K-HS Writing/English Composition Learning Progressions
STD
or
EC
Code
English
Composition
Grades
Standards and Eligible Content
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Module 1
Exposition
Module 2
Persuasion
Types of Writing:
Narrative (For classroom instruction and assessment only)
1.4.K.A
Write, dictate or illustrate to convey ideas for a specific purpose.
1.4.1.A
Write, dictate or illustrate descriptive poems and stories that include literary elements.
1.4.2.A
Write organized, detailed descriptive poems and stories that include literary elements.
1.4.3.A
Write poems and stories.
Include detailed descriptions of people, places, and things.
Include literary elements.
1.4.4.A
Write poems, multi-paragraph stories, and plays.
Include detailed descriptions of people, places, and things.
Include literary elements.
Begin to use literary devices.
1.4.5.A
Write poems, multi-paragraph stories, and plays.
Include detailed descriptions of people, places, and things.
Include literary elements and devices.
1.4.6.A
Write poems, short stories, and plays.
Identify various organizational methods to support writer’s purpose.
Include literary elements and devices.
1.4.7.A
Write poems, short stories, and plays.
Select and use various organizational methods to support writer’s purpose.
Include literary elements and devices.
1.4.8.A
Write poems, short stories, and plays.
Apply various organizational methods.
Include literary elements and devices.
Types of Writing:
Informational (For classroom instruction and assessment only)
1.4.K.A
Write, dictate or illustrate to convey ideas for a specific purpose.
1.4.1.A
Write, dictate or illustrate descriptive poems and stories that include literary elements.
1.4.2.A
Write organized, detailed descriptive poems and stories that include literary elements.
1.4.3.B
Write informational pieces using illustrations when relevant (e.g., descriptions, letters, reports, instructions).
1.4.4.B
Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., descriptions, letters, reports, instructions).
Use relevant graphics (maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
1.4.5.B
Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., essays, descriptions, letters, reports, instructions).
Use relevant graphics (maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
1.4.6.B
Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., letters, descriptions, reports, instructions, essays, articles,
interviews).
Use relevant graphics (e.g., maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
Use sources, as appropriate, to task.
1.4.7.B
Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., letters, descriptions, reports, instructions, essays, articles,
interviews).
Use relevant graphics (e.g., maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
Select and use primary and secondary sources, as appropriate, to task.
1.4.8.B
Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g. letters, descriptions, reports, instructions, essays, articles,
interviews).
Use relevant graphics (e.g. maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs).
Use primary and secondary sources, as appropriate, to task.
C.E.1.1
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
C.E.1.1.5
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
Write with control of grammar, mechanics, spelling, usage, and sentence formation.
Types of Writing:
Persuasive (For classroom instruction and assessment only)
1.4.5.C
Write persuasive pieces.
Include a clearly stated position or opinion.
Include supporting details, citing sources when needed.
1.4.6.C
Write persuasive pieces.
Include a clearly stated position or opinion.
Include and develop supporting points using meaningful, convincing evidence, properly cited.
1.4.7.C
Write persuasive pieces.
Include a clearly stated position or opinion.
Include convincing, elaborated, and properly cited evidence.
Identify appropriate persuasive techniques to anticipate reader concerns and arguments.
1.4.8.C
Write persuasive pieces.
Include a clearly stated position or opinion.
Include convincing, elaborated, and properly cited evidence.
Anticipate and counter reader concerns and arguments.
C.P.1.1
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
C.P.1.1.5
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
Write with control of grammar, mechanics, spelling, usage, and sentence formation.
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When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—No VMC is currently available.
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When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—VMC is currently available.
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K-HS Writing/English Composition Learning Progressions
STD
or
EC
Code
English
Composition
Grades
Standards and Eligible Content
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Module 1
Exposition
Module 2
Persuasion
Quality of Writing:
Focus & Content
W.1.5.K.A
Identify and write about one specific topic.
