21^st CENTURY

7^th Grade READING AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

Janet Benincosa, Technology Integration Specialist

CONTENT STANDARDS AND OBJECTIVES FOR WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOLS (2520.1)

The West Virginia Standards for 21st Century Learning include the following components: 21st Century Content Standards and Objectives and 21st Century Learning Skills and Technology Tools. 

All West Virginia teachers are responsible for classroom instruction that integrates learning skills, technology tools and content standards and objectives. 

Seventh Grade

Grade 7		Reading
Standard 1:		Reading
RLA.S.7.1		Students will use skills to read for literacy experiences, read to inform and read to perform a task by identifying and using the dimensions of reading (phonemic awareness, phonics, background knowledge/vocabulary, high frequency words/fluency, comprehension, writing and motivation to read) and employing a wide variety of literature in developing independent readers.
Performance Descriptors RLA.PD.7.1
Distinguished			Above Mastery	Mastery	Partial Mastery	Novice
Seventh grade students at the distinguished level in reading evaluate a variety of genres and reading skills to generalize, interpret relationships between text and graphics, and make complex or abstract predictions for literary, practical and informational texts. They judge literary elements, figurative language, common themes, and connections to self, text, and the world. They interpret vocabulary in multiple texts by using connotation and denotation, Greek and Latin roots and word origins.			Seventh grade students at the above mastery level in reading analyze a variety of genres and reading skills to generalize, interpret relationships, and make complex or abstract predictions for literary, practical and informational texts. They analyze literary elements, figurative language, common themes, and connections to self, text, and. They extend vocabulary in multiple contents by using connotation and denotation, Greek and Latin roots and word origins.	Seventh grade students at the mastery level in reading use a variety of genres and reading skills to generalize, interpret, and make complex or abstract predictions for literary, practical and informational texts. They determine and interpret literary elements and figurative language and relate and analyze common themes and connections to self, text, and world. They extend vocabulary in text by using connotation and denotation, Greek and Latin roots and word origins.	Seventh grade students at the partial mastery level in reading use a variety of genres and reading skills to establish a purpose, determine relationships, and make predictions for literary and informational texts. They describe literary elements, figurative language, common themes, and connections to self and text. They extend vocabulary in text by using denotation and word origins.	Seventh grade students at the novice level in reading use a variety of genres and reading skills to generate questions and determine a purpose in literary and practical texts. They label literary elements, figurative language, common themes, and connections to self and text. They identify vocabulary in text by using denotation and word origins.
	Objectives	Students will
	RLA.O.7.1.01	compare/contrast connotation and denotation to understand and enhance meaning of words, sentences and uncomplicated passages.
	RLA.O.7.1.02	use Greek and Latin roots, prefixes and suffixes to determine the meaning of words, understand words, change word meanings and generate new words appropriate to grade level, recognize that knowledge of the origins and history of word meanings enhances understanding of a word’s meaning.
	RLA.O.7.1.03	classify the defining characteristics, build background knowledge and apply reading skills to understand a variety of literary passages and genres by West Virginia, national and international authors: fiction / nonfiction / myths, poems / fantasies / biographies / autobiographies / science fiction, tall tale / supernatural tales
	RLA.O.7.1.04	use pre-reading strategies (e.g., generating questions, previewing, activating and evaluating prior knowledge, scanning, skimming) and comprehension strategies to critically analyze and evaluate the composition of texts by generalizing to establish a purpose for reading interpreting the relationship between graphic aids and text making complex or abstract predictions by synthesizing information gained from previewing text and graphic aids
	RLA.O.7.1.5	determine and interpret the elements of literature to construct meaning and recognize author’s and/or reader’s purpose: Plot / character / setting / conflict / rising and falling action / climax / resolution / point of view / antagonist / protagonist /hero
	RLA.O.7.1.06	relate and analyze connections/themes among ideas in literary and informational texts, such as text to self, text-to-text, text to world connections, and recognize that global awareness promotes understanding, tolerance, and acceptance of ethnic, cultural, religious and personal differences.
	RLA.O.7.1.07	summarize explicit and implied information from literary and informational texts to recognize the relationships among the facts, ideas, events and concepts (e.g., names, dates, events, organizational patterns, graphical representations as found in photographs, captions, maps, tables or timelines, textual features including table of contents, headings or side bars).
	RLA.O.7.1.08	examine and interpret figurative language (hyperbole, simile, metaphor) and literary techniques (e.g., flashback, stereotype, foreshadowing) in text
	RLA.O.7.1.09	read, compare and interpret types of poetry (e.g., narrative poems, ballads, lyric, epic), and recognize the elements to derive meaning of poetry.
	RLA.O.7.1.10	use examples, and details in practical texts to make inferences and logical predictions about outcomes of procedures in such texts.
	RLA.O.7.1.11	critique the usefulness of the form, and content of practical texts.
	RLA.O.7.1.12	increase amount of independent reading and use appropriate graphic organizers (e.g., diagrams, flow charts, story maps, outlines, concept maps, tables, reading guides) to analyze more complex ideas in both fiction and non-fiction.

