Course Content
A. Sentences and Their Parts
-
A.01. Identify the complete subject or complete predicate of a sentence.
-
A.02. Identify the simple subject or simple predicate of a sentence.
-
A.03. Identify the compound subject or compound predicate of a sentence.
-
A.04. Distinguish between dependent and independent clauses within a sentence.
-
A.05. Determine if a group of words is a complete sentence, a fragment, or a run-on.
-
A.06. Classify sentences as simple, compound, or complex based on their structure.
-
A.07. Construct varied sentences using different clause structures for enhanced writing.
B. Noun Usage
-
B.01. Identify common and proper nouns within a sentence.
-
B.02. Form the plural of nouns, including those with irregular endings (f, fe, o, y).
-
B.03. Apply rules for forming and using plural nouns correctly.
-
B.04. Distinguish between plural nouns, singular possessive nouns, and plural possessive nouns.
-
B.05. Form singular and plural possessive nouns to show ownership.
-
B.06. Identify and correct common errors related to plural and possessive noun usage.
-
B.07. Demonstrate correct usage of nouns in various contexts.
C. Pronoun Function and Agreement
-
C.01. Identify pronouns and their corresponding antecedents in sentences.
-
C.02. Select pronouns that agree in number and gender with their antecedents.
-
C.03. Recognize and revise vague pronoun references for clarity.
-
C.04. Identify all possible antecedents for a given pronoun within a sentence.
-
C.05. Correct inappropriate shifts in pronoun number and person to maintain consistency.
-
C.06. Rewrite sentences to eliminate pronoun ambiguity and enhance clarity.
D. Types of Pronouns
-
D.01. Choose the appropriate subject or object pronoun in a sentence.
-
D.02. Use ‘I’ and ‘me’ correctly in compound subjects and objects.
-
D.03. Use various types of pronouns (personal, reflexive, intensive, relative, possessive) correctly.
-
D.04. Identify relative pronouns and their function in clauses.
-
D.05. Distinguish between reflexive and intensive pronouns.
-
D.06. Use relative pronouns (who, whom, whose, which, that) appropriately.
-
D.07. Construct sentences with different types of pronouns to vary sentence structure.
E. Verb Identification and Usage
-
E.01. Identify main verbs and helping verbs within a sentence.
-
E.02. Differentiate between transitive and intransitive verbs.
-
E.03. Identify linking verbs, predicate adjectives, and predicate nouns.
-
E.04. Interpret the meaning conveyed by modal verbs (e.g., can, should, might).
-
E.05. Select and use modal verbs accurately to express possibility, necessity, or permission.
-
E.06. Demonstrate correct subject-verb agreement in sentences.
-
E.07. Apply correct verb usage in different writing tasks.
F. Verb Tense Mastery
-
F.02. Use simple past, present, and future tenses correctly.
-
F.03. Correct inappropriate shifts in verb tense within a piece of writing.
-
F.04. Form and use the progressive verb tenses (e.g., is running, was running).
-
F.05. Choose between the past tense and past participle forms of verbs correctly.
-
F.06. Form and use the perfect verb tenses (e.g., has run, had run).
-
F.07. Write paragraphs and short stories using appropriate verb tenses to convey time and sequence effectively.
-
F.01. Review and apply irregular past tense verb forms accurately.
G. Adjectives and Adverbs
-
G.01. Identify adjectives and adverbs in sentences.
-
G.02. Use relative adverbs to connect clauses and provide additional information.
-
G.03. Determine the correct order of adjectives when modifying a noun.
-
G.04. Distinguish between adjectives and adverbs.
-
G.05. Use comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs correctly.
-
G.06. Apply correct usage of “good/well, better/worse, best/worst.”
-
G.07. Employ adjectives and adverbs effectively to enhance descriptive writing.
H. Prepositions and Conjunctions
-
H.01. Identify prepositions and prepositional phrases within a sentence.
-
H.02. Recognize the objects of prepositions.
-
H.03. Identify coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
-
H.04. Use coordinating conjunctions to connect words, phrases, and clauses.
-
H.05. Use the correct correlative conjunction pairs (e.g., either/or, neither/nor).
-
H.06. Complete sentences by filling in the missing correlative conjunctions.
-
H.07. Use prepositions and conjunctions to construct complex sentences.
I. Contractions and Punctuation
-
I.01. Form and use pronoun-verb contractions correctly.
-
I.02. Form contractions with “not.”
-
I.03. Use commas correctly in compound and complex sentences.
-
I.04. Apply commas with direct addresses, introductory words, interjections, and interrupters.
-
I.05. Use commas to separate coordinate adjectives.
-
I.06. Use commas with non-restrictive elements (phrases and clauses).
-
I.07. Use dashes to set off parenthetical elements or create emphasis.
J. Capitalisation and Formatting
-
J.01. Correct capitalization errors in sentences and paragraphs.
-
J.02. Apply capitalization rules for titles of books, articles, and other works.
-
J.03. Format titles correctly, including capitalization and punctuation.
