Missouri State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 8

MO.R.1. Reading: Develop and apply skills and strategies to the reading process

R.1.C. Phonics: Apply decoding strategies to ''problem-solve'' unknown words when reading when needed (DOK 2; CA 2, 3, 1.6)

R.1.D. Fluency: Read grade-level instructional text (DOK 1; CA 2, 3, 1.5):

R.1.D.a. With fluency, accuracy and expression

R.1.D.b. Adjusting reading rate to difficulty and type of text

R.1.E. Vocabulary: Develop vocabulary through text, using (DOK 2; CA 2, 3, 1.5, 1.6):

R.1.E.a. Roots and affixes

R.1.E.b. Context clues

R.1.E.c. Glossary, dictionary and thesaurus

R.1.F. Pre-Reading: Apply pre-reading strategies to aid comprehension (DOK 2; CA 2, 3, 1.5, 1.6):

R.1.F.a. Access prior knowledge

R.1.F.b. Preview

R.1.F.c. Predict with evidence

R.1.F.d. Set a purpose and rate for reading

R.1.G. During Reading: During reading, utilize strategies to (DOK 2; CA 2, 3, 1.5, 1.6):

R.1.G.a. Determine meaning of unknown words

R.1.G.b. Self-monitor comprehension

R.1.G.c. Question the text

R.1.G.d. Infer

R.1.G.e. Visualize

R.1.G.f. Paraphrase

R.1.G.g. Summarize

R.1.H. Post-Reading: Apply post-reading skills to comprehend, interpret, analyze, and evaluate text (DOK 3; CA 2, 3, 1.5, 1.6):

R.1.H.a. Identify and explain the relationship between the main idea and supporting details

R.1.H.b. Question to clarify

R.1.H.c. Reflect

R.1.H.d. Draw conclusions

R.1.H.e. Paraphrase

R.1.H.f. Summarize

R.1.I. Making Connections: Compare, contrast and analyze connections (DOK 3; CA 2, 3, 7, 1.5, 1.6, 1.9, 3.5):

R.1.I.a. Text to text (information and relationships in various fiction and non-fiction works)

R.1.I.b. Text to self (text ideas and own experiences)

R.1.I.c. Text to world (text ideas and the world by identifying how literature reflects a culture and historic time frame)

MO.R.2. Reading: Develop and apply skills and strategies to comprehend, analyze and evaluate fiction, poetry and drama from a variety of cultures and times

R.2.A. Text Features: Use grade level text to (DOK 2; CA 2, 3, 1.5, 1.6, 3.5):

R.2.A.a. Interpret and analyze information in title

R.2.A.b. Recognize and interpret the text features of fiction, poetry and drama

R.2.B. Literary Techniques: Identify and explain literary techniques, in text emphasizing (DOK 2; CA 2, 1.5, 1.6, 3.5):

R.2.B.a. Jargon

R.2.B.b. Dialect

R.2.B.c. Slang

R.2.B.d. Symbolism

R.2.B.e. Analyze

R.2.B.f. Literary techniques previously introduced

R.2.C. Literary Elements: Use details from text to (DOK 3; CA 2, 1.5, 1.6, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8):

R.2.C.a. Demonstrate comprehension skills previously introduced

R.2.C.b. Identify and explain flashback, mood and theme

R.2.C.c. Analyze point of view

R.2.C.d. Analyze author's viewpoint/perspective

R.2.C.e. Determine how an incident foreshadows a future event

R.2.C.f. Interpret behaviors, motives, and consequences of characters' actions

R.2.C.g. Evaluate problem-solving processes of characters

R.2.C.h. Evaluate effectiveness of solutions

MO.R.3. Reading: Develop and apply skills and strategies to comprehend, analyze and evaluate nonfiction (such as biographies, newspapers, technical manuals) from a variety of cultures and times

R.3.A. Text Features: Explain, analyze and evaluate the author's use of text features to clarify meaning (DOK 3; CA 3, 1.5, 1.6, 2.4, 3.5)

R.3.B. Literary Techniques: Identify and explain literary techniques and figurative language in nonfiction text, emphasizing (DOK 2; CA 3, 1.5, 1.6):

R.3.B.a. Jargon

R.3.B.b. Dialect

R.3.B.c. Slang

R.3.B.d. Sound devices previously introduced

R.3.C. Text Structure: Use details from text to (DOK 3; CA 3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.4, 3.1, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8):

R.3.C.a. Demonstrate comprehension skills previously introduced

R.3.C.b. Evaluate adequacy of evidence presented by author

R.3.C.c. Determine author's purpose based on text analysis

R.3.C.d. Compare and contrast

R.3.C.e. Determine importance of information

R.3.C.f. Analyze point of view

R.3.C.g. Determine authors' viewpoints

R.3.C.h. Identify problem solving processes and explain effectiveness of solutions determining importance of information

R.3.C.i. Analyze word choice and connotation

R.3.C.j. Analyze organizational effectiveness

R.3.C.k. Analyze accuracy of information

R.3.D. Understanding Directions: Read and follow multi-step directions to complete a complex task (DOK 2; CA 3, 1.5, 1.6)

MO.W.1. Writing: Apply a writing process in composing text

W.1.A. Writing Process: Follow a writing process to (DOK 3; CA 1, CA 4, 1.8, 2.1, 2.2):

W.1.A.a. Use appropriate prewriting strategies as needed

W.1.A.b. Generate a draft

W.1.A.c. Reread, revise for audience and purpose, ideas and content, organization and sentence structure, and word choice

W.1.A.d. Edit for conventions (W.2.E.)

