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Language Arts - Grade 3

Author: Exploring
The learner will be able to explore books of a favorite author.
Strand Scope Source
Author Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Informational Sources: Synthesizing
The learner will be able to begin to understand how to synthesize information from multiple sources by summarizing one to two entries on a single topic from a resource book (dictionary, encyclopedia, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Short Story: Modeling
The learner will be able to show an understanding of a short story, read independently, by mapping out an original story which models the grade level short story in terms of themes or genre. The map should incorporate characters, plot, climax, resolution, setting, and possibly illustrations. Then, using details included on the map, the student should write the original story.
Strand Scope Source
Story/Short Story Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Author: Identify
The learner will be able to identify favorite authors.
Strand Scope Source
Author Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Author: Compare/Contrast
The learner will be able to compare and contrast different authors.
Strand Scope Source
Author Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Author Intention
The learner will be able to identify the author's purpose in a given passage.
Strand Scope Source
Author: Intentions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Short Story: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze short stories.
Strand Scope Source
Story/Short Story Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Analysis and Generalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Genre: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the genre of a given passage.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Genre: Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to use an understanding of genres to create, evaluate, and/or discuss print and nonprint materials.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 6
  
Classic Literature: Read/Understand
The learner will be able to read and understand classic literature.
Strand Scope Source
Classic Literature Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Contemporary Literature
The learner will be able to read and understand contemporary literature.
Strand Scope Source
Contemporary Literature Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Fiction
The learner will be able to read and understand fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Genre: Variety
The learner will be able to read a variety of genres.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 2
  
Historical Context: Historical Period
The learner will be able to read literature from various historical periods.
Strand Scope Source
Historical Fiction/Context Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 2
  
Nonfiction: Understand
The learner will be able to read and understand nonfiction reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Nonfiction: Analyzing
The learner will be able to classify, organize, and recall details read in a nonfiction passage.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Short Story: Analyzing
The learner will be able to analyze a short story for details, emotions, and events, and predict the outcomes of the story.
Strand Scope Source
Story/Short Story Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Short Story: Construct Meaning
The learner will be able to construct meaning from a short story by interpreting details, the title, character motives and feelings, and by predicting outcomes.
Strand Scope Source
Story/Short Story Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Fiction: Story
The learner will be able to read and understand a fictitious story.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Informational
The learner will be able to read and understand an informational, nonfiction story.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Language Expressions

Sentence Structure: Construction
The learner will be able to recognize and construct complete sentences.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Conventions: Demonstrate Awareness
The learner will be able to demonstrate an awareness of the conventions of the English language through writing samples and responses to the writing of others.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Noun: Plural/Possessive/Supply
The learner will be able to supply the correct form of a plural, possessive, or plural possessive noun in a given sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Noun Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Verb Tense: Complete Sentence/Forms
The learner will be able to indicate the correct verb tense (including past, present, plural, and/or future forms) for a given sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Verb Tense Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Adverb: Choose Word/Phrase
The learner will be able to choose the word or phrase with the correct adverb (including positive, comparative, and superlative forms) that best completes the sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Adverb Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Fragment/Run-On: Edit
The learner will be able to edit a series of sentences for fragments or run-ons.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure/Fragment/Run-On Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Sentence Combining: Three Sentences
The learner will be able to combine a series of three simple sentences into one correct sentence by adding a phrase or clause, compound predicates, compound subjects, or cumulative adjectives.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure/Combine Sentences Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Expression: Recognize Errors
The learner will be able to recognize and correct errors in language expression.
Strand Scope Source
Language Expression Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Language: Usage and Expression tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Adjective: Complete Sentence
The learner will be able to choose the word or phrase with the correct adjective (including positive, comparative, and superlative forms) that best completes the sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Adjective Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Usage: Demonstrate/Standard
The learner will be able to demonstrate standard language usage.
Strand Scope Source
Usage Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Language: Usage and Expression tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Edit: Context
The learner will be able to edit a series of sentences for errors such as double negatives, verb forms, subject-verb agreement, and redundancies.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure: Edit Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Conventions: Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to use an understanding of language conventions to create, evaluate, and/or discuss print and nonprint materials.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 6
  