W.1.5.1.A
Identify and write about one specific topic.
W.1.5.2.A
Write with a focus, with an understanding of topic and audience.
W.1.5.3.A
Write with a focus, with an understanding of topic, task, and audience.
W.1.5.4.A
Write with a clear focus, identifying topic, task, and audience.
W.1.5.5.A
Write with a clear focus, identifying topic, task, and audience.
W.1.5.6.A
Write with a clear focus, identifying topic, task, and audience and establishing a single point of view.
W.1.5.7.A
Write with a clear focus, identifying topic, task, and audience and establishing a single point of view.
W.1.5.8.A
Write with a clear focus, identifying topic, task, and audience and establishing a single point of view.
C.E.1.1.1
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
Write with a sharp controlling point and an awareness of the audience and expository task.
C.P.1.1.1
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
Write with a sharp, distinct controlling point that clearly states a position and demonstrates awareness of task,
purpose, and audience.
W.1.5.K.B
Generate ideas and identify content appropriate for the topic.
W.1.5.1.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather and organize information, incorporating details relevant to the topic.
Write a series of related sentences with one central idea.
W.1.5.2.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather and organize information, incorporating details relevant to the topic.
Write a series of related sentences or paragraphs with one central idea.
W.1.5.3.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather and organize information, incorporating details relevant to the topic.
Write a series of related sentences or paragraphs with one central idea.
W.1.5.4.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather, organize, and select the most effective information appropriate for the topic, task, and audience.
Write one or more paragraphs that connect to one central idea.
W.1.5.5.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather, organize, and select the most effective information appropriate for the topic, task, and audience.
Write paragraphs that have a topic sentence and supporting details
W.1.5.6.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather, organize, and determine validity and reliability of information.
Write paragraphs that have details and information specific to the topic and relevant to the focus.
W.1.5.7.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather, organize, and determine validity and reliability of information using appropriate evaluation strategies.
Select and employ the most effective format for purpose and audience.
Write paragraphs that have details and information specific to the topic and relevant to the focus.
W.1.5.8.B
Develop content appropriate for the topic.
Gather, organize, and determine validity and reliability of information.
Employ the most effective format for purpose and audience.
Write paragraphs that have details and information specific to the topic and relevant to the focus.
C.E.1.1.2
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose with relevant information, content, and details.
C.P.1.1.2
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
Construct a thorough argument with consistent, relevant support through the use of persuasive strategies; address
opposing viewpoints.
Quality of Writing:
Organization & Style
W.1.5.K.C
Write words and simple sentences in a logical order.
W.1.5.1.C
Organize writing in a logical order.
W.1.5.2.C
Organize writing in a logical order.
Include a recognizable beginning, middle, and end.
W.1.5.3.C
Organize writing in a logical order.
Include a recognizable beginning, middle, and end.
W.1.5.4.C
Organize writing in a logical order.
Include a recognizable beginning, middle, and end.
Use appropriate transitions within sentences and between paragraphs.
W.1.5.5.C
Organize writing in a logical order.
Use appropriate transitions within sentences and between paragraphs.
Include an identifiable introduction, body, and conclusion.
W.1.5.6.C
Write with controlled organization.
Use appropriate transitions within sentences and between paragraphs.
Establish purpose in the introduction.
Include an introduction, body, and conclusion.
W.1.5.7.C
Write with controlled and/or subtle organization.
Use appropriate transitions within sentences and between paragraphs that reflect the writer’s purpose.
Establish topic and purpose in the introduction.
Reiterate the topic and purpose in the conclusion.
W.1.5.8.C
Write with controlled and/or subtle organization.
Use appropriate transitions within sentences and between paragraphs.
Establish topic and purpose in the introduction.
Reiterate the topic and purpose in the conclusion.
C.E.1.1.3
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
Use appropriate organizational strategies for expository writing (e.g., compare/contrast, cause/effect,
problem/solution, process analysis).
