4.WI.l4 Sort evidence collected from print and/or digital sources into provided categories. Research to and Present Knowledge W8. Gather relevant information from multiple and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. 4.W.8 Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources. 4.WI.l5 Follow steps to complete a short research project (e.g., determine topic, locate information on a topic, organize information related to the topic, draft a permanent product). Research to Build and Present Knowledge W7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 4.W.7 Conduct short research projects that build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic. 4.WI.l6 Draft an outline in which the development and organization are appropriate to the task and purpose (e.g., determine the topic, gather information, develop the topic, provide a meaningful conclusion). Production and Distribution of Writing W5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach 4.W.5 With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing. Progress Indicator: E.WI.m writing an introduction of several sentences that sets the context and states a focus/controlling idea about a topic/subtopics (e.g., “Many sports can be played outside in winter.”) Core Content Connectors: 4 CCSS Anchor Standards Common Core State Standard 4.WI.m1 Introduce a topic clearly and group related information in paragraphs and sections. Text Types and Purposes W2. informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 4.W.2 informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly. a. Introduce a topic clearly and group related information in paragraphs and sections; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. Progress Indicator: E.WI.n selecting relevant facts, details, or examples to support the controlling idea, including use of domain-specific vocabulary
8.WI.o2 With guidance and support from peers and adults, strengthen writing by revising and editing. Production and Distribution of Writing W5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. 8.W.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed. 8.WI.o3 Report on a topic with a logical sequence of ideas, appropriate facts, and relevant, descriptive details which support the main ideas. Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas SL4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience Text Types and Purposes W2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 8.SL.4 Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. 8.W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content. Grades 9-10 Progress Indicator: H.WI.a using advanced searches to locate relevant information from multiple (print/non-print and digital) sources, including research studies, documentaries, and historical and primary sources, to establish a central question or focus/thesis for a topic, problem, concept, or issue Core Content Connectors: 9-10 CCSS Anchor Standards Common Core Standard 910.WI.a1 Gather (e.g., highlight, quote or paraphrase from source) relevant information about the topic from authoritative print and/or digital sources. Research to Build and Present Knowledge W8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. 9-10.W.8 Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced search terms effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas,