Learning Targets are statements of intended learning based on the [National Common Core Standards](https://www.thecorestandards.org/ELA-Literacy/). Students should review the learning targets and refer to them throughout the school year. By the end of the semester, students should achieve mastery of each target below. NOTE: Each target will link to a general rubric—I may need to update those rubrics, and these learning target descriptions for that matter, if and when the district updates them, but for a general guide, these should suffice: > **T1 = [Communication Target](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LW7dUKM6UrD7mZJq9tVY0s5EevcxamKi0rwE__ctCys/edit?usp=share_link):** Students can effectively communicate for a variety of purposes to a variety of audiences. (writing, speaking, digital media) > **T2 = [Reading Target](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MT9YzY3mqa9CKfXF9rYw57TO6t31xndVwQJpL1jKzNU/edit?usp=share_link):** Students can comprehend and evaluate both fiction and nonfiction texts. > **T3 = [Language Target](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n1-lMTPvZkffuL0XC7WUcYa00gicGqnyx3rF1_LXP5U/edit?usp=share_link):** Students can use a wide variety of words effectively, including general vocabulary and specific literary terms, and adhere to the standard rules of English grammar when communicating. > **T4 = [Research & Inquiry Target](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oOqnItlFfqp3LUk5eHKvyg5kjHloN-h1N1Lusj4ogA4/edit?usp=share_link):** Students can conduct research for a variety of purposes (evaluating sources for validity and appropriateness), and provide accurate citations.