The 7th grade reading language arts (RLA) course is an integrated approach to the study of English, incorporating reading and writing skills. Vocabulary enrichment, word attack skills, prefixes, suffixes, and etymology, as well as word usage, grammar and editing practice are studied in a process writing / response-based reading approach. The writing instruction and assignments allows students to apply their integrated knowledge in a variety of guided experiences. Opportunities to publish their work in a variety of ways give students the chance to vary their audience and point of view. Reading comprehension and analysis are developed through reading response, novel and poetry projects, and short story study. The use of technology is incorporated throughout the year. Students will be given instruction incorporating the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills in Language Arts and Reading.(7th grade TEKS )
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Weekly Assignment:
The weekly assignment will be generally over vocabulary and/or grammar, revising and editing concepts. The weekly assignment will be assigned on Monday and due on Friday. This gives students the opportunity of the length of the week to complete the assignment. This assignment is usually not given the first week of school or weeks where the student has to take a STAAR test.
Tests:
Students will be given tests and quizzes throughout the grading period. They will be given notice and will usually have a review sheet/notes before a test/quiz. Students will also be assigned lengthy written assignments that will be a test grade.
RLA Notebooks:
Students will keep an RLA notebook in class. This will help them keep most of their materials (journal, note, and assignments) in one spot while also working on organization skills.