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Basic English 11
TITLE
Basic English 11
TEXTBOOKS(S)
Basic English Composition, Bonnie L. Walker, AGS Publishing, 2001
Hatchet, Gary Paulsen
DESCRIPTION
Continued remediation in the areas of written expression, spelling, vocabulary,
and reading skills. Assignments are based on daily lessons. Placement in this
course is evaluated by the resource staff or recommendation by the regular
classroom teacher and approval of instructor.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. The student will be able to name the parts of a word (prefix, root/base word
and suffix) and explain the location of each.
2. The student will organize a multi-paragraph with a minimum of seven sentences
to include a topic sentence and a minimum of six supporting sentences utilizing
correct grammar usage, and apply error monitoring strategies for proofreading.
3. The student will summarize in writing a current newspaper article and a short
magazine article utilizing the inverted triangle.
5. The student will use paraphrasing in reading to improve comprehension.
6. The student will learn the purpose of resumes and develop a resume.
7. The student will explore skills required in various careers by developing and
sending out questionnaires to people in the world of work.
8. The student will develop a team concept in working together to complete
projects.
WRITING ACTIVITIES
1. The student will write business letters.
2. The student will practice writing associated with career exploration.
3. The student will receive assistance in writing activities from other classes
on an individual basis.
MULTICULTURE ACTIVITIES
1. The student will read and discuss short stories and essays presented in Scope
and Voice magazines.
