6-8 Reading Language Arts

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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will communicate effectively for a variety of purposes.

Performance Indicators

Assessment Strategies

6-8 follow through with multiple step directions

� (6-8) develop and follow multi-step directions, both orally and in writing

6-8 present point of view and listens to another's point of view

� (6-8) respond and ask questions

� (6-8) make informed opinions and explain reasons for opinions

� (6-8) restate information to identify the intended message

6-8 deliver an age appropriate oral presentation

� (6-8) decide on the purpose of the presentation

� (6-8) speak in an organized manner using appropriate vocabulary

� (6-8) use voice and language for a variety of purposes

� (6-8) use appropriate language and eye contact

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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will access and use information for a variety of purposes.

Performance Indicators

Assessment Strategies

6-8 search, locate and gather relevant information from print and nonprint sources and learn how to write an opinion

� (6) use three resources when researching for a project

�(7/8) use three to five resources when researching for a project

� (6-8) use references from the library

� (6-8) select and evaluate an appropriate resource for information

6-8 apply appropriate pre-search and search strategies

� (6-8) use graphic organizers to organize search

� (6-8) form a search outline

6-8 organize and present information for a project or report

� (6) summarize key points on notecards from at least one resource

� (7/8) summarize key points on notecards from at least three resources

� (6-8) create an outline using information from notecards

� (6-8) create bibliography for research purposes

� (6-8) document sources properly (bibliography, end notes, etc.)

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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will read effectively for a variety of purposes.

Performance Indicators

Assessment Strategies

6-8 appreciate and enjoy literature using materials appropriate for age/ability

� (6-8) read for enjoyment

� (6-8) use a variety of strategies in selecting reading materials

� (6-8) read for a variety of purposes (i.e., to inform, gain knowledge, receive instruction, pleasure, etc.)

� (6-8) sustain silent reading for 30-45 minutes

6-8 integrate skills to develop fluency in reading

� (6-8) use a variety of strategies to decode unknown words

� (6-8) infer/deduce meaning of new vocabulary words through reading selections

� (6-8) use a variety of clues and strategies to make and confirm predictions

6-8 read and identify a variety of genres, such as; drama, poetry, historical fiction, realistic fiction, biography, mystery, adventure,

folk tales and tall tales

� (6-8) read and enjoy a variety of literature selections, short stories or novels (from different genres)

6-8 read for knowledge and comprehension beyond the literal meaning level (both informational texts and works of literature)

� (6) recognize a literary selection to author's intent and historical context

� (6-8) describe story elements (setting, characters, plot, theme, climax, resolution) and how each element contributes to the total story

� (7/8) analyze a literature selection with respect to author's intent, historical context, implications for the present and future

� (6-8) draw upon prior knowledge to construct meaning

� (6-8) restate or summarize information

� (6-8) compare/contrast, reflect on and apply literature lessons to a variety of situations

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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will write effectively for a variety of purposes using standard rules and conventions of written and

spoken language.

Performance Indicators

Assessment Strategies

6-8 sustain writing process for 60 minutes with legible penmanship using the writing process

� (6) sustain writing for approximately 35-40 minutes

� (7) sustain writing for approximately 40-45 minutes

� (8) sustain writing for approximately 45-50 minutes

� (6-8) brainstorm (organizing, webs, charts and lists), prewrite (rough draft), edit/revise (conferencing), final draft

� (6-8) self-edit and peer-edit using the MEA holistic scoring guide

6-8 use a variety of writing forms such as:

� (6) research report, essays

� (7/8) research paper (at least 3-4 pages), research projects, oral presentations, variety of letters (business, friendly, etc.), summary

� (7/8) produce long term projects (completing on time and following directions)

� (6-8) poems, book reports, short stories, journals, visual display

� (6-8) write a descriptive, narrative, expository, argumentative, and persuasive essay

� (6-8) write for a purpose: short essay, to an audience, journals, answer a prompt

6-8 write a well-structured composition

� (6-8) write a good paragraph with topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence

� (7/8) write a well constructed five paragraph essay using appropriate details to support ideas

