1. COURSE OUTCOMES Benchmarking Curriculum for Teachers Book pgs. 10-11

2. Course Outcomes: A Summary Course Outcomes articulate what ALL students will know and be able to do by the end of one specific subject or course These Outcomes: Incorporate standards that require more than four weeks to accomplish Focus on content knowledge and skills Span one subject and one year Build on and do not repeat Team/Department and Course Outcomes from previous grades May contribute directly to relevant Team/Department Outcomes

3. Course Outcomes: The Big Picture

4. Course Outcomes: Components 4-7 Outcomes for each course/subject The stem “SWBAT” (students will be able to) For each Outcome, one verb from Bloom’s Taxonomy Verbs must be: Active Observable Challenging & Developmentally Appropriate Constitute a “floor” not a “ceiling” of student achievement

5. Course Outcomes: Bloom’s Taxonomy Evaluation Synthesis Analysis Application Comprehension Knowledge Bloom’s Taxonomy Bloom’s Verbs are at the heart of writing good Outcomes.

6. Course Outcomes: Levels of Critical Thinking Team/Dept.Critical Thinking Levels K - 2Know and “Explain” 3 - 5Explain and Apply 6 - 8 Apply and Analyze (with scaffolding) 9 -12 Analyze and perhaps Synthesize

7. Course Outcomes: Examples 1 st Grade Social Studies 1. SWBAT describe the roles of various community members. 2. SWBAT identify and describe the physical and man- made features of a community. 3. SWBAT discuss features of places on a map or globe. 4. SWBAT place simple events in chronological order. 5. SWBAT demonstrate that people are buyers and sellers of goods & services. 6. SWBAT describe the difference between rules, laws, rights and responsibilities.

8. Course Outcomes: Examples 4 th Grade Social Studies 1. SWBAT compare and contrast the physical processes that effect the characteristics and spatial aspects of the Earth’s surface. 2. SWBAT apply key ideas of individual human dignity, liberty, justice, equality and rule of law of citizens in various situations. 3. SWBAT explain cultural diversity and its influence on religious beliefs, laws and peer pressure. 4. SWBAT describe the relationship between human needs and wants and public and private goods and services. 5. SWBAT explain the role of government in society. 6. SWBAT explain how scientific and technological innovations affect society and the economy.

9. Course Outcomes: Examples US History (9 th Grade) 1. SWBAT construct an argument for a given thesis that is supported by factual evidence. 2. SWBAT analyze historical maps of the U.S. 3. SWBAT analyze, with scaffolding, the importance of a historical event in U.S. history on modern America. 4. SWBAT compare and contrast divergent points of view through historical analysis. 5. SWBAT analyze how America changes from colonization to modern day.

10. Course Outcomes: Your Turn Critique the following Course Outcomes for 6 th Grade Social Studies: 1.SWBAT interpret societal structures of various ancient civilizations. 2.SWBAT explain Ancient Greece using primary and secondary sources. 3.SWBAT identify historical examples of groups working independently & cooperatively. 4.SWBAT summarize the religious make-up of a civilization. 5.SWBAT compare societies by using cultural indicators. 6.SWBAT describe economic strategies in various eras. 7.SWBAT use geographic concepts and procedures.

11. Team/Department & Course Outcomes: Examples Examples: Lower Elementary (K-2) Social Studies Team/Department Outcome SWBAT describe the natural and man-made features of a community. Course Outcomes KSWBAT identify natural resources we use in everyday life. 1 st SWBAT explain where natural resources come from. 2 nd SWBAT describe the man-made features of a community. Team/Department Outcome SWBAT construct a timeline listing events in chronological order. Course Outcomes KSWBAT put steps of an everyday activity in the proper order using pictures. 1 st SWBAT label multiple daily activities on a timeline. 2 nd SWBAT create a timeline of major events in one week.

12. Course Outcomes: Examples 1 st Grade Math 1. SWBAT use improvised lengths to compare objects. 2. SWBAT organize data into as many as 3 categories. 3. SWBAT solve one-step word problems using addition and subtraction up to 20. 4. SWBAT recognize numbers to 100 are made with tens and ones. 5. SWBAT tell time in hours and half-hours. 6. SWBAT draw shapes with specific attributes. 7. SWBAT add 2 digit numbers with regrouping.

