Landl Course Description 2013-2014

English MYP Language and Literature
Grade 6
I. In Language and Literature, students will read and analyze a variety of literature to seek information, ideas, and enjoyment. Students will read both fiction and nonfiction; short stories, poetry, essays, and novels; and view movies that will encourage them to think about who they are, to become more aware of the world around them, and consider what their role is and will be in that world. Students will develop good study skills, learn to organize their space and time, and work on active reading and listening skills. A variety of learning strategies will be taught that can be applied to gaining knowledge in all subject areas. Students will also look at ways to develop and best utilize their learning strengths. Students will have numerous opportunities to express their creativity through individual projects, Socratic circles, group projects, and journal responses to literature. Students will express and substantiate their thoughts and opinions in various forms of writing. The fundamental concepts of the MYP include holistic learning, intercultural awareness, and communication. These concepts are developed throughout the various MYP units taught in Language and Literature. The Learner Profile is an important component of Language and Literature. Students are encouraged to use the learner profile attributes when discussing the characters in the novels and short stories they read. They are also are encouraged to reflect on these attributes within themselves. II. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: AIMS: To encourage and enable the students to use the language as a vehicle for thought, creativity, reflection, learning, and selfexpression comprehend more clearly aspects of their own culture and those of other cultures by exploring the interdependence of human beings through a variety of works develop the skills involved in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing a variety of contexts read widely to promote a lifelong interest in language and literature Empathize with real people and fictional characters as and when appropriate OBJECTIVES: At the end of the course, students should be able to use language to narrate, describe, analyze, explain, argue, persuade, inform, entertain, and express feelings compare texts and connect themes to show similarities or differences across genres distinguish the main ideas in a text from the secondary ideas use correct grammar with appropriate and varied sentence structure III. Approaches to Learning In the beginning of the year, students explore ways they can become successful learners. Students will work on essential middle school skills (how to find, open, and organize their locker; how to manage their schedule; how to read and take notes from their various textbooks; etc.). Time will be spent learning MYP vocabulary.
The MYP program is driven by thought-provoking questions such Who am I? Where do I fit in? These questions address concerns facing most middle school students. With the help of the school counselor, writing assignments, short stories, and novels, students will be encouraged to look at how other young people face life problems and then consider ways that they themselves can better handle the challenges facing them in middle school. The reading of Peak and Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World, will challenge students to consider how characters are affected by the communities they live in, how peoples actions affect the lives of others, and how environments play a role in character development. Students will read other novels including a community read and a novel that relates to what will be studied in Western World. IV. Texts and Resources: Prentice Hall Literature Prentice Hall Writing and Grammar Peak by Roland Smith Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World: The Extraordinary True Story of Shackleton and the Endurance by Jennifer Armstrong Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan Videos V. Methodology: Classes will be taught through lecture, small group and whole group discussions, and Socratic circles. VI. Methods of assessment: The two methods of assessment used are formative and summative. Formative Assessments include: quizzes, class discussions, textbook exercises, and group work. Summative assessments include: individual and group projects, Socratic circle reflections, essays, oral presentations, and tests. VII. Grading policy including the use of MYP criteria: Each semester is divided into three phases. The grade for each phase is based on percentage of points earned. The grade for each marking phase will be calculated by percentage of points earned. Letter grades will then be assigned as follows: 100 90= A 80 89 = B 70 79 = C 60 69 = D below 60 = F The grading points will be earned using the various forms of assessment mentioned above. Students will be assessed utilizing the three MYP Language and Literature Criterion: A. Content B. Organization C. Style and Language Mechanics.

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