W.1.A.e. Share writing

MO.W.2. Writing: Compose well-developed text

W.2.A. Audience and Purpose: Compose text (DOK 3; CA 4, 2.1):

W.2.A.a. Showing awareness of audience

W.2.A.b. Choosing a form and point of view appropriate to purpose and audience

W.2.B. Compose text with (DOK 3; CA 4, 2.1):

W.2.B.a. Strong controlling idea

W.2.B.b. Relevant specific details

W.2.B.c. Complex ideas

W.2.B.d. Freshness of thought

W.2.C. Organization and Sentence Structure: Compose text with (DOK 3; CA 4, 2.1):

W.2.C.a. An effective beginning, middle, and end

W.2.C.b. A logical order

W.2.C.c. Effective paragraphing

W.2.C.d. A variety of sentence structures, including compound-complex sentences

W.2.C.e. Cohesive devices, including transitions, repetition, pronoun antecedent, and parallel structure

W.2.D. Word Choice: Compose text using (DOK 3; CA 4, 2.1):

W.2.D.a. Precise and vivid language

W.2.D.b. Writing techniques such as figurative language, sensory detail and purposeful dialogue

W.2.E. Conventions: In written text (DOK 1; CA 1, 2.2):

W.2.E.a. Use conventions of capitalization,

W.2.E.b. Use colon to introduce lists

W.2.E.c. Use correct pronoun case

W.2.E.d. Use dictionary, spell-check and other resources to edit for correct spelling

W.2.E.e. Write legibly

MO.W.3. Writing: Write effectively in various forms and types of writing

W.3.A. Forms/Types/Modes of Writing: Compose a variety of texts, (DOK 3; CA 4, 1.8, 2.1, 2.6, 4.8):

W.3.A.a. Using narrative, descriptive, expository, and/or persuasive features

W.3.A.b. In various formats, including workplace communication (e.g., business letter with a correctly addressed envelope, email communications)

W.3.A.c. Including summary

W.3.A.d. Including literature response

MO.LS.1. Listening and Speaking: Develop and apply effective listening skills and strategies

LS.1.A. Purpose for Listening: Listen (CA 5, 6 1.5, 1.6, 1.10; FR II 2a, 5d, III 1d, g, k, 3e, 4d, IV 1e & f, 3e, 5-8):

LS.1.A.a. For enjoyment

LS.1.A.b. For information

LS.1.A.c. For directions

LS.1.A.d. Use clarifying strategies for understanding (e.g., questioning, summarizing and paraphrasing)

LS.1.A.e, to recognize how colloquialisms and jargon reflect context, regions and cultures

LS.1.B. Listening Behavior: Use active-listening behaviors (e.g., asks questions of speaker and uses body language and facial expressions to indicate agreement, disagreement or confusion) (CA 5, 6 1.5; FR II 5b, III 1c, IV 1e, 5-8)

MO.LS.2. Listening and Speaking: Develop and apply effective speaking skills and strategies for various audiences and purposes

LS.2.A. Discussion and Presentation: In discussions and presentations, (CA 1, 6 2.1, 2.3, 4.6; FR II 2c-d, 4a-g, 5a, c, 6c-d, III 4b-c, e, IV 1d, 3a, c, f, 5-8):

LS.2.A.a. Use appropriate body language

LS.2.A.b. Incorporate media or technology

LS.2.A.c. Respond to questions

LS.2.B. Giving Directions: Give clear and concise multi-step oral directions to complete a complex task (CA 1, 6 2.1, 2.3; FR II 6d, IV 1d, 5-8)

MO.IL.1. Information Literacy: Develop and apply effective research process skills to gather, analyze and evaluate information

IL.1.A. Research Plan: Develop a research plan to guide investigation and research of focus questions (CA 2, 3 1.1, 1.4, 4.5; FR I 2a, III 1b, I, IV 2e, 5-8)

IL.1.B. Acquire Information: Locate and use primary and secondary sources to (CA 2, 3 1.2, 1.4, 1.7; FR I 2b-c, e, 3f, III 1d, IV 1g, 5-8):

IL.1.B.a. Investigate research topics

IL.1.B.b. Acquire relevant information

IL.1.B.c. Evaluate reliability of information

IL.1.C. Record Information: Record relevant information using a self-selected note-taking or organizational strategy (CA 2, 3, 4 1.2, 1.8; FR I 3d, 5-8)

IL.1.D. Sources Consulted: Document research sources using a given citation format (CA 4 1.4, 1.7, 1.8, 2.3, 4.4; FR I 3d, IV 3d, 5-8)

MO.IL.2. Information Literacy: Develop and apply effective skills and strategies to analyze and evaluate oral and visual media

IL.2.A. Media Messages: Analyze and synthesize two or more messages conveyed in various media (e.g., videos, pictures, web-sites, artwork, plays and/or news programs) (CA 5 1.5, 1.7, 2.7; FR I 5a, II 1a, III 3c, 5-8)