8th Grade Language Arts Online
Throughout this course, students engage in literary analysis and close reading of short stories, poetry, drama, novels, and informational texts. The course focuses on interpretation of literary works, analysis of informational texts, and the development of oral and written communication skills in standard (formal) English. Students read "between the lines" to interpret literature and go beyond the text to discover how the culture in which a work of literature was created contributes to the theme and ideas it conveys. Analysis of the structure and elements of informational texts and media helps students develop the skills needed for academic success and navigating the world. Students continue to acquire knowledge and skills in grammar, usage, mechanics, and vocabulary. Setting goals, self-monitoring progress, and reflecting on successes and challenges help students become metacognitive learners. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community.
SEMESTER 1
Unit 1: Life Stories
Unit 2: Voices and Viewpoints
Unit 3: Farewell to Manzanar
Unit 4: Telling Tales
Unit 5: Just the Facts
SEMESTER 2
Unit 1: The Power of Poetry
Unit 2: Persistence and Persuasion
Unit 3: Dive Deep into Literature
Unit 4: Enduring Truths
Unit 5: Explorations and Explanations