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Language Arts 6-8
Language Arts - Grade 8

Author: Evaluate
The learner will be able to evaluate organization and content to determine author purpose and effectiveness according to author theses, accuracy and thoroughness.
Strand Scope Source
Author Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Nonfiction: Reading
The learner will be able to read a variety of nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.8, #1.3.8.; F
  
Poetry: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.8, #1.3.8.; F
  
Author Style/Technique: Literary Element
The learner will be able to analyze the author's use of literary elements.
Strand Scope Source
Author: Style/Technique Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B
  
Informational
The learner will be able to read and understand an informational, nonfiction story.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Informational: Understand
The learner will be able to read and understand a variety of informational texts.
Strand Scope Source
Informational Text Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Fiction
The learner will be able to read and understand fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Fiction: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to a variety of fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.8, #1.3.8.; F
  
Fiction: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Fiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Genre: Variety
The learner will be able to read a variety of genres.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Literary/Art Genres: Conventions
The learner will be able to create a work in a literary genre that follows the conventions of that genre.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Literary/Art Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 6, #1.2.8.; C
  
Drama: Respond
The learner will be able to read and respond to drama.
Strand Scope Source
Drama Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.8, #1.3.8.; F
  
Poetry: Forms
The learner will be able to identify different forms of poetry.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Sound/Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8.; D
  
Poetry: Sound/Analyze Effect
The learner will be able to analyze the effects of sound in poetry.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Sound/Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8.; C
  
Point of View: Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze author point of view in reading selections.
Strand Scope Source
Author: Point of View Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B
  
Nonfiction: Respond
The learner will be able to respond to nonfiction materials including poetry and drama.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.8, #1.3.8.; F
  
Nonfiction: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Literature: Understand
The learner will be able to understand the study of literature by appreciating the personal, social, cultural and historical significance of a selection.
Strand Scope Source
Literature Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8.; A
  
Analyze: Figurative Language
The learner will be able to analyze the use of figurative language within a given poem and other genre.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Analyze Figurative Language Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8.; C
  
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Information Processing

Information/Concept Processing: Identify
The learner will be able to identify new concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Information/Ideas: Processing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Information/Concept Processing: Define
The learner will be able to define new concepts.
Strand Scope Source
Information/Ideas: Processing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
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Language Expressions

Sentence Structure: Length
The learner will be able to write using a variety of sentence lengths.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; D
  
Sentence Content: Variety/Type
The learner will be able to write a variety of sentence types.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; D
  
Conventions: Role/Literature/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the role of Standard English in literature.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8, B
  
Formal/Informal: Role/Speech/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the role of Standard English in speech.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions: Formal/Informal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8, B
  
Formal/Informal: Role/Writing/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the role of Standard English in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions: Formal/Informal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8, B
  
Conventions: Role Literature Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the role and place of standard American English in speech, writing and literature.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master Bloomsburg Area School District Curriculum 2000
  
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Language Mechanics

Capitalization: Use Correctly
The learner will be able to use capitalization correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Applications Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; F
  
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Discussion: Respect Views
The learner will be able to demonstrate respect for others' viewpoints while engaged in a discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Strategies: Note-Taking
The learner will be able to understand and use listening skills to take effective notes, as this will help his/her success in school.
Strand Scope Source
Listening Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; A
  
Literature: Relate/Previous Knowledge
The learner will be able to listen to a variety of literature and relate to previous knowledge.
Strand Scope Source
Literature Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Questions: Probing
The learner will be able to ask probing questions.
Strand Scope Source
Questions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; A, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Discussion: Ideas
The learner will be able to listen to and understand ideas exchanged in a discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Literary Device: Effect/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the effect of literary devices.
Strand Scope Source
Literary Device Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8.; C
  
Literature: Summarize/Identify
The learner will be able to summarize events in literature, identifying the key points.
Strand Scope Source
Literature Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
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Media Form: Understand
The learner will be able to understand a variety of media forms.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 6, #1.2.8, B
  
Media Form: Perspective/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze perspectives presented in various media forms.
Strand Scope Source
Media Form Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 6, #1.2.8, B
  
Media Message: Analyze/Audience
The learner will be able to analyze the effect of media messages on a targeted audience.
Strand Scope Source
Media Message Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 6, #1.2.8, B
  
Advertisement: Analyze/Role
The learner will be able to analyze the role of advertising in the media.
Strand Scope Source
Advertisement Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; F
  
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Reading Operations

Compare/Contrast: Idea/Theme/Issue
The learner will be able to compare and contrast ideas, themes, and issues in various reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Compare/Contrast Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Variety of Sources: Reading Selections
The learner will be able to read and comprehend material from a variety of sources including fiction and nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Source Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H and BASD Curriculum, 2000, Grade 8, p 3.
  
