Project BioEYES: Intermediate (Middle school)

Writing Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects, Grades 6-8

CCR Anchor Standard #1

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

• Essential Skills and Knowledge

  • Gather scientific and technical resources to develop an argument that addresses alternate claims within the context of a scientific or technical problem or question.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of a topic or text by selecting appropriate evidence to support a claim or claims

  • Organize reasons and evidence to show logical support for claim(s).

  • Compare and contrast one’s own claim(s) to all other claims

  • Cite evidence accurately and appropriately.

  • Apply academic vocabulary to present and accurate argument.

CCR Anchor Standard #7

Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

• Essential Skills and Knowledge

  • Define a problem, formulate questions, and refine a problem and/or question as it relates to a particular issue or event.

  • Use a variety of formats to prepare the findings/conclusions for sharing.