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Writing, Speaking and Listening, 1.1. Learning to Read Independently 1.1.8. GRADE 8 A. Locate appropriate texts (literature, information, documents) for an assigned purpose before reading. TE: Vol. 1: 61-62, 66, 67-68, 72 B. Identify and use common organizational structures and graphic features to comprehend information. TE: Vol. 2: 13, 16, 26, 28, 38, 41, 43, 46, 47, 61-62, 63, 82-83, 88-89, 94-95, 97-98, 103-104, 105, 200-201 Pages: 61-65, 69-73 Math: 27-29, 30, 31-33, 34-35, 41, 42, 43 Science: 22-24, 25-26, 27-29, 30-31, 32-34, 35-36, 46, 47, 48 Social Studies: 22-24, 25-26, 27-29, 30-31, 32-34, 35-36 C. Use knowledge of root words as well as context clues and glossaries to understand specialized vocabulary in the content areas during reading. Use these words accurately in speaking and writing. D. Identify basic facts and ideas in text using specific strategies (e.g., recall genre characteristics, set a purpose for reading, generate essential questions as aids to comprehension and clarify understanding through rereading and discussion). TE: Vol. 2: 20-21, 162-163, 218-219 Math: 8-10, 12 Science: 8-10 Social Studies: 8-10 TE: Vol. 1: 5, 11, 17, 61-62, 66, 67-68, 72, 73-74, 79-80, 82-83, 88-89, 94-95, 97-98, 103-104, 109-111 Pages: 29-33, 37-41 Math: 15-16, 17-19, 20-21 Science: 15-16, 17-19, 20-21 Social Studies: 15-16, 17-19, 20-21 E. Expand a reading vocabulary by identifying and correctly using idioms and words with literal and figurative meanings. Use a dictionary or related reference. TE: Vol. 2: 106-107 1
Writing, Speaking and Listening, F. Understand the meaning of and apply key vocabulary across the various subject areas. TE: Vol. 1: 14-15, 29-30, 70-71, 100-101, 156-157 Vol. 2: 20-21, 50-51, 58-59, 106-107, 132-133 Pages: 11-12, 19-20, 27-28, 35-36, 43-44, 51-52, 59-60, 67-68, 75-76, 83-84, 91-92, 99-100, 107-108, 115-116 Math: 8-10 Science: 8-10, 35-36 Social Studies: 8-10, 35-36 G. Demonstrate after reading understanding and interpretation of both fiction and nonfiction text, including public documents. Make, and support with evidence, assertions about texts. Compare and contrast texts using themes, settings, characters and ideas. Make extensions to related ideas, topics or information. Describe the context of a document. Analyze the positions, arguments and evidence in public documents. TE: Vol. 1: 11, 17, 26, 47, 53, 82, 88, 97-98, 102, 109-110 Vol. 2: 5, 17, 23, 41-42, 46 Pages: 13-17, 37-41, 69-73, 77-81, 85-89, 117-121 Math: 19, 29, 30, 33, 35, 39 Science: 14, 16, 24, 26, 34, 36 Social Studies: 16, 24, 29, 31, 36, 41 AMP Library Books/Online Library Nature s Fury High-Tech Crime Fighters Out of Control Ancient Lives Unveiled Making Movies Terrific Teams Medical Miracles 2
Writing, Speaking and Listening, H. Demonstrate fluency and comprehension in reading. Read familiar materials aloud with accuracy. Self-correct mistakes. Use appropriate rhythm, flow, meter and pronunciation. Read a variety of genres and types of text. Demonstrate comprehension (Standard 1.1.8.G.). TE: Vol. 1: 12, 37, 42, 68, 95, 137, 154, 164 Vol. 2: 18, 27, 62, 90, 136, 167, 214, 222 Pages: 18, 26, 34, 42, 50, 58, 66, 74, 82, 90, 98, 106, 114, 122 Math: 11 Science: 11 Social Studies: 11 AMP Library Books/Online Library Nature s Fury High-Tech Crime Fighters Out of Control Ancient Lives Unveiled Making Movies Terrific Teams Medical Miracles 1.2. Reading Critically in All Content Areas 1.2.8. GRADE 8 A. Read and understand essential content of informational texts and documents in all academic areas. Differentiate fact from opinion utilizing resources that go beyond traditional text (e.g., newspapers, magazines and periodicals) to electronic media. Distinguish between essential and nonessential information across texts and going beyond texts to a variety of media; identify bias and propaganda where present. Draw inferences based on a variety of information sources. Evaluate text organization and content to determine the author s purpose and effectiveness according to the author s theses, accuracy and thoroughness. TE: Vol. 1: 26, 47, 61, 79, 117 Vol. 2: 5, 11, 17, 23, 26, 32, 38, 41, 47, 53, 117, 123, 129, 135-136, 138, 144, 150, 153, 159, 165 Pages: 61-65, 69-73, 101-105 Math: 15-16, 30, 34-35 Science: 15-16, 30-31, 35-36, 40-41 Social Studies: 15-16, 30-31, 35-36, 40-41 3