Variety of Sources: Fluent
The learner will be able to read a variety of text fluently.
Strand Scope Source
Source Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Main Idea: Extending
The learner will be able to extend the main idea of a given passage by applying it to a new context or situation.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Persuasive: Propaganda Form/Identify
The learner will be able to identify various forms of propaganda.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Inference: Related Ideas
The learner will be able to make inferences about related ideas in various texts.
Strand Scope Source
Inference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Figurative Language: Identify
The learner will be able to identify figurative language in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Figurative Language Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8, E
  
Strategies: Text Feature/Key Word
The learner will be able to use text features, such as key words, to understand informational materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; F
  
Strategies: Identify Facts/Ideas
The learner will be able to use strategies to identify facts and ideas in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; D
  
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 PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8.; A
  
Setting: Compare/Contrast
The learner will be able to compare and contrast setting in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Setting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Tone: Analyze/Nonfiction
The learner will be able to analyze the use of literary elements by an author including: characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view tone and style in nonfiction.
Strand Scope Source
Tone Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B and BASD Curriculum, 2000, Grade 8 p. 10.
  
Tone: Analyze/Fiction
The learner will be able to analyze the use of literary elements by an author including: characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view tone and style in fiction.
Strand Scope Source
Tone Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B and BASD Curriculum,2000, Grade 8, p.10.
  
Support: Evidence
The learner will be able to support his/her assertions about a text with evidence.
Strand Scope Source
Support Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Classification: Essential/Non-Essential
The learner will be able to classify information as essential or non-essential in a variety of media.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Classification: Non-Essential
The learner will be able to classify textual information as non-essential to reading comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Classification: Essential
The learner will be able to classify textual information as essential to reading comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Classification Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Reading Behaviors: Comprehension
The learner will be able to demonstrate comprehension skills.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Construct Meaning: Organization
The learner will be able to use organizational structures as clues to constructing meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Constructing Meaning: Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8, B
  
Analyzing: Ideas
The learner will be able to analyze ideas presented in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Analyzing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Analyzing: Ideas/Relevance
The learner will be able to analyze ideas for relevance.
Strand Scope Source
Analyzing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; A
  
Analyzing: Opinions/Relevance
The learner will be able to analyze opinions for relevance.
Strand Scope Source
Analyzing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; A
  
Analyzing: Relevance
The learner will be able to analyze information for relevance.
Strand Scope Source
Analyzing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; A
  
Reading Behaviors: Identify Materials
The learner will be able to identify appropriate reading materials for a given purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors: Selecting/Sharing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; A
  
Compare/Contrast: Reading Materials
The learner will be able to compare and contrast characters in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Character: Compare/Contrast Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Analyze: Plot Development/Reading
The learner will be able to analyze plot development in a reading selection.
Strand Scope Source
Plot: Analyze Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B
  
Events: Predict/Story
The learner will be able to predict events that may occur within a story.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting: Events Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Graphic Feature: Use
The learner will be able to use common graphical features to increase understanding of reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies: Graphic Features Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8, B
  
Analyze: Reading Materials
The learner will be able to analyze setting in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Setting: Analyze Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B
  
Analyze: Theme/Literary Selection
The learner will be able to analyze the theme of a literary selection.
Strand Scope Source
Themes: Analyze Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.7, #1.3.8, B
  
Response: Connection/Culture
The learner will be able to respond to literature by forming connections between a culture and him/herself.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Affective Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Response: Exam/Complex Text
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the complexity of a reading passage on an exam by responding with informed and sophisticated interpretations, ideas, and reflections.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Exams Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Response: Exam/Connecting
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of a reading passage on an exam by making connections between textual elements, language arts concepts, and his/her personal experiences.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Exams Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Critical Thinking: Reading Materials
The learner will be able to critically examine reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Critical Thinking Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Evaluating: Content
The learner will be able to evaluate the content of reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Evaluating Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Reading Behaviors: Extend/Literal
The learner will be able to extend understanding beyond literal interpretation.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Behaviors Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Response: Connections/Issues
The learner will be able to make connections among issues in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Affective Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
Strategies: Personal Experience
The learner will be able to apply personal experience to understand reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master PA: System of School Assessment, 1998, Grade 8, p. 17, Level 4 week tested: 33.
  
