5.SS.25.E
Apply foundational language skills to engage in civil discourse about social studies topics, including those with multiple perspectives.
Grade 5 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
Standard Unwrapping
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foundational language skillscivil discoursesocial studies topicsmultiple perspectives
Skills
- engage (in civil discourse about social studies topics) #dok3
- apply (foundational language skills to discussion) #dok3
- discuss (social studies topics with multiple perspectives) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify foundational language skills that help me participate in discussion. #dok1
- I can recognize social studies topics that involve multiple perspectives. #dok1
- I can explain what civil discourse means in group discussions about social studies. #dok2
- I can compare different perspectives on a social studies topic. #dok2
- I can use foundational language skills to communicate respectfully in social studies discussions. #dok3
- I can engage in civil discourse about social studies topics with multiple perspectives. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Civil discourse helps students respectfully discuss social studies topics with others who have different perspectives.
- Applying foundational language skills is necessary for effective and meaningful participation in academic conversations about social studies.
Essential Questions
- What does civil discourse look like during a discussion about social studies topics?
- Why is it important to listen to and consider multiple perspectives when learning about social studies?
- How can using foundational language skills improve our discussions?
- What challenges might arise when talking about social studies topics with people who have different perspectives?
- How can we ensure that everyone’s perspective is heard and respected in a civil discourse?