| Students in grade seven use their knowledge of word origins and word relationships, as well as historical and literary context clues, to determine the meaning of specialized vocabulary and to understand the precise meaning of grade-level-appropriate words. Students read and understand grade-level-appropriate material. They describe and connect the essential ideas, arguments, and perspectives of the text. Students read and respond to historically or culturally significant works of literature that reflect and enhance their studies of history and social science. Students write clear, coherent, and focused essays. The writing exhibits students' awareness of the audience and purpose. Essays contain formal introductions, supporting evidence, and conclusions. Students progress through the stages of the writing process as needed. Students write narrative, expository, persuasive, and descriptive texts of at least 500 to 700 words in each genre. Students write and speak with a command of standard English conventions appropriate to the grade level. Deliver focused, coherent presentations that convey ideas clearly and relate to the background and interests of the audience. Students deliver well-organized formal presentations employing traditional rhetorical strategies
In other words, the primary components of this class are:
Vocabulary
Grammar
Reading comprehension
Essay writing
Informal and formal presentations | |
