Learning Domain: Language Standards

Standard: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. Introduce: a. Use punctuation (i.e., brackets and ellipses) as appropriate for advanced types and purposes of writing. b. Observe hyphenation conventions. Practice: c. Spell grade-appropriate words correctly, consulting references as needed and/or using spelling patterns and generalizations. (e.g., word families, position-based spelling, syllable patterns, ending rules, meaningful word parts) Display proficiency in: d. Use punctuation (i.e., comma, dash, parentheses) to set off nonrestrictive/parenthetical elements. e. Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses. f. Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation. Continually use and maintain proficiency: Refer to charts in this section.

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Learning Domain: Language Standards

Standard: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 9–10 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. a. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. b. Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech (e.g., analyze, analysis, analytical; advocate, advocacy). c. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, it’s part of speech, or its etymology.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Informational/Nonfiction Text

Standard: Read closely to comprehend texts of grade-level appropriate complexity: a. Determine what the text says explicitly and implicitly. b. Provide an objective summary of the text. c. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Informational/Nonfiction Text

Standard: Determine an author’s point of view or purpose and possible biases in a text, and analyze how the author’s choices advance or detract from the effectiveness of the text.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Literature/Fiction

Standard: Read closely to comprehend texts of grade-level appropriate complexity: a. Determine what the text says explicitly and implicitly. b. Provide an objective summary of the text. c. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Literature/Fiction

Standard: Determine and analyze a theme and/or central idea of texts: a. Determine a theme and/or central idea. b. Analyze in detail the development of the theme or idea over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details c. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Literature/Fiction

Standard: Analyze how and why characters and/or textual elements develop and interact over the course of a text: a. Analyze how complex characters and/or literary elements (e.g., characters with multiple or conflicting motivations; symbolism, mood, setting, etc. in poetry) develop over the course of a text, interact with other elements, and advance the plot or develop the theme. b. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence.

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Literature/Fiction

Standard: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., evoking a sense of time and place; setting a formal or informal tone; identifying bias in language).

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Learning Domain: Reading Standards for Literature/Fiction

Standard: Find connections between texts to analyze and evaluate how effectively an author draws on other texts in a specific work (e.g., through allusions, prequels, sequels; transforming an earlier story).

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Learning Domain: Speaking and Listening Standards

Standard: Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. a. Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas. b. Work with peers to set rules for collaborative discussions and decision-making (e.g., informal consensus, taking votes on key issues, presentation of alternate views), clear goals and deadlines, and individual roles as needed. c. Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions. d. Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives; summarize points of agreement and disagreement; when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented.

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Learning Domain: Writing Standards

Standard: Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. a. Introduce precise claim(s) and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims; engage and orient the reader. b. Organize writing that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. c. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims, pointing out the strengths and limitations of both by supplying relevant and credible evidence. d. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims. e. Establish and maintain an appropriate style and tone suitable for the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. f. Provide a conclusion that follows from and supports the argument presented.

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Learning Domain: Writing Standards

Standard: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. a. Introduce a topic and establish a clear focus, purpose, and thesis statement to and engage and orient the reader. b. Organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aid comprehension. c. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate for purpose and audience. d. Use appropriate and varied transitions to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts. e. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic. f. Establish and maintain an appropriate style and tone suitable for the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. g. Provide a conclusion that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).

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Learning Domain: Writing Standards

Standard: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, style, and format (e.g., MLA, APA) are appropriate to a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. (Gradespecific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3.).

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Learning Domain: Writing Standards

Standard: Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1–3 up to and including grades 9–10.).

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Learning Domain: Writing Standards

Standard: Draw evidence from texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, using comprehension and analysis skills described in 9-10 reading standards.

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