Conventions: Structure/Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to use an understanding of language structure to create, evaluate, and/or discuss print and nonprint materials.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 6
  
Figurative Language: Print/Nonprint
The learner will be able to use an understanding of figurative language to create, evaluate, and/or discuss print and nonprint materials.
Strand Scope Source
Figurative Language Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 6
  
Language Expression: Native Language
The learner will be able to use native language to develop English language skills.
Strand Scope Source
Language Expression Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 10
  
Social: Language Communities/Participate
The learner will be able to participate in a variety of language communities in a reflective, creative, informed, and/or analytical manner.
Strand Scope Source
Language: Social Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 11
  
Sentence Structure: Varied/Write
The learner will be able to choose varied sentence structure to enhance effectiveness of writing.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #3 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Language Mechanics

Capitalization: Proper Nouns
The learner will be able to capitalize proper nouns.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Capitalization: City/State
The learner will be able to capitalize cities and states.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Comma: Series/Items/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the correct use of a comma with items in a series.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Comma: City/State
The learner will be able to use a comma between a city and state.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Comma: Dates
The learner will be able to correctly use a comma in dates.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Abbreviate: Period
The learner will be able to correctly use a period at the end of an abbreviation.
Strand Scope Source
Abbreviate/Initial Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Punctuation: Identify Correct
The learner will be able to identify the correct punctuation.
Strand Scope Source
Punctuation Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Language: Punctuation tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Capitalization: Beginning of Sentence
The learner will be able to capitalize the beginning of a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Capitalization: Pronoun "I"
The learner will be able to capitalize the pronoun "I".
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Capitalization: Initials
The learner will be able to capitalize initials.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Capitalization: Direct Quote
The learner will be able to capitalize the first word in a direct quote.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Capitalization: Use Correctly
The learner will be able to use capitalization correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Applications Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Language: Capitalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Title: Capitalize
The learner will be able to capitalize a title.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Title Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
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Response: Story/Analyze/Discuss
The learner will be able to analyze a story and discuss story elements after hearing it read aloud. This includes identifying the main idea, events, sequence, and details of the story.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Responses Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Discussion: Group/Respond
The learner will be able to respond to others (in a group discussion) by paraphrasing the comments of others, asking poignant questions, and demonstrating patience while listening.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Evaluating: Student/Teacher Criteria
The learner will be able to evaluate the oral presentations given by others on the basis of a set of student/teacher developed criteria (cohesive main idea, consistent organization of supporting ideas, and effective speaking style).
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Evaluating Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Directions: Follow
The learner will be able to listen to and follow directions.
Strand Scope Source
Directions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Behaviors: Diversity/Appreciation
The learner will be able to develop a knowledge and appreciation of diversity in language use, patterns, and dialects of various ethnic groups, geographic areas, and social roles.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Behaviors Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 9
  
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Illustrator: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the works of a favorite illustrator.
Strand Scope Source
Illustrator Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Illustrator: Exploring
The learner will be able to explore the pictures of his/her favorite illustrators.
Strand Scope Source
Illustrator Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Illustrator: Compare/Contrast
The learner will be able to compare and contrast different illustrators.
Strand Scope Source
Illustrator Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Print/Nonprint: Techniques
The learner will be able to use an understanding of media techniques to create, evaluate, and/or discuss print and nonprint materials.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form: Print/Non-Print Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 6
  