Writing, Speaking and Listening, B. Use and understand a variety of media and evaluate the quality of material produced. Compare and analyze how different media offer a unique perspective on the information presented. Analyze the techniques of particular media messages and their effect on a targeted audience. Use, design and develop a media project that expands understanding (e.g., authors and works from a particular historical period). C. Produce work in at least one literary genre that follows the conventions of the genre. The opportunity to introduce this objective is available. TE: Vol. 1: 5, 26, 61, 67, 79, 109, 117 Vol. 2: 5, 38, 47, 117, 153 TE: Vol. 2: 226-230 AMP Library Books/Online Library Nature s Fury High-Tech Crime Fighters Out of Control Ancient Lives Unveiled Making Movies Terrific Teams Medical Miracles 1.3. Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 1.3.8. GRADE 8 A. Read and understand works of literature. TE: Vol. 2: 150-151 B. Analyze the use of literary elements by an author including characterization, setting, plot, theme, point of view, tone and style. C. Analyze the effect of various literary devices. Sound techniques (e.g., rhyme, rhythm, meter, alliteration). Figurative language (e.g., personification, simile, metaphor, hyperbole, allusion). TE: Vol. 1: 1D, 57D, 113D Vol. 2: 1D, 11-12, 57D, 113D, 169D TE: Vol. 2: 106-107 4
Writing, Speaking and Listening, D. Identify poetic forms (e.g., ballad, sonnet, couplet). E. Analyze drama to determine the reasons for a character s actions taking into account the situation and basic motivation of the character. F. Read and respond to nonfiction and fiction including poetry and drama. This objective falls outside the scope of AGS GLOBE AMP Reading System, Level 3. TE: Vol. 2: 11-12, 150-151 TE: Vol. 1: 7, 43, 66, 90, 122, 143 Vol. 2: 10, 28, 49, 63, 87, 128, 152, 184, 211 AMP Library Books/Online Library Nature s Fury High-Tech Crime Fighters Out of Control Ancient Lives Unveiled Making Movies Terrific Teams Medical Miracles 1.4. Types of Writing 1.4.8. GRADE 8 A. Write short stories, poems and plays. Apply varying organizational methods. Use relevant illustrations. Utilize dialogue. Apply literary conflict. Include literary elements (Standard 1.3.8.B.). Use literary devices (Standard 1.3.8.C.). This objective falls outside the scope of AGS GLOBE AMP Reading System, Level 3. B. Write multi-paragraph informational pieces (e.g., letters, descriptions, reports, instructions, essays, articles, interviews). Include cause and effect. Develop a problem and solution when appropriate to the topic. Use relevant graphics (e.g., maps, charts, graphs, tables, illustrations, photographs). Use primary and secondary sources. TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168F, 226-230 5
Writing, Speaking and Listening, C. Write persuasive pieces. Include a clearly stated position or opinion. Include convincing, elaborated and properly cited evidence. Develop reader interest. Anticipate and counter reader concerns and arguments. D. Maintain a written record of activities, course work, experience, honors and interests. TE: Vol. 2: 226-230 The opportunity to introduce this objective is available. TE: Vol. 2: 112C, 226 1.5. Quality of Writing 1.5.8. GRADE 8 A. Write with a sharp, distinct focus. Identify topic, task and audience. Establish a single point of view. TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168F, 226-230 B. Write using well-developed content appropriate for the topic. Gather, determine validity and reliability of and organize information. Employ the most effective format for purpose and audience. Write paragraphs that have details and information specific to the topic and relevant to the focus. C. Write with controlled and/or subtle organization. Sustain a logical order within sentences and between paragraphs using meaningful transitions. Establish topic and purpose in the introduction. Reiterate the topic and purpose in the conclusion. TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168F, 226-230 TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168F, 226-230 6
Writing, Speaking and Listening, D. Write with an understanding of the stylistic aspects of composition. Use different types and lengths of sentences. Use tone and voice through the use of precise language. E. Revise writing after rethinking logic of organization and rechecking central idea, content, paragraph development, level of detail, style, tone and word choice. F. Edit writing using the conventions of language. Spell common, frequently used words correctly. Use capital letters correctly. Punctuate correctly (periods, exclamation points, question marks, commas, quotation marks, apostrophes, colons, semicolons, parentheses). Use nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions and interjections properly. Use complete sentences (simple, compound, complex, declarative, interrogative, exclamatory and imperative). G. Present and/or defend written work for publication when appropriate. TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168F, 226-230 TE: Vol. 2: 228-230 TE: Vol. 2: 112E-112G, 168E-168F, 228-230 TE: Vol. 2: 112E, 228-229 1.6. Speaking and Listening 1.6.8. GRADE 8 A. Listen to others. Ask probing questions. Analyze information, ideas and opinions to determine relevancy. Take notes when needed. TE: Vol. 1: 45, 52, 86, 92, 107, 115, 121, 127, 133, 142, 148, 157 Vol. 2: 3, 21, 30, 36, 45, 59, 62, 68, 71, 77, 86, 92, 98, 104, 127, 133, 213 Math: 12, 14, 19, 24, 33 Science: 14, 18, 19, 29, 39 Social Studies: 14, 19, 29, 39, 44 7
