English

Year 8 English

Subject Length: 2 semesters

Subject Fee: $6.75 fee (Cost subject to change)

English is a compulsory subject in Year 8. Students will complete a range of reading & viewing, writing and speaking & listening activities to further their communication and literacy capabilities. 

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Persuasive Writing

• Poetry

• Novel Study

• The Hero’s Journey (Creative Writing)

• Film Study

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Text response 

• Persuasive writing

• Creative writing

• Oral presentations

• Group work