Standard 3: Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of our democratic society.
Skills Indicator	Benchmark (to be met by Third Grade)
3.1.1 Conclude an inquiry-based research process by sharing new understandings and reflecting on the learning.	* Present facts and simple answers to questions. * Use simple rubrics to assess work. * Reflect at the end of an inquiry experience about new ideas to wonder about and investigate.
3.1.2 Participate and collaborate as members of a social and intellectual network of learners.	* Participate in discussions and listen well. * Show respect for the ideas of others. * Give positive feedback. * Respect rules and procedures as responsible library users. * Share favorite literature, both fiction and nonfiction.
3.1.3 Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively.	* Choose and maintain focus in a piece of writing. * Add details from personal experience and research to support ideas. *Present information and main ideas in a variety of ways.
3.1.4 Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can view, use, and assess.	*Begin to use technology to meet information needs.
3.1.5 Connect learning to community issues.	* Express personal connections to the topic or question.
3.1.6 Use information and technology ethically and responsibly.	* Rephrase rather than copy whole sentences. * Cite sources by author, title, or web site. * Follow school guidelines related to use of technology.