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Local, State, and National Standards Sportsmanship and Ethics in Middle and High School Sports Miami-Dade County Competency-Based Curriculum Standards Language Arts-English I (Grade 9) Component: Composition Competencies: A & B Objectives: 1. Understands and practices the reading-writing connection. 3. Uses personal experiences, discussions, visual stimuli, observation, reading research, and media to generate ideas for writing. 4. Formulates a thesis statement and writes to it. 5. Selects tone and point of view appropriate to subject and audience 7. Applies appropriate logical thought patterns in multi-paragraph compositions to include essays of three paragraphs or more (comparison and/or contrast, cause and effect, analysis, classification, order of importance, definition, and/or chronological order). Component: Listening/Speaking/Viewing Competency: A Objectives: 2. Demonstrates appropriate listening skills in a variety of settings. 3. Prepares or presents a speech or oral report designed to inform, persuade, or entertain an audience. 5. Contributes appropriately to an oral discussion. Component: Informational Reading/Information Literacy/Study and Test-Taking Competency: A Objective: 1. Practices the following reading strategies both within an individual selection and among a variety of selections: -determines the following in a reading selection: sequence of events or ideas stated or implied main idea fact/opinion generalization conclusion -varies reading rate to suit purpose and subject matter (to include skimming, scanning, and analytical reading) -monitors comprehension of a reading selection (to include asking questions, rereading, and paraphrasing) Language Arts-English II (Grade 10) Component: Composition Competencies: A, B, & C Objectives: 1. Understands and practices the reading-writing connection. 3. Writes a clear and definite thesis statement. 4. Supports the thesis with fully developed paragraphs with details which are varied, relevant, and purposeful for a selected plan of organizational development to include comparison/contrast, cause/effect, definition, order of importance, and classification. 5. Writes for a variety of audiences and purposes. Component: Listening/Speaking/Viewing Competency: A Objectives: 1. Demonstrates appropriate listening, speaking, and viewing skills in a variety of cooperative settings. 2. Designs and delivers an oral presentation for a specific purpose and audience using effective verbal and non-verbal techniques. Component: Informational Reading/Information Literacy/Study and Test-Taking Competency: A Objective: 1. Practices the following reading strategies both within an individual selection and among a variety of selections: -determines the following in a reading selection: sequence of events or ideas stated or implied main idea fact/opinion generalization conclusion -varies reading rate to suit purpose and subject matter (to include skimming, scanning, and analytical reading) -monitors comprehension of a reading selection (to include asking questions, rereading, and paraphrasing) English III (Grade 11) Component: Composition Objectives: 1. Understands and practices the reading/writing connection 3. Writes a precise thesis statement that is declarative, controlling, and defensible, and supports it with fully developed paragraphs. 5. Writes multi-paragraph compositions to include essays of five paragraphs or more reflecting sound organization, logical development (including comparison/contrast, cause/effect, classification, order of importance, and spatial relationships), and accepted rules of written standard American English Component: Listening/Speaking/Viewing Objectives: 2. Applies appropriate listening, speaking, and viewing skills in a variety of cooperative settings. 3. Designs, delivers, and evaluates classroom oral presentations. Component: Informational Reading/Information Literacy/Study and Test-Taking Objective: 1. Uses effective reading strategies in a variety of informational contexts: -previews and identifies organizational patterns, analyzes and evaluates information -determines the main idea and supporting details in a variety of written material -evaluates the accuracy of information in a variety of selections based on the author’s purpose and/or bias, audience, and sources -evaluates conflicting information to determine which is more valid English IV (Grade 12) Component: Composition Objectives: 1. Understands and practices the reading/writing connection 3. Generates ideas for writing about a topic for the purpose of writing, varies writing style, including vocabulary and sentence structure for different audiences and purposes, and writes standard English sentences 5. Demonstrates competence in defending a thesis in multi-paragraph compositions to include essays of five paragraphs or more using a variety of organizational patterns to include comparison and/or contrast, cause and effect, definition, classification, argumentation, order of importance, chronological order, and/or spatial relationship Component: Listening/Speaking/Viewing Objective: 3. Presents oral reports and/or participates in group presentations Component: Informational Reading/Information Literacy/Study and Test-Taking Objective: 1. Uses effective reading strategies in a variety of informational contexts: -previews and identifies organizational patterns in a variety of selections -determines the main idea and supporting details in a variety of written materials -analyzes and applies information from technical and/or scientific writing -evaluates the accuracy of information in a variety of selections based on the author’s purpose and/or bias, audience, and sources, and recognizes this bias as different from the student’s point of view or bias -recognizes how sexism, cultural bias, and the use of propaganda produce intended effects -recognizes and uses inductive and deductive reasoning, and recognizes fallacies in reasoning -evaluates conflicting information to determine which is more valid -evaluates information presented in a variety of narrative and visual formats such as charts, graphs, tables, and maps Physical Education Team Sports I & II Component: Values Competency: A Objective: 1. Demonstrate a positive attitude toward selected team sports, both as a participant and an observer as a lifetime activity. Miami-Dade County Curriculum Pacing Guide for Language Arts/Reading: This module may be used during any of the four nine-week periods because the skills taught fall into the category of Ongoing Objectives. Teachers may use discretion based on area emphasized in lesson activities. Broward County Curriculum Map for Language Arts (Grade 9) Strand B: Responsible Physical Activity (Grade 9) PE.B.2.4.2 - knows various ways in which conflict can be resolved appropriately in game setting • identifies behaviors that are positive and negative examples of sportsmanship PE.B.2.4.3 - demonstrates responsible behavior while playing sports (e.g., respecting opponents and officials, controlling emotions and accepting victory and defeat). • identifies appropriate