13. Course Outcomes: Examples 4 th Grade Math 1. SWBAT use place value sense and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic. 2. SWBAT solve multi-step word problems with whole numbers. 3. SWBAT solve an equation with fractions using addition, subtraction, and multiplication. 4. SWBAT compare a variety of two-dimensional figures. 5. SWBAT relate decimals to corresponding fractions with denominators of 10 and 100.

14. Course Outcomes: Examples HS Algebra I Math 1. SWBAT create linear, quadratic and exponential models. 2. SWBAT analyze functions using different representations to model relationships and situations. 3. SWBAT solve one and two variable algebraic problems using numeric, graphing, and analytic methods. 4. SWBAT explain problems using the language of algebra. 5. SWBAT solve problems using graph paper, calculator, and other manipulatives. 6. SWBAT interpret linear models based on the summary, representation, and interpretation of data on two categorical and quantitative variables.

15. Course Outcomes: Your Turn Critique the following Course Outcomes for 6 th Grade Math: 1.SWBAT add rational numbers in real-world scenarios. 2.SWBAT identify and solve linear equations with one exponent. 3.SWBAT identify triangles in real-world problems. 4.SWBAT analyze plots and categories of data. 5.SWBAT use ratios to solve real-world problems. 6.SWBAT apply fractions to real-world scenarios.

16. Team/Department & Course Outcomes: Examples Examples: Lower Elementary (K-2) Mathematics Team/Department Outcome SWBAT add and subtract 2-digit numbers with regrouping. Course Outcomes KSWBAT show knowledge of math facts up to 10. 1 st SWBAT show knowledge of math facts up to 20. 2 nd SWBAT add and subtract 2-digit numbers with regrouping. Team/Department Outcome SWBAT identify place value to the hundred thousand. Course Outcomes KSWBAT recognize numbers 10-20 are made with tens and ones. 1 st SWBAT recognize numbers to 100 are made with tens and ones. 2 nd SWBAT recognize numbers 100-999 as hundreds, tens and ones.

17. Course Outcomes: Examples 1 st Grade Language Arts 1. SWBAT write simple sentences with details to provide an opinion, an explanation, and a narrative. (W) 2. SWBAT use a variety of sources to respond to a question verbally and/or in writing. (W) 3. SWBAT verbally answer and ask questions within conversation. (SL) 4. SWBAT describe people, places, things, and events with relevant details. (SL) 5. SWBAT construct complete and correctly-structured sentences using a variety of nouns, verbs, adjectives, conjunctions, and prepositions. (L) 6. SWBAT categorize words in order to discover and reveal connections. (L)

18. Course Outcomes: Examples 4 th Grade Language Arts 1. SWBAT create sentences that link ideas to provide an opinion, an explanation, or a narrative. (W) 2. SWBAT identify specific evidence to be used in analysis of text. (W) 3. SWBAT paraphrase portions of a text or verbal information. (SL) 4. SWBAT use formal English to verbally present a topic, story, and experience. (SL) 5. SWBAT create a variety of grammatically-correct sentences with words and punctuation chosen to convey effect. (L) 6. SWBAT explain common figurative language, word relationships, and nuances. (L)

19. Course Outcomes: Examples HS American Literature (11 th Grade) 1. SWBAT analyze an American novel to make complex arguments using multiple themes, supported with textual evidence. 2. SWBAT analyze multiple American texts to extract meaning in comparison and contrast. 3. SWBAT analyze a short text using close reading techniques to highlight larger themes. 4. SWBAT analyze an American text to make an argument situating the piece historically, culturally, and in relation to other pieces of American literature. 5. SWBAT analyze the role the narrative plays in their conception of America. 6. SWBAT demonstrate correct use of grammar and facility with a variety of acquired vocabulary in the composition of an in-class essay. 7. SWBAT synthesize research from scholarly sources to convey complex informative text engaged with ideas and information through the effective selection, organization and analysis of content.

