How do you describe the categories for the ELA Screener assessment?

ELA -- English Language Arts		The term "English Language Arts" (ELA) encompasses the comprehensive study and practice of English communication skills. ELA instruction integrates several vital components: reading, writing, and language usage. This multidisciplinary approach is designed to enhance proficiency in English through the exploration of literature, the development of writing skills, and the systematic study of language conventions.
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use -- Word meaning and usage		The assessment of vocabulary focuses on evaluating students' comprehension of word meanings within various contexts. Students are tasked with identifying and interpreting the meanings of words and phrases as they appear in texts. Additionally, they must clarify or ascertain the meanings of unfamiliar words and those with multiple interpretations. This approach ensures students develop a nuanced understanding of language and its practical application in reading.
Reading Foundational Skills -- Essential early reading skills		Foundational reading focuses on crucial early reading skills that are vital for literacy development. These skills encompass phonics, word recognition, and reading fluency. Students are evaluated on their ability to accurately read unfamiliar multisyllabic words in and out of context and to read grade-level texts with comprehension and intent. These foundational reading skills are assessed through grade 5, ensuring a solid basis for future reading proficiency.
Reading Informational Text -- Nonfiction text, consisting of information that is believed to be true		Informational reading focuses on nonfiction texts characterized by their factual content and truthful representations. Students are tasked with analyzing and interpreting these texts to understand their central ideas, discern the authors' points of view, examine the significance of word choice, and recognize how these texts are structured. This form of reading encourages a deeper comprehension of nonfiction materials.
Reading Literature -- Fiction text, consisting of creative writing, not believed to be true.		The Reading Literature assessments are designed to evaluate students' comprehension of fictional texts. Students are required to analyze and interpret various elements of these works, including themes, narrative perspectives, the significance of word choice, and the text's overall structure. This assessment aims to enhance students' appreciation and understanding of literary works.
Conventions of Standard English -- American English grammar		The "Conventions of Standard English" category focuses on assessing grammar skills. Students are evaluated on their ability to utilize various parts of speech and verb tenses correctly. This assessment aims to enhance students' grammatical proficiency in both reading and writing, ensuring a solid foundation in the standard conventions of English language use.
Knowledge of Language -- Understanding of the use of language		The "Knowledge of Language" category evaluates students' proficiency in utilizing words and phrases, as well as their adherence to language conventions during writing and reading. This assessment includes a focus on punctuation usage and the distinction between formal and informal English. The aim is to develop students' ability to effectively and appropriately apply language skills in varied contexts.