5.11D · Edit Conventions

Grade 5 English Language Arts TEKS

Overview

Edit drafts using standard English conventions (sentences, verbs, nouns, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, pronouns, conjunctions, capitalization, punctuation, spelling).

Code

5.11D

Grade

Subject

English Language Arts

TEKS 5.11D bridges prior learning and next steps in English Language Arts, keeping Edit Conventions coherent across the year.

With 5.11D, Grade 5 students practice Edit Conventions in multiple representations and contexts.

FAQ

How can I introduce Edit Conventions to students?

Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 5.11D.

What does standard 5.11D mean in English Language Arts?

Standard 5.11D describes the essential skills and understandings for Edit Conventions in Grade 5. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.

How do I assess understanding of Edit Conventions?

Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 5.11D.

What are common pitfalls when teaching Edit Conventions?

Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 5.11D.