Course Syllabus
Welcome
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Course Description
Our Grade 6 English Language Arts course supports you as a reader, writer, thinker, speaker, and listener. This course takes an integrated approach to language arts; giving you opportunities and skills to analyze poetry, memoir, essay, narrative, newspaper writing, and visuals. Our Grade 6 English Language Arts course asks you to consider why your voice matters and how you can use your stories and passions to make a positive difference in the world. Throughout the course, you will make connections between literature, course themes, and your own lived experiences. You will write creative and expository works, practice research skills, and think critically about text, ideas, and a variety of issues.
Required Materials
Some readings in the course are available from CommonLit.org. Materials not on CommonLit do not require a code since access is provided via various direct links on Canvas. The chart below serves as a comprehensive list of these readings, but also as a convenient quick reference for you throughout the course:
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SIXTH GRADE - BOOKS AND READINGS- SEMESTER 1 |
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LESSON |
TITLE |
SOURCE |
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1 |
"I, Too" by Langston Hughes |
IN CANVAS |
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1 |
Acrostic Poems and List Poems |
IN CANVAS |
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BOOK: The Little Prince (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry) |
PURCHASE/TRANSLATION CHOICES- Howard (ISBN-13: 978-0156012195) Woods (ISBN-13: 978-0152465032) |
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7 |
"Choosing Courage Over Fear" by Jill Clingan |
IN CANVAS |
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7 |
"Walking Each Other Home" by Marilyn Toalson |
IN CANVAS |
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7 |
"Language Learning in Kiev, Ukraine" by Brian Stuhlman |
IN CANVAS |
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7 |
"Clumsy Adventures" by Stephanie Walter |
IN CANVAS |
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8 |
"The Golden Chain of the Yoruba" |
IN CANVAS |
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8 |
"The Cosmic Egg of the Chinese" |
IN CANVAS |
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8 |
"Encouraging Women in STEM" by Clarissa Curry |
IN CANVAS |
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10 |
Sample Audio Story by Greg Soden |
IN CANVAS |
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10 |
"Two Brothers and their Grandmother" by Seneca |
IN CANVAS |
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10 |
"Follow the Drinking Gourd" |
IN CANVAS |
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10 |
"The One You Feed" |
IN CANVAS |
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10 |
A Cobra in the Garden |
IN CANVAS |
Technical Requirements
The most up-to-date requirements can be found here:
- Computer Requirements
- Browser Requirements
- Proctoring Requirements
- Microphone (external or internal)
- Webcam
Additional requirements for the course are below:
- audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)
Accessibility
If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.
Exams
Midterm Exam
The Midterm Exam is over Lessons 1-5. Your exam is 30 questions (1 point each) and you will choose the one best answer.
There is also a writing assignment worth 45 points that will be explained to you in the appropriate module.
Final Exam
The Final Exam is over Lessons 6-10. Your exam is 30 questions, 1 point each; Choose the one best answer.
There is also a writing assignment and video (45 points each) that will be explained to you in the appropriate module.
Note: Before taking the exams, complete the study guide, located in the course modules.
The midterm and final exams are not proctored, however, you are expected to follow these guidelines:
- Do not use online material, course material, or other notes to take the exam.
- Do not navigate away from the exam page during the exam.
- Complete the exam in one sitting.
- You do not need any extra materials to complete this exam.
Grades
Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn versus the points available on all assignments and exams. The course grade is weighted as follows:
| Source for Grade | Weight |
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| Assignments | 30% |
| Quizzes | 20% |
| Exams | 50% |
| Total | 100% |
The following grading scale applies:
| Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A | 90–100 |
| B | 80–89 |
| C | 70–79 |
| D | 60–69 |
| F | 0–59 |
After completing the course, unofficial transcripts will be available in the Tiger Portal. See this page for information on requesting official transcripts.
Canvas and Technical Support
Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.
- Access Canvas through the Tiger Portal https://mizzouacademy.missouri.edu/
- For assistance with Canvas, passwords, or other technical issues, submit a ticket by selecting Help from the Global Navigation menu on the left in Canvas. Additional information is provided in the following Canvas Guide: How do I get help with Canvas as a student?
- For questions about enrollment, access to courses, exam proctoring, or billing, contact our Support Services Team at (855) 256-4975 or mizzouacademy@missouri.edu.