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Mastery Learning Standards
The required skills a student should display by the end of Grade 1.
Reading Literature
  • Cite Textual Evidence

    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

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

  • Analyze Development

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

  • Word Meanings

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

  • Text Structure

    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

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

  • Integrate Diverse Media

    Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Arguments

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

  • Compare Texts

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

  • Range of Reading

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

Reading Informational Text
  • Cite Textual Evidence

    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

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

  • Analyze Development

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

  • Word Meanings

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

  • Text Structure

    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

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

  • Integrate Diverse Media

    Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Arguments

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

  • Compare Texts

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

  • Range of Reading

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

Reading Foundational Skills
  • Print Concepts

    Demonstrate understanding of the organization and basic features of print.

  • Phonological Awareness

    Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and phonemes.

  • Phonics and Word Recognition

    Apply grade-level phonics and word-analysis skills in decoding words.

  • Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.

Writing
  • Arguments

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

  • Informative Texts

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

  • Narratives

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

  • Coherent Writing

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

  • Revision Process

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

  • Use Technology

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

  • Research Projects

    Conduct short and sustained research projects based on focused questions.

  • Gather Information

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

  • Cite Evidence

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

  • Range of Writing

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

Speaking and Listening
  • Collaborative Discussions

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

  • Integrate Information

    Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats.

  • Evaluate Speakers

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

  • Present Ideas

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

  • Use Visual Displays

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

  • Adapt Speech

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

Language
  • Standard Grammar

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

  • Spelling and Punctuation

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

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

  • Word Strategies

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

  • Figurative Language

    Demonstrate understanding of figurative language and word relationships.

  • Academic Vocabulary

    Acquire and use accurately academic and domain-specific words.

No state assessments at this grade
Students take their next one in Grade 3.
State Summative

Ohio's State Test ELA (Grades 3-8)

OST ELA is the spring summative test in reading and writing for grades 3 through 8, aligned to Ohio's Learning Standards for ELA.

When given:
spring
Frequency:
annual
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