ELA 4 Summit 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 is made up of 12 units. Each unit contains workshops that center on one major focus (reading, writing, or word study) for instruction and reinforcement of big ideas. In reading workshops, students read independently in a variety of genres and formats—fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and magazines—before exploring each text through various activities. In writing workshops, students analyze model writing samples and then work through the writing process to develop original compositions of their own. They learn about grammar, usage, and mechanics and apply those skills as they revise and proofread their work. In word study workshops, students grow their vocabulary by learning the meanings of groups of conceptually related words. Students also learn to focus on spelling patterns that are necessary to be fluent, proficient readers, writers, and spellers.
In this course, students receive structured lessons on readiness skills through emphasis on phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting to help develop comprehension, build vocabulary, and promote a lifelong interest in reading.
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
This course equips students with the essential language arts skills needed throughout their academic careers.
Students read and analyze a variety of informational and fictional texts. Instruction and reading strategies
accompany reading selections to help engage students in the text and sharpen their comprehension. Students
express their ideas and knowledge using standard (formal) English in written and oral assignments. Writing expressive, analytical, and procedural compositions helps students develop communication skills necessary in today’s world.
Vocabulary is taught explicitly and through an array of vocabulary acquisition strategies that give students the tools
to independently increase their vocabulary. Students study grammar, usage, and mechanics; and practice sentence
analysis, sentence structure, and proper punctuation. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community.
This course equips students with the essential language arts skills needed throughout their academic careers.
Students read and analyze a variety of informational and fictional texts. Instruction and reading strategies
accompany reading selections to help engage students in the text and sharpen their comprehension. Students
express their ideas and knowledge using standard (formal) English in written and oral assignments. Writing expressive, analytical, and procedural compositions helps students develop communication skills necessary in today’s world.
Vocabulary is taught explicitly and through an array of vocabulary acquisition strategies that give students the tools
to independently increase their vocabulary. Students study grammar, usage, and mechanics; and practice sentence
analysis, sentence structure, and proper punctuation. The course includes discussion activities that engage students in the curriculum while creating a sense of community.
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ELA 4 Summit 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 is made up of 12 units. Each unit contains workshops that center on one major focus (reading, writing, or word study) for instruction and reinforcement of big ideas. In reading workshops, students read independently in a variety of genres and formats—fiction, poetry, drama, nonfiction, and magazines—before exploring each text through various activities. In writing workshops, students analyze model writing samples and then work through the writing process to develop original compositions of their own. They learn about grammar, usage, and mechanics and apply those skills as they revise and proofread their work. In word study workshops, students grow their vocabulary by learning the meanings of groups of conceptually related words. Students also learn to focus on spelling patterns that are necessary to be fluent, proficient readers, writers, and spellers.