EAST LONGMEADOW PUBLIC SCHOOLS
2006 - 2007 DISTRICT CURRICULUM GUIDES

Language Arts - Grade 1

Language Arts

The Massachusetts English Language Arts Curriculum Framework is designed to guide local school district personnel in the development of effective English language arts curricula. Learning in English language arts is recursive. That is, students at every grade level apply similar language skills and concepts as they use increasingly more complex materials. In this way, students build upon and refine their knowledge, gaining sophistication and independence as they grow. Language, Reading and Literature, Composition, and Media are interdependent. Each strand intertwines with and supports the others. Students might at any time read and write, view and discuss, or interpret and perform in order to understand and communicate meaning. Thus, at all grade levels, effective English language arts curriculum units weave together skills and concepts from several strands to support student learning.

Grade 1

The Massachusetts English Language Arts Curriculum Framework provides learning standards for students in grade 1.


Genres
The Genres Unit includes identifying and comparing key characteristics of literary genres, as designated by a work's subject, theme, style, and time period. Some examples of genres are science fiction, poetry, drama, British literature, and multicultural literature.

    Genre: Myths/Narratives/Literature
The learner will be able to recognize, examine, and use knowledge of themes, structure, and elements of myths, traditional narratives, and classical literature and offer textual evidence to support understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Genre Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 16
  
    Classic Literature: Retell/Dramatize
The learner will be able to retell or dramatize classic literature.
Strand Scope Source
Classic Literature Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 16.2
  
    Drama: Stories/Plays/Poems/Rehearse
The learner will be able to rehearse and perform stories, plays, and poems for an audience using appropriate eye contact, volume, and clear enunciation.
Strand Scope Source
Drama Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 18.1
  
    Word Choice: Senses/Imagery/Mood
The learner will be able to recognize and examine how author's word choice appeals to the senses, creates imagery, suggests mood, and sets tone and provide textual evidence to support understanding.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Sound/Form Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 15
  
    Nonfiction: Purpose/Structure/Elements
The learner will be able to recognize, analyze, and apply knowledge of purpose, structure, and elements of nonfiction or informational materials and provide evidence from the text to support their comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Nonfiction Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13
  
    Poetry: Structure/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the structure of poetry.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  
    Classic Literature: Traditional/Familiar
The learner will be able to recognize familiar genres of traditional literature read orally.
Strand Scope Source
Classic Literature Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 16.1
  
    Classic Literature: Recurring Phrases
The learner will be able to recognize recurring phrases in classic literature, such as once upon a time.
Strand Scope Source
Classic Literature Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 16.3
  
    Classic Literature: Recurring Phrases
The learner will be able to predict recurring phrases in classic literature, such as once upon a time.
Strand Scope Source
Classic Literature Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 16.3
  
    Poetry: Structure/Apply
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of structural elements of poems.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Sound/Form Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  
    Poetry: Theme/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the theme of a given poem.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Story Elements Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  
    Poetry: Theme/Apply
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of theme in a poem.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Story Elements Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  
    Characteristics: Identify
The learner will be able to identify key characteristics of genres.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Characteristics Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 10
  
    Characteristics: Contrast/Poetry/Prose
The learner will be able to identify differences among characteristics of poetry, prose, fiction, nonfiction, and dramatic literature.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Characteristics Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 10.1
  
    Characteristics: Knowledge/Use
The learner will be able to use his/her knowledge of the characteristics for a variety of different texts.
Strand Scope Source
Genre: Characteristics Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 10
  
    Elements: Identify
The learner will be able to identify poetic elements.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Elements Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  
    Rhyme: Similar Sound/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize similar sounds in responding to rhyme.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Rhythm/Rhyme Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14.1
  
    Rhythm: Regular Beat/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize a regular beat in responding to a poem's rhythm.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Rhythm/Rhyme Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14.1
  
    Analyze: Theme
The learner will be able to analyze the theme in a poem.
Strand Scope Source
Poetry: Analyze Story Elements Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 14
  

Language Expressions
The Language Expressions Unit focuses on language conventions, structure, usage, and language study. It also addresses parts of speech, figures of speech, syntax, paragraph and sentence structure, word agreement, modifiers, and grammar.

