Minnesota Administrative Rules

3501.0655 KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE 12 LANGUAGE STANDARDS.

Subpart 1.

Conventions of standard English.

A.

The student will demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

B.

The student will demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Subp. 2.

Knowledge of language.

The student will apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.

Subp. 3.

Vocabulary acquisition and use.

A.

The student will determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.

B.

The student will demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

C.

The student will acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level and demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression.

Statutory Authority:

MS s 120B.02

History:

36 SR 589

Published Electronically:

October 3, 2013