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Grade 8Content1Language Arts/ English2Mathematics3Science4IT5Spanish6Visual Arts7Social Studies8PSHE9PE10MusicInternational Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)Since 2009, IA has been proud to be part of a family of over 3500 schools globally that offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The IBDP is a post-16 course, but the knowledge and skills required to become an IBDP student starts from a strong secondary education. The IB Learner Profile aims to develop internationally minded junior scholars, who recognize our common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet from a young age. Teachers strive to plan lessons that incorporate the IB Learner Profile below:InquirersKnowledgeableThinkersCommunicatorsPrincipledOpen-mindedCaringRisk-takersBalancedReflectiveCurriculum PhilosophyAs an international school, with staff and students from all over the world, IA is proud to offer an academic programme that draws on aspects of IBO, European, North American and Caribbean Curriculums. Our aim is to create 21st century students who are able to adapt to any learning or employment institution they choose.Knowledge and SkillsAt IA, we believe knowledge is power! A student feeling knowledgeable is key to building life-long self-esteem and confidence. However, in a 21st century world where knowledge can be just a click away, skills are imperative. At IA, we pride ourselves on teaching our young people how to solve real-life challenges. We encourage our students to analyze and evaluate information from different perspectives and reach objective conclusions.Assessment for LearningAt Secondary level the students are assessed in a number of ways and they require 70% to ‘Pass’. Summative assessment takes place in the form of end of unit or end of term formal exams. Formative assessment happens continually throughout the year in the form of class and homework. Students are accustomed to peer and self-assessment and are sometimes marked for group/team work. This is common practice in work places and can be very powerful tool for self-improvement. Most courses also award marks for organization and there is also an effort grade recorded on the termly report cards.Class TimeAt IA, we aim to plan our lessons backwards! Teachers plan learning activities based on the skills and knowledge the students should have acquired by the end of the class. Students are exposed to a wide variety of kinesthetic, visual and auditory activities. They have regular opportunities to work alone, in pairs and in groups. They are encouraged to present their work to their peers and to be proud of their achievements. HomeworkAt secondary level, students are set several pieces of homework per week. Students are required to record the tasks and their due dates in their planners/agendas and they should be signed by a parent at the weekend and returned to the homeroom teacher on Mondays. The school operates a ‘Zero for late work’ policy although some teachers do allow 1 ‘Get out of Jail Free’ cardSubject EnglishGrade 8Teacher: Jamila TraversEmail: jtravers@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewHolocaust UnitHistorical Context in WWII GermanyNovel Study: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas & The Book ThiefReading Strategies and Literary ElementsSkills:Active reading strategies, noticing patterns in text, explaining the “purpose”, recognizing and using literary elementsTerm 2: Topics and Skills OverviewEssay WritingNovel Study: The Power of OneSkills:Active listening strategies, making inferences/interpreting text, analyzing texts, point of view, presentationEssay Writing: structuring an essay, forming an argument, using text evidence, connecting ideasTerm 3: Topics and Skills OverviewShort story and Poetry Unit- Edgar Allen PoeTell Tale Heart, Cask of Amontillado, The Raven, The Masque of the Red Death and several poemsSkills:Recognizing allegory, approach poetry with confidence, analyzing poetry, creative writing, writing effective conclusions, deciphering difficult text. Assessment CriteriaParticipation 10%Grade work, assignments: 70%Tests/quizzes/exams: 20%Independent and Home LearningNovel studies require students to read at home every day.Student will be given reading strategies practice every day Friday, which will be due every Friday and is solely homework practice.Subject MathematicsGrade 8Teacher: Junior CampbellEmail: jcampbell@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewReview on fractions and non-calculator computationRadios and percentagesReview of rounding to significant figures and decimal placesScientific notation and SI Units: Prefix conversions and conversionsGraphs: Linear functions, basic quadratic functionsReview of algebra: Solving Linear equations, exponent equationsSimultaneous linear equations with graphsTerm 2: Topics and Skills OverviewReview of BEDMAS for more complex calculationsExpanding brackets with distributive law and FOIL and grouping like termsDoing it (2) in reverse with factorizing, to solve quadratic equations (for a=1)Using the formula for hard to factorize quadraticsReview of Pythagoras’ theoremReview of TrigonometryTerm 3: Topics and