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Reading Operations

Character: Role Playing
The learner will be able to demonstrate a familiarity with characters from a literary selection by engaging in role playing. (e.g., interviewing another student, who is role playing as a character from the selection, asking questions which address character motivations, points of view, and which explore ideas presented in the literary selection).
Strand Scope Source
Character Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Story Elements: Mapping
The learner will be able to apply reading skills by creating a story map for a short story. The story map should demonstrate the student's understanding of both key details and intangible concepts (themes, character's feelings, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Story Elements: Interpreting
The learner will be able to interpret literature by identifying, discussing, comparing, contrasting, and making connections about the story elements of one and/or two sources, in writing and in small group settings.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Interpretation: Variety of Sources
The learner will be able to interpret a variety of reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Interpretation Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Inference and Interpretation tested in week 7 of next year..; National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Critical Thinking: Connecting
The learner will be able to question and make associations about selected reading text.
Strand Scope Source
Critical Thinking Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Construct Meaning: Strategies
The learner will be able to utilize the following context and content strategies for constructing meaning from reading materials: using prior knowledge to understand what is read, recognizing familiar words, interpreting punctuation, syntax, and sentence structure as clues to how sentences should be read, and sounding out words.
Strand Scope Source
Constructing Meaning: Strategies Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Response Logs
The learner will be able to keep a reading response log which includes details from various reading selections and personal reactions to these selections. The student should use the log to review content, reflect on feelings, and to prepare to write or speak in a formal manner about a story.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Logs Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Reading Selections: Select
The learner will be able to independently select a variety of literature to read (nonfiction, fiction, articles, and multicultural sources) for pleasure and to obtain information.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors: Selecting/Sharing Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Reading Behaviors: Attention Span
The learner will be able to read or explore books for extended periods of time.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors: Silent/Sustained Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Main Idea: Short Passage
The learner will be able to identify the main idea from a short passage.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Draw Conclusion: Short Passage
The learner will be able to draw conclusions from a short reading passage.
Strand Scope Source
Draw Conclusion Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Predict Outcome: Illustrations
The learner will be able to use illustrations to predict outcomes.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Predict Outcome: Scanning Text
The learner will be able to scan text to predict outcome.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Predict Outcome: Relationships
The learner will be able to predict the outcome based on relating new information to prior knowledge.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Fact: Understand
The learner will be able to understand facts in a reading selection.
Strand Scope Source
Fact/Opinion Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Factual Understanding tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Summary: Passage
The learner will be able to summarize a reading passage in his/her own words.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Story: Elements/Identify
The learner will be able to identify story elements, such as setting, plot, and characters.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Story Elements: Make Inferences
The learner will be able to make inferences about the elements of a story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Inference and Interpretation tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Figurative Language: Infer Meaning
The learner will be able to infer meaning from figurative language.
Strand Scope Source
Figurative Language Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Onomatopoeia: Use
The learner will be able to understand and use onomatopoeia.
Strand Scope Source
Onomatopoeia Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Construct Meaning: Correct Mistakes
The learner will be able to recognize and correct his/her own reading mistakes.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Sequence: Short Passage
The learner will be able to identify the sequence in a short passage.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Generalization: Passage
The learner will be able to make a generalization based on passage elements.
Strand Scope Source
Generalization Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Generalization: Short Stories
The learner will be able to develop generalizations about short stories.
Strand Scope Source
Generalization Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Analysis and Generalization tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Topic Sentence: Select
The learner will be able to show reading comprehension by selecting the most appropriate topic sentence for a given paragraph.
Strand Scope Source
Paragraph Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Bias: Identify/Gender/Cultural
The learner will be able to identify gender and cultural biases in pictures and written text.
Strand Scope Source
Bias Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Fact: Identify
The learner will be able to identify a statement as a fact.
Strand Scope Source
Fact Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Recurring: Identify
The learner will be able to identify recurring themes in reading passages.
Strand Scope Source
Themes: Recurring Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Comprehension: Display Skills
The learner will be able to display comprehension skills.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Evaluating: Reading Selections
The learner will be able to study and evaluate written works.
Strand Scope Source
Evaluating Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Personal: Read
The learner will be able to read for personal purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes: Personal Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Purposes: Community Needs
The learner will be able to read to respond to community expectations.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Purposes: Community Requests
The learner will be able to read to respond to the requests of the community.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Purposes: Human Experiences
The learner will be able to read to understand a variety of human experiences presented in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 2
  
