Foundational Standard 1 - INQUIRE: Build new knowledge by inquiring, thinking critically, identifying problems, and developing strategies for solving problems.1
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THINK The learner displays curiosity and initiative by being able to:1.T
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1.T.1 Formulate questions about a personal interest or a curricular topic.1.T.1
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1.T.2 Recall prior and background knowledge as context for new meaning.1.T.2
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CREATE The learner engages with new knowledge by:1.C
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1.C.1 Use evidence to investigate questions.1.C.1
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1.C.2 Devise and implement a plan to fill knowledge gaps.1.C.2
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1.C.3 Generate products that illustrate learning1.C.3
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SHARE The learner adapts, communicates, and exchanges learning products with others by being able to:1.S
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1.S.1 Interact with content presented by others.1.S.1
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1.S.2. Provide feedback.1.S.2
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1.S.3 Act on feedback to improve.1.S.3
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1.S.4 Share products with an authentic audience.1.S.4
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GROW The learner participates in an ongoing inquiry- based process as evidenced by the ability to:1.G
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1.G.1 Continually seek knowledge.1.G.1
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1.G.2 Engage in inquiry.1.G.2
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1.G.3 Enact new understanding through realworld connections.1.G.3
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1.G.4 Use reflection to guide informed decisions.1.G.4
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Foundational Standard 2 - INCLUDE: Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to inclusiveness and respect for diversity in the learning community.2
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THINK The learner contributes a balanced perspective when participating in a learning community as evidenced by the ability to:2.T
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2.T.1 Articulate an awareness of the contributions of a range of learners.2.T.1
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2.T.2 Adopt a discerning stance toward points of view and opinions expressed in information resources and learning products.2.T.2
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2.T.3 Describe their understanding of cultural relevancy and placement within the global learning community.2.T.3
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CREATE The learner adjusts their awareness of the global learning community by demonstrating the ability to:2.C
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2.C.1 Interact with learners who reflect a range of perspectives.2.C.1
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2.C.2 Evaluate a variety of perspectives during learning activities.2.C.2
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2.C.3 Represent diverse perspectives during learning activities.2.C.3
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SHARE The learner exhibits empathy with and tolerance for diverse ideas as evidenced by the ability to:2.S
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2.S.1 Engage in informed conversation and active debate.2.S.1
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2.S.2 Contribute to discussions in which multiple viewpoints on a topic are expressed.2.S.2
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GROW The learner demonstrates empathy and equity in knowledge building within the global learning community as evidenced by the ability to:2.G
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2.G.1 Seek interactions with a range of learners.2.G.1
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2.G.2 Demonstrate interest in other perspectives during learning activities.2.G.2
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2.G.3 Reflect on their own place within the global learning community.2.G.3
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Foundational Standard 3 - COLLABORATE: Work effectively with others to broaden perspectives and work toward common goals.3
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THINK The learner identifies collaborative opportunities as evidenced by the ability to:3.T
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3.T.1 Demonstrate a desire to broaden and deepen understanding.3.T.1
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3.T.2 Develop new understandings through engagement in a learning group.3.T.2
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3.T.3 Decide to solve problems informed by group interaction.3.T.3
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CREATE The learner participates in personal, social, and intellectual networks as evidenced by the ability to:3.C
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3.C.1 Use a variety of communication tools and resources.3.C.1
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3.C.2 Establish connections with other learners to build on their own prior knowledge and create new knowledge.3.C.2
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SHARE The learner works working productively with others to solve problems as evidenced by the ability to:3.S
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3.S.1 Solicit and respond to feedback from others.3.S.1
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3.S.2 Involve diverse perspectives in their own inquiry processes.3.S.2
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GROW The learner actively participates with others in learning situations as evidenced by the ability to:3.G
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3.G.1 Actively contribute to group discussions.3.G.1
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3.G.2 Recognize learning as a social responsibility.3.G.2
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Foundational Standard 4 - CURATE: Make meaning for oneself and others by collecting, organizing, and sharing resources of personal relevance4
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THINK The learner acts on an information need as evidenced by the ability to:4.T
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4.T.1 Determine the need to gather information.4.T.1
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4.T.2 Identify possible sources of information.4.T.2
