Description
In this standards-based resource for writing with technology, your students will compile relevant information, assess credibility of sources, quote or paraphrase material, avoid plagiarism, and use a standard format for citation. This 55 page mini-unit includes all you need to check for understanding and mastery of W.8.8 with a summative assessment and rubric.
All answer keys are also included, as well as a teacher guide breaking down the standard into learning targets and Depth of Knowledge (DOK) stages.
This resource includes both a printable and digital version that is ready for Google Classroom and other distance learning platforms.
You can use this resource:
- To give extra practice with CCSS 8.W.8
- For close reading and guided reading
- For classwork, center rotations
- For assessments and test prep
How will this resource help me?
- Easily assess where students are in their understanding of this standard
- Encourage students to self-assess their own growth
- Ensure standard mastery by assessing each objective within the standard
This Resource Includes:
- Teacher Guide with standard breakdown
- Digital Version of each activity with Instructions for How to Access
- W.8 Defined Poster
- I Can Poster
- Student Self-Assessments
- W.8.8 Summative Assessment
- Answer Keys
Learning Target 1: Print vs. Digital Sources
- Sources – Print vs. Digital Resources
- Keyword Research Guide
- Using Research to Locate more Sources
- Research Experiment Worksheet
Learning Target 2: Source Credibility
- Credible or Not Credible Resource
- Credibility of a Source Worksheet
- Credibility Questionnaire
- Credibility of a Source Activity
Learning Target 3: Plagiarism
- Instructional Resources
- Direct Quote Format with Tutorial
- Indirect Quote Format
- In-text Citation Tutorial
- Correct the Direct Quote Worksheet
- Paraphrasing Practice
Learning Target 4: MLA Format
- Sample MLA Paper
- Works Cited Information Page
- Gather Your Information Tutorial
- Citation Generator Tutorial
- Works Cited Page Tutorial
- Works Cited Page – Apply Your Learning
This product was created using the 8th-grade W8 standard, but most of the content could also be used with 6th or 7th grade since the standards are so similar.