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Pronunciation: Across Curriculum
The learner will be able to apply pronunciation skills across the curriculum.
Strand Scope Source
Pronunciation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C
  
Conversation: Initiate
The learner will be able to initiate conversation.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E
  
Group: Adjust Tone
The learner will be able to adjust tone to encourage group participation.
Strand Scope Source
Group Communication Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Group: Adjust Involvement
The learner will be able to adjust involvement in a group to encourage equal participation.
Strand Scope Source
Group Communication Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Pronunciation: Pronounce Clearly
The learner will be able to pronounce words clearly.
Strand Scope Source
Pronunciation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Paraphrasing: Information
The learner will be able to paraphrase information.
Strand Scope Source
Paraphrasing/Restating Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Persuasion: Relevant Information
The learner will be able to support an opinion with relevant information.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Discussion: Role/Small Group
The learner will be able to participate in his/her assigned role during a small group discussion.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E
  
Discussion: Focus
The learner will be able to actively participate in large group discussions focusing on a topic or theme.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E
  
Vocal Characteristic: Emphasis/Meaning
The learner will be able to use emphasis to convey meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; C
  
Vocal Characteristic: Inflection/Meaning
The learner will be able to use inflection to convey meaning.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; C
  
Vocal Characteristic: Flow
The learner will be able to speak with an appropriate flow of words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Sentence Structure: Complete
The learner will be able to use complete sentences when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C
  
Formal: Speaking Skills/Appropriate
The learner will be able to use speaking skills appropriate to formal speaking situations.
Strand Scope Source
Communication: Formal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C
  
Questions: Ask Relevant
The learner will be able to ask relevant questions.
Strand Scope Source
Questions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Practices: Read Aloud
The learner will be able to read familiar materials aloud accurately.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Practices Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 4, #1.1.8.; H
  
Strategies: Expand Response
The learner will be able to expand on a response when prompted.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Strategies/Techniques Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Group: Participate/Small Group
The learner will be able to participate in small group presentations.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Group Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E
  
Group: Participate/Large Group
The learner will be able to participate in large group presentations.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: Group Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8, E
  
Summary: Prompted
The learner will be able to summarize when prompted.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Discussion: Participate
The learner will be able to participate in group discussions.
Strand Scope Source
Group Communication: Discussion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Support: Oral Presentation
The learner will be able to support his/her opinion in an oral presentation.
Strand Scope Source
Opinion: Support Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.14, #1.6.8.; D
  
Volume: Appropriate/Audience
The learner will be able to use appropriate volumes for a given audience.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic: Volume Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C
  
Volume: Purpose
The learner will be able to use appropriate volumes for a given speaking purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic: Volume Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8.; C
  
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Emergent Spelling: Common Words
The learner will be able to spell common words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Spelling Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; F
  
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Study and Research Skills

Sources: Credit/Documentation
The learner will be able to use a standard format to give accurate, formal credit for others' ideas, images or information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.19, #1.8.8.; C
  
Research Skills: Topic/Self-Selected
The learner will be able to develop a self-selected topic using research skills.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; A
  
Research Skills: Awareness
The learner will be able to demonstrate an awareness of the research process.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Process: Information/Written
The learner will be able to gather, record, and organize information for written reports.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills: Processes Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Sources: Locate
The learner will be able to locate appropriate sources of information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Sources: Select
The learner will be able to select appropriate reference source.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Sources: Cross Reference/Collect
The learner will be able to cross reference sources while collecting information.
Strand Scope Source
Reference Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Table of Contents: Choose
The learner will be able to select and use the table of contents as a reference source.
Strand Scope Source
Table of Contents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Glossary: Specialized Words
The learner will be able to use a glossary to understand specialized vocabulary words in the content areas.
Strand Scope Source
Glossary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; C
  
Notes: Organize/Sources
The learner will be able to organize notes taken from a variety of sources.
Strand Scope Source
Notes: Taking/Organizing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Print Styles: Graphics
The learner will be able to add graphics to enhance written text.
Strand Scope Source
Print Style Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8, B
  
Research Project: Format/Audience
The learner will be able to choose formatting techniques appropriate in aiding audience understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Research Project Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.19, #1.8.8.; C
  
