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Year 8 Detailed English Scheme of Work

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Year 8 English Scheme of Work

Term 1: Gothic Fiction

Objectives:
- Explore Gothic fiction elements and themes.

- Develop creative writing skills in the Gothic genre.

- Analyze Gothic tropes and their impact on readers.

Learning Outcomes:
- Identify and discuss key elements of Gothic fiction.

- Write original Gothic stories using appropriate conventions.

- Perform and interpret Gothic texts.

Suggested Activities:

Reading:
- Study extracts from Gothic novels such as 'Frankenstein' and 'Dracula'.

- Analyze setting, themes, and character archetypes.

Writing:
- Write a Gothic short story incorporating common tropes.

- Create an analytical essay on Gothic fiction elements.

Speaking and Listening:


- Discuss Gothic elements in groups.

- Perform dramatic readings of Gothic passages.

Resources:
- Excerpts from 'Frankenstein' and 'Dracula'.

- Gothic fiction analysis worksheets.

- Creative writing prompts for Gothic stories.

Term 2: Modern and Classic Poetry


Objectives:
- Analyze a range of poetry from different periods.

- Develop skills in writing and analyzing poetry.

- Enhance understanding of poetic devices and their effects.

Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze modern and classic poetry for themes and techniques.

- Write original poems and analytical essays on poetry.

- Perform and interpret poetry effectively.

Suggested Activities:

Reading:
- Study poems from various periods and poets.

- Analyze poetic devices such as metaphor, simile, and imagery.

Writing:
- Write original poems using learned techniques.

- Compose analytical essays on selected poems.

Speaking and Listening:


- Perform poetry readings and interpretations.

- Discuss poetic devices and their impact.

Resources:
- Poetry anthologies with works by poets like William Wordsworth and Carol Ann Duffy.

- Poetry analysis guides and writing prompts.

- Audio recordings of poetry readings.

Term 3: Drama and Scriptwriting

Objectives:
- Explore modern drama and scriptwriting techniques.

- Develop skills in creating and performing scripts.

- Analyze dramatic structure and character development.


Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze a modern play for structure and character development.

- Write and perform their own scripts.

- Evaluate and critique peer performances.

Suggested Activities:

Reading:
- Study a modern play by a contemporary playwright.

- Analyze dramatic elements and performance aspects.

Writing:
- Write short scripts or dialogues.

- Create an analytical essay on the play studied.

Speaking and Listening:


- Perform scenes from the play.

- Provide and receive constructive feedback on performances.

Resources:
- Modern plays and script excerpts.

- Scriptwriting guides and performance rubrics.

- Drama activity resources and performance guides.

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