8th Grade English Language Arts
This class is a 14 week course. This course covers all the state standards for 7th grade English course. It is unique because it uses reading material as well as, videos to help your child understand the 7th grade English curriculum.
What's included
14 pre-recorded lessons
14 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
2-4 hours per week. includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8
Intermediate - Advanced Level
This course is an 8th grade English course. In this course you will find lessons on: Pronouns, Adverbs and Infinitives, Spelling Basics, Punctuation and Capitalization, Sentences: Types and Parts, Revising Writing, Reading Strategies Overview, Reading Comprehension and Response, Reading and interpreting Visuals, Literary Elements and Devices just to name a few. These lessons are self guided and self paced. They are taught by using reading material as well as, videos to explain different concepts and ideas. The learner is able to message the teacher if they happen to have any questions concerning the lessons. After every topic the student will have a short quiz to take the quiz can be taken as many times as they want. The student is also given a practice exam after every lesson. This practice exam can also be retaken as well.
Learning Goals
The Learning Goal for this course is for students to familiarize themselves with 8th Grade English Language Arts Fundamental topics.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS)14 Lessons
over 14 WeeksLesson 1:
Pronouns, Adverbs and Infinitives
This lesson consists of 7 lessons and a chapter exam. The lessons are covered using reading material along with videos and a quiz at the end of each lesson. At the end of chapter/lesson you will have a practice exam to review what you learned. Lesson 2:
Spelling Basics
This lesson consists of 4 lessons and a chapter exam. The lessons are covered using reading material along with videos and a quiz at the end of each lesson. At the end of chapter/lesson you will have a practice exam to review what you learned. Lesson 3:
Punctuation and Capitalization
This lesson consists of 8 lessons and a chapter exam. The lessons are covered using reading material along with videos and a quiz at the end of each lesson. At the end of chapter/lesson you will have a practice exam to review what you learned. Lesson 4:
Sentences: Types and Parts
This lesson consists of 4 lessons and a chapter exam. The lessons are covered using reading material along with videos and a quiz at the end of each lesson. At the end of chapter/lesson you will have a practice exam to review what you learned. Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have over 20 years of teaching experience in grades K-College level. I have taught grades K-6 every subject including Bible and Art and grades 6-College English Language Arts. I have was an intervention specialist for grades K-2, 6-8. I have taught ESOL for many years as well. I have a Masters Degree in Education along with 80 credits above my Masters degree. I come with extensive experience in education and look forward to being your child's teacher. Reviews
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Ages: 11-14
