Nova ScotiaGrade 8
NS Grade 8 English Curriculum
Lessons and practice for every Grade 8 English topic. Aligned to what Nova Scotia schools teach. Explore perspectives from Mi'kmaq, Acadian, African Nova Scotian, and Gaelic communities.
NS Grade 8 English Curriculum | StudyPugHelp
CO_ID | Curriculum Outcome | StudyPug Topic |
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ELA.8.A1.1 | Culture identity first-voice perspectives Mi'kmaq Acadian African Nova Scotian Gaelic expressions: Investigate ways in which communication forms are an expression of culture and identity exploring oral written and visual texts from Mi'kmaq Acadians African Nova Scotians and Gaels recognizing how language and culture are deeply connected |
ELA.8.A1.2 | Multiple perspectives diverse voices first-voice authenticity cultural complexity: Compare a range of voices and perspectives from within a culture recognizing that cultures are rich complex and diverse exploring multiple voices from Mi'kmaq Acadian African Nova Scotian and Gaelic communities |
ELA.8.A1.3 | Author's craft cultural context purpose audience message interpretation: Comprehend cultural expressions using speakers writers and producers choices by analyzing how cultural background influences treatment of themes messages and communication styles in texts from Nova Scotia's cultural communities |
ELA.8.A1.4 | Cultural similarities differences influences universal themes cultural specificity: Compare how communication forms vary or look the same across cultures identifying cross-cultural influences universal themes and unique cultural expressions among Mi'kmaq Acadian African Nova Scotian Gaelic and other communities |
ELA.8.A2.1 | Response types evidence-based reasoning personal connection critical analysis differentiation: Compare the characteristics of personal and critical responses distinguishing between responses based on personal experience and emotional connection versus responses based on analysis and evidence from texts |
ELA.8.A2.2 | Interpretation inquiry questioning strategies multiple meanings perspective analysis: Question personal and critical interpretations of perceived messages from a variety of communication forms using inquiry skills to examine and refine understanding of texts and their meanings |
ELA.8.A2.3 | Brainstorming creative thinking mentor texts collaboration prior knowledge evidence gathering: Investigate how ideas for personal and critical responses can be developed through brainstorming connections to prior knowledge exploration of mentor texts collaboration with others and creative thinking processes |
ELA.8.A2.4 | Rhetorical awareness audience analysis purpose identification form selection effectiveness: Investigate the relationship between audience purpose and the chosen communication form analyzing how these elements influence content structure style and effectiveness of responses |
ELA.8.A2.5 | Evidence textual support logical reasoning relevance accuracy validity: Analyse how supporting details support ideas and responses by gathering evidence from texts evaluating relevance and accuracy and using details to strengthen arguments and interpretations |
ELA.8.A3.1 | Creative processes imagination innovation risk-taking collaboration mentor text analysis: Investigate how ideas can be developed when creating oral written and visual communication forms through imagination exploration of author's craft in mentor texts collaboration feedback and creative risk-taking |
ELA.8.A3.2 | Writing process design thinking research methodology iterative development drafting revising: Apply writing design and research processes including prewriting planning drafting revising editing design thinking empathizing prototyping and research methodology to create effective communication forms |
ELA.8.A3.3 | Genre medium format audience awareness purpose alignment form effectiveness: Select a communication form that responds to an audience and purpose by considering genre medium format and effectiveness in conveying intended messages to specific audiences |
ELA.8.A3.4 | Content revision organization editing conventions proofreading refinement polishing: Apply revision editing and proofreading strategies appropriate to a range of communication forms focusing on content meaning organization sentence structure word choice grammar punctuation and spelling |
ELA.8.A3.5 | Digital publishing platforms sharing methods audience accessibility intellectual property: Analyse processes for publishing and sharing chosen communication forms considering digital and print platforms audience accessibility effectiveness of sharing methods and intellectual property considerations |
ELA.8.A4.1 | Strategic communication self-assessment audience response strategy adjustment effectiveness criteria: Evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies in relation to audience and purpose through self-assessment peer feedback analysis of audience response and strategic adjustments |
ELA.8.A4.2 | Voice word choice sentence fluency register tone style language appropriateness: Investigate how language use can impact communication including voice word choice sentence style and register analyzing how these elements contribute to clarity fluency and effectiveness for different audiences |
ELA.8.A4.3 | Credible evidence source evaluation bias recognition ethical communication perspective awareness: Investigate how accuracy reliability validity and bias are used to influence personal communication recognizing the need for credible evidence-based communication and awareness of personal biases |
ELA.8.A4.4 | Text structures organizational patterns transitions coherence text features effectiveness comparison: Compare organizational structures and devices for intended audience and purpose including problem-solution cause-effect compare-contrast chronological sequencing and supporting devices like headings subheadings transitions and text features |