Grade 7		Writing
Standard 2:		Writing
RLA.S.7.2		Students will apply writing skills and strategies to communicate effectively for different purposes by using the writing process, applying grammatical and mechanical properties in writing and selecting and evaluating information for research purposes.
Performance Descriptors RLA.PD.7.2
Distinguished			Above Mastery	Mastery	Partial Mastery	Novice
Seventh grade students at the distinguished level employ the five-step writing process to express (4-5 pp) variety of written products (e.g., narrative, informative, descriptive, persuasive). Students express a clearly written thesis statement, use a logical progression of ideas with transitions, and include precise word choice, correct mechanics, and complete and varied sentences. Students correctly and effectively summarize with in-text citations to avoid plagiarism. They use notes & an outline to plan, develop, and present a written/oral presentation using computer-generated graphic aids. They select and use a variety of resource materials, electronic and non-electronic, to plan, develop, organize, & deliver a research project (5-6 pages) with documented sources, in-text citations and computer-generated graphic aids.			Seventh grade students at the above mastery level use the five-step writing process and write (2-3 pages) a variety of products (e.g., narrative, informative, descriptive, persuasive). Students write a thesis statement and a progression of ideas in complete sentences.. They use note-taking strategies and outlines to develop a concise and focused written/oral presentation. They select and use a variety of resource materials, electronic and non-electronic, to plan, develop, organize, and deliver a research project (4-5 pages) with documented sources, in-text citations and computer-generated graphic aids,	Seventh grade students at the mastery level use the five-step writing process to generate topics, plan approaches, and develop writing tasks (2 pages) for a specific audience and purpose, including relevant details and transitional words.. Students write a thesis statement and summarize their thoughts. They use note-taking strategies and outlines to develop a written/oral presentation. They select and use a variety of resource materials, electronic and non-electronic, to plan, develop, and deliver a research project (3 pages) with documented sources, using computer-generated graphic aids.	Seventh grade students at the partial mastery level use five-step writing process to generate topics, plan approaches, and develop writing tasks (1-2 pages) for a specific audience and with specific and relevant details. They use notes to develop a written presentation. They select and use a variety of resource materials, electronic and non-electronic, to plan, develop, and deliver a research project (2 pages) using computer-generated graphic aids.	Seventh grade students at the novice level use the pre-writing and drafting strategies to generate topics and plan approaches to writing tasks to develop a composition (5 paragraphs) that incorporates specific and relevant details. They select and use a variety of resource materials to plan and deliver a short research project (1 page), citing references.
	Objectives	Students will
	RLA.O.7.2.01	use note-taking strategies including paraphrasing and summarizing to develop a written composition.
	RLA.O.7.2.02	using student-prepared notes, create an outline and use it to develop a written and/or oral presentation using computer-generated graphics (e.g., tables, charts, graphs).
	RLA.O.7.2.03	use analogies, illustrations, examples, or anecdotes to enhance oral and written communication (e.g., letters, poems, brief reports, descriptions, extended text, illustrations).
	RLA.O.7.2.04	use the five-step writing process (pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, publishing) to generate topics, plan approaches, and develop expository and persuasive writing tasks: compositions brochures display ads commercials speeches poetry
	RLA.O.7.2.05	from a prompt use the five-step writing process to develop a focused composition that contains specific, relevant details and vivid and precise words.
	RLA.O.7.2.06	use sophisticated transitional words and cues to signal organization of a composition.
	RLA.O.7.2.07	identify and use a variety of sources for different types of information (e.g., Internet research, databases for periodical and newspaper articles, newspapers, schedules, advertisements).
	RLA.O.7.2.08	understand how to summarize and use direct quotations in writing, recognize copyright laws/issues, ethical acquisition and use of digital information in citing sources for research/report.
	RLA.O.7.2.09	document sources of information using a provided bibliographic format.
	RLA.O.7.2.10	select and use a variety of resource materials to plan, develop, and deliver a research project (3 pages) with documented sources, using computer-generated graphic aids.

