Reading:Competency and Goals
Competency Goal : The learner will apply enabling strategies and skills to
read and write.
1.01 Expand and refine vocabulary through knowledge of
prefixes, suffixes, roots, derivatives, and etymologies
(word origins) to assist comprehension.
1.02 Select key vocabulary critical to the text and apply
appropriate meanings as necessary for comprehension.
1.03 Increase reading and writing vocabulary through
wide reading.
word study.
word reference materials.
content area study.
writing process elements.
writing as a tool.
debate.
discussions.
seminars.
examining the authorís craft.
1.04 Use word reference materials (e.g., glossary,
dictionary, thesaurus, on-line reference tools) to identify
and comprehend unknown words.
1.05 Read independently daily from self-selected materials
(consistent with the studentís independent reading level) to:
increase fluency.
build background knowledge.
expand and refine 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 independently and
flexibly to monitor comprehension and extend vocabulary
(e.g., skim, scan, reread the text, consult other sources, ask
for help, summarize, paraphrase, question).
2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading,
listening, and viewing by:
making predictions.
formulating questions.
supporting answers from textual information,
previous experience, and/or other sources.
drawing on personal, literary, and cultural
understandings.
seeking additional information.
2.03 Read a variety of texts, such as:
fiction (tall tales, myths).
nonfiction (books of true experience, newspaper and
magazine articles, schedules).
poetry (narrative, lyric, and cinquains).
drama (plays and skits).
2.04 Identify elements of fiction and nonfiction and support
by referencing the text to determine the:
plot development.
authorís choice of words.
effectiveness of figurative language (e.g.,
personification, flashback).
2.05 Evaluate inferences, conclusions, and generalizations
and provide evidence by referencing the text(s).
2.06 Analyze choice of reading materials congruent with
purposes (e.g., reading for information, reading to extend
content area learning, reading for pleasure, entertainment).
2.07 Evaluate the usefulness and quality of information and
ideas based on purpose, experiences, text(s), and graphics.
2.08 Explain and evaluate relationships that are:
causal.
hierarchical.
temporal.
problem-solution.
2.09 Listen actively and critically by:
asking questions.
delving deeper into the topic.
elaborating on the information and ideas presented.
evaluating information and ideas.
making inferences and drawing conclusions.
making judgments.
2.10 Identify strategies used by a speaker or writer to
inform, entertain, or influence an audience.
Competency Goal 3
The learner will make connections through the use of
oral language, written language, and media and
technology.
3.01 Respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama
using interpretive, critical, and evaluative processes by:
analyzing word choice and content.
examining reasons for a characterís actions, taking
into account the situation and basic motivation of the
character.
creating and presenting a product that effectively
demonstrates a personal response to a selection or
experience.
examining alternative perspectives.
3.02 Make connections between texts by recognizing
similarities and differences based on a common lesson,
theme, or message.
3.03 Justify evaluation of characters and events from
different selections by citing supporting evidence in the
text(s).
3.04 Make informed judgments about television, radio,
video/film productions, and other electronic mediums
and/or formats.
3.05 Integrate main idea and supporting details from
multiple sources to expand understanding of texts.
3.06 Conduct research (with assistance) from a variety of
sources for assigned or self-selected projects (e.g., print
and non-print texts, artifacts, people, libraries, databases,
computer networks).
3.07 Make informed judgments about:
bias.
propaganda.
stereotyping.
media techniques.Competency Goal 4
The learner will apply strategies and skills to create
oral, written, and visual texts.
4.01 Read aloud grade-appropriate text with fluency,
comprehension, expression, and personal style
demonstrating an awareness of volume, pace, audience, and
purpose.
4.02 Use oral and written language to:
formulate hypotheses.
evaluate information and ideas.
present and support arguments.
influence the thinking of others.
4.03 Make oral and written presentations to inform or
persuade selecting vocabulary for impact.
4.04 Select a self-evaluated composition for publication and
justify rationale for selection.
4.05 Use a variety of preliminary strategies to plan and
organize the writing and speaking task considering purpose,
audience, and timeline.
4.06 Compose a draft that elaborates on major ideas and
adheres to the topic by using an appropriate organizational
pattern that accomplishes the purpose of the writing task
and effectively communicates its content.
4.07 Compose a variety of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and
drama using self-selected topic and format (e.g., poetry,
research reports, news articles, letters to the editor,
business letters).
4.08 Focus revision on target elements by:
improving word choice.
rearranging text for clarity.
creating simple and/or complex sentences for clarity
or impact.
developing a lead, characters, or mood.
4.09 Produce work that follows the conventions of
particular genres (e.g., clarification, essay, feature story,
business letter).
4.10 Use technology as a tool to enhance and/or publish a
product.Social Studies
Competency Goal: The learner will assess the influence of major
religions, ethical beliefs, and aesthetic values on
life in the United States, Canada, and Latin
America.
2.2 Evaluate the influence of beliefs, individuals, and
practices associated with major religions in the United
States, Canada, and Latin America
Competency Goal 11: The learner will analyze changes in ways of living
and investigate why and how these changes
occurred.
11.1 Identify and describe changes which have occurred
in ways of living in the United States, Canada, and Latin
America.
11.2 Identify examples of cultural transmission and
interaction within and among the regions of the Western
Hemisphere.
11.3 Evaluate the effects of change on the lives of the
people of the United States, Canada, and Latin America.
Competency Goal 12 : The learner will trace developments in the history
of the United States, Canada, and Latin America
and assess their impact on the lives of people
today.
12.1 Identify people, symbols, and events associated
with the heritage of the United States, Canada, and Latin
America.
12.2 Associate an event or phenomenon in the history of
the United States, Canada, and Latin America with a
current situation or practice.
12.3 Trace an economic, political, or social development
through the history of the United States, Canada, or
Latin America and judge its impact on society.Computer Technology
Competency Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to
access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and
communicate information.
3.7 Evaluate information found via telecommunications
for appropriateness, content, and usefulness. (T)