� (6-8) use a logical sequence with identifiable beginning, middle and end

6-8 write with a purpose, voice and awareness of audience in a variety of situations

� (6-8) write using a certain point of view

� (6-8) write to a prompt using effective language which develops and enhances an idea

� (6-8) revise and edit written work relative to audiences and purposes: (topic development, organization, details, sentences, wording,

mechanics)

� (6-8) self and peer edit using MEA holistic scoring guide

6-8 regularly use appropriate conventions of the English language: (spelling, word usage, sentence construction, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, handwriting, complete sentences, paragraphing)

6-8 edit written work for standard English spelling and usage, evidenced by pieces that show and contain:

- no significant errors in the use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives

- few significant errors in the use of adjective forms (e.g., comparative, superlative), adverbial forms, prepositions, and prepositional phrases

- attention to the proper use of conjunctions

- no significant errors in the spelling of common, frequently used words and attention to the correct spelling of commonly misspelled

words and less common words

- no significant errors in the spelling of common conventions of capitalization (e.g., proper nouns, names, titles) and attention to

the less common capitalization conventions (e.g., capitalizing the names of nationalities)

- no significant errors in the use of ending punctuation marks, few significant errors in the common uses of commas, and attention to the

proper use of the colon, semicolon, hyphen, dash, apostrophe, and quotation marks

- attention to the correct use of commonly confused terms (e.g., affect and effect)

- attention to the proper use of italics, marginal notes, and footnotes

� (6-8) revise and edit written work relative to audience and purpose (topic development, organization, details,

sentences, wording, mechanics

� (6-8) self and peer edit using MEA holistic scoring guide

� (6-8) write with mechanical correctness (spelling, capitalization, punctuation)

� (6-8) identify and effectively use the eight parts of speech

� (6-8) write in complete sentences

� (6-8) write effectively using sentence variety: basic, compound, complex

� (6-8) distinguish between phrases, clauses and four types of sentences

� (6-8) identify basic sentence patterns, NV, NLVN, NLVDO, NVN

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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will communicate effectively for a variety of purposes.


Performance Indicators	Assessment Strategies
6-8 follow through with multiple step directions
� (6-8) develop and follow multi-step directions, both orally and in writing

6-8 present point of view and listens to another's point of view
� (6-8) respond and ask questions
� (6-8) make informed opinions and explain reasons for opinions
� (6-8) restate information to identify the intended message

6-8 deliver an age appropriate oral presentation
� (6-8) decide on the purpose of the presentation
� (6-8) speak in an organized manner using appropriate vocabulary
� (6-8) use voice and language for a variety of purposes
� (6-8) use appropriate language and eye contact
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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will access and use information for a variety of purposes.


Performance Indicators	Assessment Strategies
6-8 search, locate and gather relevant information from print and nonprint sources and learn how to write an opinion
� (6) use three resources when researching for a project
�(7/8) use three to five resources when researching for a project
� (6-8) use references from the library
� (6-8) select and evaluate an appropriate resource for information

6-8 apply appropriate pre-search and search strategies
� (6-8) use graphic organizers to organize search
� (6-8) form a search outline

6-8 organize and present information for a project or report
� (6) summarize key points on notecards from at least one resource
� (7/8) summarize key points on notecards from at least three resources
� (6-8) create an outline using information from notecards
� (6-8) create bibliography for research purposes
� (6-8) document sources properly (bibliography, end notes, etc.)
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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will read effectively for a variety of purposes.


Performance Indicators	Assessment Strategies

6-8 appreciate and enjoy literature using materials appropriate for age/ability
� (6-8) read for enjoyment
� (6-8) use a variety of strategies in selecting reading materials
� (6-8) read for a variety of purposes (i.e., to inform, gain knowledge, receive instruction, pleasure, etc.)
� (6-8) sustain silent reading for 30-45 minutes

6-8 integrate skills to develop fluency in reading
� (6-8) use a variety of strategies to decode unknown words
� (6-8) infer/deduce meaning of new vocabulary words through reading selections
� (6-8) use a variety of clues and strategies to make and confirm predictions

