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Research Unit

“Voices We Need to Hear”

Standard / Assessed On / Score / Proficiency
RI & RL.10.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis & inferences / Research Paper
RL.10.2 Determine a theme or central idea / Research Paper
W.10.2a Introduce a topic, organize complex ideas, concepts, and information / Research Paper
W.10.2b Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts / Research Paper
W.10.2c Use appropriate and varied transitions to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts / Research Paper
W.10.2e Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline / Research Paper
W.10.2f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented / Research Paper
W.10.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources; integrate effectively; avoid plagiarism; use MLA format / Research Paper
L.10.1a Use parallel structure when writing / Research Paper
L.10.2aUse a semicolon (and a perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses / Research Paper
L.10.2b Use a colon to introduce a quote or quotation / Research Paper
SL.10.4Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task / Presentation/Commercial

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Research Unit Playlist

This playlist is designed to help you write your research paper. Although there are some strict deadlines, it allows you to move at your own pace and focus on what you need to do specifically to strengthen your writing. Follow the directions for each activity and let’s start this journey together!

Activity / Directions / Notes / Date Completed
Author selection /
  • Choose (and get approved) a non-canonical poet or short story author to research
  • Find at least three sources for this information

Reading Research /
  • Annotate research to determine key details about author’s life, works, and contributions
  • Read:
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Literary Analysis /
  • Read & and annotatea poem or short story
  • Analyze it using DIDLS or TP-CASTT
  • Write an analytical paragraph of the work (will be included in your research paper)

Research Paper: Thesis Statement /
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  • Organize your paper using a tree map

Research Paper: Body Paragraphs / Read & annotate p. 8 in Writing Packet
Research Paper: Intro & Conclusion / Read & annotate p. 5-7 & p. 9 in Writing Packet
Research Paper: Rough Draft /
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/ DUE 9/30
Research Paper: MLA Format / Watch:
Submission / Create an account on turnitin.com
(Class ID#: 13214953)
Advertisement / Using a relevant platform of your choice (something attractive to modern teenagers) make an advertisement for your author. Show the world why your author deserves to be read! / PRESENTATIONS10/5 - 10/7