North Carolina

Standard Course of Study

Goals & Objectives

English Language Arts:

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.

2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, and viewing by:

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).

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.

2.07 Determine usefulness of information and ideas consistent with purpose.

2.08 Verify the meaning or accuracy of the author’s statement(s) by referencing the text or other resources.

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.

3.01 Respond to fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama using interpretive, critical, and evaluative processes by:

analyzing the impact of authors’ word choice and context.
examining the reasons for characters’ actions.
identifying and examining characters’ motives.
considering a situation or problem from different characters’ points of view.

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.

4.03 Make oral and written presentations using visual aids with an awareness of purpose and audience.4.10 Use technology as a tool to gather, organize, and present information.

5.09 Create readable documents through legible handwriting and/or word processing.