Grammar & Writing I (9-12)
HERO Class Syllabus for 2008-2009
Course Text: Abeka Grammar and Composition II. Available at HERO.
Course Instructor: Lynn Larson
Blog: http://LynnLars.wordpress.com/
Course Description:
The course focuses heavily on developing grammar skills, which are essential for formal and informal written and oral communication. Students will receive clear explanation of traditional grammar, with an in-depth study of the eight parts of speech. Our text is Abeka Grammar and Composition II (even though the course is “Grammar and Writing I”), a traditional grammar and writing work-text that emphasizes the fundamentals of grammar while it develops the student’s ability to think analytically and to write clearly and effectively. The book also includes an extensive section on composition, with units on manuscript form, the writing process, the library, making an outline, the paragraph, summaries, book reports, writing descriptions, and improving writing style. The text offers a section on writing a research paper that students may use for future reference, but we will not be doing a research paper in class. Completion of the course will benefit a student in his or her preparation for the ACT.
*The library unit will require students to visit a public library.on their own time.
Supplies
notebook paper, pencil, red pen for in-class correcting, 3-ring binder or pocket folder to retain completed homework
Grading Information:
Grades are derrived from 10% attendance, 20% attitude and participation, 70% homework assignments. Grades are cumulative for the year.
Attendance: A student who is tardy will lose 1/2 of the attendance credit for that day.
Late work policy: Homework is due when collected in class. Homework that is up to one week late will be docked 10% of the value of the assignment. Homework up to two weeks late will be docked an additional 5% and will only be accepted with a note of explanation from the parent, subject to verification. No assignment will be accepted more that two weeks past the class period in which it was due. Assignments will not be penalized for illness or vacation with a note from a parent.
