Course Content
A. Sentences, Fragments, and Run-ons
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A.01. Identify sentence fragments.
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A.02. Identify run-on sentences.
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A.03. Choose punctuation to correct fragments and run-ons.
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A.04. Distinguish between simple, compound, and complex sentences.
B. Phrases and Clauses
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B.01. Identify prepositional phrases within sentences.
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B.02. Distinguish between phrases and clauses.
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B.03. Identify appositives and appositive phrases, understanding their function.
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B.04. Identify dependent and independent clauses and their roles.
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B.05. Classify sentences as simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex.
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B.06. Combine sentences effectively using relative clauses to add detail.
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B.07. Create varied sentence structures using different types of phrases and clauses.
C. Subject-Verb Agreement
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C.01. Identify and correct basic errors in subject-verb agreement.
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C.02. Identify and correct errors with indefinite pronoun-verb agreement.
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C.03. Identify and correct verb agreement errors with compound subjects.
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C.04. Apply subject-verb agreement rules in complex sentence structures.
D. Pronouns
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D.01. Identify and correct basic errors with subject and object pronouns.
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D.02. Correctly use pronouns after ‘than’ and ‘as’ in comparisons.
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D.03. Identify and correct pronoun errors with ‘who’.
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D.04. Use relative pronouns (who and whom) correctly.
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D.05. Use relative pronouns (who, whom, whose, which, and that) accurately in different contexts.
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D.06. Identify vague pronoun references in sentences.
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D.07. Determine all possible antecedents for a given pronoun.
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D.08. Correct inappropriate shifts in pronoun number and person.
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D.09. Master the use of pronouns to create clear and concise sentences.
E. Verb Tense
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E.01. Form the progressive verb tenses (past, present, future).
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E.02. Form the perfect verb tenses (past, present, future).
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E.03. Identify and correct inappropriate shifts in verb tense within a passage.
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E.04. Use verb tenses consistently and accurately to convey time and sequence.
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E.05. Understand the nuances of different verb tenses and their effects on meaning.
F. Adjectives and Adverbs
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F.01. Form and use comparative and superlative adjectives correctly.
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F.02. Use ‘good, better, best, bad, worse, and worst’ appropriately.
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F.03. Form and use comparative and superlative adverbs effectively.
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F.04. Use ‘well, better, best, badly, worse, and worst’ correctly.
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F.05. Distinguish between adjectives and adverbs, and use them precisely.
G. Capitalisation
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G.01. Correct capitalisation errors in various contexts.
H. Punctuation
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H.01. Use commas with direct addresses, introductory elements, absolute phrases, interjections, interrupters, and antithetical phrases.
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H.02. Use commas correctly with compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences.
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H.03. Apply commas appropriately with coordinate adjectives.
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H.04. Join sentences with semicolons, colons, and commas effectively.
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H.05. Employ colons and commas to introduce lists, quotations, and appositives.
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H.06. Use semicolons and commas to separate items in a series accurately.
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H.07. Master the appropriate use of dashes for emphasis.
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H.08. Apply hyphens correctly in compound adjectives.
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H.09. Use ellipses appropriately to indicate omissions in text.
I. Apostrophes
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I.01. Identify and correct errors with plural and possessive nouns.
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I.02. Identify and correct errors with compound and joint possession using apostrophes.
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I.03. Demonstrate mastery in using apostrophes for various grammatical purposes.
J. Misplaced Modifiers
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J.01. Recognise misplaced modifiers using visual aids.
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J.02. Identify and correct misplaced or dangling modifiers in sentences.
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J.03. Evaluate sentences to determine if modifiers are used correctly.
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J.04. Rewrite sentences to correct misplaced modifiers and clarify meaning.
K. Restrictive and Non-Restrictive Elements
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K.01. Interpret the meaning conveyed by punctuation in sentences.
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K.02. Use commas correctly with non-restrictive elements to enhance clarity.
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K.03. Differentiate between restrictive and non-restrictive elements in sentences.
L. Editing and Revising
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L.01. Use the correct frequently confused word (e.g., there, their, they’re).
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L.02. Identify and correct errors with frequently confused words in context.
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L.03. Identify and correct errors with frequently confused pronouns and contractions.
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L.04. Correct errors with commonly misspelled words to improve writing accuracy.
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L.05. Correct errors in everyday language usage to enhance communication skills.
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L.06. Suggest appropriate revisions to improve clarity, grammar, and style in writing.
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L.07. Critically evaluate and refine written pieces to enhance overall quality.
M. Main Idea
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M.01. Determine the main idea of a passage by identifying the central topic and key supporting details.
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M.02. Summarise passages effectively, capturing the core message in a concise manner.
N. Audience, Purpose, and Tone
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N.03. Compare passages to differentiate between subjective and objective tone.
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N.04. Analyse how audience, purpose, and tone influence writing style and content.
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N.01. Identify which text is the most formal based on language and structure.
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N.02. Identify the intended audience and purpose of a given text.
O. Literary Devices
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O.01. Identify the narrative point of view used in a literary text.
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O.02. Interpret the meaning of an allusion based on its original source.
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O.03. Recognise and recall the source of a specific allusion.
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O.04. Interpret the meaning of various figures of speech in context.
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O.05. Classify figures of speech as euphemism, hyperbole, oxymoron, or paradox.
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O.06. Classify figures of speech as anaphora, antithesis, apostrophe, assonance, chiasmus, or understatement.
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O.07. Analyse the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone.
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O.08. Evaluate how literary devices contribute to the overall impact and theme of a text.
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O.09. Understand and apply the concepts of metaphor, simile, personification, and symbolism.
