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Mission StatementThe mission of the SAU16 School District’s Library Media Programs is to ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information. The School Library Media Specialists empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information. This mission is promoted through a variety of formats and genres.

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Standard 1Students use skills, resources, and tools to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.Indicators/Skills

● Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge and making real-world connections.

● Identify and formulate questions to frame search for information needs.

● Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.

● Select information from diverse and various formats.

● Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding.

● Make sense of information gathered.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Form simple questions and begin to explore ways to answer them.2. Connect ideas to own interests, identify keywords, and share what is known about a topic,

problem, or question.3. Recognize and use facts that answer specific questions.4. Interpret information represented in pictures, illustrations, and simple charts.5. Use simple note-taking strategies to write, draw, or verbalize the main idea and supporting

details.6. Use online encyclopedias and databases with guidance.7. Recognize the purpose of the online catalog to locate materials.8. Select and use appropriate sources, including pictures, dictionaries, beginning encyclopedias,

magazines, maps and globes, to answer questions.9. Understand the basic organizational structure of books.10. Distinguish between fiction and non-fiction books.11. Understand that the library has an organizational scheme.

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Standard 2Students use skills, resources, and tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.

Indicators/Skills● Continue inquiry-based process and apply

critical thinking to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge.

● Organize knowledge so that it is useful.● Draw conclusions from information and apply

knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations.

● Use technology and other information tools to analyze and organize information.

● Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions, and solve problems.

● Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Evaluate gathered information and begin to answer the question “What is this mostly about?”2. Find facts to answer questions in more than one source.3. Note similarities and differences in information from different sources.4. Identify supporting details.5. Use organizational skills such as sorting and categorizing to organize information into different

forms. (charts, drawings)6. Complete a graphic organizer using concepts that were learned during the inquiry experience.7. Compare new ideas with what was known at the beginning of the inquiry.8. With guidance, make inferences regarding the topic at the conclusion of a theme or research

project.9. With guidance, draw a conclusion about the main idea.10. Use word processing and drawing tools to create written product.11. Share information and ideas with others by discussion and listening.12. Work in groups to create, share and evaluate simple information products (poster, diorama).13. Create a product with beginning, middle, and end.14. Use basic grammar conventions.15. Incorporate writing and oral skills to develop a product or performance.16. Use pictures to communicate new information and ideas.17. Revise work with peer or teacher guidance.

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Standard 3Students use skills, resources, and tools to share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.

Indicators/Skills● Conclude inquiry-based research process by

sharing new understandings and reflecting on the learning.

● Participate and collaborate as members of a social network of learners.

● Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively.

● Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can use, view and assess.

● Connect learning to community issues.● Use information ethically and responsibly.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Present facts and simple answers to questions.2. Use simple rubrics to assess work.3. Reflect at the end of an inquiry experience about new ideas to wonder about and investigate.4. Participate in discussions and listen well.5. Show respect for the ideas of others and give positive feedback.6. Respect rules and procedures as responsible library users.7. Share favorite literature, both fiction and nonfiction.8. Begin to create collaborative projects.9. Share information and creative products with others, using diverse formats, both print and non-

print.10. Choose and maintain a focus in a piece of writing.11. Add details from personal experience and research to support ideas.12. Use a variety of ways (through art, music, movement, oral and written language) to present

information and main ideas; use oral and written language in a variety of formats (for example narrative text, poetry, and podcasts).

13. Use word processing and creation tools to organize and communicate ideas.14. Express personal connections to the topic or question.15. Identify how the topic or question relates to a real world need.16. Rephrase rather than copy whole sentences.17. Credit sources by citing author and title.18. Distinguish between acceptable and unacceptable computer use.19. Follow school guidelines related to the responsible use of technology.20. Use technology in appropriate ways outside the school.

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Standard 4Students use skills, resources, and tools to pursue personal and aesthetic growth.

Indicators/Skills● Read, view, and listen for pleasure and

personal growth.● Read widely and fluently to make connections

with self, the world, and previous reading.● Respond to literature and creative expressions

of ideas in various formats and genres.● Seek information for personal learning in a

variety of formats and genres.● Connect ideas to own interests and previous

knowledge and experience.● Organize personal knowledge in a way that

can be called upon easily.● Use social networks and information tools to

gather and share information.● Use creative and artistic formats to express

personal learning.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Distinguish between what is real and what is not real.2. Request and choose materials related to personal interests.3. Read, view, and listen to a variety of fiction and nonfiction for enjoyment and information.4. Begin to recognize that different genres require different reading, listening or viewing strategies.5. Read widely from multicultural texts in varying genres to find out about self and the surrounding

world.6. Predict what will happen in a story.7. Draw conclusions about the main idea in a story.8. Identify author’s purpose and connect illustrations to a story.9. Compare and contrast characters in two different stories or plots in two stories by the same

author.10. Retell a story using their own words and pictures.11. Express feelings about characters and events in a story.12. Make connections between literature and their own experiences.13. Write about or orally share reactions to imaginative stories and performances.14. Retell stories using the correct sequence of events.15. Identify plot, characters, time, and places in a story.16. Discuss favorite books and authors.17. Routinely select picture, fiction, and information books; explore books in other genres (poetry,

