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 themes and ideas the
text 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. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the
curriculum while creating a sense of community.
Summit English Language Arts 3 provides a well-balanced approach to literacy that connects reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling into one integrated program. Dedicated time for keyboarding practice is also included. The course comprises 14 units, including 2 assessment units. Each unit contains workshops that have one major focus (reading, writing, or word study) for instruction and reinforcement of big ideas. In reading workshops, students read independently both classic and contemporary works in a different genres and formats
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 themes and ideas the
text 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. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the
curriculum while creating a sense of community.
This course continues the development of comprehension and analysis of informational and fictional texts with an
ongoing emphasis on reading strategies. Students express themselves using standard (formal) English in written and
oral presentations. Analyzing and practicing the form and structure of various genres of writing enhances students’
communication skills. Students study a variety of media to understand informational and persuasive techniques, explicit and implied messages, and how visual and auditory cues affect messages. Grammar, usage, and mechanics skills are deepened. Students continue to widen their vocabulary and apply acquisition strategies. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community
This course continues the development of comprehension and analysis of informational and fictional texts with an
ongoing emphasis on reading strategies. Students express themselves using standard (formal) English in written and
oral presentations. Analyzing and practicing the form and structure of various genres of writing enhances students’
communication skills. Students study a variety of media to understand informational and persuasive techniques, explicit and implied messages, and how visual and auditory cues affect messages. Grammar, usage, and mechanics skills are deepened. Students continue to widen their vocabulary and apply acquisition strategies. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community
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