Student Portfolio
for Tracking Student Progress with
English Language Arts
Aligned to the Common Core Standards
Learning Goals & Scales
These portfolio pages were created for use with learning goals and scales,
based on the research and suggestions of Robert J. Marzano, in The Art and
Science of Teaching: A Comprehensive Framework for Effective Instruction.
Learning Goals and scales follow this basic structure;
Scale/Date
Learning Goals
4
The student can demonstrate mastery, apply the standard in an advanced way,
and explain it to others.
“I understand this concept so well that I can apply it to other problems, and
explain it to you in my own words!”
3
The student can demonstrate mastery of this standard.
* “I understand what is going on here and I can show it!” *
2
1
0
The student has some background knowledge in the fundamental concepts of this
standard.
“I am not sure if I understand this completely, but I have enough confidence to try
and figure it out.”
The student has liFle background knowledge in the fundamental concepts of this
standard.
“This looks like something I’ve learned before, but I’m not sure how I can use my
knowledge to do this.”
Even with help, the student did not complete any part of this task.
“This is new to me and I cannot do these problems right now.”
Determining a student’s position on the scale is done when a teacher
decides on the skill or expectation for each level, and assesses the students in
some informal or formal way. Look for the corresponding ELA Posters with
Marzano Scales for examples of what kinds of skills would represent
mastery at each level of a scale. These specific scales were developed using
the progression of content in ELA standards from one grade level to the next.
They also incorporate levels of Bloom’s Depth of Knowledge and Marzano’s
Taxonomy for defining the tasks at each level.
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Student Portfolio
These student portfolio pages were created for students to record and
organize examples of their mastery of the ELA standards aligned to Common Core.
Examples of mastery could include assessments, classroom work, projects, or written work
explaining their learning. These pages are meant to be dividers for student work
portfolios. The pages are divided into clusters and include a simplified learning goal,
reflection sheet, and coloring boxes for scales 1-4.
Portfolio Assembly:
1. Copy divider pages back to back by matching the standards. Color paper is helpful.
Front Side of Divider Page (Colored Scales)
Back Side (Student Reflections)
1. Remove sections labeled “cut out.”
2. Organize assessment pages or student work samples into clusters.
3. Place in a binder using completed dividers to separate each cluster.
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Student Reflections
The purpose of learning goals and scales are to help students become aware of their level
of proficiency and progress as they learn. Student reflections go one step further by asking
students to verbalize their own interpretation of their progress. Students have the chance to
acknowledge their strengths, weaknesses, goals, and any factors that helped or hindered that
progress.
When you begin teaching a new topic, give students a pre-assessment that gives
them an idea of what scale they are beginning on. Let them review their pre-assessment
and then make 1-2 goals per cluster, so they feel that it is realistically accomplishable.
They can color in their starting place and make goals depending on what you have time
for. Keep them in a weekly work folder, or somewhere they can revisit their goals.
After the post-unit assessment, let students review their progress again and reflect
on their goals. They can circle one response; “I...reached my goal!”, “...made progress”,
or “...am still working on this.” Then have students write reflection statements, and
offer reasons for outcomes. See below for some possible leading statements. You’ll get
the best results if the reflections are done in close proximity to when the assessments or
work samples were completed. Their work will be fresh in their minds!
“ I made progress in this goal because...”
“ I made progress in _____ easily because...”
“ This goal was difficult because...”
“ I am still working on understanding this standard because...”
“ I have mastered this standard and my next goal is...”
“I think my greatest strength in this area is...”
“ I think the hardest skill for me to master is/was ______ because...”
“ One area I want to improve in the most is...”
“ This topic was my favorite to learn about because...”
“ I am proud of my work in this standard because...”
“ One thing that would help me to improve in this are is...”
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Credits and Terms
Thank you for trying this out!
This free resource was created specifically for the 5th Grade Common Core
ELA Posters with Learning Goals and Scales. It aligns to the Common Core
Standards and will hopefully be very valuable to you in helping your students
see their growth! If you are interested in similar products
you can find them at...
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For grading tips, and student examples, visit... http://mrslsleveledlearning.com
Marzano, R. J. (2007). The art and science of teaching: a comprehensive framework for
effective instruction. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum
Development.
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and Council of Chief State School
Officers. Common Core State Standards English Language Arts. Washington D.C. © 2010
http://www.corestandards.org
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Reading Literature
Key Ideas and Details
5RL.1.
I can quote accurately from a text when explaining what it says or
making inferences.
5RL.2.
I can summarize and determine the theme of a text from details, including
characters’ actions, words, or how the author presents the story.
5RL.3.
Craft & Structure
5RL.4.
I can determine the meaning of words or phrases in a text, including
figurative language such as similes and metaphors.
5RL.5.
I can explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fits together to
create the structure of a text.
5RL.6.
I can describe how a narrator’s or speaker’s point of view influences
how events are described.
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I can compare and contrast characters, settings, or events in a story
using specific details.
My Own Words
Reading Literature
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Reading Literature
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
5RL.7.
I can analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to
the meaning, tone, or beauty of a text.
5RL.8.
No standard listed for fifth grade.