C.P.1.1.3
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
Organize the argument using effective strategies to develop a strong, well-supported position.
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K-HS Writing/English Composition Learning Progressions
STD
or
EC
Code
Standards and Eligible Content
K
W.1.5.K.D
Write using illustrations and descriptive words.
W.1.5.1.D
Write using adjectives, precise nouns, and action verbs.
W.1.5.2.D
Write using a variety of sentence structures, adjectives, precise nouns, and action verbs.
W.1.5.3.D
Write, developing an awareness of style, using a variety of sentence structures, adjectives, precise nouns, and
action verbs.
W.1.5.4.D
Write with an understanding of style, using a variety of sentence structures, precise words (e.g., adjectives,
nouns, adverbs, verbs) that create voice.
W.1.5.5.D
Write with an understanding of style, using a variety of sentence structures and descriptive word choices (e.g.,
adjectives, nouns, adverbs, verbs) to create voice.
Include specific details that convey meaning and set a tone.
W.1.5.6.D
Write with an understanding of style, using a variety of sentence structures and descriptive word choices (e.g.,
adjectives, nouns, adverbs, verbs) that create voice.
Include features that convey tone and voice (e.g. vivid verbs, specific nouns and modifiers).
W.1.5.7.D
Write with an understanding of style, using a variety of sentence structures and an appropriate array of
descriptive word choices.
Create tone and voice through the use of precise language (e.g., vivid verbs, specific nouns and modifiers).
W.1.5.8.D
Write with an understanding of style, using a variety of sentence structures and descriptive word choices.
Create tone and voice through the use of precise language.
(W.4)
Write informative pieces that describe, explain, or summarize information or ideas.
Use precise language, stylistic techniques, and a variety of sentence structures to develop and maintain an
appropriate, objective tone.
C.E.1.1.4
C.P.1.1.4
English
Composition
Grades
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Module 1
Exposition
Module 2
Persuasion
Write persuasive pieces that include a clearly stated position made convincing through the use of appropriate
methods.
Maintain an effective and consistent tone through precise control of language and a variety of sentence structures.
Quality of Writing:
Editing
W.1.5.K.E
Revise writing by adding details or missing information with adult assistance.
W.1.5.1.E
Revise writing by adding details or missing information.
W.1.5.2.E
Revise writing to improve detail and order by identifying missing information.
W.1.5.3.E
Revise writing to improve detail and order by identifying missing information and determining whether ideas
follow logically.
W.1.5.4.E
Revise writing to improve detail and order by making words more exact and varying sentence length and
structure, where necessary.
W.1.5.5.E
Revise writing to improve organization and word choice: check the logic, order of ideas, and precision of
vocabulary.
W.1.5.6.E
Revise writing to improve organization and refine central idea, content, paragraph development, level of detail,
style, tone, and word choice.
W.1.5.7.E
Revise writing after rethinking logic of organization and rechecking central idea, content, paragraph
development, level of detail, style, tone, and word choice.
W.1.5.8.E
Revise writing after rethinking logic of organization and rechecking central idea, content, paragraph
development, level of detail, style, tone, and word choice.
C.E.2.1.1
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use a variety of sentence structures.
C.P.2.1.1
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use a variety of sentence structures.
C.E.2.1.2
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use precise language to create clarity, voice, and tone.
C.P.2.1.2
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use precise language to create clarity, voice, and tone.
C.E.2.1.3
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise to eliminate wordiness and redundancy.
C.P.2.1.3
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise to eliminate wordiness and redundancy.
C.E.2.1.4
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise to delete irrelevant details.
C.P.2.1.4
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise to delete irrelevant details.
C.E.2.1.5
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use the correct form of commonly confused words; use logical transitions.
C.P.2.1.5
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Use the correct form of commonly confused words; use logical transitions.
C.E.2.1.6
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Combine sentences for cohesiveness and unity.
