Grade 8
Other North Dakota English Language Arts sets
Other North Dakota English Language Arts sets
Eighth Grade
Communication
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Presentational Communication
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Construct and deliver formal and informal presentations considering the audience and purpose, including multimedia components when appropriate.8.C.1
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Present ideas using proper eye contact, body language, volume, and pronunciation in formal and informal presentations.8.C.2
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Covered at the K-5 level.8.C.3
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Covered at the K-5 level.8.C.4
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Collaboration
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Prepare for discussions by finding relevant and specific connections to the topic or text.8.C.5
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Engage in a range of discussions and/or debates.8.C.6
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Use active listening skills to stay focused and present.8.C.6.a
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Reference others' ideas and/or connections to a text.8.C.6.b
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Synthesize texts.8.C.6.c
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Collaborate cooperatively with peers to accomplish a common goal or purpose.8.C.7
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Reading
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Comprehension
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Covered at the K-5 level.8.R.1
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Comprehend a variety of texts while developing inferences and providing relevant textual evidence and reasoning.8.R.2
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Summarize and/or paraphrase nonfiction texts objectively, including relevant details and avoiding unnecessary information.8.R.3.A
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Summarize and/or paraphrase literary texts objectively, including relevant details and avoiding unnecessary information.8.R.3.B
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Determine a main idea(s), claim(s), or theme(s) and provide relevant textual evidence and supportive reasoning.8.R.4
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Determine the meaning and purpose of words and phrases as they contribute to the text, including figurative, denotative, and connotative meanings.8.R.5
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Text Analysis
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Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, including how sections, paragraphs, stanzas, and/or particular sentences contribute to the development of ideas and the overall purpose of the text.8.R.6
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Analyze how an author uses figurative language and specific word choice to affect the meaning and tone.8.R.7
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Analyze a variety of fiction texts using textual evidence for support.8.R.8
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Analyze how the characters and plot develop over the course of a text, interact with other elements, and advance the plot or develop the theme(s).8.R.8.a
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Analyze how a story's point of view affects the text's overall meaning.8.R.8.b
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Analyze how multiple works or genres address the same topic.8.R.8.c
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Analyze how an author's background, environment, time period, or culture affects the telling of a story.8.R.8.d
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Analyze a variety of nonfiction texts using textual evidence for support.8.R.9
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Analyze how an author's point of view influences the purpose of the text.8.R.9.a
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Analyze multiple texts comparing how the authors present information about a similar topic.8.R.9.b
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Writing
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Text Types and Structure
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Produce clear and coherent writing organized logically according to the task, purpose, and audience.8.W.1
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Write using a clear organizational structure incorporating an introduction, transitions, body paragraph(s), and a conclusion appropriate to the task.8.W.2
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Write using informative/explanatory techniques to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information utilizing different mediums when appropriate.8.W.3
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Write using argumentative techniques to develop claims and counterclaims using supporting evidence and logical reasoning.8.W.4
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Write using narrative techniques to develop real or imagined experiences or events using well-chosen details and structured event sequences.8.W.5
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Writing Process and Craft
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Develop and strengthen writing by planning, drafting, revising, and editing to address specific purposes for the genre and audience.8.W.6
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Produce writing that uses intentional word choice and voice to match the writing purpose.8.W.7
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Language Usage
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Apply language knowledge for specific tasks, purposes, intentions, and audience, resolving usage issues as needed.8.L.1
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Use simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences to add variety and interest.8.L.1.a
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Recognize and correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons.8.L.1.b
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Use varying forms of punctuation accurately.8.L.1.c
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Follow standard grammar conventions mastered in previous grades.8.L.1.d
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Inquiry And Research
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Develop research questions based on self-generated topics, problems, or needs.8.IR.1
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Gather and interpret relevant information for a variety of purposes.8.IR.2
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Organize main concepts from a variety of sources using multiple notetaking strategies.8.IR.3
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Analyze the credibility of a source based on bias, perspective, and purpose.8.IR.4
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Integrate information from sources using a standardized format.8.IR.5
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Reference sources, including in-text citations, when quoting, paraphrasing, and/or summarizing to avoid plagiarism.8.IR.5.a
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Generate a citation/bibliography page using a standardized format.8.IR.5.b
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Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 8
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2023
- Where can I read the official document?
- North Dakota English Language Arts Content Standards
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