Literature Circle NC Curriculum Alignment

English Language Arts
Competency Goal 1: The learner will apply enabling strategies and skills to read and write.
1.01 Use word identification strategies appropriately and automatically when encountering unknown words (graphophonic, syntactic, semantic).
1.02 Infer word meanings from taught roots, prefixes, and suffixes to decode words in text to assist comprehension.
1.03 Identify key words and discover their meanings and relationships through a variety of strategies.
1.04 Increase reading and writing vocabulary through:

wide reading.

word study.

knowledge of homophones, synonyms, antonyms, homonyms.

knowledge of multiple meanings of words.

writing process elements.

writing as a tool for learning.

seminars.

book clubs.

discussions.

examining the author’s craft.

1.05 Use word reference materials (e.g., glossary, dictionary, thesaurus) to identify and comprehend unknown words.
1.06 Read independently daily from self-selected materials (consistent with the student’s independent reading level) to:

increase fluency.

build background knowledge.

expand vocabulary.

Competency Goal 2: The learner will apply strategies and skills to comprehend text that is read, heard, and viewed.
2.01 Use metacognitive strategies to comprehend text and to clarify meaning of vocabulary (e.g., reread the text, consult other sources, ask for help, paraphrase, question).
2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, and viewing by:

setting a purpose using prior knowledge and text information.

making predictions.

formulating questions.

locating relevant information.

making connections with previous experiences, information, and ideas.

2.03 Read a variety of texts, including:

fiction (legends, novels, folklore, science fiction).

nonfiction (autobiographies, informational books, diaries, journals).

poetry (concrete, haiku).

drama (skits, plays).

2.04 Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing the text to determine the:

plot.

theme.

main idea and supporting details.

author’s choice of words.

2.05 Make inferences, draw conclusions, make generalizations, and support by referencing the text.
2.06 Summarize major points from fiction and nonfiction text(s) to clarify and retain information and ideas.
2.09 Listen actively by:

asking questions.

paraphrasing what was said.

interpreting speaker’s verbal and non-verbal messages.

interpreting speaker’s purposes and/or intent.

Competency Goal 3: The learner will make connections with text through the use of oral language, written language, and media and technology.
3.02 Analyze characters, events, and plots from different selections and cite supporting evidence.
3.03 Consider the ways language and visuals bring characters to life, enhance plot development, and produce a response.
3.05 Integrate information from two or more sources to expand understanding of text.
3.06 Conduct research for assigned projects or self-selected projects (with assistance) from a variety of sources through the use of technological and informal tools (e.g., print and non-print texts, artifacts, people, libraries, databases, computer networks).
Competency Goal 4: The learner will apply strategies and skills to create oral, written, and visual texts.
4.02 Use oral and written language to:

present information and ideas in a clear, concise manner.

discuss.

interview.

solve problems.

make decisions.

4.03 Make oral and written presentations using visual aids with an awareness of purpose and audience.
4.04 Share self-selected texts from a variety of genres (e.g., poetry, letters, narratives, essays, presentations).
4.05 Use planning strategies to generate topics and organize ideas (e.g., brainstorming, mapping, webbing, reading, discussion).
4.10 Use technology as a tool to gather, organize, and present information.

Information Skills

Competency Goal 1: The learner will EXPLORE sources and formats for reading, listening, and viewing purposes.
1.01 Participate in read-aloud, storytelling, booktalking, silent and voluntary reading experiences.
1.02 Demonstrate competence and self motivation as a reader.
1.03 Demonstrate appropriate care of resources.
1.04 Acknowledge ownership of ideas.
1.05 Identify elements of composition.
1.06 Identify characteristics of various genres.
1.07 Follow acceptable use policy (AUP/IUP) for electronic resources.
1.08 Select and use independently, both within and outside the school, a variety of resources (print, non-print, electronic) and formats (print, graphical, audio, video, multimedia) to extend content of resources used.
1.09 Recognize that ideas are produced in a variety of formats (print, graphical, audio, video, multimedia, web-based).
1.11 Explore primary and secondary sources.
Competency Goal 2: The learner will IDENTIFY and USE criteria for excellence to evaluate information and formats.
2.03 Recognize the diversity of ideas and thoughts by exploring a variety of resources (print, non-print, electronic) and formats (print, graphical, audio, video, multimedia, web-based).
2.05 Determine usefulness of information resources.

Competency Goal 4: The learner will EXPLORE and USE research processes to meet information needs.
4.04 Follow acceptable use guidelines (AUP/IUP) in accessing information.
4.05 Gather information.
4.06 Comply with the Copyright Law (P. L. 94-553).
4.07 Organize and use information.
4.08 Credit sources of information.

Competency Goal 5: The learner will COMMUNICATE reading, listening, and viewing experiences.
5.01 Respond to reading, listening, viewing experiences orally, artistically, dramatically, through various formats (e.g. print, multimedia).
5.04 Credit sources in all print, non-print, and electronic products.
5.05 Apply fair use copyright guidelines (Copyright Law, P. L. 94-553) in all projects.

Computer Technology Skills
Competency Goal 1: The learner will understand important issues of a technology-based society and will exhibit ethical behavior in the use of computer and other technologies.
1.5 Identify the need for Acceptable Use Policies (AUP). (SI)

Competency Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
2.10 Use search strategies to locate information electronically. (T)
Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.
3.1 Create, format, save, and print a word processed document. (KU/WP/DTP)
3.5 Evaluate information found via telecommunications for content and usefulness. (T)