Literature and Writing Course Overview

Questions and Answers

How soon must a student request to make up missed work after returning to school?

Before the next class

Within five days

Within three days (correct)

Within one day

Which behavior is NOT expected from students in the classroom?

Participating actively

Arriving on time

Being a passive learner (correct)

Being respectful

What is the first step when a student fails to meet classroom expectations?

Office Discipline Referral

Teacher/student meeting

Teacher/parent conversation

Verbal warning (correct)

What is the consequence for a student found guilty of plagiarism?

Option to redo the assignment with a grade drop Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the bathroom policy?

Students are never denied the right to access the restroom. Signup and view all the answers

What may happen after a teacher meets with a student about classroom behavioral issues?

A teacher/parent conversation may follow. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the first couple of weeks of school activities?

To build community and collaboration among students Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of writing covered in the course?

Descriptive Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the final grade do summative assessments contribute to?

80% Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Concepts

Focus on key skills: Reading Literature, Reading Informational Text, Writing (Expository, Narrative, Argumentative), Speaking & Listening, Language, and Vocabulary.
Each unit covers diverse texts, writing tasks, and concludes with a benchmark test over a 7-week period.

Unit Breakdown

Unit 1: Generations
Unit 2: Starry Home
Unit 3: Turning Points
Unit 4: People and The Planet
Unit 5: Facing Adversity

Community Building Activities

Early activities to foster community include an About Me One-Pager, table partner interviews, and interactive games.
Designed to enhance collaboration and prepare students for the rigorous curriculum.

Resources

Textbook: MyPerspectives (Digital via SAVVAS EasyBridge).
Supplemental Novels: Include classics like The Giver, The Outsiders, and Hatchet, among others.
Movies: Potential viewings include The Giver, A Christmas Carol, and Big Hero 6, chosen for their relevance to the curriculum.

Grading Policy

Quarters 1-3:
- Summative Assessments: 80% (tests/quizzes assessing mastery, 90% of final grade).
- Formative Assessments: 20% (classwork/projects informing progress).
Quarter 4:
- Similar weightings with 10% allocated for TCAP.

Homework Policy

Currently no assigned homework; students complete any unfinished work at home.
Late work can be made up within three days of return to school.

Bathroom Policy

Students have unrestricted access to restroom facilities, but may not leave during direct instruction to minimize disruption.

General Expectations

Respect peers, teacher, and materials.
Active participation and preparedness are required.
Disruptive behavior is to be minimized.

Consequences for Behavioral Issues

Step 1: Verbal warning.
Step 2: Teacher/student meeting (documentation begins).
Step 3: Teacher/parent discussion (documentation continues).
Step 4: Office Discipline Referral (ODR), severity may alter step progression.

Plagiarism Policy

Defined as academic fraud; offenders may redo assignments with a grade penalty or opt for a zero.
Parental involvement required in decision-making for consequences.

Description

Explore the key concepts of literature and writing skills in this course overview quiz. Topics include reading literature, informational texts, and various writing styles such as expository, narrative, and argumentative. Additionally, enhance your speaking, listening, and vocabulary skills across diverse modules.