8th Grade AVID
Completion requirements
(AP) Academic Preparedness |
AVI-08.AP.01AVI-08.AP.01: Writing is a learning tool, a personal and public communication tool, and serves as a record of thinking. Students who write consider audience and purpose, engage in various writing processes to address specific situations, support their thinking, and demonstrate understanding.Sub-Standards:
(a) Develop writing skills related to timed, argumentative, and descriptive modes of writing
(b) Gather information related to the writing prompt to generate a bank of resources and information (c) Compose first drafts with a focus on establishing a clear purpose for the writing (d) Utilize inquiry strategies to develop additional questions as needed (e) Independently create and execute a plan for the revision process
(f) Analyze the language of writing and edit for voice, flow, and clarity
(g) Publish writing to an audience outside of the classroom, such as an online forum (h) Take notes with an emphasis on selecting the appropriate format for note-taking based on the note-taking objective (i) Take notes with an emphasis on using strategies to organize notes (e.g., indentation, bullets, outlines, skipping lines, color-coding) (j) Reflect on how notes help to meet the learning objective and contribute to academic and personal success Students who write can:
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AVI-08.AP.01.aAVI-08.AP.01.a: Develop writing skills related to timed, argumentative, and descriptive modes of writing.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.01.dAVI-08.AP.01.d: Utilize inquiry strategies to develop additional questions as needed.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.01.hAVI-08.AP.01.h: Take notes with an emphasis on selecting the appropriate format for note-taking based on the note-taking objective.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.01.jAVI-08.AP.01.j: Reflect on how notes help to meet the learning objective and contribute to academic and personal success.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.02AVI-08.AP.02: Inquiry is uncovering one's understanding, asking critical questions, engaging in thinking, learning and discussion. Students who inquire analyze and synthesize materials or ideas, clarify their own thinking, probe others' thinking, and work through ambiguity.
Sub-Standards:
(a) Use questioning techniques to think critically about content and concepts
(b) Generate questions based on a misunderstood concept or problem (c) Determine modifications to the process that would be needed to solve similar problems (d) Reflect on learning to make connections between new learning and the broader world (e) Reflect throughout learning on progress and continually adjust actions on major tasks or assignments (f) Reflect throughout a process on progress and continually adjust actions
(g) Develop research questions/claim statements that effectively address the research prompt
(h) Determine the perspective, validity, and reliability of information found within sources with the use of multiple sources (such as books, articles, and websites) (i) Synthesize information, sources, and data that support the research prompt (j) Construct written claims and support them with reasoning and evidence (k) Publish research to an audience outside of the classroom Students who inquire can:
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AVI-08.AP.02.aAVI-08.AP.02.a: Use questioning techniques to think critically about content and concepts.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.02.bAVI-08.AP.02.b: Generate questions based on a misunderstood concept or problem.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.02.fAVI-08.AP.02.f: Reflect throughout a process on progress and continually adjust actions.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.02.jAVI-08.AP.02.j: Construct written claims and support them with reasoning and evidence.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03AVI-08.AP.03: Collaboration is teamwork with shared responsibility, sharing of ideas, information and opinions, and formal and informal discussion. Students who collaborate work together toward a common goal, develop positive interdependence, work in focused study groups, and support the learning of others through inquiry.
Sub-Standards:
(a) Negotiate roles within a collaborative group through the adoption of effective elements of collaboration
(b) Integrate multiple perspectives into group products (c) Deepen relational capacity through the creation of novel ideas and solutions (d) Interact with peers in complex situations while maintaining a focus on respect, trust, and empathy (e) Support all group members’ understanding of key concepts
(f) Utilize technology to connect to the global community and to explore topics from multiple perspectives
(g) Adjust ineffective verbal and nonverbal communication into effective communication (h) Demonstrate active listening by asking clarifying questions (i) Demonstrate command of grammar when communicating (j) Speak effectively before the whole class Students who collaborate can:
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AVI-08.AP.03.bAVI-08.AP.03.b: Integrate multiple perspectives into group products.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03.cAVI-08.AP.03.c: Deepen relational capacity through the creation of novel ideas and solutions.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03.dAVI-08.AP.03.d: Interact with peers in complex situations while maintaining a focus on respect, trust, and empathy.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03.gAVI-08.AP.03.g: Adjust ineffective verbal and nonverbal communication into effective communication.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03.hAVI-08.AP.03.h: Demonstrate active listening by asking clarifying questions.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.03.jAVI-08.AP.03.j: Speak effectively before the whole class.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.04AVI-08.AP.04: Organization means students develop and use processes procedures, and tools to study effectively while managing their time through prioritizing and goal setting.
Sub-Standards:
(a) Develop efficient, individualized routines related to using organizational tools and planning strategies to enhance academic performance.
(b) Reflect on the use of an activity log or tracking system for community extracurricular activities and hours. (c) Understand and demonstrate the concepts and practices of backward mapping.
(d) Identify upcoming events to proactively avoid time-management conflicts.
(e) Create short- and mid-range goals that support achievement of long-term goals. (f) Modify goals and actions appropriately based on progress. (g) Manage varied visual frameworks to organize language and show relationships between key concepts. Students who organize can:
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AVI-08.AP.04.aAVI-08.AP.04.a: Develop efficient, individualized routines related to using organizational tools and planning strategies to enhance academic performance.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.04.dAVI-08.AP.04.d: Identify upcoming events to proactively avoid time-management conflicts.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.04.eAVI-08.AP.04.e: Create short- and mid-range goals that support achievement of long-term goals.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.05AVI-08.AP.05: Reading is strategically gaining meaning, understanding and knowledge from print and other media, purpose-driven, and interactive. Students who read understand text structures, apply prior knowledge and make connections to other text, self and world, made predictions and ask questions, and create visual images as they read.
Sub-Standards:
(a) Select texts and justify how they meet the reading purpose
(b) Build background knowledge related to the text preview (c) Connect vocabulary within texts to broader concepts in the text
(d) Create text-dependent questions while reading that align with the reading purpose
(e) Extend beyond the text by analyzing how to best apply key learning Students who read can:
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AVI-08.AP.05.cAVI-08.AP.05.c: Connect vocabulary within texts to broader concepts in the text.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.05.dAVI-08.AP.05.d: Create text-dependent questions while reading that align with the reading purpose.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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AVI-08.AP.05.eAVI-08.AP.05.e: Extend beyond the text by analyzing how to best apply key learning.Student Learning Targets:Knowledge Targets
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Proficiency ScaleThe Student Will ...1 Beginning... with help, demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes (Score 2.0 content) and some of the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Start 2 Developing... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes but exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes (Score 3.0 content).Simple 3 Proficient“The Standard.”... demonstrates no major errors or omissions regarding any of the information and processes that were end of instruction expectations. Target 4 Advanced... demonstrates in-depth inferences and applications regarding more complex material that go beyond end of instruction expectations.Complex ResourcesVocabulary
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