ELA.8.A4.5 | Grammar punctuation spelling formatting correctness clarity professionalism: Apply conventions for intended audience and purpose including grammar punctuation spelling and formatting to ensure clarity correctness and professionalism in communication |
ELA.8.A5.1 | Listening comprehension active listening focus clarification verbal nonverbal cues congruency: Apply active listening strategies for comprehending meaning in a range of communication forms including adapting focus keeping open mind determining congruency between verbal and nonverbal cues seeking clarification and processing formal presentations |
ELA.8.A5.2 | Before during after strategies cueing systems comprehension monitoring meaning construction synthesis: Investigate how reading and viewing strategies are used in comprehension including before strategies for activating prior knowledge during strategies for monitoring understanding and after strategies for synthesis and evaluation |
ELA.8.A5.3 | Form and meaning medium effects multimodal comprehension text features structure impact: Analyse how communication forms influence comprehension by examining how text features structures medium choices and multimodal elements affect understanding and interpretation of messages |
ELA.8.A5.4 | Schema prior knowledge cultural background experience interpretation perspective analysis: Reflect on how perspectives influence comprehension of communication forms by examining how personal experiences schema prior knowledge and cultural backgrounds shape understanding and interpretation of texts |
ELA.8.A6.1 | Source credibility expertise credentials reputation currency verification evaluation: Select reliable sources by evaluating creator expertise credentials reputation currency and verifiability using strategies to distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources in research and information gathering |
ELA.8.A6.2 | Fact-checking verification cross-referencing error identification misinformation recognition: Compare accuracy of information from a variety of sources through fact-checking verification with multiple reliable sources identification of errors or inconsistencies and recognition of misinformation |
ELA.8.A6.3 | Relevance appropriateness logical support methodological soundness information validity: Apply strategies for choosing valid information from a range of communication forms by determining relevance to purpose appropriateness for audience logical support for claims and methodological soundness of research |
ELA.8.A6.4 | Bias identification stereotyping perspectives language choices missing voices representation analysis: Investigate how bias influences the message of communication forms by identifying stereotyping attitudes beliefs prejudices represented and missing perspectives language choices revealing bias and how creator background influences messages |
ELA.8.B1.1 | Civic engagement social responsibility cultural analysis environmental sustainability issue analysis stewardship: Contribute to quality and sustainability of environment communities and society by analyzing cultural economic environmental and social issues through texts making informed decisions and acting as stewards in local national and global contexts demonstrating citizenship competency |
ELA.8.B1.2 | Multimodal communication critical dialogue interpretation expression media literacy language processes: Interpret and express effectively through a variety of media participating in critical dialogue listening reading viewing and creating for information enrichment and enjoyment developing communication competency across all language processes |
ELA.8.B1.3 | Self-awareness goal-setting decision-making cultural understanding health wellness career pathways identity: Become self-aware and self-directed individuals who set and pursue goals understanding how culture contributes to work and personal life roles making thoughtful decisions regarding health wellness and career pathways demonstrating personal-career development competency |
ELA.8.B1.4 | Creative thinking innovation unexpected connections aesthetic appreciation idea generation risk-taking: Demonstrate openness to new experiences engage in creative processes make unexpected connections and generate new dynamic ideas techniques and products valuing aesthetic expression and appreciating creative innovative work of others demonstrating creativity and innovation competency |
ELA.8.B1.5 | Analysis evaluation reasoning systems thinking inquiry decision-making problem-solving reflection metacognition: Analyse and evaluate evidence arguments and ideas using various types of reasoning and systems thinking to inquire make decisions and solve problems reflecting critically on thinking processes demonstrating critical thinking competency |
ELA.8.B1.6 | Digital literacy ethical technology use collaboration innovation legal safe responsible digital citizenship: Use and apply technology to collaborate communicate create innovate and solve problems using technology in legal safe and ethically responsible manner to support and enhance learning demonstrating technological fluency competency |
ELA.8.C1.1 | Authentic questions investigation exploration discovery real-world problems student agency curiosity: Engage in inquiry-based learning as the primary pedagogical approach driven by natural curiosity to question explore and make sense of the world through real-world questions building upon prior knowledge and lived experiences with teacher guidance and explicit instruction |