fairy tales).18. Select information in various formats and genres based on suggestion from teacher or school

librarian and on personal interests.19. Select some books at the appropriate reading level, other books to be read aloud, and other

more challenging books of particular interest for browsing and enjoyment.20. Explain personal criteria for selecting a particular resource.21. Demonstrate comprehension of stories read independently or shared aloud.22. Develop criteria for deciding if a book matches interests and reading levels.23. Find and read (or be read) books that match interests and reading levels.24. Take notes using graphic organizer provided by teacher or school librarian.25. Draw pictures of main ideas.26. Locate information for personal interests and school assignments in print, non-print, and

electronic sources with guidance from the school librarian.27. Experiment with the online catalog and Web resources to locate information.28. Express feelings about a story through pictures and words.29. Use technology tools to create and present ideas.30. Express their own ideas through simple products in different formats.

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Standard 5Students practice internet safety and digital citizenship.

Indicators/Skills● Practice safe, legal, ethical, and responsible

use of information and technology.● Use technology to support collaboration,

learning, and productivity.● Protects personal privacy, safety, and

information in an online environment.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Ask for help when unsure online.2. Identify reasons for not using last names online.3. Understand use of logins and passwords necessary on various technology sources.4. Understand the difference between personal and private information.5. Explain what is appropriate to do online.6. Understands what is inappropriate.7. Distinguish between approved content and advertised content.8. Practice good manners online.9. Understand that online content is someone’s work not to be stolen.10. Understand that online communication is between actual people.11. Can assist others in using technology for learning.12. Use technology to explore and pursue personal interests.13. Use technology to demonstrate learning and/or ideas.14. Demonstrate to others how to use technology tools in ways that assist rather than prevent

others from learning.

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Standard 1Students use skills, resources, and tools to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.

Indicators/Skills● Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking

knowledge and making real-world connections.● Identify and formulate questions to frame

search for information needs.● Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources

to answer questions.● Select information from diverse and various

formats.● Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen

understanding.● Make sense of information gathered.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Generate questions and practice different ways to locate and evaluate sources that

provide needed information.2. Connect ideas or topics to their own interests.3. Articulate what is known about a topic, problem, or question.4. With guidance, generate a list of keywords for an inquiry based project.5. Identify and use appropriate sources to acquire background information.6. Predict answers to inquiry questions based on background knowledge and beginning

observations or experiences.7. With guidance formulate questions about the topic.8. Assess questions to determine which can be answered by simple facts, which cannot

be answered, and which would lead to an interesting inquiry.9. Revise the question or problem as needed to arrive at a manageable topic.10. Understand the library’s organizational scheme and what main topics are included in

each section.11. Select and use appropriate sources, including specialized reference sources and

databases to answer questions.12. Use multiple resources, including print, electronic, and human to locate information.13. Use the organizational structure of a book (for example, table of contents, index,

chapter headings) to locate information and answer questions.14. Use text features and illustrations to decide which resources are best to use and why.15. Skim/scan to locate information that is appropriate to age and ability level.16. Identify facts and details that support main ideas.17. Evaluate facts for accuracy.18. Distinguish between fact and opinion.19. Interpret information taken from maps, graphs, charts, and other visuals.20. Select information to answer questions or solve a problem.21. Use various note taking strategies (for example, outlining, questioning the text,

highlighting, graphic organizers).22. Paraphrase or summarize information in various formats.23. Draw conclusions based on facts and premises.24. Recognize when facts from two different sources conflict and seek additional sources

to verify accuracy.25. Recognize their own misconceptions when new information conflicts with previously

held opinions.26. Search an online catalog to locate materials.27. Use selected websites and periodical databases to find appropriate information.28. Use selected search engines to find appropriate information.29. Use software or online tools to record and organize information.

30. Work in teams to produce original works or solve problems.31. Respect others’ opinions through active listening and questioning.

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Standard 2Students use skills, resources, and tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Use different clues (placement in text, signal words, focal point of illustration) to determine

important ideas in illustrations and text.2. Identify facts and details that support main ideas.

new situations, and create new knowledge.



● Organize knowledge so that it is useful.● Draw conclusions from information and apply





3. Restate and respond with detailed answers to factual questions.4. Find similar big ideas in more than one source.5. With guidance make inferences.6. Organize notes and ideas to form responses to questions.7. Organize the information in a way that is appropriate for the assignment or question.8. Use common organizational patterns (chronological order, main idea with supporting ideas) to

make sense of information.9. Review ideas held at beginning of inquiry and reflections captured during note taking.10. Match information found with questions and predictions.11. Make inferences about topic at conclusion of research project.12. Draw a conclusion about the main idea.13. Identify connections to the curriculum and real world.14. Use word processing, drawing, presentation, graphing, and other productivity tools to illustrate

topics and convey ideas.15. Express their own ideas appropriately and effectively while working in groups to identify and

solve information problems.16. Work in groups to create and evaluate pictures, images, and charts for word processed reports

and electronic presentations.17. Follow steps of the writing/creative process: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing.18. Identify the audience and purpose before selecting a format for the product.19. Experiment with text and visual media to create products.20. Edit drafts based on feedback.21. Check for correctness, completeness, and citation of sources.