C.P.2.1.6
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Combine sentences for cohesiveness and unity.
C.E.2.1.7
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise sentences for clarity.
C.P.2.1.7
Revise writing to improve style, meaning, word choice, and sentence variety.
Revise sentences for clarity.
When students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities described by an eligible content—No VMC is currently available.
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When students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities described by an eligible content—VMC is currently available.
When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—No VMC is currently available.
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Draft version 9/14/2010
When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—VMC is currently available.
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K-HS Writing/English Composition Learning Progression
STD
or
EC
Code
Grades
Standards and Eligible Content
K
1
2
3
4
English Composition
5
6
7
8
Module 1
Exposition
Module 2
Persuasion
Conventions:
Spelling, Capitalization, and Punctuation
W.1.5.K.F.a
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing with adult assistance.
Spell words modeled in classroom correctly.
W.1.5.1.F.a
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
W.1.5.2.F.a
W.1.5.3.F.a
W.1.5.4.F.a
W.1.5.5.F.a
W.1.5.6.F.a
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
W.1.5.7.F.a
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
W.1.5.8.F.a
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Spell common, frequently used words correctly.
Use conventions of standard written language.
Spell all words correctly.
C.E.3.1.1
C.P.3.1.1
Use conventions of standard written language.
Spell all words correctly.
W.1.5.K.F.b
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing with adult assistance.
Begin to use capital letters correctly.
W.1.5.1.F.b
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
W.1.5.2.F.b
W.1.5.3.F.b
W.1.5.4.F.b
W.1.5.5.F.b
W.1.5.6.F.b
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
W.1.5.7.F.b
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
W.1.5.8.F.b
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use capital letters correctly.
Use conventions of standard written language.
Use capital letters correctly.
C.E.3.1.2
C.P.3.1.2
Use conventions of standard written language.
Use capital letters correctly.
W.1.5.K.F.c
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing with adult assistance.
Begin to use end punctuation marks.
W.1.5.1.F.c
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
W.1.5.2.F.c
W.1.5.3.F.c
W.1.5.4.F.c
W.1.5.5.F.c
W.1.5.6.F.c
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
W.1.5.7.F.c
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
W.1.5.8.F.c
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Punctuate correctly.
Use conventions of standard written language.
Punctuate correctly (e.g., use commas, semicolons, quotation marks, and apostrophes correctly).
C.E.3.1.3
C.P.3.1.3
Use conventions of standard written language.
Punctuate correctly (e.g., use commas, semicolons, quotation marks, and apostrophes correctly).
Conventions:
Grammar and Sentence Formation
W.1.5.K.F.d
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing with adult assistance.
Create simple sentences.
W.1.5.1.F.d
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Begin to use correct grammar and sentence formation.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation
W.1.5.2.F.d
W.1.5.3.F.d
W.1.5.4.F.d
W.1.5.5.F.d
W.1.5.6.F.d
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation.
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation
W.1.5.7.F.d
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation.
W.1.5.8.F.d
Use grade appropriate conventions of language when writing and editing.
Use correct grammar and sentence formation.
Use conventions of standard written language.
Demonstrate correct grammar and usage (e.g., verb and pronoun form and agreement, modifiers and transitions,
word order and syntax).
C.E.3.1.4
C.P.3.1.4
Use conventions of standard written language.
Demonstrate correct grammar and usage (e.g., verb and pronoun form and agreement, modifiers and transitions,
word order and syntax).
C.E.3.1.5
Use conventions of standard written language.
Demonstrate correct sentence formation.
C.P.3.1.5
Use conventions of standard written language.
Demonstrate correct sentence formation.
When students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities described by an eligible content—No VMC is currently available.
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When students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities described by an eligible content—VMC is currently available.
When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—No VMC is currently available.
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Draft version 9/14/2010
When grade appropriate instruction pertaining to an eligible content should begin—VMC is currently available.
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