Purposes: Information
The learner will be able to read a variety of informational sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Purposes: Occupation
The learner will be able to read to respond to occupational expectations.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Purposes: Occupational Needs
The learner will be able to read to respond to occupational needs.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Reading Behaviors: Appreciation
The learner will be able to appreciate written texts.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors: Affective Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Reading Behaviors: Variety
The learner will be able to read a variety of written works.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 2
  
Response: Interact/School
The learner will be able to use individual reading experiences to interact with others in the school setting.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Discussions Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Response: Self/Understand
The learner will be able to use literary knowledge as a basis for understanding him/herself.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Affective Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Collect Information: Obtain
The learner will be able to read to obtain information.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes: Collect Information Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Construct Meaning: Word/Context
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the meaning of words in context.
Strand Scope Source
Constructing Meaning Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Prior Knowledge: Connecting
The learner will be able to make connections to prior reading while reading.
Strand Scope Source
Prior Knowledge Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Prior Knowledge: Understand Text
The learner will be able to use prior knowledge to understand texts.
Strand Scope Source
Prior Knowledge Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Purposes: Cultures
The learner will be able to read to gain a better understanding of cultures.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Purposes: Understanding
The learner will be able to read to increase understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Strategies: Variety
The learner will be able to use a variety of reading strategies.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Textual Features: Influence Meaning
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of textual factors which influence meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Word Recognition: Meaning
The learner will be able to use word recognition strategies to gain meaning from text.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Word Recognition Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Analyze: Characters/Point of View
The learner will be able to analyze story elements such as characters, point of view, setting, and story line, and discuss how these elements are connected.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements: Analyze Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Character: Points of View
The learner will be able to analyze characters and attribute specific points of view to characters in a literary selection.
Strand Scope Source
Character Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Cues: Construct Meaning
The learner will be able to utilize a variety of cues to construct meaning from a reading selection (illustrations, titles, content).
Strand Scope Source
Constructing Meaning: Cues Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Classification
The learner will be able to categorize information found in a reading passage.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Detail: Long Passage
The learner will be able to identify story detail from long passage.
Strand Scope Source
Detail Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Draw Conclusion: Passage
The learner will be able to draw logical and supported conclusions from passages.
Strand Scope Source
Draw Conclusion Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Main Idea: Long Passage
The learner will be able to identify the main idea in a long passage.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Sequence: Information
The learner will be able to sequence details and events from a literary selection.
Strand Scope Source
Sequence Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Summary: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the best summary of a given passage.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Trait: Determine
The learner will be able to determine character description.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Trait Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Trait: Identify/Short Passage
The learner will be able to identify character traits from a short passage.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Trait Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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General: Opinions
The learner will be able to express opinions (including support for the opinions) to a group, tell a story which includes characters, colorful details, a plot, climax, and a resolution, and give clear directions in a logical order to a group.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: General Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
General: Report/Poem/Story/Event
The learner will be able to present a report, poem, story, or current event to a group while pronouncing words appropriately, forming complete sentences, keeping to topic, and showing an awareness of the purpose of the presentation (to inform, to entertain), body language, eye contact, and voice modulation.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: General Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Pronunciation: Common Words
The learner will be able to clearly pronounce words common to grade level.
Strand Scope Source
Pronunciation Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Story: Retell/Summarize
The learner will be able to orally retell or summarize a story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Purposes: Self-Selected
The learner will be able to speak for a variety of self-selected purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 12
  
