click on the English link, and complete Learning Objects on "Modifiers and Nouns," "Personal Pronouns," "Possessive Practice," "Possessive Practice: Self-Check,"Special Nouns," and "Special Nouns Practice."
Properties
Learning Cycle: Practice

_____5.
Complete assigned "Grammar & Usage" lessons in Skills Bank 2.
Properties
Learning Cycle: Application

Assessment Activities
_____1.
Complete the Grammar and Usage Posttest in SkillsBank's Language Series with at least 70% accuracy.


_____2.
Complete the Language Usage Posttest in SkillsBank's Writing Series with at least 70% accuracy.


_____3.
Produce short documents at an acceptable level per the rubric.


_____4.
Take appropriate form of the TABE, and report level of performance.


_____5.
Take teacher-generated quizzes, tests, and/or exams.


Learning Materials
. . Applied Communication Skills-Grammar . ( ). . . . . . . .
Basic Writing 2
Learning Plan
LEARNING PLAN 3
Mechanics

Overview

Information
Title Mechanics
Developer(s) Charles H. Brown
Date 3/13/2003

Prerequisites
1. Grade of P (pass) in Basic Writing 1
2. Language Grade Equivalent (GE) 6.0-8.9 on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), Level D or comparable instrument
3. Score of 14-30 on the COMPASS or 29-33 on the ASSET
4. Recognize and write complete sentences
5. Demonstrate paragraph structure that meets the criteria on the rubric
6. Consent of the instructor

Competency
C. Apply rules of mechanics.





Linked Core Abilities
A. Communication
B. Critical thinking

Performance Standards
Criteria---Perform