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Competencies/Benchmarks1. Present information clearly so that main points are evident.2. Use information appropriate to task and audience.3. Identify and evaluate the important features for a good product.4. Identify their own strengths and set goals for improvement.5. Reflect at the end of an inquiry experience about what ideas would still be interesting to pursue.







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6. Show respect for and respond to the ideas of others.7. Accurately describe or restate the ideas of others.8. Acknowledge personal and group achievements.9. Rely on feedback to improve product and process.10. Respect guidelines for responsible and ethical use of information resources.11. Share favorite literature.12. Participate in discussions on fiction and nonfiction related to curriculum.13. Develop a product with peers and share with others.14. Develop projects with peers that can be shared electronically and can challenge other students

to answer questions or give opinions adding to the content (for example, shared book reviews, slide presentations).

15. Use significant details and relevant information to develop meaning.16. Present information coherently in oral, visual, and written sequence.17. Use clear and appropriate vocabulary to convey the intended message.18. Speak clearly to convey meaning.19. Use various technology tools to retrieve and organize information.20. Use a variety of media and formats to create and edit products that communicate syntheses of

information and ideas.21. Gather information and ideas from different points of view.22. Base opinions on information from multiple sources of authority.23. Examine the concept of freedom of speech and explain why it is important.24. Connect ideas and information to situations and people in the larger community.25. Demonstrate understanding of plagiarism by paraphrasing information or noting direct quotes.26. Understand that authors and illustrators own their writings and art, and it is against the law to

copy their work.27. Credit all sources properly with title, author and page number.28. Observe Web safety procedures including safeguarding personal information.29. Practice responsible use of technology and describe personal consequences of inappropriate

use.30. Respect privacy of others (e-mail, files, passwords, book checkout, etc.).

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personal growth.● Read widely and fluently to make connections

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Set reading goals.2. Read, listen to, and view a range of resources for a variety of purposes: to live the experiences of a

character, to answer questions, to find out about something new, to explore personal interests.3. Understand the value of visiting the public library to attend programs, seek help as needed, and check out

materials to read.4. Use evidence from the text to discuss the author’s purpose.5. Read widely to explore new ideas.6. Predict and infer about events and characters.7. Identify problems and solutions in a story.8. Draw conclusions about the theme of a story.9. Describe how the illustrator’s style and use of elements and media represent and extend the meaning of

with self, the world, and previous reading.● Respond to literature and creative expressions

of ideas in various formats and genres.● Seek information for personal learning in a

variety of formats and genres.● Connect ideas to own interests and previous

knowledge and experience.● Organize personal knowledge in a way that

can be called upon easily.● Use social networks and information tools to

gather and share information.● Use creative and artistic formats to express

personal learn

the story or the narrative text.10. Connect stories to previous reading.11. Recognize the features of various genres and use different reading strategies for understanding.12. Demonstrate knowledge of favorite authors and genres.13. Connect their own feelings to emotions, characters, and events portrayed in a literary work.14. Use personal experiences to stimulate responses to literature and art.15. Restate and interpret ideas presented through creative formats.16. Identify story elements in various fiction genres.17. Use evidence from stories to discuss characters, settings, plot, time and place.18. Discuss the theme of stories, using evidence to support opinions.19. Participate in book talks and discussion groups.20. Select books from favorite authors and genres; try new genres when suggested.21. Select information in various formats based on a theme, topic, and connection to classroom learning or

personal interest.22. Routinely select “just right” books and challenging books.23. Read multiple works of a single author.24. Explain why some authors and genres have become favorites.25. Independently select appropriate print, non-print, and electronic materials on an individual level.26. Use prior knowledge to understand and compare literature.27. Understand literal meaning and identify the main points reflected in a work.28. Compare the ideas in various types of resources to experiences in real life.29. Use simple graphic organizers and technology tools to capture the main ideas and their relationships to

each other.30. Use two-column approach to note-taking to capture personal connections to information.31. Use basic strategies (author, title, subject) to locate information using the library’s online catalog.32. Use social networking tools to create and share information.33. Present creative products in a variety of formats.34. Use technology applications to create documents and visualizations of new learning.35. Use multimedia authoring tools for independent and collaborative publishing activities.

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Competencies/Benchmarks1. Protect personal information when using technology.2. Use technology to locate information safely.3. Practice good online manners recognizing some communications can be hurtful to others.4. Recognize the consequences of inappropriate communication (including, but not limited to,

cyberbullying, harassment, outing, rumors, flaming, sexting).5. Report inappropriate online behavior (including but not limited to, harassment,

cyberbullying, threats).6. Recognizes concept of a digital footprint.7. Recognize and avoid inappropriate content (including, but not limited to, advertising,

malware, phishing, viruses, pornography).8. Protect electronic devices from physical harm and, with guidance, recognize and avoid

potential damaging or invasive content.

9. Recognize the difference between copyright free digital resources and those that are not.10. Use technology responsibly to explore and pursue interests.11. Demonstrate to others how to use new and existing technology tools in ways that assist

rather than prevent others from learning.

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Standard 1Students use skills, resources, and tools to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.

Indicators/Skills● Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking

knowledge and making real-world connections.

