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An Overview of the 6 Shifts in ELA Literacy
StrandsStrands
TopicsTopics
Standard Statements by Grade Level
Standard Statements by Grade Level
Standards Statements by Grade Level
Standards Statements by Grade Level
Standards Statements by Grade Level
Standards Statements by Grade Level
“What” students should know and
be able to do at each grade level and
band.
“What” students should know and
be able to do at each grade level and
band.
The main focus of the content within each
strand.
The main focus of the content within each
strand.
The major areas or disciplines of study
within each content area.
The major areas or disciplines of study
within each content area.
ELA Common Core Standards Framework
ELA Common Core Standards Framework
Ohio Department of Education, ELA presentation-Common Core and Model Curriculum
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TopicsTopicsTopicsTopics
Standard StatementStandard StatementStandard StatementStandard Statement
ELA Common Core FormatELA Common Core Format
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6 Shifts in ELA Literacy
Common Core Implementation Common Core Assessments
1. Balancing Informational and Literary Text
2. Building Knowledge in the Disciplines
3. Text Complexity
4. Evidence-based Conversations about
Texts
5. Writing from Sources
6. Academic Vocabulary
1 & 2: Informational TextsLiterary Texts
3: Higher Level of Text Complexity Paired Passages
4&5: Focus on command of evidence from text: rubrics and prompts
6: Academic Vocabulary
Instructional Shifts for the Common Core
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Shifts in ELA/Literacy
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Shift 1(Session #1)
Balancing Informational & Literary Text
Students read a true balance of informational and literary texts.K-4: 50% IT/50% LT5-8: 55% IT/45% LT9-12: 70% IT/30% LT
Some of the nonfiction percentages can be met in other disciplines. (ie. Science, Social Studies)
Shift 2(Session #4)
Knowledge in the Disciplines
Students make meaning about the world through the page. Students build knowledge about the world (across domains/ content areas) through TEXT rather than the teacher or activities.
Students should have more opportunities to create and discover for themselves.
Shift 3(Session #1)
Text Complexity
Students read the central, grade appropriate text around which instruction is centered. Teachers are patient, create more time and space and support in the curriculum for close reading.
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Shifts in ELA/Literacy (continued)
Shift 4(Session #3)
Evidence-based Conversations about Text
Students engage in rich and rigorous evidence based conversations about text.
Where do you see it on the page? Point to it, quote it, talk about it.
Shift 5(Session #3)
Writing from Sources
Writing emphasizes use of evidence from sources to inform or make an argument.
This requires a departure from narrative. What is the author up to?
Students should develop a voice around/about the world based on what they have read.
Shift 6(Session #2)
Academic Vocabulary
Tier 2 words are the focus. These are words used by the author in place of common words. They change meaning with use. Words that help students develop a deep understanding.
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Text Complexity
“The Common Core Standards hinge on students encountering appropriately complex texts at each grade level in order to develop the mature language skills and the conceptual knowledge they need for success in school and life” (p. 3).
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Step 4: Recommended Placement
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