I can compare and contrast stories in the same genre on
their approaches to similar themes and topics.
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity
5RL.10.
I can proficiently read and comprehend a variety of
literature, at or above grade level.
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5RL.9.
My Own Words
Reading Literature
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Informational Text
Key Ideas and Details
5RI.1.
I can quote accurately from a text when explaining what it says or making inferences.
5RI.2.
I can determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they
are supported by important details. I can summarize a text.
5RI.3.
I can explain the relationships or interactions between two or more
individuals, events, ideas, or concepts in nonfiction text based on specific
information from the text.
5RI.4.
I can determine the meaning of unknown words or phrases in a text
related to 5th grade topics.
5RI.5.
I can compare and contrast the structure, events, or ideas in two
different nonfiction texts.
5RI.6.
I can analyze multiple accounts of the same event or topic, noting
different points of view.
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Craft & Structure
My Own Words
Informational Text
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Informational Text
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
5RI.7.
I can use a variety of information sources to answer questions
and solve problems.
5RI.8.
I can explain how an author uses specific reasons and evidence to
support points in the text.
I can assemble information from several sources to write or
speak about a topic knowledgeably.
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity
5RI.10.
I can proficiently read and comprehend a variety of
informational texts, at or above grade level.
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5RI.9.
My Own Words
Informational Text
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Foundational Skills
Print Concepts
5RF.1.
No standard listed for fifth grade.
Phonological Awareness
5RF.2.
No standard listed for fifth grade.
Phonics & Word
Recognition
5RF.3.
I can accurately sound out unfamiliar words using a variety of
strategies.
5RF.4.
I can read accurately and fluently enough to comprehend gradelevel material.
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Fluency
My Own Words
Foundational Skills
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Writing
Text Types & Purposes
5W.1.
I can write organized opinion pieces by supporting a point of view with reasons and
information.
5W.2.
I can write texts that inform or explain topics clearly and in an organized way.
5W.3.
I can write real or imagined narratives using interesting details, clear event
sequences, and an effective introduction and conclusion.
Production & Distribution
5W.4.
I can write in a clear and organized way that makes sense for the
purpose of the writing, and the specific audience I’m writing to.
5W.5.
I can improve my writing through a process of planning, revising, and
editing; with help when needed.
5W.6.
I can use technology to research, write, and publish a text; with help
when needed.
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My Own Words
Writing
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Writing
Research to Build and Present Knowledge
5W.7.
I can conduct a short research project using several sources, to learn more or
answer questions about a specific topic.
5W.8.
I can gather important information from memory or texts, take notes, organize the
information, and create a list of sources. I can summarize and paraphrase information.
5W.9.
I can draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support or
expand ideas. I can compare and contrast different points, or use
evidence to support different points.
Range of Writing
5W.10.
I can write over long or short time periods for various purposes.
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My Own Words
Writing
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
The Six Traits of Writing
Ideas
I can choose an interesting topic and stay focused on it throughout my written piece.
I can use interesting details and ideas in a way that makes sense to other people.
Organization
I can create an interesting beginning that explains important information to the
reader. I can put my ideas in an order that makes sense. I can create a strong ending
to finish a story or make a point.
Word Choice
I can choose words for my writing that accurately convey the meaning I want. I can
include interesting, unique and descriptive words to help my reader see what I’m
describing.
Voice
I can create written work that sounds like me and my personality. It has
a unique style, tone, or patterns of speech.
Sentence Fluency
I can write smoothly with short and long sentences that sound good and
are easy to read.
Conventions
I can construct sentences and paragraphs correctly using capitals,
spelling, spaces, and punctuation in the right places.
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My Own Words
The Six Traits of Writing
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Speaking and Listening
Comprehension &
Collaboration
5SL.1.
I can participate appropriately in discussions by being prepared, following rules,
responding to others’ comments, and summarizing ideas orally.
5SL.2.
I can summarize sections of a text read aloud or presented in different formats.
5SL.3.
I can identify the reasons and evidence that a speaker provides to support specific
points. I can summarize a speaker’s points.
Presentation of Knowledge
and Ideas
5SL.4.
I can report on a topic, text, or retell a story in an organized way using important
facts, supporting details. I speak clearly and at a good pace.
5SL.5.
I can use audio recordings and visual displays to present important
information in ways that help people understand the information better.
5SL.6.
I can appropriately use formal or informal language in different
situations.
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My Own Words
Speaking and Listening
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
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My Learning Goals and Scales
Language
Conventions
5L.1.
I can use standard English appropriately when writing or speaking.
5L.2.
I can use correct spelling and punctuation when writing.
Knowledge of Language
5L.3.
I can use language in a precise way when writing, speaking, reading, or
listening.
Vocabulary Acquisition
& Use
5L.4.
I can determine the meaning of unknown words and phrases using multiple
strategies.
5L.5.
I can show understanding of figurative language in many forms.
5L.6.
I can learn and appropriately use new vocabulary and phrases.
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My Own Words
Language
Date_________ Goal 1:______________________________________
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I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 2:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Date_________ Goal 3:______________________________________
__________________________________________________________
I … ...reached my goal!
...made progress.
... I’m still working on this.
__________________________________________________________
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