Skills OverviewPolygons: classification of shapes, interior and exterior angles, properties and deductive geometryGeometry: Constructions, accurate measurement/ drawing of angles and lines.Sets and Venn diagramsStatistics and data representationNumber basesAssessment CriteriaReview tests 40%Homework 25%Pop Quiz 25%Quality of folder/notesAttitude of learning (ATL)Independent and Home LearningStudents are expected to become independent learners through homework and revision. The average homework will be approximately 1 hour per week but this could be increase over revision periods for review tests. Students should use homework as a method of checking their own understanding and should seek help from me if problems are uncovered. Please note that the progress of the topics will vary due to the progression of the group.Homework tasks will set a week in advance and will be based on the estimated topics covered over the week. If any areas are not covered in this time, then these topics will be removed from the mark average. The homework will be issued on paper and copies will be available on Drop Box. Please email if you not get the link. Subject ScienceGrade 8Teacher: Tori RyanEmail: tryan@The primary content for this course includes a continuation from Grade 7 Science Biology, Chemistry and Physics. The curriculum is designed to teach students to be independent problem-solvers with strong study skills and to develop clear communication, global awareness and intercultural sensitivity. The grade 8 program is full of important concepts with many opportunities for students to experience science directly with hands-on activities and experiments. Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewBIOLOGYUnit 1: Wellness: types of health and how to be healthyUnit 2: Healthy Eating: Nutrients, food groups, food guide pyramid and healthy eating projectUnit 3: Digestion: the digestive systemUnit 4: Cardiovascular health: contents of the blood, the heart and heart disease pamphlet informationUnit 5: Reproduction and puberty: puberty, menstrual cycle and the reproductive systemUnit 6: Defense MechanismsTerm 2: Topics and Skills OverviewCHEMISTRYUnit 1: Matter and atomsDrawing atomsPeriodic tableHistory of the atomUnit 2: BondingIonic bondingCovalent bondingUnit 3: Acids and AlkaliTerm 3: Topics and Skills OverviewUnit 1: MeasurementFundamental quantitiesConverting metric to imperial unitsUnit 2: Forces & MotionSpeed, velocity and accelerationNewton’s laws and motionUnit 3: Work and EnergyAssessment CriteriaClass participation 10%Homework, classwork, labs, projects 40%Tests and quizzes 30%End of term exam 20%Student ExpectationsRespectful, cooperative classroom behaviour is essential.Homework completion: Homework will be assigned each week. If work is not completed, the student will receive a ZERO. If there are extenuating circumstances, a parent’s note will be required.Laboratory work: Students will conduct observations, experiment and research throughout the year. Students are expected to complete Lab Reports and to follow the Lab Safety Rules.Term projects: Students will be required to complete a comprehensive project each term focused on topics covered throughout the term.Subject Information TechnologyGrade 8Teacher: Dorlan JamesEmail: dorlanjames@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewFundamentals of hardware and software Binary Number SystemJob related use of applicationsIntermediate stage of productivity toolsTerm 2: Topics and Skills OverviewCreativity Media- Students will be using and learning a variety of applications which is dependent on the project chosen. This can range form video and Audio production, desktop publishing and website design.Term 3: Topics and Skills OverviewDatabase management systemsProblem solving and programmingAssessment CriteriaHomework 30%Assignments/Projects 20%Test 20%Final Exam 30%Independent and Home LearningTo encourage the development of computer related skills for the immediate application to other curricular areas.The course is designed to equip students with problem solving skills, which will be useful in all subjects.Subject SpanishGrade 8Teacher: Randy St. JeanEmail: rsjean@The primary content for this course includes verbs (regular) conjugation in the present tense, knowing the different subjects, using likes and dislikes, understanding how to use; nor,never,neither,none. The curriculum is designed to teach students to be independent problem-solvers with strong study skills and to develop clear communication skills in their daily lives. The grade 8 program, in particular, is full of important concepts with many opportunities for students to experience Spanish with hands-on activities. Topics and Skills OverviewUnit 1: El regreso (The return).Unit 2: Bienvenido a mi colegio (Welcome to my school).Unit 3: Mis studios (My studies)Unit 4: Diviértete fuera de casa! (Fun outside the house)Unit 5: El ritmo de la vida ( Daily living) Unit 6: Hogar, dulce hogar (Home sweet home)Unit 7: Ayudas en casa (House chores)Unit 8: Mi querido pueblo (My town)Unit 9: Pasarlo bien en casa (Enjoying time at home)Unit 10: Al aire libre (Hobbies)Unit 11: Lo que me gusta más (What I like most)Unit 12: De profesión quiero ser (What I