English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 8

ELA21.8.25

Produce research writings independently over extended periods of time which encompass research, reflection, and revision and over shorter time frames.

COS Examples

Examples: a day or two, a single sitting

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Research strategies.
  • Independent writing skills for all steps of the writing process.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Produce writing that contains information obtained through research.
  • Reflect on and revise their research given the occasion and time constraints.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Research can happen in short and extended time frames.
  • It is important to reflect upon information obtained through research before incorporating it into one's own writing.
  • It is important to revise work that contains research to ensure proper use for the given occasion.

Vocabulary

  • Research writing
  • Research
  • Reflection
  • Revision
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