ENGLISH
Ms. Anna
General Introduction & Grade 7 Overview
Students will build on the language and skills they acquired in Grade 6 English. Grade 7 English focuses on the study and appreciation of language and literature. Through literature study and independent reading, in class and at home, the aim is to encourage a love of reading and literature.
Language lessons involve reading comprehension and directed writing tasks, regular grammar and vocabulary tasks, and creative writing. Emphasis is placed on the writing process, so that students learn how to plan, draft, redraft, and proofread. Literature lessons, involve studying poetry. Students will read and create a range of text-types such as informative, descriptive, imaginative and entertaining.
Assessment
Students will be assessed on endeavor and attainment. Assessment of attainment is criteria-based. This allows students to more fully understand their strengths and weaknesses, and to work towards achieving their goals in written and oral tasks. Assessment is weighted as follows:
· Homework 30%
· Tests and Quizzes 30%
· Project 40%
