Curriculum

Book reference:ENGLISH-OXFORD PROGRESSIVE BOOK 8 BY RACHEL REDFORD

Curriculum

• Literature Analysis: Students delve deeper into various literary genres such as novels, short stories, poetry, and drama. They analyze themes, characters, settings, and literary devices to develop a deeper understanding of literature.
• Writing Skills: Emphasis is placed on improving writing skills, including narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive writing. Students learn to structure their writing effectively, use appropriate vocabulary, and develop their voice as writers.
• Grammar and Language Usage: Students continue to refine their understanding of grammar rules and language conventions. They learn advanced grammar concepts such as complex sentence structures, punctuation rules, and effective word choice.
• Vocabulary Development: Vocabulary expansion remains a key focus, with students learning new words through reading, context clues, and direct instruction. They also learn strategies for understanding and using academic and domain-specific vocabulary.
• Speaking and Listening: Students engage in various speaking and listening activities to develop effective communication skills. These activities may include presentations, discussions, debates, and listening to and analyzing spoken texts.
• Research and Critical Thinking: Students learn research skills such as conducting inquiries, evaluating sources, and synthesizing information from multiple texts. They also develop critical thinking skills by analyzing and interpreting information, drawing conclusions, and forming opinions based on evidence.
• Literary and Cultural Studies: Students explore literary and cultural texts from different time periods and cultural backgrounds. They learn to appreciate and understand the historical, social, and cultural contexts in which these texts were produced.