Public learning track
Inquiry and Short Research Projects: Planning and Source Evaluation
5th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
5 lessons
Goal
Conduct focused research projects by framing inquiry questions, creating research plans, gathering print and digital sources, and evaluating credibility.
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Generating Open-Ended Inquiry Questions
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- 5Taking Focused Notes Using Graphic OrganizersNot started yet
Curriculum Framework
5th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
1
8 lessons
The Recursive Writing Process: Planning, Drafting, and Refining
Apply a cyclical writing process including brainstorming, structuring outlines, drafting, revising for voice and sentence variety, and editing with feedback.
2
5 lessons
Digital Composition: Keyboarding Stamina, Formatting, and Publishing
Utilize digital platforms, keyboards, and multimodal tools to draft, format, collaborate on, and publish multi-page compositions.
3
7 lessons
Argumentative Writing: Claims, Reasons, and Evidence
Construct persuasive argumentative essays that introduce precise claims, arrange logical reasons, cite factual evidence, and end with impactful conclusions.
4
7 lessons
Informative and Explanatory Writing: Structures, Details, and Formatting
Compose clear informational and explanatory essays with focused introductions, headings, definitions, concrete details, quotations, and logical transitions.
5
6 lessons
Narrative Craft and Poetic Composition
Write rich narrative stories and structured poems using engaging points of view, sensory descriptions, dynamic dialogue, and satisfying resolutions.
6
4 lessons
Formal and Practical Correspondence
Compose formal letters, business inquiries, and professional emails tailored to specific audiences, context constraints, and etiquette standards.
7
5 lessons
Inquiry and Short Research Projects: Planning and Source Evaluation
Conduct focused research projects by framing inquiry questions, creating research plans, gathering print and digital sources, and evaluating credibility.
8
5 lessons
Evidence Synthesis, Paraphrasing, and Source Documentation
Synthesize evidence from multiple literary and informational texts, paraphrase accurately without plagiarizing, and construct complete bibliographies.
9
5 lessons
Routine and Cross-Curricular Writing Across Timeframes
Write routinely across extended and brief timeframes for diverse disciplinary tasks, reflections, and varied audiences.