Purposes: Variety
The learner will be able to speak for a variety of purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Audience: Adjust Speaking
The learner will be able to adjust speaking to reflect different audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Audience Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
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Sight Words
The learner will be able to analyze a series of words and identify which word is spelled incorrectly.
Strand Scope Source
Sight Word Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Edit: Contextual
The learner will be able to develop an editing strategy for finding misspelled words within the context of editing for punctuation, grammar, and usage.
Strand Scope Source
Editing Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Strategies
The learner will be able to develop a study method for learning how to spell new words (such as keeping a log of words misspelled frequently).
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Strategies Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Double Letters
The learner will be able to correctly spell words that have double letters.
Strand Scope Source
Double Letter Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Spelling
The learner will be able to choose a word that best completes a sentence and is spelled correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Complete Sentence Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Irregular Words
The learner will be able to correctly write words with irregular spelling.
Strand Scope Source
Irregular Word Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Spelling: Applications
The learner will be able to spell words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Spelling Applications Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Language: Spelling tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Study and Research Skills

Research Project: Group
The learner will be able to participate as a member of a group working toward completing a research project. Group members should write a thesis, develop a plan for completing the necessary research, divide up responsibilities, and prepare a presentation of the topic which incorporates multimedia resources.
Strand Scope Source
Research Project Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Research Skills: Evaluating Resources
The learner will be able to evaluate the usefulness of a book (as a resource tool) by skimming the table of contents, index, glossary, diagrams, and the titles and beginnings of chapters.
Strand Scope Source
Resource: Evaluating Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Library: Library Resources/Utilize
The learner will be able to utilize library resources for information and media tools (computers, books, films, tapes, periodicals, and resource aids).
Strand Scope Source
Reference: Library/Community Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Map: Street
The learner will be able to interpret maps containing keys and intersecting streets, and show an understanding of how to communicate directions to and from specific points on the map.
Strand Scope Source
Map Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Outline: Categorize
The learner will be able to organize information in outline form by categorizing items and functions.
Strand Scope Source
Outline Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Homework
The learner will be able to complete assignments at home.
Strand Scope Source
Study Skills Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Classifying: Properties of Concepts
The learner will be able to classify properties of concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Glossary: Use
The learner will be able to use a glossary.
Strand Scope Source
Glossary Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Testing: Strategies
The learner will be able to understand effective test taking strategies.
Strand Scope Source
Testing Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Chapter Titles: Organization
The learner will be able to understand the organization of chapter titles.
Strand Scope Source
Chapter Title Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Print Styles to Convey Meaning
The learner will be able to understand the use of bold and italic letters in written works.
Strand Scope Source
Print Style Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Diagrams: Use
The learner will be able to read and utilize information organized in diagram form.
Strand Scope Source
Diagram Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Friendly: Use Letter/Format
The learner will be able to use the correct form for a friendly letter.
Strand Scope Source
General Letter Writing: Friendly Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Research Skills: Issues/Interests
The learner will be able to use research skills to explore issues and/or interests by posing problems.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Research Skills: Issues/Interests/Ideas
The learner will be able to use research skills to explore issues and/or interests by generating ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Evaluating: Variety
The learner will be able to evaluate a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Resource: Evaluating Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Media: Synthesize
The learner will be able to synthesize information from a variety of media sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Form: Media Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Print/Nonprint: Read
The learner will be able to read print and nonprint sources of information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Form: Print/Nonprint Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 1
  
Questions: Ask/Research Ideas
The learner will be able to ask questions as a way to research ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills: Questions Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Research Skills: Question/Interest
The learner will be able to generate questions about a topic of interest.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Research Technology: Communicate
The learner will be able to use technological resources to communicate information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Technology Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Research Technology: Synthesize
The learner will be able to synthesize information from technological resources.
Strand Scope Source
Research Technology Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Research Technology: Variety/Select
The learner will be able to select information from a variety of technological resources.
Strand Scope Source
Research Technology Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Sources: Construct Meaning
The learner will be able to use resources to construct meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Sources: Reference/Communicate
The learner will be able to use a variety of reference sources to communicate information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Sources: Variety/Combine
The learner will be able to combine information from a variety of sources in an effective manner.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 8
  
