INQUIRY AND DESIGN THINKING1

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    Connect

    1. 1

       Identifies key words and ideas that appear in background information and class conversation1.1

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    Wonder

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      Assesses questions to determine which can be answered by simple facts, which cannot be answered, and which would lead to an interesting inquiry1.2

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    Investigate

    1. 3

      Begins to use selected search engines to find appropriate information1.3

    2. 4

      Uses online catalog independently to locate specific books, get classification numbers, and browse the shelves1.4

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      Evaluates, selects, and uses both primary and secondary sources with attention to perspective and comprehensiveness1.5

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      Selects information from multiple sources that answers the research questions1.6

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      Differentiates between important and unimportant details1.7

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      Takes notes using one or more of a variety of notetaking strategies (e.g., outlining, underlining, bulleted lists, highlighting, graphic organizers, reflective notetaking)1.8

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    Construct

    1. 9

      Interprets information and ideas by defining, classifying, and inferring1.9

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    Express

    1. 10

      Presents conclusions and supporting facts in a variety of ways1.10

    2. 11

      Cites all sources used according to local style formats1.11

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    Reflect

    1. 12

      Identifies own strengths (academic, social, and emotional) and sets goals for improvement1.12

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    Design Thinking

    1. 13

      Selects and uses resources and technology to investigate identified problems through active experimentation, experience, creation, and engagement 1.13

MULTIPLE LITERACIES 2

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    MULTIPLE LITERACIES 2

 Participates in literary discussions and book clubs2.1

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     Participates in literary discussions and book clubs2.1

Evaluates the impact of media by looking at the use of the language of the medium (e.g., use of color, pace, perspective, visuals)2.2

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    Evaluates the impact of media by looking at the use of the language of the medium (e.g., use of color, pace, perspective, visuals)2.2

Develops the skills of public speaking (e.g., clear delivery, eye contact, body language, voice, pace)2.3

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    Develops the skills of public speaking (e.g., clear delivery, eye contact, body language, voice, pace)2.3

SOCIAL AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY3

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    SOCIAL AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY3

Evaluates and compares the authority, credibility, accuracy (by fact-checking), and point of view of all sources of information3.1

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    Evaluates and compares the authority, credibility, accuracy (by fact-checking), and point of view of all sources of information3.1

Expresses own opinion in an appropriate manner, even when the opinion differs from the ideas of others3.2

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    Expresses own opinion in an appropriate manner, even when the opinion differs from the ideas of others3.2

Abides by the Acceptable Use Policy by accessing only appropriate information and using technology responsibly3.3

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    Abides by the Acceptable Use Policy by accessing only appropriate information and using technology responsibly3.3

PERSONAL GROWTH AND AGENCY4

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    PERSONAL GROWTH AND AGENCY4

Sets reading goals and reads independently4.1

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    Sets reading goals and reads independently4.1

Builds trusting relationship with diverse peers and adults through collaboration and communication [relationship skills]4.2

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    Builds trusting relationship with diverse peers and adults through collaboration and communication [relationship skills]4.2

Demonstrates respect for diverse people and perspectives [social awareness]4.3

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    Demonstrates respect for diverse people and perspectives [social awareness]4.3

Exhibits effective skills in sharing knowledge gained through personal and academic pursuits4.4

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    Exhibits effective skills in sharing knowledge gained through personal and academic pursuits4.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6