● Identify and formulate questions to frame search for information needs.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Use a critical-thinking process that involves asking questions, investigating the answers,and

developing new understandings for personal or academic independent-learning activities.2. State and support what is known about a topic, problem, or question, and make connections to prior

knowledge.3. Observe and analyze an experience, demonstration, or source that introduces a topic, problem, or

question to gather background information.4. Write questions independently based on key ideas or areas of focus.5. Determine what information is needed to support the investigation and answer the questions.6. Analyze what is already known, or what is observed or experienced, to predict answers to inquiry

questions.7. Recognize the organization and use of special sections in the library.8. Locate appropriate nonfiction resources by using the library's classification scheme.9. Evaluate sources based on criteria such as copyright date, authority of author or publisher,

comprehensiveness, readability, and alignment with research needs.

● Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.

● Select information from diverse and various formats.

● Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding.

● Make sense of information gathered.

10. Select a variety of credible sources in different formats relevant to research needs.11. Recognize that information has a social or cultural context based in currency, accuracy, authority and

point of view.12. Evaluate and select information based on usefulness, currency, accuracy, authority, and point of view.13. Evaluate, paraphrase, and summarize information in various formats.14. Use both fact and opinions responsibly by identifying and verifying them.15. Seek more than one point of view by using diverse sources.16. Explain the effect of different perspectives (points of view) on the information.17. Use online resources to locate information.18. Implement keyword search strategies.19. Use a variety of search engines to do advanced searching.20. Work in self-managed teams to understand concepts and to solve problems.21. Offer information and opinion at appropriate times in group discussions.22. Encourage team members to share ideas and opinions.

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Standard 2Students use skills, resources, and tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Assess the importance of ideas by comparing their treatment across texts.2. Identify main ideas and find supporting examples, definitions, and details.3. Analyze different points of view discovered in different sources.4. Determine patterns and discrepancies by comparing and combining information available in different

sources.5. Interpret information and ideas by defining, classifying, and inferring from information in text.6. Assess the importance of ideas by comparing their treatment across texts.7. Identify main ideas and find supporting examples, definitions, and details.8. Analyze different points of view discovered in different sources.



● Organize knowledge so that it is useful.● Draw conclusions from information and

apply knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations.




9. Determine patterns and discrepancies by comparing and combining information available in different sources.

10. Interpret information and ideas by defining, classifying, and inferring from information in text.11. Review prior knowledge and reflect on how ideas changed with more information.12. Compare information found to tentative thesis or hypothesis; revisit or revise hypothesis as

appropriate.13. Draw conclusions based on explicit and implied information.14. Form opinions and judgements backed up by supporting evidence.15. Identify and apply common productivity tools and features for the purpose of analyzing and

organizing information.16. Use interactive tools to participate as a group in analyzing and organizing information.17. Participate in problem-solving process with group.18. Work collaboratively in using technology to meet information needs.19. Pay attention to copyright provisions, work in groups to import and manipulate pictures, images, and

charts in documents, spreadsheets, presentations, webpages, and other creative products and presentations that effectively communicate new knowledge.

20. Work in groups to evaluate products and presentations.21. Use prewriting to discover alternate ways to present conclusions.22. Select presentation form based on audience and purpose.23. Draft the presentation/product following an outline of ideas and add supporting details.24. Create products that incorporate writing, visuals, and other forms of media to convey message and

main points.25. Assess and edit for grammar, visual impact, and appropriate use of media.26. Cite all sources using correct bibliographic format.

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Competencies/Benchmarks1. Present conclusions and supporting facts in a variety of ways.2. Present solutions to problems using modeled examples.3. Identify, with guidance, skills that require practice and refinement.4. Follow plan of work but seek feedback for improving the process.5. Reflect at the end of an inquiry process to identify additional areas of personal interest for

pursuit in the future.6. Offer information and opinions at appropriate times in group discussions.7. Encourage team members to share ideas and opinions.8. Ask questions of others in a group to elicit their information and opinions.9. Accurately describe or summarize ideas of others.10. Practice responsible and ethical use of information resources, both in their own library and

in other institutions.11. Share reading experiences and favorite literature to build a relationship with others.12. Use interactive tools to exchange data collected, collaborate to design products or solve

problems, and learn curricular content.





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13. Present conclusions so that main ideas are clearly stated and supported by evidence.14. Use relevant ideas and details to show insight into people, events, new knowledge, and

personal background.15. Use dramatic, audio, and video presentation as appropriate for subject and audience.16. Adjust pacing, volume, and intonation appropriate to content and purpose.17. Use appropriate media and formats to design and develop products that clearly and

coherently display new understanding.18. Identify and address community and global issues.19. Use real-world examples to establish authenticity.20. Seek information from different sources to get balanced points of view.21. Avoid plagiarism by rephrasing information in their own words.22. Document quotations and cite sources using correct bibliographic format.23. Abide by the Acceptable Use Policy of the school.24. Use programs and the internet responsibly and ethically.