Sources: Variety/Locate
The learner will be able to locate a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
Sources: Variety/Use
The learner will be able to use a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
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Word Structure: Analyze Language
The learner will be able to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words by analyzing language expressions and conventions (including antonyms, synonyms, definitions, explanations, descriptions, examples, etc.).
Strand Scope Source
Structure Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Vocabulary: Read/Identify/Understand
The learner will be able to read, identify, and understand grade specific vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Strategies
The learner will be able to develop strategies for increasing his/her personal vocabulary (such as keeping a log of new words encountered in daily life, across the curriculum, and on class spelling lists, and their definitions).
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Writing: Creative Writing
The learner will be able to select interesting and accurate words when writing in various modes (stories, poetry, etc.), and practice incorporating new vocabulary words by creating simple analogies, haikus, diamantes, and rhyming couplets with consistent and cohesive themes.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Writing Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Analyze: Contextual Analysis
The learner will be able to use structural analysis and contextual clues to define unfamiliar words found in the course of reading.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Analyze Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Analogy: Understand
The learner will be able to understand and complete analogies.
Strand Scope Source
Analogy Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Sentence Completion
The learner will be able to identify the vocabulary word that best completes a given sentence as read aloud by the teacher.
Strand Scope Source
Complete Sentence Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Context: Analyzing
The learner will be able to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words by analyzing the context (a paragraph) in which the words are used.
Strand Scope Source
Context Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Word Structure: Analyze
The learner will be able to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words by analyzing word structure (bases, affixes).
Strand Scope Source
Structure Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Vocabulary: Apply
The learner will be able to apply an understanding of vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Master Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS), Form A-Survey, 2001, Level 10, Reading: Vocabulary tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Appropriate: Write/Effectiveness/Enhance
The learner will be able to choose appropriate words to enhance effectiveness of writing.
Strand Scope Source
Word Choice: Appropriate Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #3 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Context: Word Meaning
The learner will be able to infer word meaning from context.
Strand Scope Source
Context Master MI: Educational Assessment Program (MEAP), 1994, Fourth Grade tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Final Sound: Written Word
The learner will be able to identify the final sound of a word given the written form.
Strand Scope Source
Final Sound Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Initial Sound: Written Word
The learner will be able to identify the initial sound of a word, given the written form.
Strand Scope Source
Initial Sound Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Vowels: Auditory Discrimination
The learner will be able to recognize the long and short sounds of vowels.
Strand Scope Source
Vowel Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Vowels: Digraphs/Diphthongs
The learner will be able to recognize the correct sound of digraphs and diphthongs given in context.
Strand Scope Source
Vowel Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Orally Read: Identify/Final Sound
The learner will be able to identify the final sound of an orally read word.
Strand Scope Source
Final Sound: Orally Read Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Orally Read: Identify/Written Word
The learner will be able to identify the final sound of a word, which is both written and orally read.
Strand Scope Source
Final Sound: Orally Read Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Orally Read: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the initial sound of an orally read word.
Strand Scope Source
Initial Sound: Orally Read Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Orally Read: Written Word
The learner will be able to identify the initial sound of an orally read word, given the written form of the word.
Strand Scope Source
Initial Sound: Orally Read Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
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Prewriting: Conceptualizing
The learner will be able to focus on prewriting and developing a draft with the confidence of knowing that there will be a specific time and stage (later in the process) in which to edit.
Strand Scope Source
Prewriting Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Drafting: First Draft
The learner will be able to understand and produce a first draft.
Strand Scope Source
Drafting Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Essay: Style and Organization
The learner will be able to explain the necessary components of narrative, expository, and persuasive writing (why and how these models are used), and practice these models.
Strand Scope Source
Essay/Composition Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Writing as a Process: Narrative
The learner will be able to demonstrate the writing process (prewriting, drafting, revising, rewriting, editing, publishing) by writing a personal narrative which includes properly sequenced details (events, descriptions, etc.) as well as intangible features such as a theme, main ideas, mood, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Writing as a Process Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Edit: Punctuation/Spelling
The learner will be able to focus on the editing stage of the writing process by editing a final draft of writing for correct use of the following conventions: commas (cities/states, and months/years), apostrophes (in contractions and possessives), periods (as end marks and in abbreviations), and spelling.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Edit: Language Conventions
The learner will be able to edit written works for the correct use of the following English language conventions: capitalization, periods, commas (cities/states, and month/year), apostrophes, spelling, and paragraph indentation.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Revise: Usage
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve the following areas: sentence construction, the flow of ideas, and the clarity of an implied or stated main idea.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Language Conventions Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Writing Behaviors: Daily Writing
The learner will be able to write daily for self growth and per teacher instructions.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Behaviors Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Collection: Compile
The learner will be able to compile a portfolio of writing samples which includes writing from different content areas, narratives, expository pieces, and short stories with drafts from each stage of the writing process. The portfolio should also include an explanation of why the pieces were selected and a self-evaluation of progress made in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Portfolios: Collection Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Edit: Resources
The learner will be able to use outside resources, such as a dictionary, to edit written works.
Strand Scope Source
Editing Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Technological Tools: Writing Equipment
The learner will be able to use writing equipment, such as a computer or typewriter, with teacher assistance.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Technologies Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Expository: Paragraph
The learner will be able to write an expository paragraph.
Strand Scope Source
Expository Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Narrative: Short
The learner will be able to write a brief narrative.
Strand Scope Source
Narrative Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Persuasive: Paragraph
The learner will be able to write a persuasive paragraph.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Edit: Paragraph Coherence/Evaluate
The learner will be able to proofread a paragraph for coherence.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Content Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Cursive: Letters
The learner will be able to form cursive letters.
Strand Scope Source
Print/Cursive Master The Scantron Corporation Foundation Core Curriculum, May 1995, Third Grade
  