6-8 read and identify a variety of genres, such as; drama, poetry, historical fiction, realistic fiction, biography, mystery, adventure,
folk tales and tall tales
� (6-8) read and enjoy a variety of literature selections, short stories or novels (from different genres)

6-8 read for knowledge and comprehension beyond the literal meaning level (both informational texts and works of literature)
� (6) recognize a literary selection to author's intent and historical context
� (6-8) describe story elements (setting, characters, plot, theme, climax, resolution) and how each element contributes to the total story
� (7/8) analyze a literature selection with respect to author's intent, historical context, implications for the present and future
� (6-8) draw upon prior knowledge to construct meaning
� (6-8) restate or summarize information
� (6-8) compare/contrast, reflect on and apply literature lessons to a variety of situations
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6-8 READING/LANGUAGE ARTS

CONTENT STANDARD

Students will write effectively for a variety of purposes using standard rules and conventions of written and
spoken language.

Performance Indicators	Assessment Strategies
6-8 sustain writing process for 60 minutes with legible penmanship using the writing process
� (6) sustain writing for approximately 35-40 minutes
� (7) sustain writing for approximately 40-45 minutes
� (8) sustain writing for approximately 45-50 minutes
� (6-8) brainstorm (organizing, webs, charts and lists), prewrite (rough draft), edit/revise (conferencing), final draft
� (6-8) self-edit and peer-edit using the MEA holistic scoring guide

6-8 use a variety of writing forms such as:
� (6) research report, essays
� (7/8) research paper (at least 3-4 pages), research projects, oral presentations, variety of letters (business, friendly, etc.), summary
� (7/8) produce long term projects (completing on time and following directions)
� (6-8) poems, book reports, short stories, journals, visual display
� (6-8) write a descriptive, narrative, expository, argumentative, and persuasive essay
� (6-8) write for a purpose: short essay, to an audience, journals, answer a prompt

6-8 write a well-structured composition
� (6-8) write a good paragraph with topic sentence, supporting details, concluding sentence
� (7/8) write a well constructed five paragraph essay using appropriate details to support ideas
� (6-8) use a logical sequence with identifiable beginning, middle and end

6-8 write with a purpose, voice and awareness of audience in a variety of situations
� (6-8) write using a certain point of view
� (6-8) write to a prompt using effective language which develops and enhances an idea
� (6-8) revise and edit written work relative to audiences and purposes: (topic development, organization, details, sentences, wording,
mechanics)
� (6-8) self and peer edit using MEA holistic scoring guide

6-8 regularly use appropriate conventions of the English language: (spelling, word usage, sentence construction, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, handwriting, complete sentences, paragraphing)



6-8 edit written work for standard English spelling and usage, evidenced by pieces that show and contain:
- no significant errors in the use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives
- few significant errors in the use of adjective forms (e.g., comparative, superlative), adverbial forms, prepositions, and prepositional phrases
- attention to the proper use of conjunctions
- no significant errors in the spelling of common, frequently used words and attention to the correct spelling of commonly misspelled
words and less common words
- no significant errors in the spelling of common conventions of capitalization (e.g., proper nouns, names, titles) and attention to
the less common capitalization conventions (e.g., capitalizing the names of nationalities)
- no significant errors in the use of ending punctuation marks, few significant errors in the common uses of commas, and attention to the
proper use of the colon, semicolon, hyphen, dash, apostrophe, and quotation marks
- attention to the correct use of commonly confused terms (e.g., affect and effect)
- attention to the proper use of italics, marginal notes, and footnotes

� (6-8) revise and edit written work relative to audience and purpose (topic development, organization, details,
sentences, wording, mechanics
� (6-8) self and peer edit using MEA holistic scoring guide
� (6-8) write with mechanical correctness (spelling, capitalization, punctuation)
� (6-8) identify and effectively use the eight parts of speech
� (6-8) write in complete sentences
� (6-8) write effectively using sentence variety: basic, compound, complex
� (6-8) distinguish between phrases, clauses and four types of sentences
� (6-8) identify basic sentence patterns, NV, NLVN, NLVDO, NVN
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