Rule 10.55.1101 - ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS AND LITERACY PROGRAM DELIVERY STANDARDS(1) In general, a basic program in English language arts and literacy shall: (a) meet the following conditions: (i) promote reading, writing, speaking, and listening for creative and purposeful expression in language;(ii) engage with high-quality literary and informational text that builds knowledge, expands experiences, and broadens views; and(iii) emphasize reasoning and use of evidence that is essential for deliberation;(iv) make available a variety of print and non-print materials encompassing fiction and non-fiction, classic and contemporary works, and diverse perspectives including Montana American Indian works; and(v) promote critical reading that is necessary to navigate the vast amount of information available both in print and digitally; and(b) include the following practices: (i) integrate reading, literature, writing, speaking, listening, and media literacy with a balanced approach supported by current research and/or based on best practices in the field of English language arts and literacy;(ii) emphasize multiple strategies and artistic forms to teach the conventions, demands, and responsibilities of language;(iii) emphasize writing as a process;(iv) provide opportunities for informal and formal speaking and listening;(v) offer experiences in viewing, creating, and critically evaluating different types of media; and(vi) encourage co-curricular offerings in drama, speech, debate, journalism, literary publications, and other related activities.Mont. Admin. r. 10.55.1101
NEW, 1989 MAR p. 342, Eff. 7/1/89; AMD, 2001 MAR p. 953, Eff. 6/8/01; AMD, 2023 MAR p. 255, Eff. 7/1/2023AUTH: Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-114, 20-2-121, 20-7-101, MCA; IMP: Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-121, 20-3-106, 20-7-101, MCA