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Language Arts
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Science
Social Studies
Technology

Indiana State Standards

Language Arts
2.1.1     Use common phonetic patterns
2.1.2     Use cues to decode
2.1.3     Evaluate and expand phonetic skills
2.1.4     Decode unfamiliar words
2.2.1     Establish purpose
2.2.2     Use a variety of meaning based strategies
2.2.3     Summarize a selection
2.2.4     Use heading, captions, and context clues
2.2.5     Pose questions
2.2.6     Interpret text
2.2.7     Be aware of literary techniques
2.2.8     Choose best title
3.1.1     Interact successfully with diverse groups
3.1.2     Question and listen actively
3.1.3     Respond to speakers
3.1.4     Synthesize thoughts
3.1.6     Demonstrate speaking skills
3.2.2     Differentiate among audiences and purposes
3.2.3     Use literature as a stimulus
3.2.4     Write for enjoyment
3.2.5     Use a variety of forms
3.2.6     Write to prompts
4.1.1     Prewriting-Use a variety of stimuli using framework
4.1.2     Writing-Use drawings and invented spelling
4.1.3     Revising-Revise in a variety of ways and use rubrics
4.1.4     Proofreading-identify and correct errors
4.1.5     Publishing-Use ink or word processor
5.1.1     Identify correctly spelled words
5.1.2     Use correct capitalization and punctuation
5.1.3     Create a variety of sentences, identify fragments and run on
5.1.4     Correctly use parts of speech and apply language skills
6.1.1     Obtain information from parts of a book
6.1.2     Use a variety of resources
6.1.3     Organize and summarize information
6.1.4     Demonstrate knowledge of proper format
6.1.5     Identify and use a variety of helpful items for gathering information
6.2.1     Make inferences and predictions
6.2.2     Identify cause and effect
6.2.4     Categorize information
6.2.5     Interpret information
6.3.1     Learn functions of keyboard
6.3.2     Use a variety of software
6.3.6     Work effectively in groups
6.3.7      Develop successful strategies

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Math
6.1.5     Decimal equivalents to commonly used fractions
6.2.5     Calculate percentage of quantities/solve problems involving discounts, interest, and tips.
6.3.4     Use parenthesis to indicate which operations to perform first (0 of 0)
6.3.6     Apply the correct order of operations and the properties of real numbers to evaluate numerical expressions.
6.5.10   Math operations with money in decimal notation.
6.6.1     Organize and display single variable data in appropriate graphs (bar, line, circle) and stem leaf  plots.  Explain which graphs 
               are appropriate and why.
6.6.3     Compare the mean, medium, mode for a set of data and explain .
7.6.10    Decide whether a solution is reasonable in the context of the original situation.

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Science
6.4.3      Describe the variety of body plans and internal structures of plants.
6.1.2      Scientific Inquiry, using different ways to complete investigations, such as collections.
6.1.6      Use computers as a valuable resource in compiling scientific data.
6.2.3      Use tools such as computers to analyze data.

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Social Studies
6.1.25     Recognize historical perspective by identifying the historical context in which events unfolded and by avoiding evaluation o
                the  past solely in terms of present-day norms.
6.1.26     Analyze cause and effect relationships, keeping in mind, multiple causation, including the importance of individuals, ideas, 
                human interests, beliefs, and chance in history.
6.1.27     Differentiate between factual and fictional historical accounts explain the meaning of historical passages by identifying who 
               was  involved, what happened, where it happened, what events led to these developments and was consequences or
                outcomes followed.
6.3.1       Compare different map types and different map projections and explain the appropriate use for each.
6.3.13     Identify patterns of population distribution and growth in Europe and the Americas and explain changes in these patterns,
                which have occurred over time.
6.5.2       Give examples of how certain institutions, such as families, schools, government, and businesses are basic to all societies,
                but also vary in different cultures.
6.5.9        Identify examples of inventions and technological innovations that have brought about cultural change in Europe and the
                Americas and examine their impact. 
6.5.12     Examine art, music, literature and architecture in Europe and Americas; explain their relationship to the societies and created
                them and give examples of how artistic ideas have spread from one culture to another. 

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Technology (Refer to National Technology Standards for Students)
6.4           Use content-specific tools, software and simulations to support learning and research. (3, 5)
6.5           Apply productivity/multimedia tools and peripherals to support personal productivity, group collaboration, and learning 
                 throughout the curriculum. (3, 6)
6.6            Design, develop, publish, and present products using technology resources that demonstrate and communicate 
                 curriculum concepts to audiences inside and outside the classroom. (4, 5, 6)
6.7           Collaborate with peers, experts, and others using telecommunications and collaborative tools to investigate
                curriculum-related problems, issues, and information, and to develop solutions or products for audiences inside and
                 outside the classroom. (4, 5)
6.8           Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks and solve problems. (5,6)
6.9           Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity, and of practical 
                 applications to learning and problem solving. (1, 6)
6.10         Research and evaluate the accuracy, relevance, appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and bias of electronic sources
                concerning real-world problems. (2, 5, 6)

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Last updated: July 13, 2001.