English Language Arts, Grade 9

Listening critically to oral texts

I can listen critically to oral texts and analyze the perspectives and themes and confirm my own opinion.

Using non-verbal cues and inclusive conventions when listening

I can use supportive non-verbal cues and inclusive conventions to listen attentively to others.

Adjusting language to foster inclusive interaction

I can adjust my language and interactions to foster inclusive, respectful dialogue.

Asking questions to explore and challenge ideas

I can ask multifaceted questions to explore, clarify and challenge ideas and conclusions.

Using the rules and structures of oral language

I can use the rules and structures of oral language and expanded vocabulary to deliver clear, coherent messages.

Adapting spoken language to situation and audience

I can adapt my spoken language, technique and tone to different situations, audiences and purposes.

Applying morphology to understand and spell words

I can use morphology to understand and accurately spell unfamiliar and technical words.

Building and refining precise vocabulary

I can acquire and use precise vocabulary and distinguish subtle differences between similar words.

Applying fluency to comprehend complex text

I can apply fluency skills to read and comprehend complex text.

Activating prior knowledge to build understanding

I can activate prior knowledge and assess its relevance to build new understanding.

Creating focused questions to drive inquiry

I can create focused questions that drive meaningful inquiry.

Engaging with a variety of multimodal texts

I can engage with varied multimodal texts to build knowledge and think critically.

Analyzing and synthesizing information across sources

I can analyze and synthesize information across sources and cite evidence for my analysis.

Analyzing and critiquing text cues

I can analyze text cues and evaluate how well they support a text's purpose.

Using textual cues and organizational patterns to construct meaning

I can use textual cues and organizational patterns to construct and interpret meaning.

Making and testing predictions with text evidence

I can make predictions and confirm, refute or modify them using text evidence.

Making connections to deepen understanding

I can connect texts to experience and the world to deepen my understanding.

Selecting and integrating comprehension strategies

I can select and integrate multiple strategies flexibly to monitor and extend understanding.

Summarizing and synthesizing complex texts

I can summarize and synthesize complex texts while keeping the author's message intact.

Consolidating and communicating new knowledge

I can consolidate and communicate new knowledge using discipline-specific language.

Analyzing how texts portray diversity and equity

I can analyze how texts portray or omit diversity and equity and support claims with evidence.

Differentiating facts, opinions and bias

I can differentiate facts, opinions and bias and evaluate the reliability of evidence.

Examining point of view and viewpoint credibility

I can examine why a creator selects a point of view and judge the credibility of viewpoints.

Responding critically to bias and prejudice

I can respond critically to how bias and prejudice shape meaning and understanding.

Selecting and focusing a topic

I can select and focus a topic based on purpose, format and audience.

Researching and evaluating sources

I can research and evaluate multiple sources for reliability, bias and viewpoint.

Planning with strategies and tools

I can plan a text using strategies and tools suited to its genre and purpose.

Choosing and blending forms purposefully

I can choose, adapt or blend forms purposely for a message, audience and purpose.

Drafting complex multimodal texts

I can draft complex multimodal texts, choosing tools that fit my purpose and audience.

Organizing ideas with structure and transitions

I can organize ideas with structures and transitions that suit my purpose and audience.

Crafting sentences for meaning and style

I can craft varied sentences for meaning, style and grammatical correctness.

Choosing precise, discipline-specific words

I can choose precise, discipline-specific words to strengthen my meaning.

Controlling voice for purpose and audience

I can control and shift my voice deliberately for purpose and audience.

Revising for clarity, coherence and logic

I can revise for coherence, logic and clarity and explain the changes I made.

Producing legible, well-formatted text

I can produce legible, well-formatted text that supports meaning and readability.

Applying spelling strategies and word structure

I can apply spelling strategies and word structure to spell complex words conventionally.

Applying capitalization conventions

I can apply capitalization conventions precisely across genres and contexts.

Applying punctuation for clarity and effect

I can apply punctuation correctly and use it for clarity and stylistic effect.

Publishing a polished multimodal project

I can publish a polished multimodal project that integrates modes for a purpose and audience.

Using tone, volume and expression for delivery

I can use tone, volume and expression to deliver ideas effectively for my audience.

Combining visuals and media for polished messages

I can combine visuals and media to create polished, purposeful messages.

Structuring a presentation to engage an audience

I can structure a presentation with evidence and rhetorical effect to keep an audience engaged.

Reflecting on and reviewing personal growth

I can reflect on and review my growth across the language processes with increasing independence.

Using criteria and tools to assess your learning

I can use criteria and tools to assess my own understanding and learning.

Using feedback to refine strategies

I can use descriptive feedback to refine my learning strategies.

Setting learning goals and planning steps

I can set specific learning goals and plan steps to achieve them.

Monitoring progress toward goals

I can monitor my progress by collecting evidence and tracking growth toward my goals.