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Grade Level:Kindergarten
K-2 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from oral, visual, print and electronic sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BA.LKG.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Listen for information.

K-2 Benchmark
B. Predict outcomes based on factual information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.LKG.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Sort objects or pictures according to appropriate criteria.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.LKG.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Compare similarities and differences among objects or pictures.

K-2 Benchmark
C. Communicate information orally, visually or in writing.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BC.LKG.I04
Communicating Information /
04. Communicate information.

K-2 Benchmark
D. Identify a problem and work in groups to solve it.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BD.LKG.I05
Problem Solving /
05. Work with others by sharing, taking turns and raising hand to speak.

Grade Level:Grade One
K-2 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from oral, visual, print and electronic sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BA.L01.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain information about a topic using a variety of oral and visual sources.

K-2 Benchmark
B. Predict outcomes based on factual information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.L01.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Sequence information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.L01.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Determine categories for sorting information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.L01.I04
Thinking and Organizing /
04. Identify main ideas from oral, visual and print sources.

K-2 Benchmark
C. Communicate information orally, visually or in writing.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BC.L01.I05
Communicating Information /
05. Communicate information orally or visually.

K-2 Benchmark
D. Identify a problem and work in groups to solve it.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BD.L01.I06
Problem Solving /
06. Display courtesy and respect for others in group settings including:
  • Staying on the topic;
  • Focusing attention on the speaker.

Grade Level:Grade Two
K-2 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from oral, visual, print and electronic sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BA.L02.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain information from oral, visual and print sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BA.L02.I02
Obtaining Information /
02. Identify sources used to gather information:
  • People;
  • Printed materials;
  • Electronic sources.

K-2 Benchmark
B. Predict outcomes based on factual information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.L02.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Predict the next event in a sequence.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BB.L02.I04
Thinking and Organizing /
04. Distinguish the difference between fact and fiction in oral, visual and print materials.

K-2 Benchmark
C. Communicate information orally, visually or in writing.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BC.L02.I05
Communicating Information /
05. Communicate information in writing.

K-2 Benchmark
D. Identify a problem and work in groups to solve it.
Y2003.CSS.S07.GKG-02.BD.L02.I06
Problem Solving /
06. Use problem-solving/decision-making skills to identify a problem and gather information while working independently and in groups.

Grade Level:Grade Three
3-5 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from a variety of primary and secondary sources using the component parts of the source.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L03.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain information about local issues from a variety of sources including:
  • Maps;
  • Photos;
  • Oral histories;
  • Newspapers;
  • Letters;
  • Artifacts;
  • Documents.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L03.I02
Obtaining Information /
02. Locate information using various parts of a source including:
  • The table of contents;
  • Title page;
  • Illustrations;
  • Keyword searches.

3-5 Benchmark
B. Use a variety of sources to organize information and draw inferences.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L03.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Identify possible cause and effect relationships.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L03.I04
Thinking and Organizing /
04. Read and interpret pictographs, bar graphs and charts.

3-5 Benchmark
C. Communicate social studies information using graphs or tables.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BC.L03.I05
Communicating Information /
05. Communicate information using pictographs and bar graphs.

3-5 Benchmark
D. Use problem-solving skills to make decisions individually and in groups.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BD.L03.I06
Problem Solving /
06. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes:
  • Identifying a problem;
  • Gathering information;
  • Listing and considering options;
  • Considering advantages and disadvantages of options;
  • Choosing and implementing a solution.

Grade Level:Grade Four
3-5 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from a variety of primary and secondary sources using the component parts of the source.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L04.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain information about state issues from a variety of print and electronic sources, and determine the relevance of information to a research topic:
  • Atlases;
  • Encyclopedias;
  • Dictionaries;
  • Newspapers;
  • Multimedia/Electronic sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L04.I02
Obtaining Information /
02. Use a glossary and index to locate information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L04.I03
Obtaining Information /
03. Use primary and secondary sources to answer questions about Ohio history.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L04.I04
Obtaining Information /
04. Describe how archaeologists and historians study and interpret the past.

3-5 Benchmark
B. Use a variety of sources to organize information and draw inferences.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L04.I05
Thinking and Organizing /
05. Identify main ideas and supporting details from factual information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L04.I06
Thinking and Organizing /
06. Distinguish between fact and opinion.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L04.I07
Thinking and Organizing /
07. Read and interpret pictographs, bar graphs, line graphs and tables.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L04.I08
Thinking and Organizing /
08. Formulate a question to focus research.

3-5 Benchmark
C. Communicate social studies information using graphs or tables.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BC.L04.I09
Communicating Information /
09. Communicate relevant information in a written report including the acknowledgement of sources.

