AVID 11 Learning Targets

AVID Electives Learning Targets

LT 1-College Prep

I can examine potential career paths and college degrees that align with abilities, talents and interests.

I can develop action steps to achieve desired scores on the ACT

I can create living document with written goals, broken down into steps to use throughout the year

I can track community service hours and extracurricular activity participation in a student portfolio while participating as a positive role model in my school and community

LT 2-Communication

I can refine my speaking skills through working with peers to promote civil, democratic discussions and decision-making

I can effectively summarize ideas from a discussion, noting how their personal views on the topic have changed or been influenced

LT 3-Writing

I can organize, monitor progress, and effectively manage time requirements surrounding complex writing assignments

I can analyze a prompt, distinguishing between writing under testing conditions and untimed situations

I can revise drafts as necessary until all ideas are expressed in the best possible manner

I can utilize multiple structures commonly used at collegiate levels, such as MLA/APA citations, source integration and abstract writing

LT-4 Inquiry

I can refine collaborative group study skills during academic tutorials so that students are able to form groups independently for each core class, especially around college level courses

I can prepare an academic argument on a controversial topic, integrating fully developed claims

LT-5-Organization

I can manage materials and practice methodical study habits

I can plan and prioritize school, work, and social tasks

I can delvelope and use process, procedures nad tools to study effectively

I can manage my time through prioritizing and goal-setting

I can self-direct, self-evaluate, self-monitor and self-advocate