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Research Simulation Task Practice (PARCC/NJSLA)
In this ELA lesson plan, students will practice with grade appropriate nonfiction pieces to determine what the prompt is asking and create a thesis statement. This is great practice for NJSLA or PARCC!
3rd - 11th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.10
+55
Research Simulation Writing Task RACER Strategy Framework/Template
Students are asked to write a Research Simulation Writing Task on PARCC, LEAP, other Standardized Tests and Benchmarks. I have created a RACER Strategy framework/manual template for my students to help them organize, include rhetorical appeals (Ethos, Logos, Pathos) and all the information the prompt is asking. The students will be able to include a Thesis statement along with their claim in the introduction, in the body this framework will help with including the author's claim, rhetorical a
7th - 9th
ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Writing-Essays
CCSS
CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.8
+1
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Writing Tutorial For a Research Simulation Task (PARCC ALIGNED)
If your middle school students are anything like mine, then they probably try to start essays from scratch without a strong thought process and plan. Their final products generally leave much to be desired. So, I took that knowledge to develop a plan for my students.
The document available for purchase will provide guidance on how to structure an outline prior to writing a Research Simulation Task on the PARCC. For the resources, students will explore three informational texts of different for
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Writing, Writing-Essays
PARCC Literary Analysis Task & Research Simulation Task Rubric
Kid friendly Literary Analysis & Research Simulation Task Rubric. Used for students to score their own writing task, partners and to create goals.
4th - 5th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts
Research Simulation Task Checklist
This checklist breaks down what should be included in a basic Research Simulation Task essay by each paragraph. You can have students use this independently while writing their own essays or you can have students use these to peer edit. These can also be used during writing conferences when focusing on specific elements or paragraphs with students.
4th - 6th
English Language Arts
CCSS
W.4.4
, W.4.5
, W.5.4
+7
Passport Writing Center Social Studies Connection and Research Simulation Task
Have your students been researching places around the world? This writing center activity encourages students to make a passport. Inside the passport students make a travel brochure capturing their research. Students use this writing center to extend their learning about main idea and supporting details, in regards to the Ancient City of Machu Picchu. Thank you for your purchase! Follow me on twitter and Leading for Literacy Blog for literacy ideas and coaching tips. Premium subscribers receiv
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Social Studies, Writing-Expository
A Night in an Ice Hotel: A Research Simulation Task
Would your students spend the night in an ice hotel? This research simulation task will allow your students to learn about the Hotel de Glace and decide whether or not it is the ideal vacation spot.
5th - 8th
Close Reading, Informational Text
Shylock and Anti-Semitism Research Simulation Task
In this Research Simulation Task, students use two website sources and their understanding of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice to decide whether or not Shylock's character was representative of Shakespeare's time period.
8th - 11th
Literature, Reading, Writing-Expository
CCSS
CCRA.W.1
, CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.4
+1
Of Mice and Men Research Simulation Task
This is a mini RST (Research Simulation Task) dealing with background information on The Great Depression in anticipation to reading Of Mice and Men
9th - 12th
English Language Arts
Free Nondisjunction Disorders Research - Student Worksheets
This Free resource includes a blank table with 7 nondisjunction disorders (2 pages) and students have to research, using their textbook and the Internet, about the main symptoms and chromosome number. This product includes:a blank table with 7 nondisjunction disorders (2 pages)example provided about Down SyndromeYou might also like:Nondisjunction Karyotyping ActivityStages of MeiosisThe Cell Cycle and MitosisDomino Review about:PhotosynthesisStructures of the BrainThe Nervous systemHuman Deve
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Biology, General Science, Science
Annotated Bibliography and Discussion Task (Criminology Focus)
This resource is a self-directed research task in which students will seek out information online about a specific Criminology topic. The resource will guide students in how to create: An Annotated BibliographyFive Open Ended Discussion QuestionsThis resource serves as a great accompaniment to the Criminology slide decks and notes found in my store. However, you could replace the topics with something from another class to suit your needs. This resource also includes a template for students to w
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Civics, Criminal Justice - Law
Paramedic & EMT Special Topics - Train the Trainer Task
This self-directed task allows students to research, synthesize, and present accurate information on advanced paramedic and EMT topics that extend beyond the core curriculum. This Emergency Medical Services (EMS) resource supports emergency medical education by introducing core EMS concepts and patient care skills. Students work to create an 8.5” x 11” infographic that communicates their topic in a clear, engaging, and peer-teachable manner. For a higher-level project, students also design a
9th - 12th
Health, Other (Science)
Also included in: First Responders Full Course: First Aid, EMS & Firefighting
Paramedic & EMT Special Operations Research Task
Paramedic & EMT Special Operations Research Task This resource focuses on Paramedic and EMT Special Operations Units and introduces students to the specialized roles within advanced emergency medical services. Students complete a self-directed research task where they investigate a variety of EMS special operation teams and summarize their findings using structured charts. They will also complete a short reflection to consolidate their learning. Special Operations Units Included Search and Res
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Health, Other (Science)
Also included in: First Responders Full Course: First Aid, EMS & Firefighting
Stock Research Assignment
Note: Use this before doing the Stock Market Simulation I have on TPT.
