Goals and Objectives:
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).
1.03 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 authors 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 students 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.
2.04 Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support
by referencing the text to determine the:
plot.
theme.
main idea and supporting details.
authors 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 speakers verbal and non-verbal messages.
interpreting speakers 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 reader will apply strategies and skills to create oral, written, and visual texts.
4.01 Read aloud grade-appropriate text with fluency, comprehension, and expression demonstrating an awareness of volume and pace.
4.02 Use oral and written language to:
present information and ideas in a clear, concise manner.
discuss.
interview.
solve problems.
make decisions.
4.05 Use planning strategies to generate topics and organize ideas (e.g., brainstorming, mapping, webbing, reading, discussion).
Competency Goal 5: The learner will apply grammar and language conventions to communicate effectively.
5.02 Demonstrate understanding in speaking and writing by appropriate
usage of:
pronouns.
subject/verb agreement.
verb tense consistency.
subject consistency.
5.03 Elaborate information and ideas in writing and speaking by using:
simple and compound sentences.
regular and irregular verbs.
adverbs.
prepositions.
coordinating conjunctions.
5.09 Create readable documents through legible handwriting and/or word
processing.
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