9RI.1: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
9W.1a-e: Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
a. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
b. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns.
c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
d. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing. e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
I strive to broaden my perspective, understand others and work effectively in teams using digital tools.
I use technology to set goals, work toward achieving them and demonstrate my learning.
I understand the rights, responsibilities and opportunities of living, learning and working in an interconnected digital world.
I critically select, evaluate and synthesize digital resources into a collection that reflects my learning and builds my knowledge.
I identify authentic problems, work with data and use a step-by-step process to automate solutions.
Use technology tools and resources for managing and communicating personal/professional information (e.g., finances, schedules, addresses, purchases, correspondence).
Routinely and efficiently use on-line information resources to meet needs for collaboration, research, publications, communications, and productivity. (4, 5, 6)
Select and apply technology tools for research, information analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making in content learning. (4, 5)
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