ELA.8.C1.2 | Teacher-provided questions guided process scaffolded investigation skill development introduction: Participate in structured inquiry where teacher provides the question and process while learners investigate with guidance appropriate for introducing inquiry skills and building foundational understanding of inquiry processes |
ELA.8.C1.3 | Collaborative question development supported investigation gradual release scaffolding teacher-student partnership: Engage in guided inquiry where teacher and learners develop questions together and learners investigate with support as scaffolding is gradually released toward greater independence in inquiry processes |
ELA.8.C1.4 | Student-generated questions self-directed investigation learner autonomy teacher facilitation independence: Conduct open independent inquiry where learners generate own questions direct investigation process and take ownership of learning while teacher facilitates supports and provides explicit instruction as needed |
ELA.8.D1.1 | Big ideas practical projects real-world application authentic audiences critical thinking collaboration synthesis: Engage in project-based learning using big ideas as starting point requiring thorough understanding that can be applied in real world developing critical thinking collaboration communication reasoning and synthesis skills with final products presented to school or community audiences |
ELA.8.D1.2 | Learning processes outcomes assessment for learning assessment as learning formative summative: Understand that process refers to how learning happens and product refers to what has been learned engaging in inquiry-based language arts that develops language processes through experiences that address learners interests with assessment of both process and product |
ELA.8.D1.3 | Cross-curricular integration skill transfer authentic contexts multiple subject areas real-world application: Make connections and develop skills across multiple subjects as opportunities exist to deliver curriculum through interdisciplinary approach linking ELA with Social Studies Science Health Arts and other subject areas in authentic contexts |
ELA.8.E1.1 | Mi'kmaq Acadian African Nova Scotian Gaelic voices histories perspectives traditions cultural diversity: Explore communication forms from Nova Scotia's four foundational cultural communities including Mi'kmaq Acadians African Nova Scotians and Gaels through first-voice texts recognizing the richness complexity diversity and contributions of these communities to Nova Scotia |
ELA.8.E1.2 | Indigenous knowledge oral traditions stories worldviews contemporary voices Mi'kmaw language culture L'nui'sultimk: Investigate Mi'kmaq perspectives through traditional and contemporary communication forms including oral traditions stories teachings and Mi'kmaw language exploring how Mi'kmaq culture is expressed and how it contributes to understanding of self community and Nova Scotia |
ELA.8.E1.3 | Acadian history language culture resilience francophone voices traditions Acadian identity contributions: Explore Acadian perspectives through communication forms that reflect Acadian history language culture and contributions to Nova Scotia including exploration of resilience identity francophone cultural expressions and Acadian traditions |
ELA.8.E1.4 | African Nova Scotian history voices contributions traditions cultural identity antiracism resistance heritage: Examine African Nova Scotian perspectives through communication forms that reflect the history contributions and cultural expressions of African Nova Scotians including exploration of identity community resistance to racism cultural traditions and heritage |
ELA.8.E1.5 | Gaelic language culture traditions music Cape Breton heritage Scottish influences Gaelic revival: Investigate Gaelic perspectives through communication forms that reflect Gaelic language culture music and traditions particularly in Cape Breton exploring how Gaelic culture is expressed maintained and revitalized in Nova Scotia communities |
ELA.8.E1.6 | Nova Scotia authors settings community connections regional literature local contexts authentic representations: Include texts by Nova Scotia authors and texts set in Nova Scotia contexts to help learners connect to local and regional experiences develop understanding of diverse Nova Scotia communities and see themselves reflected in learning resources |
ELA.8.F1.1 | Ongoing assessment descriptive feedback next steps planning responsive instruction adjustment differentiation: Engage in ongoing formative assessment throughout learning process using observations conversations and products to provide descriptive feedback guide next steps and adjust instructional strategies resources and environments to effectively help all students learn |
ELA.8.F1.2 | Self-assessment reflection goal-setting metacognition student ownership learning monitoring self-direction: Develop self-assessment and reflection capabilities through goal-setting self-monitoring metacognitive strategies and student ownership of learning helping learners become self-aware self-directed and able to monitor their own progress |
ELA.8.F2.1 | Summative evaluation achievement demonstration evidence of learning outcomes competencies standards: Conduct summative evaluation of achievement through products performances and demonstrations that provide evidence of what learners know and can do in relation to outcomes and competencies at end of learning experiences |
ELA.8.F2.2 | Teacher notes skill demonstrations strategy use participation collaboration observation anecdotal records: Gather evidence of learning through observations including teacher notes during learning experiences noting skill demonstrations strategy use collaboration and participation in inquiry and learning activities providing formative assessment data |
