French I Course Description
French I employs a multi-media approach to the learning of a foreign
language. Video, audio and computer work is done along with the learning of
French dialogues in order to enhance the student's understanding of the
French language. Along with the language, the culture and history, geography
and everyday events of France and its territories will be discussed and
learned.
French II Course Description
The multi-media approach continues in French II. More topics for dialogues
are added along with the continuation of culture, history geography and
events of France and its territories. Pronounciation, reading , and speaking
with a better command of comprehension is stressed. The use of internet
research will be incorporated into this course.
French III Course Description
French III continues with the multi-media approach with the expansion of the
four basic skills of language learning along with additional grammar. It
explores the language, written and spoken, along with the cultural aspects
of
France. Added to this is the study of French Impressionism and "The Little
Prince" by Antoine de St. Exupery. Internet research will be incorporated
into the course.
French IV Course Description
A multi-media approach to the learning of the language continues. Enhanced
vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and complex sentence structures will be
stressed in French IV. Speaking, reading and listening comprehension skills
will be the focus of class participation. The various verb tenses will
continue along with sentence structure and communication skills. An
introduction to French Literature, research and various authors will be
explored. Also, the influence of historic events and its impact on French
culture and world events will be presented.
Writing/Communication (Grade 8 )
Writing and Communication ids designed to develop writing, speaking, and
listening skills. The academic standards for writing, speaking and listening
define the skills and strategies employed by effective writers. Because of
the unique nature of writing, classroom instruction will focus on the modes
of writing, public speaking, grammar usage and conventions and essential
writing skills.
Writing/Communication Syllabus
Marking Period I
An Introduction to Writing
The three parts of an essay
The three modes of writing : Informational, Persuasive,Narrative
Pennsylvania State Writing Rubric
PSSA Scoring
Viewing Sample Essays
Grammar Usage and Conventions
The Informational Essay
Model Sample Essays
Students will write informational pieces and will be graded according to the
PSSA Writing Rubric
Marking Period 2
The Persuasive Essay
Model sample Essays
Students will write persuasive pieces and will be graded according to the
PSSA State Writing Rubric
Marking Period 3
The The Narrative Essay
Model Sample Essays
Students will write narrative pieces and will be grade4d according to the
PSSA Writing Rubric
PSSA Writing Test
Marking Period 4
Public Speaking
The elements of communication
Listening Skills
Speaking : Vocal Messages
Verbal and nonverbal messages
Purposes and types of public speaking
Choosing topics
Researching and Organizing Speeches
Delivery and evaluation
The Informational Speech
The Persuasive Speech
Writing Seminar (Grade 10)
PSSA Writing Preparation for 11th. Grade PSSA Writing Test
Prompts: Informational Persuasive Narrative
Grammar and Composition
Essay Development
Sentence Structure
