A student expectation is directly related to the knowledge and skills statement, is more specific about how students demonstrate their learning, and always begins with a verb. Student expectations are further broken down into their component parts, often referred to as “breakouts.”
Vertical alignment shows student expectations in the same subject area at different grade levels that are related to or build upon one another.
Breakouts are the component parts that make up a student expectation. A breakout shows a distinct concept a student should know or a distinct skill that a student should be able to demonstrate.
Science.7.4.B make informed decisions by evaluating evidence from multiple appropriate sources to assess the credibility, accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and methods used
SS.7.20.D identify bias and points of view from the historical context surrounding an event that influenced the participants
SS.7.20.F evaluate a variety of historical and contemporary sources for validity, credibility, bias, and accuracy
ELAR.7.12.H examine sources for: (i) reliability, credibility, and bias (ii) faulty reasoning such as hyperbole, emotional appeals, and stereotype