Sigonella Middle/High School

Vision Prepare successful life-long learners, leaders, and global citizens

Course Teacher

Language Arts 8 Roger Corey

LAE201-001

Contact Information DSN: 624-3264 Email: roger.corey@eu.dodea.edu Course Description: The emphasis in English 8 is on writing, analysis of literature, and grammar. Vocabulary development, language usage, and correct grammatical usage will be stressed. The development of discussion and presentation skills will focus on analysis, interpretation, and evaluation. Students will read and respond to a variety of literary selections. Students will write in a variety of styles such as autobiographical, problem/solution, informational, evaluation, and persuasive essays. The course will also provide for a maximum interchange of ideas among students. Course Goals: Upon successful completion of English 8, students will be able to: Analyze and understand various literary genres. Write formal compositions in a variety of formats. Develop and employ vocabulary skills appropriate to the level of reading and writing encountered. Create and share original examples of some of the literary genres explored. Employ consistently the conventions of standard written English. Make and critique formal and informal oral presentations. Materials: Students will use The Language of Literature, Elements of Writing, and other selected readings. Expectations: Students are expected to arrive in class on time and prepared, participate in classroom discussions, turn assignments in on time, and be respectful of the instructor and other students. Written assignments must be typed in 12 pt font, double-spaced, on one side of the page only. All work should be turned in on time. Late Work Policy: Late work will receive half credit within the first week. Work that is more than one week late will receive no credit. Evaluative Techniques: Traditional evaluation tools will be employed in the course, to include quizzes, tests, journal work, written assignments, projects, presentations, and participation. Grades will be based on the following percentages of work done in class. 20% Spelling Tests 35% Written Assignments

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Vision Prepare successful life-long learners, leaders, and global citizens 20% Writing journal 15% Participation 10% Quizzes Students are responsible for all work covered in class. It is the responsibility of the student to make up all work when absent. DoDDS Grading Scale DoDEA Grading Scale: 90-100 = A 80.89 = B 70.79 = C 60-69 = D 59 or below = F

Supplies Needed: Each student will need the following: 1. Lined white writing paper 2. Pens (blue or black ink) 3. A spiral notebook or something similar for journal writing 4. Access to a computer for printing out written assignments Classroom Rules and Expectations All Student Handbook Policies will be in effect in the classroom. Students should: *Be in their seats when the bell rings *Follow directions the first time given *Come prepared to learn and do what the teacher asks immediately *Bring books, notebooks, pens and pencils to class daily *Turn in homework on the day requested *Not eat or chew gum in class *Not drink anything except water *Respect each other

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Vision Prepare successful life-long learners, leaders, and global citizens Consequences *Warning *Detention *Call sponsor and detention *Refer to administration Standards: E1 Reading: Reading is a process that includes demonstrating comprehension and showing evidence of a warranted and responsible interpretation of the text. E2 Writing: Writing is a process through which a writer shapes language to communicate effectively. E3 Speaking: Listening, and Viewing: Speaking, listening, and viewing are fundamental processes which people use to express, explore, and learn about ideas. The functions of speaking, listening, and viewing include gathering and sharing information; persuading others,; expressing and understanding ideas; coordinating activities with other, and selection and critically analyzing messages. E4 Conventions: Grammar and Usage of the English Language: Having control of the conventions and grammar of the English language means having the ability to represent oneself appropriately with regard to current standards of correctness (ex. spelling, punctuation, paragraphing, capitalization, subject-verb agreement) conventions and grammar in both written and spoken formats. E5 Literature: Literature consists of poetry, fiction, non-fiction, and essays as distinguished from instructional, expository and journalistic writing. Contact Information: Please call me at the above number or email if you have any questions. Thank you.