Writing, Speaking and Listening, B. Listen to selections of literature (fiction and/or nonfiction). Relate them to previous knowledge. Predict content/events. Summarize events and identify the significant points. Identify and define new words and concepts. Analyze the selections. C. Speak using skills appropriate to formal speech situations. Use complete sentences. Pronounce words correctly. Adjust volume to purpose and audience. Adjust pace to convey meaning. Add stress (emphasis) and inflection to enhance meaning. D. Contribute to discussions. Ask relevant, probing questions. Respond with relevant information, ideas or reasons in support of opinions expressed. Listen to and acknowledge the contributions of others. Adjust tone and involvement to encourage equitable participation. Clarify, illustrate or expand on a response when asked. Present support for opinions. Paraphrase and summarize, when prompted. TE: Vol. 1: 5-6, 11-12, 17-18, 23-24, 26-27, 32-33, 38-39, 41-42, 47-48, 53-54, 117-118, 123-124, 129-130, 135-136, 138-139, 144-145, 150-151, 153-154, 159-160 Vol. 2: 123-124, 165-166, 215-216 AMP Online Library/AMP Library Audio CDs Nature s Fury High-Tech Crime Fighters Out of Control Ancient Lives Unveiled Making Movies Terrific Teams Medical Miracles TE: Vol.1: 6, 18, 33, 54, 74, 89, 118, 151 Vol. 2: 6, 33, 54, 62, 68, 80, 98, 110, 145, 154, 160, 192, 201 TE: Vol. 1: 45, 52, 86, 92, 98, 107, 115, 118, 121, 127 Vol. 2: 21, 30, 36, 45, 59, 62, 68, 71, 77, 86, 92, 98, 101, 127, 133, 142, 148, 183, 187, 213 Math: 12, 14, 19, 24, 33 Science: 14, 18, 19, 29, 39 Social Studies: 14, 19, 29, 39, 44 8
Writing, Speaking and Listening, E. Participate in small and large group discussions and presentations. Initiate everyday conversation. Select a topic and present an oral reading. Conduct interviews as part of the research process. Organize and participate in informal debates. F. Use media for learning purposes. Describe how the media provides information that is sometimes accurate, sometimes biased based on a point of view or by the opinion or beliefs of the presenter. Analyze the role of advertising in the media. Create a multimedia (e.g., film, music, computer-graphic) presentation for display or transmission. TE: Vol. 1: 15, 30, 45, 52, 86, 92, 98, 107, 115, 118, 121, 127, 133, 142, 148, 157 Vol. 2: 3, 9, 21, 30, 36, 45, 59, 62, 68, 71, 77, 86, 92, 98, 101, 104, 127, 133, 148, 183, 213 Math: 12, 19, 24, 27, 29 Science: 18, 19, 24, 29, 44 Social Studies: 14, 19, 24, 29, 34 The opportunity to introduce this objective is available. TE: Vol. 1: 5, 26, 61, 67, 79, 109, 117 Vol. 2: 5, 38, 47, 117, 153, 179 1.7. Characteristics and Functions of the English Language 1.7.8. GRADE 8 A. Describe the origins and meanings of common, learned and foreign words used frequently in English language (e.g., carte blanche, faux pas). TE: Vol. 1: 35-36 Vol. 2: 8-9, 176-177 B. Analyze the role and place of standard American English in speech, writing and literature. C. Identify new words that have been added to the English language over time. This objective falls outside the scope of AGS GLOBE AMP Reading System, Level 3. TE: Vol. 1: 35-36 Vol. 2: 8-9, 176-177 9
Writing, Speaking and Listening, 1.8. Research 1.8.8. GRADE 8 A. Select and refine a topic for research. B. Locate information using appropriate sources and strategies. Determine valid resources for researching the topic, including primary and secondary sources. Evaluate the importance and quality of the sources. Select essential sources (e.g., dictionaries, encyclopedias, other reference materials, interviews, observations, computer databases). Use tables of contents, indices, key words, cross-references and appendices. Use traditional and electronic search tools. C. Organize, summarize and present the main ideas from research. Identify the steps necessary to carry out a research project. Take relevant notes from sources. Develop a thesis statement based on research. Give precise, formal credit for others ideas, images or information using a standard method of documentation. Use formatting techniques to create an understandable presentation for a designated audience. Students are encouraged to become experts on the subjects covered in the AMP Library Books. The students are asked to keep a list of topics they would like to know more about. At the end of a unit, they have the opportunity to choose a topic to research and report on with a partner. See the following page citation for student opportunities to research and report on their chosen topics. TE: Vol. 2: 112C-112G, 168C-168D, 168E-168F, 226-230 10