    Expression: Standard English/Grammar
The learner will be able to examine the role of Standard English grammar and usage and identify how its vocabulary has developed and been influenced by other languages.
Strand Scope Source
Language Expression Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5
  
    Sentence Structure: Characteristics
The learner will be able to identify the distinguishing characteristics of a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Sentence Structure Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.4
  
    Conventions: Standard English
The learner will be able to demonstrate appropriate use of Standard English in writing.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22
  
    Formal/Informal: Stories/Poems/Plays
The learner will be able to recognize formal and informal language in stories, poems, and plays.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions: Formal/Informal Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 6.1
  
    Formal/Informal: Describe/Role
The learner will be able to describe the role of Standard English in informal communication.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions: Formal/Informal Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 6
  
    Formal/Informal: Describe/Role
The learner will be able to describe the role of Standard English in formal communication.
Strand Scope Source
Language Conventions: Formal/Informal Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 6
  

Language Mechanics
The Language Mechanics Unit includes comprehending and applying the rules that govern punctuation and capitalization when writing and editing written works.

    Endmark: Correct/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the use of correct endmarks.
Strand Scope Source
Endmark Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.4
  
    Endmark: Use
The learner will be able to use endmarks correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Endmark Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Capitalization: Correct/Recognize/Names
The learner will be able to recognize the correct capitalization of names.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.3
  
    Capitalization: Correct/Recognize/Places
The learner will be able to recognize the correct capitalization of places.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.3
  
    Capitalization: Months/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the correct capitalization for the months of the year.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.3
  
    Capitalization: Days/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the correct capitalization for days of the week.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.3
  
    Capitalization: Names
The learner will be able to capitalize names.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Capitalization: Months
The learner will be able to capitalize the months of the year.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Capitalization: Days
The learner will be able to capitalize the days of the week.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Capitalization: Places
The learner will be able to capitalize the names of places.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Proper Nouns Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Comma: Date/Identify
The learner will be able to correctly identify a comma within a date.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.3
  
    Comma: Dates
The learner will be able to correctly use a comma in dates.
Strand Scope Source
Comma Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Mechanics: Use Correct
The learner will be able to write using correct mechanics.
Strand Scope Source
Mechanics Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Capitalization: Beginning of Sentence
The learner will be able to capitalize the beginning of a sentence.
Strand Scope Source
Capitalization: Conventions Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  

Listening
The Listening Unit includes identifying and distinguishing between sounds and patterns in sounds, constructing meaning from information delivered verbally, and understanding and responding to verbal information.

    Critical Listening: Senses/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize words appealing to the senses in oral language.
Strand Scope Source
Critical Listening Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 15.1
  

Reading Operations
The Reading Operations Unit includes constructing meaning from fiction and non-fiction selections at comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, and judgment levels of understanding. It includes skills which address identifying, discussing, and comparing both concrete and abstract elements of selections (setting, plot, characterization, genre, historical period, theme, tone, moral message, and psychological and political implications).

    Strategies: Connect/Contemporary
The learner will be able to strengthen his or her understanding of literary or non-literary works by connecting it to its contemporary or historical context.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 9
  
    Emergent Reading: Nature/Comprehend
The learner will be able to comprehend the nature of written English.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7
  
    Structure: Recognize/Analyze/Apply
The learner will be able to recognize, analyze, and apply his/her knowledge of the structure and elements in fictional material and support his/her answers with evidence from the text.
Strand Scope Source
Structure Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 12
  
    Letter: Relationship/Letter/Sound/Oral
The learner will be able to comprehend the relationship of letters and spelling patterns to the sounds of oral language.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Letter Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7
  
    Emergent Reading: Features/Demonstrate
The learner will be able to demonstrate comprehension of the features of written English.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Conventions Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.4
  
    Story Elements: Recognize/Illustrators
The learner will be able to recognize various interpretations of plot, setting, and character in the same work by different illustrators.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements: Compare Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 9.2
  
    Story Elements: Plot/Setting/Compare
The learner will be able to compare plot, setting, and characters among the works of an author or illustrator.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements: Compare Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 9.1
  
