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K–12 Standards

Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science: Grades 6, 7, 8

Other Arkansas Science sets

Reading Standards for Literacy in Science

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    Key Ideas and Details

    1. 1.

      Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of science and technical texts.RST.6-8.1

    2. 2.

      Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; provide an accurate summary of the text distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.RST.6-8.2

    3. 3.

      Follow precisely a multi-step procedure when carrying out experiments taking measurements, or performing technical tasks.RST.6-8.3

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    Craft and Structure

    1. 4.

      Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to Grades 6-8 texts and topics.RST.6-8.4

    2. 5.

      Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, including how the major sections contribute to the whole and to an understanding of the topic.RST.6-8.5

    3. 6.

      Analyze the author's purpose in providing an explanation, describing a procedure, or discussing an experiment in a text.RST.6-8.6

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    Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

    1. 7.

      Integrate quantitative or technical information expressed in words in a text with a version of that information expressed visually (e.g., in a flowchart, diagram, model, graph, or table).RST.6-8.7

    2. 8.

      Distinguish among facts, reasoned judgment based on research findings, and speculation in a text.RST.6-8.8

    3. 9.

      Compare and contrast the information gained from experiments, simulations, video, or multimedia sources with that gained from reading a text on the same topic.RST.6-8.9

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    Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

    1. 10.

      By the end of Grade 8, read and comprehend science/technical texts in the Grades 6-8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.RST.6-8.10

Writing Standards for Literacy in Science

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    Text Types and Purposes

    1. 1.

      Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.WHST.6-8.1

      1. a.

        Introduce claim(s) about a topic or issue, acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.WHST.6-8.1.a

      2. b.

        Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, accurate data and evidence that demonstrate an understanding of the topic or text, using credible sources.WHST.6-8.1.b

      3. c.

        Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.WHST.6-8.1.c

      4. d.

        Establish and maintain a formal style.WHST.6-8.1.d

      5. e.

        Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.WHST.6-8.1.e

    2. 2.

      Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/experiments, or technical processes.WHST.6-8.2

      1. a.

        Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.WHST.6-8.2.a

      2. b.

        Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.WHST.6-8.2.b

      3. c.

        Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.WHST.6-8.2.c

      4. d.

        Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.WHST.6-8.2.d

      5. e.

        Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone.WHST.6-8.2.e

      6. f.

        Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.WHST.6-8.2.f

    3. 3.

      Not applicable as a separate requirementWHST.6-8.3

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    Production and Distribution of Writing

    1. 4.

      Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.WHST.6-8.4

    2. 5.

      With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.WHST.6-8.5

    3. 6.

      Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.WHST.6-8.6

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    Research to Build and Present Knowledge

    1. 7.

      Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.WHST.6-8.7

    2. 8.

      With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.WHST.6-8.8

    3. 9.

      Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.WHST.6-8.9

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    Range of Writing

    1. 10.

      Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.WHST.6-8.10

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
When were these standards adopted?
2016
Where can I read the official document?
Arkansas Disciplinary Literacy Standards for Science

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