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personal growth.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Read, listen to, and view an increasingly wide range of genres and formats for recreation and information.2. Independently locate and select information for personal, hobby, or vocational interests.3. Pursue creative expressions of information in the community.4. Read books that connect to their own experiences.5. Read with purpose to investigate new ideas beyond the required curriculum.6. Read books from various genres.7. Compare and contrast story elements in two literary works.8. Demonstrate understanding that texts, both narrative and expository, are written by authors expressing their own

ideas.9. Recognize the author's point of view; consider alternative perspectives.10. Respond to the images and feelings evoked by a literary or artistic work.11. Connect text to personal experiences.12. Use illustrations, context, graphics, and layout to extract meaning from different formats.13. Interpret literary elements from evidence presented in the text.

● Read widely and fluently to make connections with self, the world, and previous reading.

● Respond to literature and creative expressions of ideas in various formats and genres.

● Seek information for personal learning in a variety of formats and genres.

● Connect ideas to own interests and previous knowledge and experience.

● Organize personal knowledge in a way that can be called upon easily.

● Use social networks and information tools to gather and share information.

● Use creative and artistic formats to express personal learn

14. Draw conclusions about the theme from evidence in the text.15. Recognize how characters change.16. Share reading, listening, and viewing experiences in a variety of ways and formats.17. Read a variety of genres, including short stories, novels, poems, plays, drama, myths, films and electronic

magazines and books.18. Describe the characteristics of different genres.19. Explore new genres that fulfill interest and reading level.20. Select resources for classroom learning and for personal exploration.21. Select resources on topics of interest at both a comfortable reading level and at higher levels of comprehension.22. Select print, nonprint, and electronic materials based on personal interests and knowledge of authors.23. Maintain personal reading lists.24. Demonstrate understanding of literal and implied meanings by explaining how new meanings fit with what is

already known.25. Connect ideas reflected in various resources to life experiences at home, in school and with peers.26. Keep logs or records of new and up-to-date ideas by reading online information, magazines, and other current

sources.27. Check ideas for accuracy by analyzing the authority of the source and validating the information through multiple

resources.28. Develop visual pictures of the main ideas and design concept maps, webs, or graphics to capture the ideas.29. Identify their own learning styles and organize ideas accordingly.30. Use different forms of note-taking to capture personal connections to information.31. Use advanced strategies (Boolean searches) to locate information about personal-interest topics in the library's

online catalog.32. Use a few technology tools and resources to collect, organize, and evaluate information that addresses issues or

interests.33. Apply technology productivity tools to meet personal needs.34. Use online information tools to responsibly and safely share information and ideas and to collaborate with others.35. Create original products based on responses to literature and other creative works of art.36. Experiment with various types of multimedia applications for artistic and personal expression.

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Competencies/Benchmarks1. Acknowledge the permanence of online content (including digital footprint) and understand

that once information (including photos, videos, etc.) is posted online, it is no longer controlled by the originator.

2. Use the Internet to locate information safely.3. Demonstrate a positive online reputation (including digital footprint) and abstain from

inappropriate or illegal online behavior.4. Report inappropriate online behavior (including, but not limited to, harassment,

cyberbullying, threats).5. Recognize and avoid inappropriate content (including, but not limited to, advertising,

malware, phishing, viruses, pornography).6. Recognize and avoid potentially damaging or invasive content (including, but not limited to,

malware, phishing scams, viruses, etc.) by using appropriate filters and antivirus software.7. Download content only from ethical and reputable sources.8. Understand the basics of online consumerism, (including, but not limited to, identity theft,

security, fraud, phishing).9. Read and comprehend RUPs, privacy policies and terms of use.10. Practice fair use of resources - rework, reuse, remix.

End of Grade 10Standard 1Students use skills, resources, and tools to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge.Indicators/Skills

Follow an inquiry-based process in seeking knowledge and making real-world connections.

Identify and formulate questions to frame search for information needs.

Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.

Select information from diverse and various formats.

Collaborate with others to broaden and deepen understanding.

Make sense of information gathered.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. With guidance, use an inquiry-based process for expanding content knowledge, connecting academic

learning with the real world, and pursuing personal interests2. Read background information to discover the key components of the problem or question.3. Identify keywords or synonyms to use in further research.4. Develop a schema or mind map to express the big idea and the relationships among supporting ideas and

topics of interest.5. Generate specific questions to focus the purpose of the research6. Develop and refine the topic, problem, or question independently to arrive at a worthy and manageable

topic.7. Formulate questions to collect the needed information to validate or contest a thesis statement.8. Design questions that systematically test a hypothesis or validate a thesis statement.9. Refine questions to provide a framework for the inquiry and to fulfill the purpose of the research.10. Identify and prioritize possible sources of information based on specific information needs and strength of

different information formats.11. Use specialized reference materials to find specific and in-depth information.12. Use both primary and secondary sources.13. Evaluate sources based on criteria such as copyright date, authority of author or publisher, depth of

coverage, and relevance to research questions.

14. Recognize that knowledge can be organized into disciplines that influence the way information is presented and use this understanding to effectively access information.

15. Evaluate information from a variety of social or cultural contexts, based on currency, accuracy, authority, and point of view.

16. Take notes using one or more note-taking strategies, including reflecting on the information (for example, graphic organizers, two-column notes).

