Text Purposes in Communication

Text Purposes in Communication

Grade 9 · ELA · 9 min· Recognize How Different Text Purposes (disciplinary, Personal, Technical) Affect How They Should Approach Reading. Students Need To: Identify A Text's Purpose Understand How Purpose Shapes Features/structure Adjust Reading Strategies Based On Purpose Use This Knowledge To Improve Comprehension

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Learning Objective

I can recognize different text purposes and use that understanding to improve my comprehension.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Know Your Purpose in Communicating

Practice Questions

6 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe a scenario where you are reading a personal letter. What is the purpose of this text, and how would you adjust your reading strategy to enhance your understanding of the message? Imagine you are reading a technical report about a new piece of machinery. What is the purpose of this text, and what specific features would you focus on to ensure you comprehend the information effectively?

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