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North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Information Skills (2000)

Grade 5

• Goal 3: The learner will RELATE ideas and information to life experiences.
  • Objective 3.03: Identify bias and stereotypes.

Grade 6

• Goal 3: The learner will RELATE ideas and information to life experiences.
  • Objective 3.03: Identify bias and stereotypes.

Grade 7

• Goal 3: The learner will RELATE ideas and information to life experiences.
  • Objective 3.03: Identify bias and stereotypes.

Grade 8

• Goal 3: The learner will RELATE ideas and information to life experiences.
  • Objective 3.03: Identify bias and stereotypes.

Grades 9–12

• Goal 3: The learner will RELATE ideas and information to life experiences.
  • Objective 3.03: Identify bias and stereotypes.

Social Studies (2003)

Grade 9

• Goal 1: Historical Tools and Practices - The learner will identify, evaluate, and use the methods and tools valued by historians, compare the views of historians, and trace the themes of history.
  • Objective 1.02: Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources to compare views, trace themes, and detect bias.

English Language Arts (2004)

Grade 5

• Goal 3: The learner will make connections through the use of oral language, written language, and media and technology.
  • Objective 3.07: Make informed judgments about:
    • bias.
    • propaganda.
    • stereotyping.
    • media techniques.

Grade 6

• Goal 4: The learner will use critical thinking skills and create criteria to evaluate print and non-print materials.
  • Objective 4.01: Determine the purpose of the author or creator by:
    • monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed.
    • exploring any bias, apparent or hidden messages, emotional factors, or propaganda techniques.
    • identifying and exploring the underlying assumptions of the author/creator.
    • analyzing the effects of the author's craft on the reader/viewer/listener.
    • Objective 4.02: Analyze the communication and develop (with teacher assistance) and apply appropriate criteria to evaluate the quality of the communication by:
      • using knowledge of language structure and literary or media techniques.
      • drawing conclusions based on evidence, reasons, or relevant information.
      • considering the implications, consequences, or impact of those conclusions.

  Grade 7

  • Goal 3: The learner will refine the understanding and use of argument.
    • Objective 3.01: Analyze a variety of public documents that establish a position or point of view by:
      • monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and /or viewed.
      • identifying the arguments and positions stated or implied and the evidence used to support them.
      • recognizing bias, emotional factors, and/or semantic slanting.
      • examining the effectiveness of style, tone, and use of language.
      • summarizing the author's purpose and stance.
      • examining the importance and impact of establishing a position or point-of-view.
      • making connections between works, self and related topics.
      • drawing inferences.
      • responding to public documents (such as but not limited to editorials, reviews, local/state/national policies/issues).
  • Goal 4: The learner will refine critical thinking skills and create criteria to evaluate text and multimedia.
    • Objective 4.01: Analyze the purpose of the author or creator by:
      • monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed.
      • examining any bias, apparent or hidden messages, emotional factors, or propaganda techniques.
      • exploring and evaluating the underlying assumptions of the author/creator.
      • understanding the effect of the author's craft on the reader/viewer/listener.
    • Objective 4.02: Develop (with assistance) and apply appropriate criteria to evaluate the quality of the communication by:
      • using knowledge of language structure and literary or media techniques.
      • drawing conclusions based on evidence, reasons, or relevant information.
      • considering the implications, consequences, or impact of those conclusions.

  Grade 8

  • Goal 4: The learner will continue to refine critical thinking skills and create criteria to evaluate print and non-print materials.
    • Objective 4.01: Analyze the purpose of the author or creator and the impact of that purpose by:
      • monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard, and/or viewed.
      • evaluating any bias, apparent or hidden messages, emotional factors, and/or propaganda techniques.
      • evaluating the underlying assumptions of the author/creator.
      • evaluate the effects of the author's craft on the reader/viewer/listener.
    • Objective 4.02: Analyze and develop (with limited assistance) and apply appropriate criteria to evaluate the quality of the communication by:
      • using knowledge of language structure and literary or media techniques.
      • drawing conclusions based on evidence, reasons, or relevant information.
      • considering the implications, consequences, or impact of those conclusions.

  Grade 9 — English I

  • Goal 3: The learner will examine argumentation and develop informed opinions.
    • Objective 3.01: Study argument by:
      • examining relevant reasons and evidence.
      • noting the progression of ideas that substantiate the proposal.
      • analyzing style, tone, and use of language for a particular effect.
      • identifying and analyzing personal, social, historical, or cultural influences contexts, or biases.
      • identifying and analyzing rhetorical strategies that support proposals.
  • Goal 4: The learner will create and use standards to critique communication.
    • Objective 4.01: Evaluate the effectiveness of communication by:
      • examining the use of strategies in a presentation/product.
      • applying a set of predetermined standards.
      • creating an additional set of standards and applying them to the presentation/product.
      • comparing effective strategies used in different presentations/products.
    • Objective 4.02: Read and critique various genres by:
      • using preparation, engagement, and reflection strategies appropriate for the text.
      • identifying and using standards to evaluate aspects of the work or the work as a whole.
      • judging the impact of different stylistic and literary devices on the work.

  Grade 10 — English II

  • Goal 3: The learner will defend argumentative positions on literary or nonliterary issues.
    • Objective 3.01: Examine controversial issues by:
      • sharing and evaluating initial personal response.
      • researching and summarizing printed data.
      • developing a framework in which to discuss the issue (creating a context).
      • compiling personal responses and researched data to organize the argument.
      • presenting data in such forms as a graphic, an essay, a speech, or a video.
    • Objective 3.02: Produce editorials or responses to editorials for a neutral audience by providing:
      • a clearly stated position or proposed solution.
      • relevant, reliable support.
    • Objective 3.03: Respond to issues in literature in such a way that:
      • requires gathering of information to prove a particular point.
      • effectively uses reason and evidence to prove a given point.
      • emphasizes culturally significant events.
  • Goal 4: The learner will critically interpret and evaluate experiences, literature, language, and ideas.
    • Objective 4.01: Interpret a real-world event in a way that:
      • makes generalizations about the event supported by specific references.
      • reflects on observation and shows how the event affected the current viewpoint.
      • distinguishes fact from fiction and recognizes personal bias.