17. Categorize information; add new categories as necessary.18. Interpret information presented in various format.19. Identify presence of bias and explain the effect on the information presented.20. Counter the effect of bias on the accuracy and reliability of information by actively pursuing a balanced

perspective.21. Use a range of electronic resources efficiently, effectively, and safely by applying a variety of search and

evaluation strategies.22. Use social networking tools to demonstrate and share learning.23. Seek ideas and opinions from others.24. Respect and help groups find and incorporate diverse ideas.25. Describe ideas of others accurately.26. Help to organize and integrate contributions of all group members into products.

End of Grade 10Standard 2Students use skills, resources, and tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.

Indicators/Skills Continue inquiry-based process and apply


Organize knowledge so that it is useful. Draw conclusions from information and apply


Use technology and other information tools to analyze and organize information.

Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions, and solve problems.

Use the writing process, media and visual

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Identify main, supporting, and conflicting information using multiple sources to support

interpretation or point of view.2. Make and explain inferences about main ideas.3. Critically examine and analyze relevant information from a variety of sources to discover

relationships and patterns among ideas.4. If a discrepancy in points of view is discovered, continue research until it is resolved.5. Use appropriate organizational patterns (chronological order, cause and effect,

compare/contrast) to capture point of view and draw conclusions.6. Experiment with devising their own organizational structures).7. Draw clear and appropriate conclusions supported by evidence and examples.8. Combine ideas and information to develop and demonstrate new understanding.9. Recognize multiple causes for same issues or events.10. Apply strategies for making personal and real world connections with information.11. Use web-based and other technology tools to show connections and patterns in the ideas and

information collected.12. Identify and apply common utilities (for example, spell checker and thesaurus for word

processing; formulas and charts in spreadsheets; and pictures, movies, sound, and charts in presentation tools) to enhance communication to an audience, promote productivity, and support creativity.

literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.

13. Participate in discussion to analyze information problems to suggest solutions.14. Work with others to select, organize, and integrate information and ideas from a variety of

sources and formats.15. Use online environments or other collaborative tools to facilitate design and development of

materials, models, publications, and presentations.16. Apply utilities to edit pictures, images, and charts, complying with all copyright provisions.17. Select the presentation/product to effectively communicate and support a purpose, argument,

point of view, or interpretation.18. Express ideas through creative products in a variety of formats.19. Revise work based on ongoing self-assessment, and feedback from teachers and peers.20. Edit for grammar, language conventions and styles.21. Cite all sources and use specified citation formats.

End of Grade 10Standard 3Students use skills, resources, and tools to share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.

Indicators/Skills Conclude inquiry-based research process by


Participate and collaborate as members of a social network of learners.

Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively.

Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can use, view and assess.

Connect learning to community issues. Use information ethically and responsibly.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Present and support conclusions to answer the question or problem.2. Set high and clear standards for work and develop criteria for self-assessment or use

established criteria (rubrics, checklists).3. Assess their own work and establish revision strategies for themselves.4. Follow their own research plans and evaluate effectiveness of their inquiry processes.5. Seek ideas and opinions from others.6. Respect and help groups find and incorporate diverse ideas.7. Accurately describe or summarize ideas of others and respond appropriately.8. Respect guidelines and comply with policies for access in different information environments

(public libraries, museums, cultural institutions, agencies).9. Recognize that equitable access to information depends on student responsibility.10. Use interactive tools and websites to collaboratively design products and solve problems with

peers, experts, and other audiences.11. Share research and creative products with others.12. Use an organizational structure that effectively connects ideas and creates the desired intent.

Use the most appropriate format, tone, language to communicate ideas and points of view clearly to different audiences.

13. Use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

14. Use multiple resources to seek balanced perspectives.15. Explain how the topic or question relates to issues in the real world.16. Demonstrate understanding of intellectual freedom and First Amendment rights.17. Understand what constitutes plagiarism and refrain from representing others’ work attributable to

as their own.18. Demonstrate understanding of intellectual property rights by giving credit for all quotes, and by

citing them properly in notes and bibliography.19. Abide by copyright guidelines for use of materials not in public domain.20. Legally obtain, store, and disseminate text, data, images, or sounds.

21. Abide by the acceptable use policy in all respects and use Internet responsibly and safely.22. Explain First Amendment rights and the process available to defend them.

End of Grade 10Standard 4Students use skills, resources, and tools to pursue personal and aesthetic growth.

Indicators/Skills Read, view, and listen for pleasure and

personal growth. Read widely and fluently to make connections

with self, the world, and previous reading. Respond to literature and creative expressions

of ideas in various formats and genres. Seek information for personal learning in a

variety of formats and genres. Connect ideas to own interests and previous

knowledge and experience. Organize personal knowledge in a way that

can be called upon easily. Use social networks and information tools to

gather and share information. Use creative and artistic formats to express

personal learning.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Read, listen to, and view information in a variety of formats to explore new ideas, form opinions, and solve

problems.2. Seek and locate information about personal interests, applying the same criteria and strategies used for

academic information seeking.3. Recognize and evaluate the author’s point of view and how it affects the text; consider and evaluate

alternative perspectives.4. Read books to connect to real-world issues.5. Recognize similarities and differences among authors writing on the same theme.6. Recognize how their own points of view influence perspectives on text.7. Assess the emotional impact of specific works on the reader or viewer.8. Apply ideas gained from literary and artistic works to their own lives.9. Compare the theme and its treatment in different works of literature.10. Evaluate the effectiveness of a creative work in terms of the creator’s use and interweaving of artistic

