Grade 8

Critical Thinking

Writing

Speaking & Listening

Evidence - Evaluates and incorporates appropriate examples to support ideas.

Analysis - Uses inference and interpretation to support ideas.

Structure - Organizes writing to have desired effect on the audience.

Style & Conventions - Uses words, sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Presentation & Discussion Skills - Uses words, tone, and body language to have desired effect on the audience. Effectively engages with others to deepen understanding.