Goals

// DRAFT 3 //
 * Goal Statements Revised for Increased Emphasis on 21st Century Skills **

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 * Goal 1: To analyze and interpret literature **


 * Interpret literal and figurative meaning of written, spoken, and multimedia texts
 * Cite similarities and differences in meaning among selected works of literature or media pieces.
 * Demonstrate understanding of important structural elements and their application to different types of literature including multimedia pieces.
 * Create an objective summary of text or media including the central idea.
 * Determine theme and its relationship to setting, character, and plot.

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 * Goal 2: To synthesize and evaluate informational text **


 * Make inferences and draw conclusions based on information in given passages or multimedia pieces
 * Evaluate and apply understanding of text or multimedia features for a specified purpose and audience.
 * Synthesize info from multiple sources to defend a point of view or explain historical events or scientific ideas.
 * Judge reliability and validity of informational text sources including, but not limited to, internet, periodicals, and other print resources
 * Compare and contrast the most important points and key details presented in two sources on the same topic.

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 * Goal 3: To become persuasive, informational, and narrative writers **


 * Write for multiple purposes and audiences using various media.
 * Develop a written persuasive essay, letter, editorial, etc., given a topic.
 * Generate a variety of informational pieces.
 * Create a number of narrative pieces.
 * Write a research paper on a given topic.
 * Respond to a prompt (eg. text, art, map, media, etc.) using evidence.
 * Complete various pieces using the writing process.
 * Assess writing and multimedia communication of self and others.

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 * Goal 4: To develop linguistic competency **


 * Apply knowledge of parts of speech to understand how words function in multiple contexts
 * Develop and apply vocabulary commensurate with reading.
 * Apply Standard English usage and syntax in multiple contexts.
 * Evaluate effective use of words, sentences, and paragraphs in context.
 * Analyze and interpret text containing figurative language and utilize figurative language to convey meaning effectively in written, oral, and technological communication.

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 * Goal 5: To become effective communicators **


 * Discriminate between informative and persuasive messages.
 * Evaluate an oral persuasive message according to main idea and arguments cited to support it.
 * Evaluate a multimedia message according to main idea and elements of persuasion or reasoning.
 * Initiate and participate in a range of collaborative discussions including giving and receiving constructive feedback.Organize oral and multimedia presentations based on predetermined criteria
 * Utilize appropriate technology and multimedia to effectively communicate.
 * Evaluate writing, speaking, and multimedia communication of self and others.

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 * Goal 6: To develop and apply critical and creative thinking (problem solving) **


 * Study, compare, contrast, and utilize a variety of thinking, reasoning, and problem solving models (e.g. Paul’s Reasoning, Bloom’s Taxonomy).
 * Identify purpose of written, spoken, and multimedia communication of self and others.
 * Identify problems, ask significant questions, research to find related facts, generate ideas, consider alternatives, and find solutions.
 * Acknowledge and consider more than one perspective.
 * Evaluate the validity of a claim or source based on evidence or criteria.
 * Provide evidence and data to support a claim, issue, or thesis statement.
 * Collaborate on critical and creative thinking (problem solving) activities or products


 * NOTE: Consider Habits of Mind Remain skeptical, active, and open-minded.

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 * Goal 7: To understand the concept of _ **