Idaho State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 8

ID.1. Reading Process: Students apply knowledge of structural analysis to decode and analyze the meaning of complex expository and literary text. Students construct meaning by explaining relationships among words; students apply the meaning to content-specific vocabulary words. Students integrate new vocabulary into written and oral communication across all content areas. Students are expected to read independently, with fluency, for different purposes and audiences.

1.1. Acquire Concepts About Print

8.LA.1.1.1. No objectives at this grade level.

1.2. Acquire Concepts About Text

8.LA.1.2.1. The student will be able to analyze the organizational structure of printed material and electronic sources to access information.

8.LA.1.2.2. The student will be able to analyze specific features of text, including the preface and appendix, to understand a selection.

8.LA.1.2.3. The student will be able to interpret graphic features of text to clarify and extend meaning.

1.3. Acquire Phonological Awareness Skills

8.LA.1.3.1. No objectives at this grade level.

1.4. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Word Parts

8.LA.1.4.1. The student will be able to use structural analysis and apply root words, prefixes, and suffixes, including Greek and Latin derivatives, to decode complex words. (743.01.a)

8.LA.1.4.2. The student will be able to read abbreviations appropriate to grade level.

1.5. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Syllabication

8.LA.1.5.1. The student will be able to apply spelling and syllabication rules to decode unknown words. (743.01.a)

1.6. Acquire Decoding Skills Using Context

8.LA.1.6.1. The student will be able to use context clues to aid in decoding new words.

1.7. Acquire Fluency

8.LA.1.7.1. The student will be able to read grade-level-appropriate text with fluency and accuracy from at least 150 correct words per minute (Hasbrouck & Tindal).

1.8. Vocabulary and Concept Development

8.LA.1.8.1. The student will be able to apply origins of root words, prefixes, and suffixes to determine the meaning of unknown words.

8.LA.1.8.2. The student will be able to explain relationships among words including connotation/denotation, antonyms, synonyms, and words with multiple meanings.

8.LA.1.8.3. The student will be able to define words and concepts necessary for comprehending Grade 8 content area text.

8.LA.1.8.4. The student will be able to Clarify pronunciations, meaning, alternate word choices, parts of speech and etymology of words using the dictionary, thesaurus, glossary, and technology resources.

ID.2. Comprehension/Interpretation: Students describe and connect the essential ideas, arguments, and perspectives of the text by using knowledge of structure, organization, and purpose to understand expository and narrative grade-level-appropriate text. Students expand comprehension by analyzing, interpreting, and synthesizing information and ideas through a variety of texts and genres. Students gain understanding as they think critically and analyze an author's use of language, style, purpose, and perspective in text.

2.1. Acquire Strategies and Skills for Comprehending Text

8.LA.2.1.1. The student will be able to determine the relationships among facts, ideas, and events used in various texts to support a central purpose. (743.04.c)

8.LA.2.1.2. The student will be able to distinguish cause and effect relationships in text to gain meaning.

8.LA.2.1.3. The student will be able to make inferences, draw conclusions, and form opinions based on information gathered from text and cite evidence to support.

2.2. Acquire Skills to Comprehend Expository Text

8.LA.2.2.1. The student will be able to evaluate expository text structure to extend comprehension.

8.LA.2.2.2. The student will be able to generate how, why, and what-if questions for interpreting expository texts.

8.LA.2.2.3. The student will be able to apply central ideas (literal of inferential) and critical details to summarize information from expository text.

8.LA.2.2.4. The student will be able to identify the main purpose and anticipate outcomes of procedures specified in informational text.