Grade 7		Listening, Speaking and Media Literacy
Standard 3:		Listening, Speaking and Media Literacy
RLA.S.7.3		Students will apply listening, speaking and media literacy skills and strategies to communicate with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
Performance Descriptors RLA.PD.7.3
Distinguished			Above Mastery	Mastery	Partial Mastery	Novice
Seventh grade students at the distinguished level in listening, speaking and media literacy plan, create and present effective oral communication skills through presentation of compositions, reports, scripts, and dramatizations. They listen, analyze, evaluate, and express a point-of-view and collaborate with a group to reach consensus. They present to a variety of audiences an age-appropriate media product that justifies effective use of visual language in format, medium choice, purpose, scope, and audience.			Seventh grade students at the above mastery level in listening, speaking and media literacy demonstrate effective oral communication skills through creation and presentation of compositions, reports, scripts, and dramatizations. They listen to analyze and express a point-of-view and evaluate information to lead a group to reach consensus. They present to a variety of audiences an age-appropriate media product that reflects effective use of visual language in format, medium choice, purpose, and audience.	Seventh grade students at the mastery level in listening, speaking and media literacy demonstrate effective oral communication skills through presentation of compositions, reports, scripts, and dramatizations.. They listen to comprehend and express a point-of-view and evaluate information to reach a group consensus. They plan, create, and present an age-appropriate media product that demonstrates format, purpose, and audience.	Seventh grade students at the partial mastery level in listening, speaking and media literacy demonstrate effective oral communication skills through presentation of compositions, scripts, and dramatizations. They listen to comprehend a point-of-view and understand information presented to a group. They create and present an age-appropriate media product that demonstrates purpose and audience.	Seventh grade students at the novice level in listening, speaking and media literacy demonstrate oral communication skills through presentation of scripts and dramatizations. They perform an assigned role in group discussions. They reproduce an age-appropriate media product that expresses purpose.
	Objectives	Students will
	RLA.O.7.3.01	demonstrate effective oral communication skills (e.g., tone, volume, rate, audience, etiquette, standard English) through presentation of compositions reports scripts dramatizations
	RLA.O.7.3.02	use oral/visual information to research, explore, question and imagine a topic.
	RLA.O.7.3.03	distinguish between private and public information in research and reporting.
	RLA.O.7.3.04	listen and observe in order to comprehend and express a point-of-view concerning the topic, purpose and medium (e.g., of a guest speaker, informational video, televised interview, radio news program).
	RLA.O.7.3.05	evaluate information to reach consensus in group discussions or settings.
	RLA.O.7.3.06	plan, create and present an age-appropriate media product that demonstrates format, purpose, and audience.