want to be)Student ExpectationsRespectful, cooperative classroom behaviour is essentialHomework completion: Homework will be assigned 2/3 times a week. If work is not completed, the student will receive a ZERO. If there are extenuating circumstances, a parent’s note will be required. Students will be tested every other week to see where weaknesses are. These tests are to make sure that students are practicing their grammar and studying the vocabulary words that will be giving on a weekly base. Exams: Exams will be divided into three parts; listening 10%, speaking 10% and writing 40%. Assessment CriteriaClass participation20%Homework, class work 20%Tests and quizzes20%End of term exam40%Independent and Home LearningHomework and daily study are essential in an active learning. The students are responsible for completing this homework on time, whether they are present in class or not. Technical problems are not acceptable excuses for not completing your homework on time.Duolingo is a perfect free app to revise vocabulary and grammar. 15 minutes a day is enough. Subject Visual ArtsGrade 8Teacher: Kate WrightEmail: kwright@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewBiography, evaluation of own art work and targets for the year. Botanical art studies, artist studies Art compositions – displays (class/school) Seasonal ceramics Term 2: Topics and Skills OverviewCollage- Positive Shape, Negative Space Making Coloured Paper- Landscape Collage- paper weaving Making a template Cartooning Graffiti- Group Project Artist- Henri Matisse Term 3: Topics and Skills Overview Cubism Assemblage- Guitar Maquette Drawing from Observation- Bones and shells Water colour and acrylic painting Cave Art- Group Project Artists- Pablo Picasso and Georgia O’Keefe Assessment CriteriaAll studio work marked out of 20 Knowledge and Understanding - 5 marks Behaviour and Attitude to Learning - 5 marks Creativity and Imagination - 5 marks Presentation - 5 marks Research Homework and Reading Comprehension on an artist (one every term – mark 10% of final mark for the term) Independent and Home LearningResearch and RevisionSubject Social StudiesGrade 8Teacher: Kate WrightEmail: kwright@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewHistory – British Empire, Transatlantic Slave Trade, Haitian Revolution and French RevolutionEBC (Ethics, Belief and Culture) – Looking for Meaning , War and Peace, Medical Ethics Social Science – Global Citizenship and Human Rights, Gender Roles, Role of Family and the CommunitySkills: summarising, comprehension, analyzing and evaluating sources, essay writing skills, research skills, collaborative work and presentation skills.Term 2: Topics and Skills OverviewHistory –Industrial Revolution, The Suffragettes EBC ( Ethics, Belief and Culture) – Our World and Environment, Social Science – Morals and Values, Crime and Punishment, Cultures around the worldSkills: summarising, comprehension, analyzing and evaluating sources, essay writing skills, research skills, collaborative work and presentation skillsTerm 3: Topics and Skills OverviewHistory: Kingship and Religion, Peasant LifesEBC (Ethics, Belief and Culture)- Evolution, spirituality, Religion in the Modern WorldSocial Science – Science and Technology, HealthSkills: summarising, comprehension, analyzing and evaluating sources, essay writing skills, research skills, collaborative work and presentation skills. Assessment CriteriaTests 30%Quizzes 20%Projects 25%Homework 15%Classwork/Participation 10%*Late homework will receive a zero for BOTH the homework grade and the classwork gradeIndependent and Home LearningHomework typically consists of reading, researching or written work. This is often supported by class discussion and concept reviews in lessons. Students are heavily encouraged to take an active interest in international news and the world around them. Students can expect the amount of time spent on Social Studies work to increase as tests approach in order to improve retention of new material.Subject PSHEGrade 8Teacher: Tori RyanEmail: tryan@PSHE (personal, social, health and economic) education aims to develop knowledge, skills and attributes in students that will help them prepare them for life and work in a modern world. The course will help students understand the connection between academic, social and emotional wellbeing and provide a platform for discussing a variety of strategies for success. Term 1: Topic and Skills OverviewDigital Citizenship Online safety and digital literacy (including academic honesty.)Students will be able to explain how to safely engage in internet research and the impacts of social media and technology on society. They will also investigate the history of intellectual property and explore the social and legal ramifications of plagiarism. Healthy RelationshipsSelf-esteem, romance, and friendships.Students will explore conflict resolution, how to repair broken friendships, how to set boundaries in relationships, and the importance of empathy. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the emotional and physical realities and responsibilities of relationships. Citizenship Rights and responsibilities in the community.Students will investigate what it means to be part of a community, looking at school-based communities, national and international communities and the rights and responsibilities inherent to belonging.Term 2: Topics and Skills OverviewHealth and Wellbeing Risks of alcohol, tobacco, and other substances/behaviors.Students will be able to explain how peer pressure can lead to risky behaviors and will be able to describe local and international laws regarding alcohol, tobacco and other substances. Students will be able to describe addiction and identify resources available for support. Diversity and Acceptance Diversity, Prejudice and bullying (including cyber bullying) and building tolerance.Students will discuss the difference between moral and legal responsibilities in schools, the workplace, and in their personal lives and discuss resiliency strategies. ?Term 3: Topics and Skills OverviewMental HealthTackling stigma surrounding mental health and ill health. Students will discuss strategies to maintain self-balance, define self-harm, and explore techniques to self and peer heal.Living in the Wider World Planning for our future: budgeting and careers and further education. Students will complete a budgeting project in order to understand financial solvency as well as research options to pursue after graduation.Assessment CriteriaStudents will be assessed based upon their classroom participation in discussion, independent, and group activities. As such, assignments will be weighted based upon rigor. (For example, a short in class warm up may be worth 5 points, whereas a group project spanning a few class periods could be worth 50.) Homework will be limited to make-up assignments or time-extensions. Independent and Home LearningStudents will be given approximately 1 hour of homework each week. This may vary depending on the topic and the time of year (it will increase to allow for focused revision nearer the exam). Students will also be required to have internet access for research and projects!Subject Physical EducationGrade 8Teacher: Mark Mitchell & Junior CampbellEmail: mmitchell@jcampbell@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewTheory- Skeletal System, Muscular System, History of Physical Education, Ancient and Modern Olympic GamesPractical- Football, Basketball, running, Fitness, Handball, Capture the flag, netball, ultimate Frisbee, floor hockey, American footballTerm 2: Topics and Skills OverviewTheory- Principles of training, stages of a training session, components of fitness, benefits of exercise (physical, mental and social)Practical- Cricket, baseball, kickball, longball, rounders, running, fitness, Gymnastics, danceTerm 3: Topics and Skills OverviewTheory- Circulatory System, Respiratory SystemPractical- Volleyball, tennis, Four Square, Sepaktakra, Bocce, Skipping, Running, FitnessAssessment CriteriaAttendance, Punctuality, Uniform 10%Participation (Listening, following directions, effort, sportsmanship)- 30%Term Assignment- 25%Term Exam- 25%Notebook- 10%Independent and Home LearningTerm 1- Modern Olympic GamesTerm 2- Designing a Fitness Training ProgramTerm 3- Fitness Training Program- Group Training SessionSubject MusicGrade 8Teacher: Jocelyn BeldmanEmail: jbeldman@Term 1: Topics and Skills OverviewDevelop and perfect technique on an instrument (marimba and other percussion instruments). Read and perform the following rhythm notation: ,,, and . Read and perform the following notes of the pentatonic scale: mi, so, and la. Compose music. Improvise music within a group. Perform music in a group and in a solo. Analyze and decipher the rhythms and melodic components of simple folk songs. Utilize the voice as an instrument. Term 2: Topics and Skills OverviewContinue to develop and perfect technique on an instrument (marimba and other percussion instruments). Read and perform the following rhythm notation: , , , and. Read and perform all the notes of the pentatonic scale (do, re, mi, so, la and high do). Compose music. Improvise music within a group. Perform music in a group and in a solo. Analyze and decipher the rhythms and melodic components of simple songs. Describe ways in which musical elements are utilized to create music of different genres and styles. Term 3: Topics and Skills OverviewBody: body awareness, use of body parts (e.g., hips, shoulders), body shapes (e.g., angular, stretched, twisted), locomotor movements (e.g., leap, dart), non-locomotor movements (e.g., twist, rock), body bases, symmetry versus asymmetry, geometric versus organic shape, curved versus angular shape, isolation of body parts, weight transfer Space: levels, pathways, directions, positive versus negative space, proximity of dancers to one another, various group formations, use of performance space Time: stillness, rhythm, tempo, pause, freeze, with music, without music, duration, acceleration/ deceleration Energy: quality, inaction versus action, percussion, fluidity (e.g., glide, sink, fall, shiver) Relationship: dancers to objects, opposition, groupings (e.g., large and small groups), meet/part, follow/lead, emotional connections between dancers Assessment CriteriaPerformances: 60%In class participation: 10%Assignments/Homework: 30% ................
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