Research Skills: Key Words
The learner will be able to use key words to locate information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Research Skills: Appropriate Strategies
The learner will be able to use appropriate research strategies to locate information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Research Skills: Traditional/Search
The learner will be able to use traditional search methods.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Research Skills: Search Strategies
The learner will be able to use search strategies to locate electronic information.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Research Skills: Central Ideas
The learner will be able to organize central ideas gained through research.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Research Skills: Central Ideas
The learner will be able to present the central ideas gained through research.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Research Skills: Fact/Opinion
The learner will be able to use traditional and multimedia resources to distinguish between fact and opinion.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Research Skills: Validity/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze information for validity.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Research Skills: Reliability/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze information for reliability.
Strand Scope Source
Research Skills Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Document: Context/Describe
The learner will be able to describe the context of a document.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Document: Understand/Variety
The learner will be able to understand a variety of documents.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G, p. 5, #1.2.8.; A
  
Document: Analyze/Position
The learner will be able to analyze the positions in a public document.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Document: Analyze/Evidence
The learner will be able to analyze the evidence in a public document.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Document: Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret a public document.
Strand Scope Source
Public Information: Documents Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; G
  
Primary/Secondary: Gather/Organize
The learner will be able to gather and organize information using primary and secondary sources.
Strand Scope Source
Reference: Primary/Secondary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Primary/Secondary: Informative/Write
The learner will be able to use primary and secondary sources to write an informative paper.
Strand Scope Source
Reference: Primary/Secondary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8, B
  
Evaluate: Quality
The learner will be able to evaluate the quality of a source.
Strand Scope Source
Reference: Evaluate Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
Evaluate: Importance
The learner will be able to evaluate the importance of a source.
Strand Scope Source
Reference: Evaluate Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8, B
  
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Base Word: Specialized
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of root words to understand specialized vocabulary words in the content areas.
Strand Scope Source
Base/Root Word Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; C
  
Context: Specialized Words
The learner will be able to use context clues to understand specialized vocabulary words in the content areas.
Strand Scope Source
Context Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; C
  
Strategies: Key Words/Curriculum
The learner will be able to use key words across the curriculum.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; F
  
Foreign Words: Meaning/Explain
The learner will be able to explain the meaning of frequently used foreign words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Foreign Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8.; A
  
Reference Sources: Dictionaries
The learner will be able to expand his/her vocabulary by using a dictionary.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Reference Sources Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8, E
  
Appropriate: Key Word/Use
The learner will be able to use key words appropriately .
Strand Scope Source
Word Choice: Appropriate Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8.; F
  
Unfamiliar Words: Monitor Text
The learner will be able to monitor text for unfamiliar vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Unfamiliar Words Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Strategies: Define/Unknown
The learner will be able to define unknown words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary Strategies: Unfamiliar Words Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.13, #1.6.8, B
  
Word Origin: Vocabulary Words
The learner will be able to understand the origins of vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Word Origin Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8.; A
  
Word Origin: Frequent Words/Explain
The learner will be able to explain the origins of frequently used words in the English language.
Strand Scope Source
Word Origin Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8.; A
  
Connotation: Figurative Meaning/Use
The learner will be able to use words with figurative meanings.
Strand Scope Source
Connotation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8, E
  
Denotation: Literal Meaning
The learner will be able to recognize the literal meaning of a word.
Strand Scope Source
Denotation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8, E
  
Denotation: Literal Meaning/Use
The learner will be able to use words with literal meanings.
Strand Scope Source
Denotation Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 3, #1.1.8, E
  
Writing: Newly Learned Words/Apply
The learner will be able to use writing experiences to practice applying newly learned vocabulary words.
Strand Scope Source
Vocabulary: Writing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p. 2, #1.1.8.; C
  
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Word: Describe/Common
The learner will be able to describe the meaning of commonly used words.
Strand Scope Source
Word Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.16, #1.7.8.; A
  
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Journal: Across Curriculum
The learner will be able to maintain journals in courses across the curriculum to record ideas and experiences.
Strand Scope Source
Journal Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; D
  
Persuasive: Use
The learner will be able to write in persuasive form.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Conclusion: Topic/Purpose
The learner will be able to restate the topic and purpose in the conclusion.
Strand Scope Source
Introduction/Conclusion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Introduction: Topic/Purpose
The learner will be able to state the topic and purpose in the introduction.
Strand Scope Source
Introduction/Conclusion Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Prewriting: Topic/Appropriateness
The learner will be able to identify a topic that is appropriate for a specific purpose and audience.
Strand Scope Source
Prewriting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; A
  