problem solving techniques to resolve conflicts when necessary in competitive activities or sports Strand B: Responsible Physical Activity (Grade 10) PE.B.2.4.2 - knows various ways in which conflict can be resolved appropriately in game setting • identifies various ways in which conflict can be resolved in game settings PE.B.2.4.3 - demonstrates responsible behavior while playing sports (e.g., respecting opponents and officials, controlling emotions and accepting victory and defeat). • applies appropriate problem solving techniques to resolve conflicts in competitive activities or sports Strand B: Responsible Physical Activity (Grade 11) PE.B.2.4.2 - knows various ways in which conflict can be resolved appropriately in game setting • listens to all sides before taking action in conflict situations and can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of mediation as a way of resolving conflicts PE.B.2.4.3 - demonstrates responsible behavior while playing sports (e.g., respecting opponents and officials, controlling emotions and accepting victory and defeat). • exhibits appropriate behavior while playing a self officiated game and acknowledges good play from an opponent Strand B: Responsible Physical Activity (Grade 12) PE.B.2.4.2 - knows various ways in which conflict can be resolved appropriately in game setting • teaches conflict mediation skills to a cooperative peer group using game situational role playing PE.B.2.4.3 - demonstrates responsible behavior while playing sports (e.g., respecting opponents and officials, controlling emotions and accepting victory and defeat). • teaches responsible behavior while playing sports to a cooperative peer group using game situational role playing State of Florida-Sunshine State Standards Language Arts Grades 9-12 Reading Standard 1: The student uses the reading process effectively. (LA.A.1.4) 1. selects and uses strategies to understand words and text, and to make and confirm inferences from what is read, including interpreting diagrams, graphs, and statistical illustrations. Standard 2: The student constructs meaning from a wide range of texts. (LA.A.2.4) 1. determines the main idea and identifies relevant details, methods of development, and their effectiveness in a variety of types of written material. 4. locates, gathers, analyzes, and evaluates written information for a variety purposes, including research projects, real world tasks, and self improvement. Writing Standard 1: The student uses writing processes effectively. (LA.B.1.4) 2. drafts and revises writing that: is focused, purposeful, and reflects insight into writing situation; has an organizational pattern that provides for a logical progression of ideas; has effective use of transitional devices that contribute to a sense of completeness; has support that is substantial, specific, relevant, and concrete; demonstrates a commitment to and involvement with a subject; uses creative writing strategies as appropriate to the purposes of the paper; demonstrates a mature command of language with freshness of expression; has varied sentence structure; has few, if any, convention errors in mechanics, usage, punctuation, and spelling. 3. produces final documents that have been edited for: correct spelling; correct punctuation, including commas, colons, and common use of semicolons; correct capitalization; correct sentence formation; correct instances of possessives, subject/verb agreement, instances of noun/pronoun agreement, and the intentional use of fragments for effect; and correct formatting that appeals to readers, including appropriate use of a variety of graphics, tables, charts and illustrations in both standard and innovative formats. Standard 2: The student writes to communicate ideas and information effectively. (LA.B.2.4) 1. writes text, notes, outlines, comments, and observations that demonstrate comprehension and synthesis of content, processes, and experiences from a variety of media. 2. organizes information using appropriate systems. 3. writes fluently for a variety of occasions, audiences, and purposes, making appropriate choices regarding style, tone, level of detail, and organization. Listening, Viewing, and Speaking Standard 1: The student uses listening strategies effectively. (LA.C.1.4) 1. selects and uses appropriate listening strategies according to the intended purpose, such as solving problems, interpreting and evaluating the techniques and intent of a presentation, and taking action in career-related situations. 3. uses effective strategies for informal and formal discussions, including listening actively and reflectively, connecting to and building on the ideas of a previous speaker, and respecting the viewpoints of others. Standard 3: The student uses speaking strategies effectively. (LA.C.3.4) 1. uses volume, stress, pacing, enunciation, eye contact, and gestures that meet the needs of the audience and topic. 2. selects and uses a variety of speaking strategies to clarify meaning and to reflect understanding, interpretation, application, and evaluation of content, processes, or experiences, including asking questions when necessary, making appropriate and meaningful comments, and making insightful observations. 3. uses details, illustrations, analogies, and visual aids to make oral presentations that inform, persuade, or entertain 4. applies oral communication skills to interviews, group presentations, formal presentations, and impromptu situations. 5. develops and sustains a line of argument and provides appropriate support. Language Physical Education Grades 9-12 Responsible Physical Activity Behaviors Standard 2: The student demonstrates responsible personal and social behavior in physical activity. (PE.B.2.4) 2. knows various ways in which conflict can be resolved appropriately in game settings. 3. demonstrates responsible behavior while playing sports (e.g., respecting opponents and officials, controlling emotions, and accepting victory and defeat). National Standards English (National Council of Teachers of English & International Reading Association) 1. Students read a wide range of print and non-print texts to build an understanding of texts, of themselves, and of the cultures of the United States and the world; to acquire new information; to respond to the needs and demands of society and the workplace; and for personal fulfillment. Among these texts are fiction and nonfiction, classic and contemporary works. 4. Students adjust their use of spoken, written, and visual language (e.g., conventions, style, vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes. 5. Students employ a wide range of strategies as they write and use different writing process elements appropriately to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes. 6. Students apply knowledge of language structure, language conventions (e.g., spelling and punctuation), media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss print and non-print texts. Physical Education (National Association for Sport and Physical Education) Standard 5: Exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others in physical activity settings.