English Language Arts 20 (2026)

(a)	Integrate evidence from a range of credible and reliable sources (e.g., peer-reviewed research, teachings from Elders or Knowledge Keepers shared with permission and appropriate protocol*, verified statistics) that align with the purpose, genre and audience of the composition.
(b)	Introduce evidence with framing language that clarifies its relevance: “According to…” “As shared in the interview with…” “This demonstrates that…” “The author suggests...” “The situation shows...” “The actions of the character demonstrate...”.
(c)	Analyze the function of each piece of evidence by explaining how it strengthens reasoning, anticipates counterarguments, deepens the central message, theme or argument, or influences audience interpretation.
(d)	Apply a range of evidence integration strategies (e.g., embedding, summarizing, paraphrasing, quoting with a colon or signal phrase) to preserve originality and avoid over-reliance on source material.
(e)	Apply different strategies for tracking and attributing sources (e.g., primary, secondary, print, scholarly, AI) depending on context: In academic or research-based compositions, use appropriate citation styles (e.g., MLA for literary analysis, APA for informational texts). In informal, creative or oral compositions, attribute ideas through oral acknowledgments, captions, credits or notes in accompanying materials.
(f)	Revise compositions to maintain clarity and accuracy when integrating evidence, ensuring evidence is connected to claims and explained in relation to purpose.
(g)	Distinguish between types of evidence (e.g., anecdotal, literary, empirical, statistical, testimonial) and apply each intentionally to strengthen reasoning and influence audience interpretation.

*Appropriate protocol is relational and varies by community, Nation, context and individual.

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