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The Massachusetts Common Core of Learning

Gaining and Applying Knowledge

All students should:

Acquire, Integrate and Apply Essential Knowledge

Literature and Language

• Read a rich variety of literary works including fiction, poetry, drama and nonfiction from different time periods and cultures, relating them to human aspirations and life experiences.
• Analyze implications of literary works, and communicate them through speaking, writing, artistic and other means of expression.
• Know and understand the development and structure of English and other languages and how learning another language fosters appreciation of peoples and cultures.

Mathematics, Science and Technology

• Know and understand major mathematical concepts such as measurement, estimation, quantity, probability and statistics; and explore the relationship of mathematics to other areas of knowledge.
• Recognize and use patterns, construct mathematical models, represent and reason about quantities and shapes, draw accurate conclusions from data, and solve, justify and communicate solutions to problems.
• Apply the fundamental principles of the life sciences, physical sciences, earth/space sciences and the science of technology to analyze problems and relate them to human concerns and life experiences.
• Investigate and demonstrate methods of scientific inquiry and experimentation.

Social Studies, History and Geography

• Know and make connections among important historical events, themes, and issues; recognize the role the past has played in shaping the present; and understand the process by which individuals and groups develop and work within political, social, economic, cultural and geographic contexts.
• Synthesize and communicate information about important events and fundamental concepts in Massachusetts, United States and world history, including historical documents such as the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, Federalist Papers, and the Gettysburg Address.
• Know important information regarding the physical environment and understand concepts such as location and place, critical features of a region, demographic trends and patterns, and the relationship between people and the environment.

Visual and Performing Arts

• Know and understand the nature of the creative process, the characteristics of visual art, music, dance and theatre, and their importance in shaping and reflecting historical and cultural heritage.
• Analyze and make informed judgments regarding the arts. =
• Develop skills and participate in the arts for personal growth and enjoyment.

Health

• Know basic concepts of human development, mental health, sexuality, parenting, physical education and fitness, nutrition and disease prevention, and understand the implications of health habits for self and society.
• Make informed and responsible judgments regarding personal health, including avoidance of violence, tobacco, alcohol, drugs, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.
• Develop skills and participate in physical activities for personal growth, fitness, and enjoyment.

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