English College Academic Readiness, otherwise known as E.C.A.R., is a curriculum designated to prepare 8th grade advanced students for English and Literature courses at the college level. Students will learn various formats of an essay, such as MLA, and study skills needed to navigate difficult texts. SAT prep, such as vocabulary strategies, will be the main curriculum.
AGENDA:
WEEK 1 (Aug. 24 – Aug. 28)
Monday – Course Syllabus/Rules
Tuesday – Influences, Big Idea
Wednesday – Kaplan Depth & Complexity
Thursday – Kaplan Depth & Complexity
Friday – Learning Styles Quiz & Journal