2.3. Acquire Skills for Comprehending Literary Text

8.LA.2.3.1. The student will be able to read and respond to literature from a variety of genres, including poetry. (743.02.a)

8.LA.2.3.2. The student will be able to interpret how situations, actions, and other characters influence a character's personality and development. (743.03.b)

8.LA.2.3.3. The student will be able to analyze the importance of the setting to the mood and to the meaning of the story. (743.03.b)

8.LA.2.3.4. The student will be able to evaluate the structural elements of the plot and how conflicts are addressed and resolved. (743.01.b; 743.03.b)

8.LA.2.3.5. The student will be able to explain the author's point of view and interpret how it influences the story. (743.03.a)

8.LA.2.3.6. The student will be able to analyze the themes across various genres.

ID.3. Writing Process: Students generate and organize writing ideas. Students write and revise multiple drafts of a piece of writing before editing and publishing a final draft. Students apply a variety of writing techniques to clarify meaning and improve fluency of their texts. Students use standard formats to guide their creation of technical texts.

3.1. Acquire Prewriting Skills

8.LA.3.1.1. The student will be able to generate ideas using a variety of strategies. (744.01.a; 744.01.b)

8.LA.3.1.2. The student will be able to generate a main idea or thesis appropriate to the writing.

8.LA.3.1.3. The student will be able to apply appropriate organizational strategies to plan writing. (744.01.a; 744.01.b)

8.LA.3.1.4. The student will be able to match appropriate writing format to purpose and audience. (744.01.c)

8.LA.3.1.5. The student will be able to produce a written product within a set time period.

3.2. Acquire Skills for Writing a Draft

8.LA.3.2.1. The student will be able to use ideas generated and organized in prewriting to write a draft with a main idea and supporting information. (744.01.a; 744.01.b; 744.02.c)

8.LA.3.2.2. The student will be able to write a draft with ideas sequenced in a logical, cohesive order.

3.3. Acquire Skills for Revising a Draft

8.LA.3.3.1. The student will be able to revise draft for meaning, clarity, and effective organization. (744.01; 744.02)

8.LA.3.3.2. The student will be able to add details and delete irrelevant or redundant information.

8.LA.3.3.3. The student will be able to arrange transition words and phrases in draft to clarify meaning and improve organization. (744.02.c)

8.LA.3.3.4. The student will be able to apply a variety of sentence structures to improve sentence fluency and enhance writing style. (744.02.c)

8.LA.3.3.5. The student will be able to apply literary models to refine writing style.

8.LA.3.3.6. The student will be able to Conference with others to improve writing. (744.01)

3.4. Acquire Skills for Editing a Draft

8.LA.3.4.1. The student will be able to edit the draft using an editing checklist with common editing marks.

3.5. Acquire Skills to Publish Writing

8.LA.3.5.1. The student will be able to publish writing in an appropriate format for the purpose and audience.

8.LA.3.5.2. The student will be able to use text features and graphics, if applicable, to further convey meaning.

8.LA.3.5.3. The student will be able to use appropriate technology to create a final draft.

8.LA.3.5.4. The student will be able to share writing with intended audience. (744.04.c)

ID.4. Writing Applications: Students write in a variety of formats to generate, record, and reflect upon ideas. Students write a variety of expressive pieces. Students create technical documents and graphic text. Student responses to a text will include reference to the text or related text.

4.1. Acquire Expressive (Narrative/Creative) Writing Skills

8.LA.4.1.1. The student will be able to write narratives about specific events or situations using precisely chosen details. (744.04.c)

8.LA.4.1.2. The student will be able to Create original works that include descriptive strategies and figurative language. (744.04.c)

4.2. Acquire Expository (Informational/Research) Writing Skills

8.LA.4.2.1. The student will be able to write technical text that identifies a sequence of activities or processes. (744.07.b)

8.LA.4.2.2. The student will be able to write expository essays that include a main idea (thesis), supporting details, and introductory, body, and concluding paragraphs. (744.03.b)

4.3. Acquire Persuasive Writing Skills

8.LA.4.3.1. The student will be able to write persuasive compositions that state a position and support it with evidence and emotional appeals. (744.05.b; 744.05.c)

4.4. Acquire Skills for Literary Response

8.LA.4.4.1. The student will be able to write responses to literature that demonstrate an awareness of an author's style. (744.04.b)

8.LA.4.4.2. The student will be able to write responses to literature that analyze an author's style.

