English 8
This course is designed to continue the development of skills introduced in English Composition 7 - specifically, the students’ confidence in the use of language both oral and written, though many varied reading and writing activities. These activities include extensive practice with the writing process and its supporting elements with a special focus on analysis of concepts/ideas through written expression. Technical concepts – such as word processing, vocabulary, grammar strategies, and language accuracy – are learned through practical application. Opportunities are given to experience and enhance student creativity through the drafting, editing and revising of stories, compositions, and poems. Skills developed will align with the common core standards such as reading independently and critically, and learning to analyze and interpret literature as it relates to writing support. Short fiction and nonfiction reading will be the basis for developing constructive response prompts for attaining writing skills for the PSSA - specifically geared toward the text dependent analysis essay.