Aligned Standard

ELA.EE.RI.8.9: Identify where two different texts on the same topic differ in their interpretation of the details.

Grade Level Standard

This is aligned the following California State Standards:

  • RI.8.9 - Analyze a case in which two or more texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where the texts disagree on matters of fact or interpretation.

Linkage Level Descriptions

Initial Precursor

During a shared reading activity, the student can recognize that another person can have a perspective that is different.

Distal Precursor

The student is able to identify the claims or main points made by the author or speaker.

Proximal Precursor

The student is able to identify specific points in the text that support a claim made by the author.

Target

After reading two informational texts on the same topic, the student is able to identify differences in the interpretations/viewpoints of the authors.

Successor

After reading two informational texts on the same topic that acknowledge the existence of alternative viewpoints, the student can understand that authors may choose to include viewpoints that are different and can understand how authors explain these alternative viewpoints.