ID.5. Writing Components: Students use the components of written language appropriate to this grade level. Students are able to identify and correct run-on sentences and sentence fragments. Students use transitional devices to show relationships among ideas and maintain coherence within a piece of writing.

5.1. Acquire Handwriting Skills

8.LA.5.1.1. The student will be able to write fluently and legibly in print or cursive.

5.2. Acquire Spelling Skills

8.LA.5.2.1. The student will be able to spell correctly Grade 8 high-frequency words and content area words. (744.02.a)

8.LA.5.2.2. The student will be able to spell correctly complex multisyllabic words that include those with Greek and Latin derivatives. (744.02.a)

8.LA.5.2.3. The student will be able to apply spelling rules appropriate to grade level (e.g., less common prefixes, suffixes and plurals) to spell accurately. (744.02.a)

5.3. Acquire Skills for Sentence Structure

8.LA.5.3.1. The student will be able to write correct and varied sentence structure (e.g., simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex). (744.02.c)

8.LA.5.3.2. The student will be able to use correctly future verb tenses, adjectives, personal pronouns, conjunctions, and adverbs. (744.02.a)

5.4. Acquire Skills for Using Conventions

8.LA.5.4.1. The student will be able to apply capitalization correctly in writing. (744.02.a)

8.LA.5.4.2. The student will be able to use commas, including in appositives; use parentheses, and semicolon.

ID.6. Communication: Students acquire skills in listening that allow them to access information about various subjects. Students evaluate the content of oral communication for similarities, differences, point of view, and ask appropriate questions. Students develop and deliver oral presentations including summaries of articles and original persuasive positions. Students encourage participation by others as they exhibit courteous listening and discussion skills. Students view various media to gather and evaluate information as well as to produce effective visuals.

6.1. Acquire Listening Skills

8.LA.6.1.1. The student will be able to listen to acquire and summarize information from a variety of electronic or live sources. (745.01.a)

8.LA.6.1.2. The student will be able to listen to evaluate the credibility of a speaker, including whether the speaker has hidden agendas or presents slanted or biased material. (745.03.a)

6.2. Acquire Speaking Skills

8.LA.6.2.1. The student will be able to paraphrase a speaker's purpose and point of view and ask questions concerning the speaker's content, delivery, and attitude toward the subject.

8.LA.6.2.2. The student will be able to deliver oral summaries of articles that include the main ideas and the most significant details and state ideas in own words, except for when quoted directly from sources. (737.01.b)

8.LA.6.2.3. The student will be able to organize oral presentations to maintain a clear focus.

8.LA.6.2.4. The student will be able to deliver persuasive presentations that include a well-defined position on the topic and differentiate fact from opinion and support arguments with detailed evidence, examples, reasoning, and persuasive language. (746.01.a)

8.LA.6.2.5. The student will be able to use speaking techniques that include effective verbal and non-verbal communication. (746.01.a)

8.LA.6.2.6. The student will be able to deliver oral response to literature that interpret a reading and provide insight and connect personal responses to the writer's techniques and to specific textual references.

6.3. Acquire Viewing Skills

8.LA.6.3.1. The student will be able to view media, appropriate to grade level, to analyze as source for information, entertainment, and persuasion.

8.LA.6.3.2. The student will be able to interpret, critique, and evaluate the various ways in which visual image makers (e.g., graphic artists, illustrators, and news photographers) communicate information and create impressions and opinions.

8.LA.6.3.3. The student will be able to evaluate the role of media in focusing people's attention on events and in forming their opinions on issues.

8.LA.6.3.4. The student will be able to evaluate the purpose, organization, content, and delivery of verbal communication and non-verbal cues.

8.LA.6.3.5. The student will be able to apply technical skills and a variety of resources to produce visuals that deliver information. (746.04.b)