elements.11. Select resources for academic, personal, and real-world purposes.12. Select print, non-print, and digital materials based on personal interests and knowledge of authors.13. Select resources on topics of interest at both comfortable and challenging levels of comprehension.14. Read a variety of fiction and nonfiction, including works of international authors and authors outside

students’ own cultures.15. Use print, non-print, and electronic information resources for information about personal needs; actively

seeking answers to questions.16. Set reading goals and maintain personal reading lists.17. Explain text on both literal and abstract levels.18. Use context and graphic clues to aid understanding.19. Analyze alternative perspectives and evaluate differing points of view.20. Compare new ideas to previous understandings and make changes to mental framework where

appropriate.21. Use visualization to provide a clear picture of the major ideas.22. Categorize new ideas with keywords and tagging.23. Develop personal note-taking systems that incorporate personal reflections.24. Expanded use of technology tools and resources to collect, organize, and evaluate information that

addresses issues or interests.25. Use a range of search strategies to locate information about personal-interest topics in their own and other

libraries.26. Engage in the safe and ethical use of social networking applications to construct and share ideas and

products.27. Share reading, viewing, and listening experiences in a variety of ways and formats, including book clubs

and interest groups.28. Express their own ideas through creative products in a variety of formats.29. Chose format appropriate for audience and purpose.30. Select and use various types of multimedia software for artistic and personal expression.

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Competencies/Benchmarks1. Use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at

a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.2. Advocate and practice strategies that promote personal safety and protect online and

offline reputation.3. Explain the impact of digital footprint to both personal and professional settings.4. Understand the need for protecting personal privacy when using public access to digital

sources.5. Identify the intellectual property rights of personal content.6. Identify the concept of fair use of resources - rework, reuse, remix.7. Understand the long-term impact of digital information.8. Behave responsibly and respectfully in a networked environment.9. Read and comprehend Responsible Use Policies (RUPs), privacy policies and terms of use.10. Use electronic devices safely and appropriately.

End of Grade 12Standard 1Students use skills, resources, and tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.







Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.

Competencies/Benchmarks22. Independently and systematically use an inquiry-based process for expanding content knowledge,

connecting academic learning with the real world, and pursuing personal interests, and investigate opportunities for personal growth.

23. Explore general information sources to increase familiarity with the topic or question.24. Review the initial information need to develop, clarify, revise, or refine the question.25. Compare new background information with prior knowledge to determine direction and focus of learning.26. Recognize that the purpose of the inquiry determines the type of questions and the type of thinking required

(for example, an historical purpose may require taking a position and defending it.27. Explore problems or questions for which there are multiple answers or no “best” answer.28. Review the initial information need to clarify, revise, or refine the questions.29. Identify the value of and differences among potential resources in a variety of formats.30. Use various search systems to retrieve information in a variety of formats.31. Seek and use a variety of specialized resources available from libraries, the Web, and the community.32. Describe criteria used to make resource decisions and choices.33. Evaluate historical information for validity of interpretation, and scientific information for accuracy and

reliability of data.34. Recognize the social, cultural, or other context within which the information was created and explain the

impact of context on interpreting the information.35. use consciously selected criteria to determine whether the information contradicts or verifies information

from other sources.36. Restate concepts in their own words and select appropriate data accurately.37. Integrate new information presented in various formats with previous information or knowledge.38. Analyze initial synthesis of findings and construct new hypotheses or generalizations if warranted.39. Challenge ideas represented and make notes of questions to pursue in additional sources.40. Create a system to organize the information.41. Analyze the structure and logic of supporting arguments or methods.42. Analyze information for prejudice, deception, or manipulation.43. Investigate different viewpoints encountered and determine whether and how to incorporate or reject these

viewpoints.44. Compensate for the effect of point of view and bias by seeking alternative

45. Select the most appropriate technologies to access and retrieve the needed information.46. Use various technologies to organize and manage the information selected.47. Create their own electronic learning spaces by collecting and organizing links to information resources,

working collaboratively, and sharing new ideas and understandings with others.48. Model social skills and character traits that advance a team’s ability to identify issues and problems, and to

work together on solutions and products49. Design and implement projects that include participation from diverse groups.50. Describe ideas of other accurately.

End of Grade 12Standard 2Students use skills, resources, and

Competencies/Benchmarks51. Build a conceptual framework by synthesizing ideas gathered from multiple texts.

tools to draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge.







Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings.

52. Resolve conflicting evidence or clarify reasons for differing interpretations of information and ideas.

53. Organize information independently, deciding the structure based on the relationships among ideas and general patterns discovered.

54. Combine information and inferences to draw conclusions and create meaning.55. Develop their own points of view and support with evidence.56. Present different perspectives with evidence for each.57. Apply new knowledge to real-world issues and problems.58. Display important connections among ideas by using common productivity tools to categorize

and analyze information.59. Use locally available and web-based interactive presentation and production tools to enhance

creativity in effectively organizing and communicating information.60. Apply utilities to edit pictures, images, and charts, complying with all copyright.61. Collaborate locally and remotely with peers, experts, and others to collect, produce and share

information.62. Use the most appropriate format to clearly communicate ideas to targeted audiences.63. Assess how tone and choice of language impact content in a range of media.64. Analyze how composition and placement of visual images influence the message.65. Apply various technological skills to create performances and products.66. Cite ideas and direct quotes using official style formats.67. Employ various strategies for revising and reviewing their own work.