Audience: Variety
The learner will be able to write for a variety of audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Audience Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Purposes: Interact/School
The learner will be able to use individual writing experiences to interact with others in the school setting.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 3
  
Purposes: Variety
The learner will be able to write for a variety of purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Writing as a Process: Audiences
The learner will be able to utilize the writing process appropriately for different audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Writing as a Process Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 5
  
Writing as a Process: Situations
The learner will be able to utilize the writing process appropriately for different situations.
Strand Scope Source
Writing as a Process Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 5
  
Purposes: Own
The learner will be able to write for his/her chosen purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Purposes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 12
  
Strategies: Variety
The learner will be able to utilize a variety of writing strategies.
Strand Scope Source
Writing Strategies Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 5
  
Composition: Beginning/Middle/End
The learner will be able to write a composition including a definite beginning, middle and end.
Strand Scope Source
Essay/Composition Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #3, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Conventions: Apply
The learner will be able to apply the skillful use of writing conventions to enhance effects of writing.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Writing: Conventions Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Main Idea: Develop
The learner will be able to clearly develop main ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #3, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Main Idea: State
The learner will be able to clearly state the central idea when writing.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #3, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Voice: Sentence Structure
The learner will be able to convey writer's voice through sentence structure.
Strand Scope Source
Voice Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
Voice: Word Choice
The learner will be able to convey writer's voice through word choice.
Strand Scope Source
Voice Master MI: Ed. Assessment Program (MEAP) - Writing Rubric, 1996, Grade 5, Grade 5, #4 tested in week 7 of next year.
  
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Language Arts Processes

Communicating: Effective
The learner will be able to recognize and apply the qualities of effective communication techniques in writing and speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Processes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Communicating: Purposes/Audiences
The learner will be able to communicate using language arts processes for a variety of purposes and audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Processes Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 7
  
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Viewing/Representing

Language: Chosen Purposes
The learner will be able to use visual language for his/her chosen purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Language Use Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 12
  
Visual Representation: Audience
The learner will be able to adjust visual representations for a variety of audiences.
Strand Scope Source
Visual Representation Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Visual Representation: Communicate
The learner will be able to produce visual representations to communicate with others.
Strand Scope Source
Visual Representation Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
Visual Representation: Purposes
The learner will be able to adjust visual representations for a variety of purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Visual Representation Master National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), 1996, IRA/NCTE Standards, p.25, Standard 4
  
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