Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.A:
Students use several sources of information, in addition to an encyclopedia, in developing research reports.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.B:
Students identify an appropriate format for sharing information with an intended audience.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.C:
Students take research notes, using a note-taking process, with assistance.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.D:
Students use outlines and graphic organizers, such as semantic webs, to plan reports, with assistance.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.E:
Students include relevant information and exclude irrelevant information.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.F:
Students use paraphrase and quotation correctly.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.G:
Students connect, compare, and contrast ideas and information from one or more sources.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.H:
Students support ideas with examples, definitions, analogies, and direct references to the text.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.I:
Students use graphics, such as graphs, charts, and diagrams, to enhance the communication of information.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.J:
Students cite sources in footnotes and bibliography, using correct form, with assistance.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.K:
Students write accurate and complete responses to questions about informational material.

Performance Indicator - ELA.7.W.1.L:
Students maintain a portfolio that includes informational writing.