Additional English 8
ENGLISH FACULTY
| š Ā Course Type | Support Elective |
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| š§© Ā Units | 1 - 2 |
| ā± Ā Hours per week | 3 |
| āļø Ā Selection | May be selected in place of 1-2 Arts/Technology electives or a second Language.Ā |
| š§ Ā Future Pathways | [Description] |
Additional English is a literacy support program offered in Year 8 for students who wish to consolidate and expand their English skills and become more confident language users. The program is based upon the three strands of the Australian Curriculum. Students will develop their skills and knowledge of spelling, punctuation and functional grammar. They will learn to structure their writing in sentences, paragraphs and extended pieces. Students will develop skills for decoding texts and for expressing their ideas in more depth and detail. They will also study a novel and a film in detail and be encouraged to read widely.
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This program is offered each semester, with the option for students to choose both semesters if they wish. It is taken in addition to core English. Students may choose this course themselves or their teacher may recommend it in consultation with parents. There is a process of negotiation between parents, staff and students regarding the studentās suitability for the class.Ā
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Additional English assists students to become more prepared for and to have greater success in Year 9 English and beyond.Ā
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View the Year 8 Additional English FAQs in video below.
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