    Cause/Effect: Distinguish
The learner will be able to distinguish between cause and effect in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Cause/Effect Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.8
  
    Main Idea: Identify
The learner will be able to identify main ideas from reading passages.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8
  
    Main Idea: Restate
The learner will be able to restate the main idea of a reading selection.
Strand Scope Source
Main Idea Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.10, 13.5
  
    Predict Outcome: Story/Explain
The learner will be able to provide an explanation for his/her prediction of what will happen next in a story.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.6
  
    Predict Content: Text Features
The learner will be able to use text features to predict the content in reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.9, 13.3
  
    Predictions: Reading Materials/Make
The learner will be able to make predictions about reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.6
  
    Theme: Identify/Support From Text
The learner will be able to identify themes as they occur in literature and give supporting evidence from the text.
Strand Scope Source
Themes Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 11
  
    Theme: Apply/Support From Text
The learner will be able to apply themes as they occur in literature and give supporting evidence from the text.
Strand Scope Source
Themes Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 11
  
    Story Elements: Recognize/Preferred
The learner will be able to recognize the elements of plot, character and setting in a preferred story.
Strand Scope Source
Story Elements Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 12.1
  
    Strategies: Features/Identify
The learner will be able to identify text features.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.1
  
    Strategies: Features/Use/Find
The learner will be able to use text features to find information in text.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.1
  
    Strategies: Vocabulary/Using
The learner will be able to use vocabulary to understand what is read.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 4
  
    Dialogue: Characteristics/Identify
The learner will be able to identify the characteristics of dialogue.
Strand Scope Source
Dialogue Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 17.1
  
    Word: Objects/Actions/Names
The learner will be able to know that names of objects can also be names of actions.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.2
  
    Describe: Senses/Recognize/Literature
The learner will be able to recognize words appealing to the senses in literature.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 15.1
  
    Word: Endings/Understand
The learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of common word endings.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Word: Spelled/Irregularly
The learner will be able to read irregularly spelled words.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Word: Sight Words/Irregular
The learner will be able to read irregular sight words.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.6
  
    Word: Language/Spatial/Apply
The learner will be able to apply language to express spatial relationships.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.1
  
    Word: Language/Temporal/Apply
The learner will be able to apply language to express temporal relationships.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 5.1
  
    Word: Multiple Syllables
The learner will be able to read words with multiple syllables.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Reading Aloud: Grade-Level/Comprehension
The learner will be able to read aloud texts appropriate to his/her grade level with comprehension.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Prior Knowledge: Predict Content
The learner will be able to use prior knowledge to predict content.
Strand Scope Source
Prior Knowledge Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.9, 13.3
  
    Response: Facts/Retell
The learner will be able to retell facts in the text to clarify ideas.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: General Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.5
  
    Analyzing: Value/Informational
The learner will be able to analyze text for informational value.
Strand Scope Source
Analyzing Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 24
  
    Irregular Vowels: Strategies
The learner will be able to use knowledge of irregular vowels to understand reading materials.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Letter Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Letters and Sounds: Knowledge/Show
The learner will be able to show his/her knowledge of letters and sounds.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Letter Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Emergent Reading: Sequence/Letter/Sound
The learner will be able to comprehend that letter sequence in a written word represents the sequence of sounds in a spoken word.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Conceptualizing Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.4
  
    Decode: Word Family/Complex/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize complex word families.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Decode Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Decode: Word Family/Complex/Use
The learner will be able to employ the use of complex word families to decode new words.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Reading: Decode Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Fact: Reading Material/Identify
The learner will be able to identify basic facts in what he/she has read.
Strand Scope Source
Fact Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8
  
    Confirm: Explain/Confirm/Disconfirm
The learner will be able to explain whether predictions about text content were confirmed or disconfirmed and why.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting: Confirm Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.4
  
    Predicting: Prior Knowledge/Confirm
The learner will be able to apply his/her prior knowledge to confirm or reject predictions.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting: Confirm Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.9
  
    Confirm: Text Features/Use
The learner will be able to use knowledge of text features to confirm or reject predictions.
Strand Scope Source
Predicting: Confirm Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.9
  