Revise: Logic/Organization
The learner will be able to revise writing for logic of organization.
Strand Scope Source
Revising Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Revise: Style
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve style.
Strand Scope Source
Revising Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Drafting: Comprehensive Content
The learner will be able to exhibit comprehensive content in his/her writing.
Strand Scope Source
Drafting Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Organization: Controlled
The learner will be able to write with controlled organization.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Organization: Paragraphs/Logical
The learner will be able to arrange paragraphs in a logical order.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Organization: Audience
The learner will be able to choose an organizational format which suits a given audience.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Organization: Purpose
The learner will be able to choose an organizational format which suits a given writing purpose.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Organization
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of organizational skills and strategies while writing.
Strand Scope Source
Organization Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Poetry: Original
The learner will be able to write original poetry.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Evaluating Writing: Decide/Appropriate
The learner will be able to evaluate writing to decide if the content is appropriate.
Strand Scope Source
Evaluating Writing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Publishing: Prepare Works
The learner will be able to present written works for publication.
Strand Scope Source
Publishing Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; G
  
Paragraph: Sentence/Logical
The learner will be able to arrange sentences within a paragraph in logical order.
Strand Scope Source
Paragraph Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Story Elements
The learner will be able to write short stories, poems and plays including necessary literary elements.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A and BASD Curriculum, 2000, Grade 8, p.14.
  
Story Elements: Conflict
The learner will be able to apply an understanding of conflict to write stories.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Story Elements: Use
The learner will be able to use story elements in writing such as: illustrations, dialogue, conflict, story line, character development, organizational methods, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A, BASD Curriculum, 2000, Grade 8, p.14.
  
Drama: Play
The learner will be able to write a play.
Strand Scope Source
Drama Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Persuasive: Convincing Evidence
The learner will be able to use convincing evidence to support persuasive writing.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Elaborate Evidence
The learner will be able to use elaborate evidence to support persuasive writing.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Cite/Evidence
The learner will be able to cite sources of evidence use in persuasive writing.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Reader's Attention
The learner will be able to develop a reader's attention in a persuasive piece.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Issue
The learner will be able to write a persuasive piece which clearly takes a position on an issue.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Reader Concerns/Anticipate
The learner will be able to write a persuasive piece that anticipates the concerns of the reader.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Persuasive: Reader Concerns/Address
The learner will be able to write a persuasive piece that addresses the concerns of the reader.
Strand Scope Source
Persuasive Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.10, #1.4.8.; C
  
Summary: Research/Reference Material
The learner will be able to summarize information gained from reference material in preparation for a research paper.
Strand Scope Source
Summary Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Research Paper: Thesis
The learner will be able to establish and focus on a central thesis when writing a research paper.
Strand Scope Source
Research Paper Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.18, #1.8.8.; C
  
Dialogue: Incorporate
The learner will be able to incorporate dialogue into written works.
Strand Scope Source
Dialogue Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Focus: Details
The learner will be able to elaborate details to develop the focus of a topic.
Strand Scope Source
Clarity/Focus Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Focus: Sharpen
The learner will be able to sharpen the focus of a written work.
Strand Scope Source
Clarity/Focus Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; A
  
Literary Device: Use
The learner will be able to begin to incorporate literary devices into his/her written works.
Strand Scope Source
Literary Device Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.9, #1.4.8.; A
  
Edit: Punctuation
The learner will be able to edit for correct use of punctuation.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; F
  
Edit: Standard English Conventions
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of Standard English language conventions to edit written works.
Strand Scope Source
Editing: Language Conventions Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; F
  
Revise: Main Idea
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve the main idea.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Revise: Paragraph Development
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve paragraph development.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Revise: Tone
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve tone.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Revise: Content/Evaluate
The learner will be able to revise writing by evaluating content.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Tone: Develop/Precise/Language
The learner will be able to develop tone through the precise use of language.
Strand Scope Source
Tone Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; D
  
Voice: Develop/Precise/Language
The learner will be able to develop voice through the precise use of language.
Strand Scope Source
Voice Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; D
  
Topic: Information/Focus
The learner will be able to elaborate information to develop the focus of a topic.
Strand Scope Source
Topic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8, B
  
Topic: Distinct Focus
The learner will be able to write with a distinct focus.
Strand Scope Source
Topic Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; A
  
Transition: Composition
The learner will be able to write a composition with effective transitions.
Strand Scope Source
Transition Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.11, #1.5.8.; C
  
Sentence: Complete/Create
The learner will be able to create complete written sentences.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Writing: Sentence Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; F
  
Style: Understand
The learner will be able to understand different writing styles.
Strand Scope Source
Style Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8.; D
  
Word Choice: Improve
The learner will be able to revise writing to improve word choices.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Word Choice Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
Detail: Change
The learner will be able to revise his/her writing to change details.
Strand Scope Source
Revising: Content/Detail Master PA: Academic Standards, January 16, 1999, Grade 8, p.12, #1.5.8, E
  
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