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Mastery Learning Standards
The required skills a student should display by the end of Grade 11.
Reading Literature
  • Cite Textual Evidence

    Grades 11-12

    Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions.

  • Central Ideas

    Grades 11-12

    Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.

  • Analyze Development

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze how individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text.

  • Word Meanings

    Grades 11-12

    Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings.

  • Text Structure

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze the structure of texts, including how specific sentences and larger portions of the text relate to each other and the whole.

  • Point of View

    Grades 11-12

    Assess how point of view or purpose shapes the content and style of a text.

  • Integrate Diverse Media

    Grades 11-12

    Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Arguments

    Grades 11-12

    Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, including the validity of the reasoning.

  • Compare Texts

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics.

  • Range of Reading

    Grades 11-12

    Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.

Reading Informational Text
  • Cite Textual Evidence

    Grades 11-12

    Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions.

  • Central Ideas

    Grades 11-12

    Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.

  • Analyze Development

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze how individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text.

  • Word Meanings

    Grades 11-12

    Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings.

  • Text Structure

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze the structure of texts, including how specific sentences and larger portions of the text relate to each other and the whole.

  • Point of View

    Grades 11-12

    Assess how point of view or purpose shapes the content and style of a text.

  • Integrate Diverse Media

    Grades 11-12

    Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Arguments

    Grades 11-12

    Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, including the validity of the reasoning.

  • Compare Texts

    Grades 11-12

    Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics.

  • Range of Reading

    Grades 11-12

    Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.

Writing
  • Grades 11-12

    Write arguments to support claims using valid reasoning and relevant, sufficient evidence.

  • Informative Texts

    Grades 11-12

    Write informative or explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas clearly.

  • Grades 11-12

    Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences using effective technique and well-structured event sequences.

  • Coherent Writing

    Grades 11-12

    Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

  • Revision Process

    Grades 11-12

    Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, and rewriting.

  • Use Technology

    Grades 11-12

    Use technology to produce, publish, and update writing and to interact with others.

  • Research Projects

    Grades 11-12

    Conduct short and sustained research projects based on focused questions.

  • Gather Information

    Grades 11-12

    Gather relevant information from multiple sources and integrate it while avoiding plagiarism.

  • Cite Evidence

    Grades 11-12

    Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

  • Range of Writing

    Grades 11-12

    Write routinely over extended and shorter time frames for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Speaking and Listening
  • Collaborative Discussions

    Grades 11-12

    Prepare for and participate effectively in conversations and collaborations, building on others' ideas.

  • Integrate Information

    Grades 11-12

    Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Speakers

    Grades 11-12

    Evaluate a speaker's point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence.

  • Present Ideas

    Grades 11-12

    Present information, findings, and supporting evidence so that listeners can follow the line of reasoning.

  • Use Visual Displays

    Grades 11-12

    Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to enhance understanding.

  • Adapt Speech

    Grades 11-12

    Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when appropriate.

Language
  • Standard Grammar

    Grades 11-12

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

  • Spelling and Punctuation

    Grades 11-12

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

  • Grades 11-12

    Apply knowledge of language to make effective choices for meaning or style.

  • Word Strategies

    Grades 11-12

    Determine the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words by using context and word parts.

  • Figurative Language

    Grades 11-12

    Demonstrate understanding of figurative language and word relationships.

  • Academic Vocabulary

    Grades 11-12

    Acquire and use accurately academic and domain-specific words.

Assessments
The state tests students at this grade and subject take.
National College Readiness

ACT or SAT (Ohio's College and Career Readiness Assessment)

Ohio funds the ACT or SAT (district choice) for all 11th-grade students as part of its accountability and college and career readiness measure.

When given:
spring
Frequency:
annual
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