Setting+Objectives+for+Instruction+with+CCSS

Definition of objective: An objective is a specific step, a milestone, which enables you to accomplish a goal. Setting objectives involves a continuous process of research and decision-making.


 * Goal: ** By the spring (test window is the last 12 weeks) of the 2014-15 school year, BASD students will be able to demonstrate proficiency on the next generation assessment in English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics.

Students can read closely and analytically to comprehend a range of increasingly complex literary and informational texts. Students can produce effective writing for a range of purposes and audiences. Students can employ effective speaking and listening skills for a range of purposes and audiences. Students engage strategically in collaborative and independent inquiry to investigate/research topics, pose questions, and gather and present information. Students can use oral and written language skillfully across a range of literacy tasks.
 * There are four claims for ELA. They are: **
 * __ READ Critically Claim #1 __**
 * __ WRITE Effectively Claim # 2 __**
 * __ SPEAKING & LISTENING Claim #3 __**
 * __ CONDUCT RESEARCH Claim #4 __**
 * __ USE LANGUAGE Claim #5 __**