Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Listening

Speaking

Reading

Writing

Oral Language

Match everyday oral content-related words and phrases to pictures, diagrams, or photographs

Select resources, places, products, or figures from oral statements and visual supports

Order events or stages of phenomena from oral statements

Identify words and phrases related to sequence

Match oral information to pictures, diagrams, or photographs that show points of view

Distinguish words and phrases related to opinions or facts from oral statements

Match oral descriptions of characters or main events in content-related topics

Follow modeled oral commands

Sequence steps in processes or procedures described orally

Compare information, symbols, or icons on charts or tables described orally

Recognize the pros or cons of issues from short oral statements

Identify claims in oral statements

Identify main ideas from short content-related oral presentations

Classify examples of genres read aloud (e.g., types of narration)

Recognize relationships in a series of oral statements

Identify causes for particular events or phenomena in short oral presentations

Organize information related to different perspectives presented orally

Identify language choices that represent specific points of view from a series of oral statements

Follow the steps of content-related tasks or assignments given orally

Identify details from oral discussions (e.g., when, who, where, what, and why)

Identify components of systems from multimedia

Interprete cause and effect from oral discourse

Classify claims and evidence from oral presentations

Differentiate multiple perspectives presented orally

Reconstruct past experiences or series of events based on oral discourse

Recognize nuanced meanings of words and phrases in extended oral discourse

Identify effects and consequences of events and phenomena from class discussions

Identify interdependence of different parts of systems from multimedia presentations

Identify how language choices connect to particular audiences

Evaluate the purpose of arguments presented by others

Categorize perspectives of multiple speakers

Identify important information on specific events and concepts from lectures and presentations

Recognize specific language used to enhance clarity and precision

Recognize and follow language related to the same event or phenomenon throughout presentations

Identify strengths, limitations, and potential biases from oral presentations

Organize claims and counter claims presented in debates

Name and briefly describe content topics using visual support (e.g., posters, diagrams, pictures)

Answer select yes/no or Wh- questions

Order events or stages of phenomena with sequential language (e.g., first, next, step 1)

Use words and phrases to identify visually supported phenomena

Relate points of view with visual support (e.g., posters, photographs)

State pros and cons listed visually on a topic

Restate information using content-specific terms

Provide examples of content-related information previously studied

Name properties, characteristics or features of illustrated content-related topics

Pose and respond to Wh- questions that relate to phenomena

Respond to oral or written claims

Offer facts or opinion statements as appropriate to discussion

Pose and respond to questions in small group discussions

Describe the sequence of processes, cycles, procedures, or events with details

Connect causes to effects in a series of statements

Sequence processes, cycles, or procedures in short extended discourse

State claims matched to evidence using a series of related sentences

Suggest details or reasons to reinforce points of view

Present factual information on content-related topics to the class

Paraphrase and summarize content-related ideas in large and small groups

Describe components of systems in small groups and class discussions

Provide precise words and phrases to provide details, descriptions, classifications, comparisons, causes/effects, or procedures

Take stances and defend them with evidence (e.g., using data or citations)

Compare and contrast different points of view

Engage in extended discussion of effects, impacts, or events related to content topics

Give multimedia oral presentations on content-related material learned from various sources

Present information using an objective, neutral tone in extended discourse

Use nominalization to compress information and maintain coherence (e.g., "This expansion…," "Weathering…," "An implication...")

Challenge evidence and claims in debates

Convince audiences of personal points of view using persuasive language

Match key content-related terms and ideas to images, graphs, icons, or diagrams

Sequence illustrated text of narrative or informational events

Identify key words and phrases that describe the topics or phenomena

Recognize sequence statements and illustrations that describe phenomena

Match media (e.g., posters, photos, banners) with point of view words and phrases

Connect characters/historical figures with positions or stances on various issues

Identify patterns specific to narrative or informational text (e.g., orientation, presentation of events, conclusion)

Locate main ideas in a series of related sentences

Identify different types of connectors that show relationships between topics and phenomena

Differentiate between technical and everyday vocabulary that describe phenomena

Make connections between statements that make claims and those providing evidence

Distinguish language that identifies facts and opinions

Recognize lexical chains that show how characters and ideas are labeled across the text

Identify detailed descriptions, procedures, and information in paragraphs

Identify how language provides clarity and precision in describing topics or phenomena