3-5 Benchmark
D. Use problem-solving skills to make decisions individually and in groups.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BD.L04.I10
Problem Solving /
10. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes:
  • Identifying a problem;
  • Gathering information;
  • Listing and considering options;
  • Considering advantages and disadvantages of options;
  • Choosing and implementing a solution;
  • Developing criteria for judging its effectiveness.

Grade Level:Grade Five
3-5 Benchmark
A. Obtain information from a variety of primary and secondary sources using the component parts of the source.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L05.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain information from a variety of print and electronic sources and analyze its reliability including:
  • Accuracy of facts;
  • Credentials of the source.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L05.I02
Obtaining Information /
02. Locate information in a variety of sources using key words, related articles and cross-references.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BA.L05.I03
Obtaining Information /
03. Differentiate between primary and secondary sources.

3-5 Benchmark
B. Use a variety of sources to organize information and draw inferences.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L05.I04
Thinking and Organizing /
04. Read information critically in order to identify:
  • The author;
  • The author's perspective;
  • The purpose.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L05.I05
Thinking and Organizing /
05. Compare points of agreement and disagreement among sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L05.I06
Thinking and Organizing /
06. Draw inferences from relevant information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BB.L05.I07
Thinking and Organizing /
07. Organize key ideas by taking notes that paraphrase or summarize.

3-5 Benchmark
C. Communicate social studies information using graphs or tables.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BC.L05.I08
Communicating Information /
08. Communicate research findings using line graphs and tables.

3-5 Benchmark
D. Use problem-solving skills to make decisions individually and in groups.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G03-05.BD.L05.I09
Problem Solving /
09. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes:
  • Identifying a problem;
  • Gathering information;
  • Listing and considering options;
  • Considering advantages and disadvantages of options;
  • Choosing and implementing a solution;
  • Developing criteria for judging its effectiveness;
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of the solution.

Grade Level:Grade Six
6-8 Benchmark
A. Analyze different perspectives on a topic obtained from a variety of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BA.L06.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Use multiple sources to define essential vocabulary and obtain information for a research project including:
  • Almanacs;
  • Gazetteers;
  • Trade books;
  • Periodicals;
  • Video tapes;
  • Electronic sources.

6-8 Benchmark
B. Organize historical information in text or graphic format and analyze the information in order to draw conclusions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BB.L06.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Analyze information from primary and secondary sources in order to summarize, make generalizations and draw conclusions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BB.L06.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Organize information using outlines and graphic organizers.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BB.L06.I04
Thinking and Organizing /
04. Read and interpret pictographs, bar graphs, line graphs, circle graphs, tables and flow charts.

6-8 Benchmark
C. Present a position and support it with evidence and citation of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BC.L06.I05
Communicating Information /
05. Complete a research project that includes a bibliography.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BC.L06.I06
Communicating Information /
06. Communicate a position on a topic orally or in writing and support the position with evidence.

6-8 Benchmark
D. Work effectively in a group.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BD.L06.I07
Problem Solving /
07. Work effectively to achieve group goals:
  • Engage in active listening;
  • Provide feedback in a constructive manner;
  • Help establish group goals;
  • Take various roles within the group;
  • Recognize contributions of others.

Grade Level:Grade Seven
6-8 Benchmark
B. Organize historical information in text or graphic format and analyze the information in order to draw conclusions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BB.L07.I01
Thinking and Organizing /
01. Describe historical events and issues from the perspectives of people living at the time in order to avoid evaluating the past in terms of today's norms and values.

6-8 Benchmark
C. Present a position and support it with evidence and citation of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BC.L07.I02
Communicating Information /
02. Compare multiple viewpoints and frames of reference related to important events in world history.

6-8 Benchmark
D. Work effectively in a group.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BD.L07.I03
Problem Solving /
03. Establish guidelines, rules and time lines for group work.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BD.L07.I04
Problem Solving /
04. Reflect on the performance of a classroom group in which one has participated including the contribution of each member in reaching group goals.

Grade Level:Grade Eight
6-8 Benchmark
A. Analyze different perspectives on a topic obtained from a variety of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BA.L08.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Compare accuracy and point of view of fiction and nonfiction sources about a particular era or event.

6-8 Benchmark
C. Present a position and support it with evidence and citation of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BC.L08.I02
Communicating Information /
02. Construct a historical narrative using primary and secondary sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BC.L08.I03
Communicating Information /
03. Write a position paper or give an oral presentation that includes citation of sources.

6-8 Benchmark
D. Work effectively in a group.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BD.L08.I04
Problem Solving /
04. Organize and lead a discussion.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G06-08.BD.L08.I05
Problem Solving /
05. Identify ways to manage conflict within a group.

