what are the objectives of teaching English at primary and secondary levels?

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what are the objectives and teaching english at primary and secondary levels

Answer 1

In the early grades, the Language Arts focus is on developing first reading and writing skills. So, the teacher has the students learn a letter, copy the alphabet, and make short words. Students sound out or memorize words for reading. There is a lot of rote memorization and very little discussion of "why did spot run?"

Around 2nd grade, students start reading short chapter books with plot, character, etc. They also start putting together their own writing (letter to Santa, etc.)

In 4th grade the Accellerated Reader program begins. This is where students are tested and give a numerical range. They are supposed to read books in their numerical range and then take comprehension tests on them. Grammer may be taught for the first time at this level. Students begin to write across the curriculum, forming paragraph-long answers in math, history, and science.

Around 6th grade, a more sophisticated curriculum starts with the advent of Junior High. Grammar is definately taught by this age. Writing becomes longer and more frequent, often with daily journal activities. The accellerated reader program is continued with students reading books at a higher level. Usually, students also use an anthology of short stories, poems, essays, etc. One or more books may be read by the entire class or in smaller "Reading Circles"

In high School, there are often specific objectives in literature for specific grades. For instance, Freshman -- Intro to Lit, Sophomore -- World Lit (to go along with World History taught in the Social Science dept.), Junior -- American Lit (to go along with U.S. History, and Senior -- British Lit (because everyone has to read Shakespeare before they finish high school). Grammar will continue to be taught, but this time in the context of writing. Longer essays and reports as well as creative writing will be required. Students may be required to use basic computer programs in their course and type all of their longer assignments. In 11th and 12th grade, some students prepare for the Advanced Placement tests.

In all, the Language Arts Curriculum builds on itself from the earliest days of A-B-C to the senior thesis on Hamlet.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

For a simple, step-by-step program that can help your child learn to read visit this site: http://readingprogram.toptips.org

Learning to read at a young age is important for the development of the child. It helps them develop a better understand of their surroundings, allows them to gather information from printed materials, and provides them with a wonderful source of entertainment when they read stories and rhymes. Children develop at different rates, and some children will develop reading skills quicker than other children; however, what's important is that as the parent, you are keenly aware of your child's maturity and reading level to provide them with appropriate books and activities to help them improve.

As parents, you are the most important teacher for your children.

Also Watch this video of a 2 year old child reading http://readingprogram.toptips.org

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Answer 5

Depends on the age, and the state. You can find the state core curriculum (ie objectives) on lots of web sites. You can find utah's on www.uen.org

Answer 6

To learn the basics ie grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. Pretty much to initiate or increase literacy.

Answer 7

English as in the language? Or English as in literature? Or both?

Moreover, why do you ask?