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4.T.3 Make critical choices about information sources to use.4.T.3
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CREATE The learner gathers information appropriate to the task as evidenced by the ability to:4.C
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4.C.1 Seek a variety of sources.4.C.1
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4.C.2 Collect information representing diverse perspectives.4.C.2
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4.C.3 Systematically question and assess the validity and accuracy of information.4.C.3
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4.C.4 Organize information by priority, topic or other systematic scheme.4.C.4
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SHARE The learner exchanges information resources within and beyond their learning community as evidenced by the ability to:4.S
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4.S.1 Access and evaluate collaboratively constructed information sites.4.S.1
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4.S.2 Contribute to collaboratively constructed information sites by ethically using and reproducing others’ work.4.S.2
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4.S.3 Join with others to compare and contrast information derived from collaboratively constructed information sites.4.S.3
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GROW The learner selects and organizes information for a variety of audiences as evidenced by the ability to:4.G
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4.G.1 Perform ongoing analysis of and reflection on the quality, usefulness, and accuracy of curated resources.4.G.1
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4.G.2 Integrate and depict in a conceptual knowledge network their understanding gained from resources.4.G.2
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4.G.3 Openly communicate curation processes for others to use, interpret, and validate.4.G.3
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Foundational Standard 5 - EXPLORE: Discover and innovate in a growth mindset developed through experience and reflection.5
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THINK The learner develops and satisfies personal curiosity as evidenced by the ability to:5.T
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5.T.1 Read widely and deeply in multiple formats and write and create for a variety of purposes.5.T.1
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5.T.2 Reflect and question assumptions and possible misconceptions.5.T.2
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5.T.3 Engage in inquirybased processes for personal growth.5.T.3
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CREATE The learner constructs new knowledge as evidenced by the ability to:5.C
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5.C.1 Problem solve through cycles of design, implementation, and reflection.5.C.1
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5.C.2 Persist through selfdirected pursuits by tinkering and making.5.C.2
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SHARE The learner engages with the learning community as evidenced by the ability to:5.S
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5.S.1 Express curiosity about a topic of personal interest or curricular relevance.5.S.1
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5.S.2 Co-construct innovative means of investigation.5.S.2
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5.S.3 Collaboratively identify innovative solutions to a challenge or problem.5.S.3
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GROW The learner develops through experience and reflections as evidenced by the ability to:5.G
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5.G.1 Iteratively respond to challenges.5.G.1
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5.G.2 Recognize capabilities and skills that can be developed, improved, and expanded5.G.2
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5.G.3. Open-mindedly accept feedback for positive and constructive growth.5.G.3
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Foundational Standard 6 - ENGAGE: Demonstrate safe, legal, and ethical creating and sharing of knowledge products independently while engaging in a community of practice and an interconnected world.6
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THINK The learner follows ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information as evidenced by the ability to:6.T
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6.T.1 Responsibly apply information, technology, and media to learning.6.T.1
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6.T.2 Understand the ethical use of information, technology, and media.6.T.2
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6.T.3 Evaluate information for accuracy, validity, social and cultural context, and appropriateness for need.6.T.3
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CREATE The learner uses valid information and reasoned conclusions to make ethical decisions in the creation of knowledge as evidenced by the ability to:6.C
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6.C.1 Ethically use and reproduce others’ work.6.C.1
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6.C.2 Acknowledge authorship and demonstrate respect for the intellectual property of others.6.C.2
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6.C.3 Include elements in personal-knowledge products that allow others to credit content appropriately6.C.3
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SHARE The learner responsibly, ethically, and legally shares new information with a global community as evidenced by the ability to:6.S
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6.S.1 Share information resources in accordance with modification, reuse, and remix policies.6.S.1
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6.S.2 Disseminate new knowledge through means appropriate for the intended audience.6.S.2
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GROW The learner engages with information to extend personal learning as evidenced by the ability to:6.G
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6.G.1 Personalize their use of information and information technologies.6.G.1
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6.G.2 Reflect on the process of ethical generation of knowledge.6.G.2
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6.G.3 Inspire others to engage in safe, responsible, ethical, and legal information behaviors.6.G.3
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Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
- Where can I read the official document?
- Nevada Academic Content Standards
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