What grade levels do these standards cover?

Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12

Where can I read the official document?

Alaska Social Studies Standards

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Construct compelling questions representing key ideas of the disciplines.SS.9‐12.1.1
2
Construct supporting questions that address key ideas identified in compelling questions.SS.9‐12.1.2
3
Explain points of agreement and disagreement that experts have about the interpretation and application of ideas associated with a compelling question.SS.9‐12.1.3
4
Critique compelling questions that reflect an enduring issue in the field.SS.9‐12.1.4

1
Gather relevant information from multiple sources and types of sources representing a wide range of views while using the origin, authority, structure, context, and corroborative value of the sources to guide the selection.SS.9‐12.2.1
2
Evaluate the credibility of a source by examining how experts value the source.SS.9‐12.2.2
3
Evaluate the credibility of an expert.SS.9‐12.2.3
4
Recognize how expertise is developed from multiple ways of knowing.SS.9‐12.2.4
5
Recognize author or expert bias.SS.9‐12.2.5

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Develop a defensible claim using evidence from multiple sources and perspectives.SS.9‐12.3.1
2
Revise and strengthen claims by identifying inconsistencies in evidence.SS.9‐12.3.2
3
Address counterclaims by conceding, qualifying, or modifying the argument based on the strengths and limitations of the evidence.SS.9‐12.3.3
4
Construct arguments using precise and knowledgeable claims from multiple sources and perspectives.SS.9‐12.3.4

1
Tailor the argument to the audience.SS.9‐12.4.1
2
Present adaptations of arguments and explanations that feature evocative ideas and perspectives on issues and topics to reach a range of audiences and venues outside the classroom in print, digital, and oral mediums.SS.9‐12.4.2
3
Evaluate the credibility and relevance of arguments by critiquing their claims and evidence.SS.9‐12.4.3
4
Critique the use of the reasoning, sequencing, and supporting details of explanations.SS.9‐12.4.4
5
Revise ideas based on new knowledge and feedback.SS.9‐12.4.5
6
Utilize storytelling to effectively communicate historical, social, cultural, and political ideas.SS.9‐12.4.6
7
Share personal views with the intent of promoting mutual understanding and productive, nonhostile speech.SS.9‐12.4.7
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Listen to understand.SS.9‐12.4.8

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Identify local, regional, and/or global problems by using varying perspectives and ways of knowing.SS.9‐12.5.1
2
Honor and acknowledge varying perspectives when engaging in civil discourse about problems or issues by using logic, persuasion, evidence, information, and argumentation.SS.9‐12.5.2
3
Examine the historical context of issues to explain the challenges and opportunities faced by those trying to address them.SS.9‐12.5.3
4
Engage in public and reflective conversations about civic challenges and issues in order to extend understanding with varying perspectives.SS.9‐12.5.4
5
Apply a range of deliberative strategies and procedures to make decisions and propose feasible solutions to address local, regional, and/or global concerns.SS.9‐12.5.5
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Create and implement solutions to a local issue incorporating perspectives from local experts.SS.9‐12.5.6

What grade levels do these standards cover?: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?: Alaska Social Studies Standards

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