End of Grade 12Standard 3Students use skills, resources, and tools to share knowledge and

Competencies/Benchmarks23. Present complex ideas with clarity and authority.24. Present original conclusions effectively.25. Identify their own strengths, assess their own inquiry processes and products, and set goals for

participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.

Indicators/Skills Conclude inquiry-based research process by


Participate and collaborate as members of a social network of learners.

Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively.

Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can use, view and assess.

Connect learning to community issues. Use information ethically and responsibly.

improvement.26. Offer and defend information brought to a group.27. Seek consensus from a group, when appropriate, to achieve a stronger product.28. Help to organize and integrate contributions of all group members into products.29. Use technology tools to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, expertise, and other real

world audiences.30. Employee organizational and presentation structures (for example, narrative essays, funds,

debates) using various formats to achieve purpose and clarify meaning.31. Use details and language the show authority and knowledge of topic.32. Deliver a presentation to support a position on a specified topic and respond to questions from

the audience.33. Present ideas and conclusions to audiences be on the school.34. Prepare and deliver a professional presentation to audience outside of school using technology

as a medium of presentation35. Investigate multiple sides of issues and about with them carefully, particularly on controversial or

culturally based topics.36. Connect learning to real-world issues.37. Demonstrate understanding of the process of writing their own work.38. Analyze the consequences and costs of unethical use of information and communication

technology (for example, hacking, spamming, consumer fraud, virus setting, intrusion); identify ways of addressing those risks.

39. Use programs and websites responsibly, efficiently, and ethically.40. Serve as a mentor for others who want to use information technology.

End of Grade 12Standard 4Students use skills, resources, and tools to pursue personal and aesthetic growth.

Competencies/Benchmarks31. Read, view, and listen to learn, to solve problems, and to explore many different ideas.32. Routinely read, view, and listen for personal enjoyment.33. For personal growth and learning take advantage of opportunities available within the

community, including classes, lectures, other presentations, museums, public library

Indicators/Skills Read, view, and listen for pleasure and

personal growth. Read widely and fluently to make connections

with self, the world, and previous reading. Respond to literature and creative expressions

of ideas in various formats and genres. Seek information for personal learning in a

variety of formats and genres. Connect ideas to own interests and previous

knowledge and experience. Organize personal knowledge in a way that

can be called upon easily. Use social networks and information tools to

gather and share information. Use creative and artistic formats to express

personal learning.

programming, and arts performances.34. Read, view, and use fiction or nonfiction to enrich understanding of real – world concepts.35. Derive multiple perspectives on the same themes by comparing across different works.36. Read widely to develop a global perspective and understand different cultural contexts.37. Read to support and challenge their own points of view.38. Express new ideas gained through information presented in various formats and connect the

ideas to the human experience.39. Identify universal themes in literature and other forms of expression, and analyze different

cultural approaches to those themes.40. Explore real-world of genres (movie reviews, editorials, consumer reports, game tips and

strategies, career information).41. Find information about personal interests independently, using the same criteria and strategies

used to seek for academic information seeking.42. Connect new ideas and understanding as to future needs and interests that relate to college,

careers, and personal lives.43. Reflect the changes and personal goals, reading preferences, personal interests, and knowledge

base throughout the high school experience.44. Connect new information to ideas previously learned by developing graphic organizers and

taxonomies (hierarchical classifications) to lick a large concepts to related details.45. Identify the main ideas by seeing the pattern they present (for example, cause-and-effect, growth

or change over time).46. Standardize personal note-taking systems so that main ideas and personal responses

(emotional reactions, questions) are incorporated47. Address real-world problems and issues by using information and communication technology

tools to gather, evaluate, and use information from different sources, analyze findings, draw conclusions, and create solutions.

48. Use telecommunication to search for and identify potential work, college, or other opportunities.49. Apply production strategies and technology tools to design products to meet personal needs.50. Participate in the social interchange of ideas through book discussions, interest groups, and

online sharing.51. Participate responsibly and safely in social networks using appropriate tools to collaborate, as

well as to share ideas and knowledge.52. Create original products to reflect personal interpretations of information and construction of new

knowledge using multiple formats.53. Use a range of technology tools to produce sophisticated and creative renditions of personal

learning.

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use of information and technology.

Competencies/Benchmarks1. Use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at

a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others.2. Advocate and practice strategies that promote personal safety and protect online and

offline reputation.3. Explain the impact of digital footprint to both personal and professional settings.4. Understand the need for protecting personal privacy when using public access to digital

sources.

● Use technology to support collaboration, learning, and productivity.

● Protects personal privacy, safety, and information in an online environment.

5. Identify the intellectual property rights of personal content.6. Identify the concept of fair use of resources - rework, reuse, remix.7. Understand the long-term impact of digital information.8. Behave responsibly and respectfully in a networked environment.9. Read and comprehend Responsible Use Policies (RUPs), privacy policies and terms of use.10. Use electronic devices safely and appropriately.

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