In this course, students will explore the theme Understanding Diverse Cultures through Literature by reading short stories from around the world and works by authors of varied backgrounds. Learners will examine figurative language, distinguish between topics and themes, and use textual evidence to support claims in analytical writing. The course also emphasizes vocabulary and grammar development to strengthen communication and deepen cultural understanding. This is the first course in a two-part Eighth-Grade English series. This course also encompasses Common Core State Standards (CCSS).This course uses Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes (KSA) model to give students the opportunity to develop both real-world 21st Century Skills and Social and Emotional Learning Soft Skills to develop college and career readiness.
- Knowledge: Eighth-Grade English, Part 1
- Skill: Communication—Deliver Presentations
- Attribute: Respect
What You’ll Learn
- Fluent Composition: Practice crafting natural, confident writing in various forms.
- Reading & Research: Read a course novel plus 15 hours of nonfiction texts to analyze voice, structure, and ideas.
- Foundation Skills: Build vocabulary, grammar, and reading strategies to support lifelong communication growth.
- Credit Hours: 0.5
Course Features
- Lecture 0
- Quiz 0
- Duration Lifetime access
- Skill level Intermediate
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 15 Sections
- 0 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Module 1: Eighth-Grade English, Part 1 Course Introduction0 Items
- Module 2: Making Inferences0 Items
- Module 3: Point of View0 Items
- Module 4: Figurative Language and Imagery0 Items
- Module 5: The Importance of Setting0 Items
- Module 6: Character Development in Fiction0 Items
- Module 7: Character Development in Memoir0 Items
- Module 8: Developing a Narrative0 Items
- Module 9: Writing a Narrative0 Items
- Module 10: Research for Book of Choice0 Items
- Module 11: Writing from Research for Your Book of Choice0 Items
- Module 12: Book of Choice, Part 10 Items
- Module 13: Book of Choice, Part 20 Items
- Module 14: Book of Choice, Part 30 Items
- Module 15: Book of Choice, Part 40 Items