Grade Level:Grade Nine
9-10 Benchmark
A. Evaluate the reliability and credibility of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BA.L09.I01
Thinking and Organizing /
01. Detect bias and propaganda in primary and secondary sources of information.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BA.L09.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Evaluate the credibility of sources for:
  • Logical fallacies;
  • Consistency of arguments;
  • Unstated assumptions;
  • Bias.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BA.L09.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Analyze the reliability of sources for:
  • Accurate use of facts;
  • Adequate support of statements;
  • Date of publication.

9-10 Benchmark
B. Use data and evidence to support or refute a thesis.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BB.L09.I04
Communicating Information /
04. Develop and present a research project including:
  • Collection of data;
  • Narrowing and refining the topic;
  • Construction and support of the thesis.

Grade Level:Grade Ten
9-10 Benchmark
A. Evaluate the reliability and credibility of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BA.L10.I01
Thinking and Organizing /
01. Determine the credibility of sources by considering the following:
  • The qualifications and reputation of the writer;
  • Agreement with other credible sources;
  • Recognition of stereotypes;
  • Accuracy and consistency of sources;
  • The circumstances in which the author prepared the source.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BA.L10.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Critique evidence used to support a thesis.

9-10 Benchmark
B. Use data and evidence to support or refute a thesis.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G09-10.BB.L10.I03
Communicating Information /
03. Analyze one or more issues and present a persuasive argument to defend a position.

Grade Level:Grade Eleven
11-12 Benchmark
A. Obtain and evaluate information from public records and other resources related to a public policy issue.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BA.L11.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Identify a current public policy issue and arguments relative to the issue.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BA.L11.I02
Obtaining Information /
02. Determine criteria by which arguments will be judged.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BA.L11.I03
Obtaining Information /
03. Identify advocacy groups and obtain public policy information they produce.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BA.L11.I04
Obtaining Information /
04. Adjust a research question or topic based on information obtained while conducting research.

11-12 Benchmark
B. Critique data and information to determine the adequacy of support for conclusions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BB.L11.I05
Thinking and Organizing /
05. Choose a position on an issue and develop a rationale for that position.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BB.L11.I06
Thinking and Organizing /
06. Critique the conclusions drawn from survey and research data by questioning:
  • Sample size;
  • Demographics;
  • The sponsoring organization;
  • Logic of the conclusions reached.

11-12 Benchmark
C. Develop a research project that identifies the various perspectives on an issue and explain a resolution of that issue.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BC.L11.I07
Communicating Information /
07. Identify appropriate tools for communicating a position on an issue (e.g., electronic resources, newsletters, letters to the editor, public displays and handouts).

11-12 Benchmark
D. Work in groups to analyze an issue and make decisions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BD.L11.I08
Problem Solving /
08. Apply the processes of persuasion, compromise and negotiation to the resolution of conflicts and differences.

Grade Level:Grade Twelve
11-12 Benchmark
A. Obtain and evaluate information from public records and other resources related to a public policy issue.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BA.L12.I01
Obtaining Information /
01. Obtain and evaluate information from public records and other resources related to a public policy issue.

11-12 Benchmark
B. Critique data and information to determine the adequacy of support for conclusions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BB.L12.I02
Thinking and Organizing /
02. Construct an action plan for presenting a position to the appropriate decision-making body.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BB.L12.I03
Thinking and Organizing /
03. Research an issue or topic by gathering, recording, evaluating and interpreting relevant data.

11-12 Benchmark
C. Develop a research project that identifies the various perspectives on an issue and explain a resolution of that issue.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BC.L12.I04
Communicating Information /
04. Develop a research project and make formal presentations to the class and/or community members using:
  • Key terms;
  • Support for main ideas;
  • Examples;
  • Statistics and other evidence;
  • Visual aids;
  • Formal citation of sources.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BC.L12.I05
Communicating Information /
05. Respond to questions and feedback about presentations knowledgeably and civilly.

11-12 Benchmark
D. Work in groups to analyze an issue and make decisions.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BD.L12.I06
Problem Solving /
06. Build consensus within a group by:
  • Finding points of agreement;
  • Identifying points individuals are willing to concede;
  • Making sure that all voices are heard;
  • Attempting to understand the view of others.
Y2003.CSS.S07.G11-12.BD.L12.I07
Problem Solving /
07. Engage in group work on issues-analysis and decision-making:
  • Identify a problem or dilemma;
  • Analyze the interests, values and points of view;
  • Identify causes of the problem or dilemma;
  • Propose alternative solutions;
  • Formulate a position or course of action;
  • Evaluate the consequences of the action taken.


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