Advocate Phase - DLL 12
Learners at DLL 12 apply evidence ethically in civic or institutional decision-making. They synthesize quantitative and qualitative insights, balance competing values, and communicate recommendations transparently. The ethical focus is leadership through accountability—turning conviction into collective good
Standards version 1.0 · Released 1/1/2025
Standards
DLL 12 Standards (10)
| Strand | Code | Standard Statement | Observable Evidence | DOK | Global Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Foundations F | ADV.F.12.1 | Learner explains how policy decisions depend on reliable, unbiased evidence. | Describes how incomplete data can misguide community choices. | 4 | OECD_LC2030 · (Civic Literacy) UNESCO_MIL · (Governance Context) |
Foundations F | ADV.F.12.2 | Learner distinguishes between data-driven and ideology-driven arguments. | Identifies when claims rely on evidence vs. opinion. | 4 | CCSS · RST.11-12.8 ISTE · 1a |
Reading & Interpreting R | ADV.R.12.1 | Learner evaluates multi-source evidence for consistency and credibility. | Cross-checks numbers and citations across reports. | 4 | C3 · D3 (Evaluating Sources) NGSS · SEP Analyzing Data |
Reading & Interpreting R | ADV.R.12.2 | Learner interprets policy dashboards or indices, explaining implications for equity. | Analyzes equity index, describing who benefits or is left out. | 4-5 | ISTE · 3a OECD_LC2030 · (Equity & Sustainability) |
Creating & Communicating C | ADV.C.12.1 | Learner designs policy briefs or multimedia presentations grounded in transparent data. | Produces concise report with charts, sources, and recommendations. | 4-5 | ISTE · 6a UNESCO_MIL · (Policy Communication) |
Creating & Communicating C | ADV.C.12.2 | Learner revises communications after stakeholder feedback to improve fairness or clarity. | Adjusts visual or wording based on peer/community input. | 5 | CASEL · Relationship Skills ISTE · 6b (Iterative Design) |
Critical & Ethical CR | ADV.CR.12.1 | Learner assesses ethical trade-offs in data-informed decisions. | Discusses consequences of prioritizing one outcome over another. | 5 | OECD_LC2030 · (Complex Problem-Solving) UNESCO_MIL · (Ethical Decision) |
Critical & Ethical CR | ADV.CR.12.2 | Learner formulates guidelines for responsible public data use. | Drafts "Data Ethics Policy" for class or school projects. | 5 | CASEL · Responsible Decision UNESCO_SDG · 16.10 |
Leadership & Application L | ADV.L.12.1 | Learner leads community or institutional initiative using ethical data practices. | Coordinates project (e.g., waste audit, survey) ensuring transparency. | 5 | C3 · D4 (Taking Informed Action) CASEL · Collaboration |
Leadership & Application L | ADV.L.12.2 | Learner defends policy recommendations publicly with humility and accountability. | Presents findings, acknowledges uncertainty, invites dialogue. | 5 | ISTE · 7a (Digital Citizenship) UNESCO_SDG · 4.7 |
ADV.F.12.1
Foundations · F
Learner explains how policy decisions depend on reliable, unbiased evidence.
Evidence
Describes how incomplete data can misguide community choices.
Global Links
ADV.F.12.2
Foundations · F
Learner distinguishes between data-driven and ideology-driven arguments.
Evidence
Identifies when claims rely on evidence vs. opinion.
Global Links
ADV.R.12.1
Reading & Interpreting · R
Learner evaluates multi-source evidence for consistency and credibility.
Evidence
Cross-checks numbers and citations across reports.
Global Links
ADV.R.12.2
Reading & Interpreting · R
Learner interprets policy dashboards or indices, explaining implications for equity.
Evidence
Analyzes equity index, describing who benefits or is left out.
Global Links
ADV.C.12.1
Creating & Communicating · C
Learner designs policy briefs or multimedia presentations grounded in transparent data.
Evidence
Produces concise report with charts, sources, and recommendations.
Global Links
ADV.C.12.2
Creating & Communicating · C
Learner revises communications after stakeholder feedback to improve fairness or clarity.
Evidence
Adjusts visual or wording based on peer/community input.
Global Links
ADV.CR.12.1
Critical & Ethical · CR
Learner assesses ethical trade-offs in data-informed decisions.
Evidence
Discusses consequences of prioritizing one outcome over another.
Global Links
ADV.CR.12.2
Critical & Ethical · CR
Learner formulates guidelines for responsible public data use.
Evidence
Drafts "Data Ethics Policy" for class or school projects.
Global Links
ADV.L.12.1
Leadership & Application · L
Learner leads community or institutional initiative using ethical data practices.
Evidence
Coordinates project (e.g., waste audit, survey) ensuring transparency.
Global Links
ADV.L.12.2
Leadership & Application · L
Learner defends policy recommendations publicly with humility and accountability.
Evidence
Presents findings, acknowledges uncertainty, invites dialogue.
Global Links
Level Summary
At DLL 12, learners become ethical advocates of consequence—capable of shaping collective decisions through transparent, evidence-based reasoning. They understand that every public statement carries both analytical and moral weight.