1A- Apply word analysis and vocabulary skills to comprehend selections
- Apply knowledge of word origins and derivations to comprehend words used in specific content areas (e.g., scientific, political, literary, mathematical). (Benchmark 1.A.3a)
- Analyze the meaning of words and phrases in their context. (Benchmark 1.A.3b)
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS:
1. Use a combination of word analysis and vocabulary strategies (e.g., word patterns, structural analyses) within context to identify unknown words. (Stage E)
2. Determine the meaning of a word in context when the word has multiple meanings. (Stage E )
Goal 3:Write to communicate for a variety of purposes. 3A- Use correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and structure.
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS:
1. Write paragraphs that include a variety of sentence types (i.e., declarative, interrogative, exclamatory, imperative).(Stage E )
2. Use a variety of sentence structures (e.g., simple, compound).(Stage E )
3. Use basic transition words to connect ideas.(Stage E )
4. Proofread for correct English conventions.(Stage E )
3B- Students who meet this standard can compose well-organized and coherent writing for specific purposes and audiences.
- Produce documents that convey a clear understanding and interpretation of ideas and information and display focus, organization, elaboration and coherence. (Benchmark 3.B.3a)
- Edit and revise for word choice, organization, consistent point of view and transitions among paragraphs using contemporary technology and formats suitable for submission and/or publication. (Benchmark 3.B.3b)
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS:
1. Establish and maintain a focus.(Stage E )
2. Use prewriting strategies to choose a topic and generate ideas (e.g., webbing, brainstorming, listing, note taking, outlining, drafting, graphic organizers). (Stage E )
3. evelop a topic sentence that is supported with details.(Stage E )
4. Revise and edit (e.g., conference with self, peer, volunteer, teacher).(Stage E )
5. Organize a coherent structure appropriate to purpose (i.e., narration, exposition, persuasion), audience, and context using paragraphs and transition words.(Stage E )
6. Elaborate ideas through facts, details, description, reasons, narration.(Stage E )
3C- Communicate ideas in writing to accomplish a variety of purposes.
- Compose narrative, informative, and persuasive writings (e.g., in addition to previous writings, literature reviews, instructions, news articles, correspondence) for a specified audience. (Benchmark 3.C.3a)
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS:
1. Use appropriate language, detail, and format for a specified audience. (Stage E)
2. Write creatively for a specified purpose and audience (e.g., short story, poetry, directions, song, friendly letter). (Stage E )
3. Use available technology to design, produce, and present compositions and multimedia works. (Stage E)
Goal 4:Listen and speak effectively in a variety of situations.
4A- Listen effectively in formal and informal situations.
- Restate and carry out multistep oral instructions. (Benchmark 4.A.3c)
- Demonstrate the ability to identify and manage barriers to listening (e.g., noise, speaker credibility, environmental distractions). (Benchmark 4.A.3d)
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTORS:
1. Evaluate the situation and assume appropriate listening mode.(Stage E )
2. Record appropriate notes from presentation.(Stage E )
3. Separate main ideas from supporting facts and details.(Stage E )
4. Modify, control, and block out distractions.(Stage E )
