BJU Press Making Connections in Literature 8 Assessments 4th Edition
SKU
528901
ISBN
9781646261086
Grade 8
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Making Connections in Literature Assessments include
63 quizzes, reading standardized test practice, vocabulary standardized test
practice, unit exams, and a final exam. Each quiz contains five comprehension
questions and unit exams are comprised of true/false, matching, short answer,
multiple choice, and an essay question. Non-reproducible. ~ Gina
Publisher's Description of BJU Press Making Connections in Literature 8 Assessments 4th Edition
The Making Connections in Literature Assessments (4th ed.) includes reading comprehension assessments as well as unit tests for formative assessments and standardized test practice. One assessment packet should be purchased for each student.
Features of the Literature 8 Assessments: 63 reading comprehension quizzes that align with text selections; 5 unit tests; 1 novel assessment; 12 vocabulary tests; 10 practices tests for reading standardized tests
BJU Making Connections in Literature uses a mix of
contemporary and classic selections students read to evaluate literature based
on the Bible’s teachings concerning maturity, wisdom, generosity, freedom, and
nature. Students progress in reading skills as well as written and oral
communication. This edition is not compatible with previous editions. ~ Gina