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Standard 5.0 Controlling Language
Students will control language by applying the conventions of Standard English in speaking and writing.*
Topic
A. Grammar
Indicator
- 1. Use grammar concepts and skills that strengthen oral language
Objective
- Use complete sentences in conversation and to respond to questions
Topic
B. Usage
Indicator
- 1. Comprehend and apply standard English in oral language
Objectives
- Use sentences with subject/verb agreement
- Use correct verb tense
- Use sentences with noun/pronoun agreement
- Use commonly confused words correctly, such as get/got, have/has
Topic
C. Mechanics
Indicator
- 1. Explain the purpose of mechanics to make and clarify meaning
Indicator
- 2. Comprehend and use basic punctuation and capitalization in written language
Objectives
- Use periods at the end of sentences
- Use capital letters for first letters of names and beginning sentences
Topic
D. Spelling
Indicator
- 1. Apply conventional spelling in written language
Objectives
- Spell first and last name correctly
- Spell a few high frequency words correctly
- Use letters to represent phonemes in words
- Use classroom resources to spell unknown words, such as labeled objects, word walls, charts, pictionaries
Topic
E. Handwriting
Indicator
- 1. Produce writing that is legible to the audience
Objectives
- Develop fine motor skills necessary to control and sustain handwriting
- Form upper case and lower case manuscript letters
*Emphasis is on application of conventions rather than memorization of terms.
Indicators/objectives that include assessment limits are assessed on MSA *New Standards identifies the need for students to process 1 million words per year to maintain academic progress.
11/15/07
