Language arts
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Traditionally, the primary divisions in the language arts are literature and language, where language in this case refers to both linguistics, and specific languages[1].
According to the International International Council of Teachers of English, the five strands of the Language arts are reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing (visual literacy)[citation needed].
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[edit] Reading
Reading, by definition, is the ability and knowledge of a language that allows comprehension by grasping the meaning of written or printed characters, words, or sentences. Reading involves a wide variety of print and nonprint texts that help a reader gain an understanding of what is being read. Reading of texts that are often included in educational curriculum include fiction, nonfiction, classic, and also contemporary works.
[edit] Composition
Composition is defined as the combination of distinct parts or elements to form a whole and the manner in which these elements are combined or related. The following are examples of composing in Language Arts:
- The art or act of composing a literary work
- The structure or organization of literature
- A short essay, especially one written as an academic exercise (an essay is a short literary composition on a particular theme or subject, usually in prose and generally analytic, speculative, or interpretative) [2] There are many types of short essays, including, but not limited to: fun
- Five-paragraph essay
- Argumentative essay
- Cause and effect essay
- Comparative essay.
Compositions may also include:
- Narrative essays
- Expository essays
- Persuasive essays
- Technical writing
[edit] References
- ^ "The Road to Middle-Earth", T. A. Shippey
- ^ Dictionary.com
