Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Comprehend & Understand

E1/M3/21

Demonstrate independence in reading/viewing complex texts or media and being able to understand the author’s point and point of view and place them in the appropriate context.

E1 - Comprehend and evaluate complex texts across a range of types and disciplines

E1 - Discern a speaker’s key points, request clarification and ask relevant questions

E1 - Build on others’ ideas, articulate ideas and confirm that a listener has understood

E1 - Effectively seek out and use resources to support self-directed learning

SMP 3 – Listen or read arguments and decide if they make sense.

21- Listen/view effectively to decipher meaning, including knowledge, values, attitudes and intentions and then judge effectiveness and impact

CCMT Reading Comprehension: Strand A, Objective 3 – Select and use relevant information from the text in order to summarize events and/or ideas in the text.

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

AcquireFactual Knowledge

E2/21

Build a strong base of knowledge through content rich texts or other appropriate sources of information.

E2 - Engage with works of quality and substance across a wide range of subject matter

E2 - Read purposefully and listen attentively to gain both general knowledge and discipline-specific expertise

E2 - Refine and share knowledge through writing and speaking

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Information Literacy

E3/E6/M5/21

Use digital tools to obtain, evaluate, synthesize, and report findings/information clearly and effectively in response to a variety of tasks and purposes.

SMP 5 – Make sound decisions about when digital tools might be helpful, recognizing both the insight to be gained and the limitations of the tools.

E3 - Identify and use different types of evidence required of different disciplines

E6 - Know the strengths and limitations of various technology tools and mediums and select and use those best suited to communication goals

E6 - Integrate what is learned using technology with what is learned offline

21- Use digital technologies as a tool to access, research, organize, and apply information

21- Manage the flow of information from a wide variety of sources

21- Evaluate information critically and competently

21 - Use information accurately and creatively for the issue or problem at hand

21 - Apply a fundamental understanding of the ethical and legal issues surrounding the access and use of information.

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Critical Stance Based on Evidence

M3/E4

Construct and engage in viable arguments based on evidence and critique reasoning of others.

SMP 3 – Distinguish correct logic in reasoning from that which is flawed.

SMP3 –Build a logical progression of statements to explore the truth about conjectures.

SMP 3 -Use stated assumptions, definitions, and previously established results in constructing arguments.

SMP 3 - Recognize and use counter examples.

SMP 3 – Contextualize and decontextualize quantitative relationships

E4 - Question an author’s or speaker’s assumptions and premise

21 - Effectively analyze and evaluate evidence, arguments, claims and beliefs

21 - Synthesize and make connections between information and arguments

21 - Interpret information and draw conclusions based on the best analysis

CMT Strand 20 (Grade 5 Only) – State a conclusion and explain why a claim is or is not reasonable based on data

CMT Reading Comprehension: Strand D, Objective 2 - Select, synthesize and/or use relevant information within the text(s) to extend or evaluate the text(s)

CAPT Interdisciplinary Writing CAPT Process Standards –

Express mathematical ideas and arguments with clarity and coherence.

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

CommunicateEffectively

E1/E3/E5/21

Read, write, produce and speak grounded in evidence for a variety of purposes and audiences.

E1 - Construct effective arguments and convey intricate or multifaceted information

E1 - Demonstrate command of standard English and acquire and use a wide-ranging vocabulary

E3 - Adapt communication in relation to audience, task, purpose and discipline

E3 - Set and adjust purpose for reading, writing, speaking, listening and language use as warranted by the task

E5 - Cite specific evidence when offering an oral or written interpretation of a text

E5 - Use relevant evidence in writing and speaking

21 - Articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts

21- Use a variety of communication tools for a range of purposes (e.g. to inform, instruct, motivate and persuade) and there is evidence of thoughtful selection of strategy to align with message, audience, and purpose.

21- Communicate effectively in diverse environments (including multi-lingual)

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Define and Solve Problems

M1/M2/M8/21 Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them

SMP 1 – Explain the meaning of a problem and look for entry points to its solution.

SMP 1 – Analyze givens, constraints, relationships, and goals.

SMP 1 – Make conjectures about the form and meaning of a solution.

SMP 8 – Maintain oversight of the process while attending to details.

SMP 2 – Create a coherent representation of a problem.

21 -Identify and ask significant questions that clarify various points of view and lead to better solutions

21 -Reflect critically on learning experiences and problem solving processes

21 -Solve different kinds of non-familiar problems in both conventional and innovative ways

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Understand andRespect Others

E7/21

Come to understand other perspectives & cultures through reading, listening, and collaborations

E7 - Actively seek to understand other perspectives and cultures through reading and listening

E7 - Evaluate other points of view critically and constructively

21 -Contributes useful ideas with authentication and encourages others to use their ideas as well.

21 -Responds open-mindedly to different ideas and values

21 -Understand, negotiate and balance diverse views and beliefs to reach workable solutions, particularly in multi-cultural environments

CMT Reading Comprehension: Strand D, Objective 3 - Demonstrate an awareness of an author’s or character’s values, customs and beliefs included in the text

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Creativity andAdaptability

M7/21

Demonstrate innovation, flexibility and adaptability in thinking patterns, work habits, and working/learning conditions.

SMP 7 – Shift perspective to discern patterns or structures.

21 -Is aware of their own creative process and the environments in which his/her own thinking is enhanced or inhibited.

21 –When faced with barriers or difficult problems, perseveres and works to create alternatives and new solutions.

21 -Elaborate, refine, analyze and evaluate their own ideas in order to improve and maximize creative efforts

21 -Demonstrate originality and inventiveness in work and understand the real world limits to adopting new ideas

21 -View failure as an opportunity to learn; understand that creativity and innovation is a long-term, cyclical process of small successes and frequent mistakes

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Critical 21st Century and Common Core Aligned SkillsHigh Leverage Goals for Learning

Skill SetCritical Attributes Assessments & Data Points

(Current)Assessments and Data

Points (Needed)

Integrity andResponsibility

M4/E7/21

Value and demonstrate personal responsibility, character, cultural understanding, and ethical behavior

SMP 4 – Apply mathematics to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace.

E7 - Appreciate diverse experiences and perspectives

21 -Act responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind

21 -Shows respect for all members of the community

21 -Is responsible for one’s behavior and its effect on the community

21 -Demonstrates empathy for others 21 -Embraces and respects all identities

and cultures 21 -Acts consistently with personal and

community values

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