Standard+2+and+ATL+SLEs

= STANDARD 2: Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge. =

Indicator 2.1.1

 * Continue an inquiry-based research process by applying critical-thinking skills (analysis, synthesis, evaluation, organization) to information and knowledge in order to construct new understandings, draw conclusions, and create new knowledge. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Assess the importance of ideas by comparing their treatment across texts.
 * Identify main ideas and find supporting examples, definitions, and details.
 * Analyze different points of view discovered in different sources.
 * Determine patterns and discrepancies by comparing and combining information available in different sources.
 * Interpret information and ideas by defining, classifying, and inferring from information in text. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Identify main, supporting, and conflicting information using multiple sources to support interpretation or point of view.
 * Make and explain inferences about main ideas.
 * Critically examine and analyze relevant information from a variety of sources to discover relationships and patterns among ideas.
 * If discrepancy in points of view is discovered, continue research until the discrepancy is resolved. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Build a conceptual framework by synthesizing ideas gathered from multiple texts.
 * Resolve conflicting evidence or clarify reasons for differing interpretations of information and ideas. ||<  ||<   ||

Indicator 2.1.2

 * Organize knowledge so that it is useful. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Combine and categorize information by using an outline or mind map to show connections among ideas.
 * Use common organizational patterns (cause & effect, compare/contrast, chronological order) to organize information and draw conclusions. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Use appropriate organizational patterns (cause & effect, compare/contrast, chronological order) to capture point of view and draw conclusions.
 * Experiment with devising their own organizational structures. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Organize information independently, deciding the structure based on the relationships among ideas and general patterns discovered. ||<  ||<   ||

Indicator 2.1.3

 * Use strategies to draw conclusions from information and apply knowledge to curricular areas, real-world situations, and further investigations. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Review prior knowledge and reflect on how ideas changed with more information.
 * Compare information found to tenative thesis or hypothesis; revisit or revise hypothesis as appropriate.
 * Draw conclusions based on explicit and implied information.
 * Form opinions and judgements backed up by supporting evidence. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Draw clear and appropriate conclusions supported by evidence and examples.
 * Combine ideas and information to develop and demonstrate new understanding.
 * Recognize multiple causes for same issues or events.
 * Apply strategies for making personal and real-world connections with information. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Combine information and inferences to draw conclusions and create meaning.
 * Develop their own points of view and support with evidence.
 * Present different perspectives with evidence for each.
 * Apply new knowledge to real-world issues and problems. ||<  ||<   ||

Indicator 2.1.4

 * Use technology and other information tools to analyze and organize information. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Identify and apply common productivity tools and features for the purpose of analyzing and organizing information.
 * Use interactive tools to participate as a group in analyzing and organizing information. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Use technology tools to show connections and patterns in the ideas and information collected.
 * Identify and apply common utilities to enhance communication to an audience, promote productivity and support creativity. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Display important connections among ideas by using common productivity tools to categorize and analyze information.
 * Use locally available and online interactive presentation and production tools to enhance creativity in effectively organizing and communicating information. ||<  ||<   ||

Indicator 2.1.5

 * Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions, and solve problems. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Participate in problem-solving process with group.
 * Work collaboratively in using technology to meet information needs.
 * Pay attention to copyright provisions, work in groups to import and manipulate pictures, images, and charts in documents, spreadsheets, presentations, webpages, and other creative products and presentations that effectively communicate new knowlegde.
 * Work in groups to evaluate products and presentations. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Participate in discussions to analyze information/problems and to suggest solutions.
 * Work with others to select, organize, and integrate information and ideas from a variety of sources and formats.
 * Use online environments or other collaborative tools to facilitate design and development of materials, models, publications, and presentations.
 * Apply utilities to edit pictures, images, and charts while complying with all copyright provisions. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Collaborate locally and remotely with peers, experts, and others to collect, produce, and share information.
 * Work with others to solve problems and make decisions on issues, topics, and themes being investigated. ||<  ||<   ||

Indicator 2.1.6

 * Use the writing process, media and visual literacy, and technology skills to create products that express new understandings. **
 * = **Grade** ||= **AASL Benchmark** ||= **MYP Published ATL SLE** ||= **IST library taught / co-taught curriculum/ planned curriculum** ||
 * = **6** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **7** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **8** ||< * Use prewriting to discover alternate ways to present conclusions.
 * Select presentation form based on audience and purpose.
 * Draft the presentation/product following an outline of ideas and add supporting details.
 * Create products that incorporate writing, visuals, and other forms of media to convey message and main points.
 * Assess and edit for grammar, visual impact, and appropriate use of media.
 * Cite all sources using correct bibliographic format. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **9** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **10** ||< * Select the presentation/product to effectively communicate and support a purpose, argument, point of view, or interpretation.
 * Express ideas through creative products in a variety of formats.
 * Revise work based on ongoing self-assessment and feedback from teachers and peers.
 * Edit for grammar, language conventions, and style.
 * Cite all sources and use specified citation formats. ||<  ||<   ||
 * = **11** ||<  ||<   ||<   ||
 * = **12** ||< * Use the most appropriate format to clearly communicate ideas to targeted audiences.
 * Assess how tone and choice of language impact content in a range of media.
 * Analyze how composition and placement of visual images influence the message.
 * Apply various technological skills to create performances and products.
 * Cite ideas and direct quotes using official style formats.
 * Employ various strategies for revising and reviewing their own work. ||<  ||<   ||