Language Arts 7

Language Arts 7 

Language Arts 7 is designed for native to near-native speakers who have passed Language Arts 6 at ACS, or who have achieved a “native” level of proficiency on their entrance exams. The course is organized into thematic units that explore essential life questions through literature. In the seventh grade, these thematic units are centered on the following broad topics: Learning from Experience, Relationships, Flights of Imagination, and Personal Challenges. The class will also embark on a cross-curricular unit, working with the Social Studies Department, to study the Renaissance.

Students will be exposed to a variety of short stories, essays, plays, novels, and poems throughout the year, and will be expected to respond to these through the lens of a writer and critic. There will be an emphasis on creating organized, independent writers. Students will gain experience in both creative and non-fiction writing, and will participate in the full process of writing: brainstorming, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading final drafts. Grammar will be addressed through the writing process. Key writing assessments will focus on literature analysis, narrative storytelling, argumentative essays, and informational writing. Vocabulary enhancement will focus on using vocabulary in context and on understanding root words, prefixes, and suffixes. Students will also have access to supplemental and online resources for reinforcement and assessment purposes.