As part of the language arts curriculum framework developed in accordance with "Rules, Regulations, and Minimum Standards" of the Tennessee State Board of Education, this standard English curriculum guide contains the goals, concepts, and terminal objectives for grade 12 English courses. Following an introduction, a description of the framework categories, curriculum guide categories, and English "strands" (divisions of skill areas), and a note on guide usage, the guide is divided into the following strands: (1) comprehension; (2) word identification; (3) reference and study; (4) literature; (5) handwriting; (6) grammar/mechanics; (7) spelling; (8) composition; (9) thinking and organization; (10) listening and viewing; and (11) oral communication. Each page of the guide addresses a strand objective, and consists of instructional objectives, associated content statements (including academic competencies), and skills and activities that may be used to enhance the understanding of the terminal objective. In addition, space for curriculum cross-references (indicating where the objective appears in the curriculum guide of another discipline) and a resource column, contingent on materials available to the teacher, are provided. A form for suggested additions of revisions of the curriculum framework is also included. (MM)