P. Analysing Literature
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P.01. Analyse the key elements of short stories, focusing on plot, character development, and theme (set 1).
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P.02. Analyse the use of literary devices in short stories and their impact (set 2).
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P.03. Compare and contrast different short stories, identifying similarities and differences in their narrative styles and themes.
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P.04. Develop a thesis statement about a literary work and support it with evidence from the text.
Q. Analysing Informational Texts
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Q.01. Analyse the development of informational passages, focusing on the organisation of ideas and use of evidence (set 1).
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Q.02. Analyse the effectiveness of rhetorical strategies used in informational texts (set 2).
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Q.03. Trace the development of an argument in informational passages (set 1).
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Q.04. Evaluate the strength and validity of evidence presented in informational texts (set 2).
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Q.05. Analyse the use of rhetorical strategies in historical texts (set 1).
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Q.06. Evaluate the impact of rhetorical strategies on the persuasiveness of historical texts (set 2).
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Q.07. Identify biases and perspectives within informational texts.
R. Organising Writing
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R.01. Order topics from broadest to narrowest to create effective outlines.
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R.02. Organise information by topic to improve clarity and coherence in writing.
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R.03. Develop logical structures for essays, reports, and other writing tasks.
S. Topic Sentences
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S.01. Choose the most effective topic sentence to summarise the main idea of a paragraph.
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S.02. Evaluate how well a topic sentence introduces and connects to the rest of the paragraph.
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S.03. Construct strong topic sentences that clearly convey the central argument of each paragraph.
T. Developing and Supporting Arguments
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T.01. Distinguish between facts and opinions in persuasive texts.
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T.02. Identify stronger and weaker evidence to support a claim in an argument.
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T.03. Select the most relevant and compelling evidence to support a claim effectively.
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T.04. Identify supporting evidence within a text to strengthen arguments.
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T.05. Evaluate counterclaims and assess their validity in relation to the main argument.
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T.06. Choose the analysis that logically connects the evidence to the claim, strengthening the overall argument.
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T.07. Transition logically between claims, evidence, analysis, and counterclaims to create a cohesive persuasive piece.
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T.08. Develop complex arguments by addressing multiple perspectives and incorporating nuanced analysis.
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T.09. Construct persuasive arguments, integrating evidence, analysis, and logical reasoning.
U. Persuasive Strategies
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U.01. Identify appeals to ethos, pathos, and logos in advertisements.
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U.02. Use appeals to ethos, pathos, and logos effectively in persuasive writing.
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U.03. Analyse how persuasive strategies are used to influence audience perception.
V. Writing Clearly and Concisely
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V.01. Use transitions with conjunctive adverbs to enhance coherence in writing.
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V.02. Avoid double, illogical, and unclear comparisons to ensure clarity in writing.
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V.03. Identify sentences with parallel structure and understand their impact.
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V.04. Use parallel structure effectively to create balanced and rhythmic writing.
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V.05. Remove redundant words or phrases to achieve conciseness in writing.
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V.06. Apply techniques for clear and concise writing in various contexts.
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V.07. Analyse and revise written work to eliminate ambiguity and enhance impact.
W. Research Skills
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W.01. Identify actions that constitute plagiarism.
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W.02. Apply citation methods correctly to avoid plagiarism in academic writing.
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W.03. Evaluate sources for credibility and relevance in research.
X. Prefixes and Suffixes
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X.01. Identify and understand the meanings of common prefixes.
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X.02. Identify and understand the meanings of common suffixes.
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X.03. Use word pattern analogies to determine word meanings.
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X.04. Determine word meanings based on their usage in sentences.
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X.05. Analyse how prefixes and suffixes alter the meanings of base words.
Y. Greek and Latin Roots
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Y.01. Sort words by shared Greek or Latin roots to identify relationships.
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Y.02. Use Greek and Latin roots as clues to the meanings of unfamiliar words.
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Y.03. Use known words to deduce the meanings of Greek and Latin roots.
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Y.04. Determine the meanings of common Greek and Latin roots.
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Y.05. Determine the meanings of words with Greek and Latin roots.
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Y.06. Apply knowledge of Greek and Latin roots to expand vocabulary.
Z. Homophones
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Z.01. Use the correct homophone (e.g., there, their, they’re) in sentences.
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Z.02. Identify and correct errors involving homophones in written text.
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Z.03. Demonstrate proficiency in using homophones accurately.
AA. Foreign Words and Expressions
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AA.01. Use etymologies to determine the meanings of foreign words.
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AA.02. Use context clues to determine the meanings of foreign expressions.
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AA.03. Use foreign expressions correctly in appropriate contexts.
BB. Word Usage and Nuance
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BB.01. Describe the subtle differences between related words with similar meanings.
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BB.02. Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence’s context.
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BB.03. Use words accurately and precisely to convey intended meanings.
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BB.04. Replace words effectively using a thesaurus to enhance vocabulary.
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BB.05. Use dictionary entries to determine correct word usage and meaning.
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BB.06. Explore words with new or contested usages, understanding their evolving meanings.
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BB.07. Analyse and apply nuanced word choices to enhance writing.
CC. Analogies
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CC.01. Solve basic analogies by identifying relationships between word pairs.
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CC.02. Solve more complex analogies, demonstrating advanced reasoning skills.
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CC.03. Create and explain the relationships within different types of analogies.
DD. Context Clues
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DD.01. Determine the meaning of words using synonyms found in context.
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DD.02. Determine the meaning of words using antonyms found in context.
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DD.03. Use various types of context clues to infer the meaning of unfamiliar words.
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DD.04. Determine the meaning of domain-specific vocabulary in scientific and technical contexts.
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DD.05. Apply context clues to enhance reading comprehension across different genres.
