ENGLISH 8

Course Description:

The learner demonstrates understanding of African literature as a means of exploring forces that human beings contend with; various reading styles vis – à-vis purposes of reading; prosodic features that serve as carriers of meaning; ways by which information may be organized, related, and delivered orally; and parallel structures and cohesive devices in presenting information.

I. Objectives

At the end of the 1^st quarter, students are able to:

A. compose and deliver an informative speech based on a specific topic of interest;

B. properly and effectively use parallel structures;

C. and cohesive devices;

D. and appropriate prosodic features, stance, and behavior.

II. Course Requirements:

A. Big Task:

1. Two-Minute Speech
2. Reflection Video

B. Mini-Task:

1. Essays
2. Self-Composed Informative Essay
3. Three-Minute Papers

III. Criteria for Evaluation

A. Written Woks ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………. 30%

B. Quarterly Assessment …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………20%

C. Performance Task ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 50%

Total ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………. 100%

IV. References:

Alganes, M. J., & Lebantino, R. (2015). Enriched Teacher’s Guide to Voyagers 8. 839 EDSA, South Triangle, Quezon City. C & E Publishing, Inc.