-
J.04. Review and apply capitalization and formatting rules comprehensively.
-
J.05. Apply standard English rules for capitalisation in various writing assignments.
K. Vocabulary Acquisition Through Roots and Affixes
-
K.01. Define and identify words with the prefixes pre-, re-, sub-, mis-.
-
K.02. Define and identify words with the prefixes un-, dis-, in-, im-, non-.
-
K.03. Define and identify words with the suffixes -ful, -less, -able, -ible.
-
K.04. Utilize Greek and Latin roots as clues to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words.
-
K.05. Use context clues to determine the meanings of Greek and Latin roots.
-
K.06. Determine the meanings of words containing Greek and Latin roots.
-
K.07. Expand vocabulary through the study of common prefixes, suffixes, and roots.
L. Word Relationships: Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homophones
-
L.01. Select the appropriate synonym for a given word.
-
L.02. Identify synonyms in context.
-
L.03. Select the appropriate antonym for a given word.
-
L.04. Identify antonyms in context.
-
L.05. Use the correct homophone in a sentence.
-
L.06. Select the definition that matches the word’s usage in a sentence.
-
L.07. Select the sentence that matches a given definition of a word.
M. Nuance and Figurative Language
-
M.01. Describe the subtle differences in meaning between related words.
-
M.02. Identify the positive or negative connotations of words.
-
M.03. Identify and interpret analogies.
-
M.04. Analyze complex analogies.
-
M.05. Interpret figures of speech (simile, metaphor, personification).
-
M.06. Classify figures of speech.
-
M.07. Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone in literature.
N. Contextual Vocabulary
-
N.01. Use context clues to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words.
-
N.02. Determine the meaning of words using synonyms and antonyms found in the context.
-
N.03. Use context to identify the meanings of domain-specific words, especially with visual aids.
-
N.04. Develop vocabulary by using contextual clues.
-
N.05. Infer word meanings from context in various types of texts.
O. Reference and Research Skills
-
O.01. Arrange words in alphabetical order.
-
O.02. Use guide words effectively to locate information.
-
O.03. Interpret and utilize dictionary entries.
-
O.04. Select the appropriate dictionary definition for a given context.
-
O.05. Utilize thesaurus entries to find synonyms and antonyms.
-
O.06. Conduct independent research using various reference materials.
P. Reading Comprehension: Main Idea and Theme
-
P.01. Determine the main idea of a passage.
-
P.02. Match quotations with their corresponding themes.
-
P.03. Determine the themes of short stories.
-
P.04. Summarize the main points and themes of a literary work.
Q. Understanding Author’s Purpose, Point of View, and Tone
-
Q.01. Distinguish between formal and informal sentences.
-
Q.02. Compare passages to analyze differences in tone.
-
Q.03. Identify the author’s purpose in writing a text (e.g., to inform, persuade, entertain).
-
Q.04. Determine the author’s point of view in a text.
-
Q.05. Analyze how point of view and tone influence the reader’s understanding of a text.
R. Text Structure and Literary Devices
-
R.01. Compare and contrast information presented in informational texts.
-
R.02. Match causes and effects in informational texts.
-
R.03. Match problems with their solutions as presented in texts.
-
R.04. Identify different text structures (e.g., sequence, description, cause and effect).
-
R.05. Explain the effect of literary devices on the overall impact of a text.
-
R.06. Determine the literary device that will enhance a writing’s impact on the reader.
S. Analysing and Comparing Texts
-
S.01. Analyze short stories to understand character development, plot, and setting.
-
S.02. Read and comprehend informational passages, identifying key details and arguments.
-
S.03. Trace the development of an argument within a text.
-
S.04. Compare two texts from different genres, noting similarities and differences.
-
S.05. Compare illustrations depicting literary and historical subjects.
-
S.06. Critically evaluate literary and informational texts.
T. Writing Strategies: Organization and Argumentation
-
T.01. Order topics from broadest to narrowest to create a logical structure.
-
T.02. Organize information effectively by topic.
-
T.03. Use transitions with conjunctive adverbs to create coherence in writing.
-
T.04. Distinguish between facts and opinions.
-
T.05. Choose relevant evidence to support a claim or argument.
-
T.06. Identify supporting details in literary and informational texts.
-
T.07. Identify counterclaims and rebuttals in argumentative writing.
U. Creative and Revision Techniques
-
U.01. Use personification effectively in writing.
-
U.02. Use the correct form of frequently confused words (e.g., there/their/they’re).
-
U.03. Correct errors involving frequently confused words.
-
U.04. Suggest appropriate revisions to improve clarity and coherence in writing.
-
U.05. Demonstrate creativity and originality in writing tasks.
V. Research Integrity: Avoiding Plagiarism
-
V.01. Identify instances of plagiarism in writing.
-
V.02. Correct plagiarism by properly citing sources.
-
V.03. Understand the ethical implications of plagiarism.
-
V.04. Apply proper citation methods to avoid plagiarism in research papers.
-
V.05. Develop strong paraphrasing and summarizing skills to integrate sources ethically.