Summarize information with diagrams, models, flow charts, or illustrations

Identify their purposes and audiences

Evaluate the strength of evidence statements

Identify how the authors make language choices and adjusts for audience and purpose

Reflect on various accounts of a subject told in different media (e.g., print and multimedia)

Identify the interdependence of parts of systems (e.g., technical, government, chemical)

Compare information on phenomena across a variety of multimedia sources

Identify persuasive language across content areas

Follow the progression of logical reasoning

Identify how text structure supports comprehension and retrieval of information and details

Identify the central idea or theme and how it is supported by clear descriptions and extended details

Identify how authors connect related ideas across paragraphs with abstraction, complex sentences, and technical terms

Trace the central idea of text and how it develops, including how it is shaped by specific details, extended definitions, facts, quotes, or examples

Recognize multiple perspectives and points of view on any given issue

Identify evidence of bias and credibility of sources

Analyze and compare how authors use language for specific purposes and audiences

Identify how authors develop and maintain cohesion by connecting ideas or events in extended texts

Recognize discipline-specific patterns(e.g., orienting the reader, part-whole classification, neutral/ authoritative tone)

Identify authors' precision and accuracy in classifications, comparisons, accounts, or procedures as a result of clear language choices

Evaluate word choice and nuance as tools for distinguishing facts, claims, reasoned judgment, and opinions

Identify the logical connections among claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence

List content words or phrases that relate to the topic

Include images, diagrams, and charts to add details to the topic

Produce short responses to questions using word/phrase banks

Label charts, graphs, timelines, or cycles to describe phenomena

Select words and phrases to represent points of view

List pros and cons of issues

Follow patterns specific to narrative or informational text (e.g., orientation, presentation of events, conclusion)

Sequence narratives or informational text using linking words and phrases

Use transitions and connectors to show causal relationships or procedures

Choose every day or technical language to describe phenomena

Express claims with evidence (e.g., "Socialism is a good government system because...")

List content-related ideas that represent different points of view on issues

Summarize content-related material

Include important information and related details

Choose words and phrases to provide precise details, descriptions, comparisons, and ordered procedures

Integrate headings, introductory statements, and other features to organize text

Justify reasons or opinions with evidence

Summarize opposing positions with evidence

Create narrative or informational extended text of past events or experiences (e.g., lab reports, current events)

Connect main points, events, and central ideas to conclusions

Present information objectively by using a neutral tone appropriate to the content area

Integrate images, diagrams, formulas, or charts to describe phenomena

Evaluate and challenge evidence presented

Create persuasive essays or reports making adjustments for specific audiences

Sequence using language that creates coherence

Organize information according to content-specific expectations

Synthesize information and details about phenomena from a variety of sources

Organize information and details logically and cohesively

Organize information to show logical reasoning

Integrate multiple perspectives and evidence from a variety of sources

Summarize content-related notes from lectures or readings

Produce research reports using multiple sources of information

Develop ideas about phenomena with relevant and sufficient facts, extended descriptions, concrete details, or quotations

Maintain discipline-specific patterns that bridge across key uses (e.g., explanation to argument in history, explanation to recount for information reports)

Evaluate positive and negative implications associated with various positions (e.g., historical events, scientific discoveries, individuals)

Organize information logically and coherently to represent contrasting views

Represent one's ideas using various media

Respond to yes and no questions posed by the group

Use nonverbal signals to demonstrate engagement in conversations

Ask and answer questions

Communicate need for clarity of messages

Recognize intonation used to achieve various purposes of communication

Suggest creative ways to resolve communication issues

Clarify one's own ideas using a variety of strategies (e.g., analogies or metaphors, paraphrasing)

Ask clarifying questions in a respectful manner

Demonstrate stamina when building ideas in a small group

Validate ideas of others

Sort through one's own ideas to determine relevant ones

Provide and receive constructive feedback from others tactfully

Co-create novel perspectives on issues

Respond to diverse perspectives and recognizing bias in one's own view

Generate new ideas or questions to sustain conversations

Identify and react to subtle differences in speech and register (e.g., hyperbole, satire, comedy)

Produce coherent oral discourse appropriate to task, purpose, and audience

Synthesize and share information from a variety of sources and perspectives