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North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Social Studies (2003)

Grade 6

• Goal 13: The learner will describe the historic, economic, and cultural connections among North Carolina, the United States, South America, and Europe.
  • Objective 13.02: Describe the diverse cultural connections that have influenced the development of language, art, music, and belief systems in North Carolina and the United States and assess their role in creating a changing cultural mosaic.

Grade 7

• Goal 13: The learner will describe the historic, economic, and cultural connections among North Carolina, the United States, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
  • Objective 13.02: Describe the diverse cultural connections that have influenced the development of language, art, music, and belief systems in North Carolina and the United States and analyze their role in creating a changing cultural mosaic.

Grade 8

• Goal 8: The learner will evaluate the impact of demographic, economic, technological, social, and political developments in North Carolina since the 1970's.
  • Objective 8.04: Assess the importance of regional diversity on the development of economic, social, and political institutions in North Carolina.
• Goal 9: The learner will explore examples of and opportunities for active citizenship, past and present, at the local and state levels.
  • Objective 9.01: Describe contemporary political, economic, and social issues at the state and local levels and evaluate their impact on the community.

Computer Technology Skills (2005)

Grade 6

• Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
  • Objective 2.09: Select and justify the use of appropriate online collaborative tools (e.g., surveys, email, discussion forums, webpages) to develop content area presentations for the intended audience and purpose. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
• Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.
  • Objective 3.10: Select and use WP/DTP features/functions to design, format, and publish assignments/products. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing

Grade 7

• Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
  • Objective 2.05: Use a variety of collaborative tools to survey, collect, communicate information for content area assignments. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
• Goal 3: The learner will use a variety of technologies to access, analyze, interpret, synthesize, apply, and communicate information.
  • Objective 3.07: Demonstrate use of WP/DTP features/functions to design, format, layout, and publish assignments. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing

Grade 8

• Goal 2: The learner will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the use of computer and other technologies.
  • Objective 2.06: Select and justify use of appropriate collaborative tools to survey, collect, share, and communicate information in content areas. Strand - Telecommunications/Internet
• Goal 3: Select and use a variety of technology tools to collect, analyze, and present information. Strand - Societal/Ethical Issues
  • Objective 3.05: Select and use WP/DTP features/functions to develop, edit/revise, and publish documents/assignments. Strand - Keyboard Utilization/Word Processing/Desk Top Publishing

English Language Arts (2004)

Grade 6

• Goal 6: The learner will apply conventions of grammar and language usage.
  • Objective 6.02: Identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:
    • reviewing and using common spelling rules, applying common spelling patterns, and developing and mastering an individualized list of words that are commonly misspelled.
    • applying proofreading symbols when editing.
    • producing final drafts that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation and capitalization.
    • developing an awareness of errors in everyday speech.

Grade 7

• Goal 6: The learner will apply conventions of application of grammar and language usage.
  • Objective 6.02: Continue to identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:
    • using common spelling rules, applying common spelling patterns, and developing and mastering an individualized list of words that are commonly misspelled.
    • mastering proofreading symbols for editing.
    • producing final drafts/presentations that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation, capitalization, and format.
    • listening to and monitoring self to correct errors.

Grade 8

• Goal 6: The learner will apply conventions of grammar and language usage.
  • Objective 6.02: Continue to identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:
    • using correct spelling of words appropriate in difficulty for eighth graders and refining mastery of an individualized list of commonly misspelled words.
    • producing final drafts/presentations that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation, capitalization, and format.
    • self correcting errors in everyday speech.
    • independently practicing formal oral presentations.