20. Course Outcomes: Your Turn Critique the following Course Outcomes for 6 th Grade Language Arts: 1. SWBT write a cohesive argument in a formal style using clear reason and relevant evidence to support claims and construct an organized explanation and narrative in a formal style. (W) 2. SWBAT conduct a short research project to answer a question with evidence drawn from multiple sources. (W) 3. SWBAT interpret information presented in a biography. (SL) 4. SWBAT logically present information using multimedia components and presentation skills. (SL) 5. SWBAT apply the correct use of a pronoun to a given sentence. (L) 6. SWBAT evaluate cause/effect, part/whole, and item/category to show relationship between words. (L) 7. SWBAT interpret personification in context. (L)

21. Team/Department & Course Outcomes: Examples Examples: Upper Elementary (3-5) Language Arts Team/Department Outcome SWBAT write a complete paragraph to provide an opinion, an explanation, and a narrative. (W) Course Outcomes 3 rd SWBAT write a topic sentence, supporting details, and concluding sentence. (W) 4 th SWBAT create sentences that link ideas to provide an opinion, an explanation, or a narrative. (W) 5 th SWBAT write a logically organized opinion, explanation, and narrative. (W)

22. Course Outcomes: Examples 1 st Grade Reading 1. SWBAT describe key information from a text or story (e.g., characters, settings, major events). 2. In a specific text, SWBAT identify words or phrases that clarify the overall meaning or suggest feeling. 3. SWBAT differentiate between fiction and nonfiction texts. 4. SWBAT identify the narrator in a text. 5. SWBAT use illustrations and details in a story or text to describe the key ideas. 6. SWBAT compare and contrast two texts on the same topic or various components of two stories. 7. SWBAT read and discuss meaning of literature and informational texts at a 1-2 complexity level.

23. Course Outcomes: Examples 4 th Grade Reading 1. SWBAT determine a simple theme from details in a text. 2. SWBAT summarize a text or story. 3. SWBAT explain the technical differences between major styles and structures of writing. 4. SWBAT interpret information from print and digital sources including pictorial and graphical representations. 5. SWBAT compare and contrast the point of view from which different stories are narrated. 6. SWBAT compare and contrast similar themes and messages in literature from different cultures. 7. SWBAT read and discuss meaning of literature and informational texts at a 4-5 complexity level.

24. Team/Department & Course Outcomes: Examples Examples: Lower Elementary (K-2) Reading Team/Department Outcome SWBAT recount stories and story details. Course Outcomes KWith prompting and support, SWBAT identify key information from a text or story. 1 st SWBAT describe key information from a text or story. 2 nd SWBAT describe how characters respond to major story events.

25. Course Outcomes: Examples 1 st Grade Science 1. SWBAT use evidence to identify the needs of plants and animals. 2. SWBAT use a thermometer, barometer and scale appropriately and safely. 3. SWBAT make observations about living and non-living things. 4. SWBAT investigate student-generated “what happens when” questions in small groups and share findings with the class.

26. Course Outcomes: Examples 4 th Grade Science 1.SWBAT explain, orally and in writing and using proper vocabulary, concepts of energy. 2.SWBAT compare their explanations of past and present environmental changes to those of others. 3.SWBAT apply the concepts of electricity and magnetism to explain the world around them. 4.SWBAT describe their observations about similarities and differences in organism characteristics.

27. Course Outcomes: Examples High School Chemistry 1. SWBAT collect and analyze physical and chemical data. 2. SWBAT apply mathematical operations to physical information about elements, compounds, materials, mixtures and solutions. 3. SWBAT describe chemical elements and compounds using standard IUPAC nomenclature and trends on the periodic table. 4. SWBAT apply chemical interactions to explain macroscopic observations. 5. SWBAT analyze the quantitative effects of kinetics and thermodynamics on matter and its properties.

28. Course Outcomes: Your Turn Critique the following Course Outcomes for 6 th Grade Science: 1. SWBAT explain scientific investigations that answer questions about the earth’s structure and changes. 2. SWBAT collect, organize and interpret scientific data from graphs, charts and tables. 3. SWBAT describe how volcanoes and earthquakes form. 4. SWBAT construct models of the earth and solar system that depict earth science phenomena. 5. SWBAT identify various scientific tools in the lab. 6. SWBAT perform a test to support or disprove a hypothesis.

29. Team/Department & Course Outcomes: Examples Examples: High School Science Team/Department Outcome SWBAT effectively manipulate scientific tools, materials, and technological resources. Corresponding Anatomy Course Outcome SWBAT put into practice microscope, dissection and laboratory techniques consistent with anatomy and physiology content. Corresponding Chemistry Course Outcome SWBAT safely use glassware, chemicals, the fume hood and computer software to perform laboratory investigations with chemistry content.