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English Language Arts and Literacy | Grade : 9-10

Strand - Writing in the Content Areas

Cluster - Research to Build and Present Knowledge

[WCA.9-10.7] - Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

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  • Research
    Systematic inquiry into a subject or problem in order to discover, verify, or revise relevant facts or principles.
  • Source
    Text used largely for informational purposes, as in research.
  • Synthesis (Synthesize)
    Combination of information or other elements from different sources into a unified work with original structure and substance. In contrast to summary, synthesis is an advanced technique that both reflects understanding of the source texts and adds new insight to them.

Predecessor Standards:

  • WCA.6-8.7
    Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration.

Successor Standards:

  • WCA.11-12.7
    Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

Same Level Standards:

  • HS.LS.3.2
    Make and defend a claim based on evidence that genetic variations (alleles) may result from (a) new genetic combinations via the processes of crossing over and random segregation of chromosomes during meiosis, (b) mutations that occur during replication, and/or (c) mutations caused by environmental factors. Recognize that mutations that occur in gametes can be passed to offspring. Clarification Statement: Examples of evidence of genetic variation can include the work of McClintock in crossing over of maize chromosomes and the development of cancer due to DNA replication errors and UV ray exposure. State Assessment Boundary: Specific phases of meiosis or identification of specific types of mutations are not expected in state assessment.
  • HS.LS.4.4
    Research and communicate information about key features of viruses and bacteria to explain their ability to adapt and reproduce in a wide variety of environments. Clarification Statement: Key features include high rate of mutations and the speed of reproduction which produces many generations with high variability in a short time, allowing for rapid adaptation. State Assessment Boundary: Specific types of viral reproduction (e.g., lytic and lysogenic) are not expected in state assessment.
  • HS.ETS.2.1
    Determine the best application of manufacturing processes to create parts of desired shape, size, and finish based on available resources and safety. Clarification Statement: Examples of processes can include forming (molding of plastics, casting of metals, shaping, rolling, forging, and stamping), machining (cutting and milling), conditioning (thermal, mechanical, and chemical processes), and finishing. State Assessment Boundary: Specific manufacturing machines are not expected in state assessment.
  • HS.ETS.4.1
    Research and describe various ways that humans use energy and power systems to harness resources to accomplish tasks effectively and efficiently. Clarification Statement: Examples of energy and power systems can include fluid systems such as hydraulics and pneumatics, thermal systems such as heating and cooling, and electrical systems such as electronic devices and residential wiring.