In this assignment, students are tasked with researching companies and finding out information about them that will influence their later buying decisions in the Stock Market Portfolio Simulation Unit.
This allows you to introduce concepts such as P/E Ratios and Dividend Yield, to get them thinking about the value of a company and about what types of investments to look for. I like to encourage them to diversify across
12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Economics
Engineering Design Challenge: Building Creek and Cherokee Homes
Allow students to explore engineering as they research about Creek and Cherokee homes, and choose one type of home to design and build. Students then get to test the strength and stability of their home against various types of weather. This powerpoint includes narration within the notes to give additional lesson planning tips for each component of the engineering design process. A rubric is also included which measures students' knowledge regarding the Creek and Cherokee Native Americans, use o
1st - 5th
Engineering, Native Americans, Social Studies
Test Smash Writing
This is a writing test smash; the prompt is based off of a Research Simulation Task for the PARCC. The material may be differentiated by levels by using the NewsELA website where the sources are. It is simply just a print and go type of resource! What is easier than that?!
Day 1
Students will break apart the prompt, watch a video and take notes, decide what their body paragraphs will be about and much more.
Day 2
The students will identify the essential elements that belong in an introductio
3rd - 10th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Writing-Essays
Student Friendly Writing Rubric Grades 4–5 (LAT/RST)
A rubric for students to use to evaluate their own writing on the Literary Analysis Task and the Research Simulation Task. Based on Grades 4-5 Rubric
4th - 6th
English Language Arts
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WKSH: Write an Open Letter [CCSS.ELA.W.9] (EDITABLE)
Directions: Write an Open LetterStandard: [CCSS.ELA.W.9] Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. Task: Write an open letter about a topic important to you that you would like to see real change happen. Your audience is depending on you to provide more than first reaction opinions; they desire informed opinions. Read About Open Letters: https://www.npr.org/2012/03/22/148979521/an-open-letter-about-open-lettersRead an Historical Open Le
7th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS
W.9-10.1
, W.9-10.1a
, W.9-10.1b
+36
Also included in: Unit: Letters for Mythology and Folklore/Creative Writing (EDITABLE)
PARCC Writing Prompts
Help your students prepare for the PARCC or NM-MSSA tests! This product includes writing prompt stems students might see on their assessments. Prepare your students for: Literary Analysis TasksResearch Simulation TasksNarrative Writing TasksYou can use these writing prompt stems with any reading passage.
4th - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.4.2
, RL.4.3
+89
PARCC / NJSLA Essays Digital Interactive Checklists
This is a very basic Google Slide presentation that students can use as interactive checklists when writing PARCC Essays in preparation for the test.
The checklists will work with the Research Simulation Task and the Literary Analysis Task. It is completely editable, so feel free to change it up!
Included in this product:
- Checklists students can interactively mark off as they write each sentence and paragraph for their essay.
- Sample evidence and elaboration stems students can use in their
5th - 8th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays
Also included in: English Language Arts Test / PARCC / NJSLA Prep BUNDLE: Grades 4-9
Paramedic & EMT History of Paramedicine Worksheet
This resource explores the history and evolution of the paramedic and EMT profession, guiding students through key historical periods that shaped modern emergency medical services. Students complete a self-directed research task where they investigate how paramedicine developed over time and how it operates today within their local district or region. Time Periods Covered Ancient World and early emergency care (to 1700s)World Wars and battlefield medicineVietnam War and modern EMS development1
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Health, Other (Science)
Also included in: First Responders Full Course: First Aid, EMS & Firefighting
French Revolution Group Chat
What if the key figures of the French Revolution had a group chat?This engaging and highly interactive activity transforms one of history's most complex periods into an authentic historical thinking task. Students analyse historical perspectives by creating and interpreting realistic text message conversations between major individuals involved in the French Revolution.Rather than simply recalling facts, students must consider each historical figure's beliefs, motivations, relationships and resp
10th - 12th
European History
PARCC / NJSLA Writing Prompts: Basic Format
This is one page document that outlines the basic format of how to set up the paragraphs for all of the writing tasks for the PARCC.
If you like this, I have a MUCH more detailed resource geared towards the Research Simulation and Literary Analysis Tasks.
Check out more PARCC prep in my store!
Test Prep: Digital Escape/Breakout Rooms English Language Arts
PARCC Narrative Writing Task: Digital Interactive Notebook and Sample Stories
Literary Analysis Essay Digital Interactive Notebook: PAR
4th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Writing
Also included in: English Language Arts Test / PARCC / NJSLA Prep BUNDLE: Grades 4-9
PARCC Prep Graphic Organizers --RST and LAT Included
PARCC Graphic Organizers -- Performance Based Assessments
If your students are like mine, then they had a difficult time consolidating their ideas and thoughts before the essay portion of the PARCC.
I created this template to help my students practice for the upcoming test!
The Performance Based Assessment on the PARCC assessment includes a literary analysis section for grades 3-12 as well as research simulation task. These templates, or graphic organizers, help students gather evidence fro
3rd - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Writing
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