    Fluency: Read Aloud
The learner will be able to read aloud with fluency.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Aloud: Fluency Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.7
  
    Retell: Beginning/Middle/Ending
The learner will be able to retell a story's beginning, middle, and ending.
Strand Scope Source
Reading Responses: Retell Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 8.7
  
    Human Experience: Connect/Personal
The learner will be able to connect themes in fiction and nonfiction to personal experience.
Strand Scope Source
Themes: Human Experience Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 11.1
  

Speaking
The Speaking Unit focuses on techniques and strategies (voice modulation, body language, ordering of ideas, visual aids, etc.) to convey meaning and to present information and opinions to groups. This unit includes formal and informal communication, debate skills, and verbal/nonverbal communication.

    Formal/Informal: Situation
The learner will be able to use appropriate formal/informal language for a given situation.
Strand Scope Source
Communication: Formal/Informal Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 6
  
    Strategies: Questions/Ideas/Information
The learner will be able to ask questions, listen to others' ideas, and contribute his or her own ideas or information in group discussions or interviews as a way of acquiring new knowledge.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 2
  
    Formal: Audience/Purpose/Create/Deliver
The learner will be able to create and deliver formal presentations appropriate to specific audiences and purposes.
Strand Scope Source
Communication: Formal Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3
  
    General: Interests/Experiences
The learner will be able to deliver presentations about his/her personal interests and experiences.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: General Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3.1
  
    Restating: Main Idea
The learner will be able to restate the main idea in auditory materials.
Strand Scope Source
Paraphrasing/Restating Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.5
  
    Discussion: Informal/Large Group
The learner will be able to follow guidelines for informal discussions in large groups.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 1
  
    Discussion: Informal/Small Group
The learner will be able to follow guidelines for informal discussions in small groups.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 1
  
    Discussion: Formal/Large Group
The learner will be able to follow guidelines for formal discussions in large groups.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 1
  
    Discussion: Formal/Small Group
The learner will be able to follow guidelines for formal discussions in small groups.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 1
  
    Discussion: Knowledge/Topic/Project
The learner will be able to provide knowledge in a class discussion as a way of developing a topic for a class project.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 2.1
  
    Discussion: Rules
The learner will be able to apply knowledge of agreed upon rules in various discussion formats.
Strand Scope Source
Discussion/Conversation Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 1.1
  
    Strategies: Phonemes/Use/Change
The learner will be able to use and change phonemes when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Speaking Strategies Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.5
  
    General: Information/Consideration
The learner will be able to give a presentation with appropriate consideration to the information being conveyed.
Strand Scope Source
Presentation: General Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3
  
    Practices: Maintain/Topic
The learner will be able to maintain topic when speaking.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Practices Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3.2
  
    Skills: Facts/Important/Retell
The learner will be able to retell important facts from auditory materials.
Strand Scope Source
Communication Skills Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 13.5
  
    Enunciate: Appropriate
The learner will be able to use appropriate enunciation when giving oral presentations.
Strand Scope Source
Pronunciation: Enunciate Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3.1
  
    Volume: Appropriate
The learner will be able to use appropriate volume when giving oral presentations.
Strand Scope Source
Vocal Characteristic: Volume Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 3.1
  

Spelling
The Spelling Unit includes studying language and word structure knowledge to discern the correct spelling of words. It includes skills related to editing passages for correct spelling by making connections between spelling, meaning, and structure.

    Sight Words: Spell Words Correctly
The learner will be able to spell sight words correctly.
Strand Scope Source
Sight Word Introduce MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 22.2
  
    Emergent Spelling: Identify Correct
The learner will be able to identify the correct spelling of words.
Strand Scope Source
Emergent Spelling Master MA: Curriculum Framework, 2001, Grade 2, 7.4
  

Study and Research Skills
The Study and Research Skills Unit includes developing organization and research skills needed to find appropriate resources, to judge resources as relevant or not relevant to a given topic, to categorize and synthesize information, to take notes in class, and to study for exams.

    Organizing Information: Using
The learner will be able to obtain and use information from a variety of sources for different p