ELA.8.F2.3 | Discussions conferences peer feedback think-alouds questioning dialogue oral responses: Gather evidence of learning through conversations including class discussions individual conferences peer feedback sessions think-alouds questioning and constructive critical dialogue about learning providing insight into student thinking and understanding |
ELA.8.F2.4 | Written work visual creations multimedia presentations research projects portfolios artifacts demonstrations: Gather evidence of learning through products including written communication forms visual and multimedia creations oral presentations research projects portfolios and other artifacts that demonstrate understanding skill development and achievement of outcomes |
ELA.8.G1.1 | Cultural responsiveness linguistic responsiveness equity well-being achievement engagement accessible learning: Commit to ensuring high-quality culturally and linguistically responsive and equitable education to support well-being and achievement of every student through stimulating accessible learning opportunities that keep every student engaged challenged and inspired |
ELA.8.G1.2 | Identity representation diverse learning resources high expectations cultural mirrors and windows: Ensure that every student sees themselves reflected throughout schools learning resources and learning experiences while developing culture of high expectations for every student through culturally and linguistically responsive practices and diverse representation |
ELA.8.G2.1 | Accessible materials multiple formats visual supports audio text multimedia varied complexity comprehension support: Provide multiple means of representation by offering information in various formats including text audio visual and multimedia supporting vocabulary and background knowledge providing texts at various reading levels and ensuring accessibility for all learners |
ELA.8.G2.2 | Choice in products assistive technology scaffolds translanguaging flexible demonstration multiple modalities: Provide multiple means of action and expression by offering choice in communication forms allowing use of assistive technology providing scaffolds and supports valuing home languages and translanguaging approaches and enabling flexible demonstration of learning |
ELA.8.G2.3 | Relevant tasks student choice cultural connections authentic learning community belonging motivation interest: Provide multiple means of engagement by connecting to learners interests and cultures offering choice and autonomy providing relevant authentic tasks building community and belonging in classroom and sustaining motivation through culturally responsive pedagogy |
ELA.8.G3.1 | Home language value visual supports academic language explicit instruction extended time scaffolding multilingual approaches: Support English Language Learners by valuing and building on home languages providing visual supports and modeling teaching academic language explicitly offering extended time and scaffolding celebrating multilingualism and using translanguaging approaches |
ELA.8.G3.2 | Explicit instruction assistive technology alternative formats task breakdown organizational supports accommodations modifications: Support students with learning disabilities through explicit strategy instruction use of assistive technology provision of alternative formats and responses breaking tasks into manageable steps providing organizational supports and implementing appropriate accommodations |
ELA.8.G3.3 | Complex texts deep inquiry leadership independent projects advanced concepts challenge enrichment acceleration: Support gifted and high-achieving students through complex texts and topics opportunities for deep inquiry leadership and mentorship roles independent projects connections to advanced concepts and appropriately challenging extensions that promote continued growth |
ELA.8.H1.1 | Online safety privacy digital footprint cyberbullying prevention ethical technology use responsible digital behavior: Demonstrate digital citizenship including understanding of online safety privacy protection intellectual property and copyright ethical information use digital footprint awareness cyberbullying prevention strategies and responsible behavior in digital environments |
ELA.8.H1.2 | Search strategies databases evaluation digital sources critical digital literacy online research credibility: Navigate and evaluate digital information using effective search strategies databases digital libraries and critical evaluation of digital sources while understanding how technology shapes information access and developing critical digital literacy skills |
ELA.8.H1.3 | Digital tools multimedia creation word processing presentations publishing platforms design software: Create digital and multimedia texts using appropriate technology tools including word processing multimedia creation software presentation platforms digital publishing options and design tools for authentic audiences and purposes |
ELA.8.H1.4 | Online collaboration tools discussion platforms video conferencing digital communication asynchronous synchronous: Use technology to collaborate communicate and share including collaborative documents discussion platforms video conferencing appropriate educational uses of digital communication tools and both asynchronous and synchronous online collaboration |
ELA.8.I1.1 | Fluency rate expression phrasing accuracy automaticity prosody oral reading comprehension connection: Develop reading fluency through regular practice with appropriate texts demonstrating improved rate expression phrasing accuracy and automaticity in oral reading while maintaining strong comprehension and natural prosody |
ELA.8.I1.2 | Self-selected reading daily reading personal interests reading identity stamina motivation book choice: Engage in regular independent reading of self-selected texts that address personal learning needs and interests building reading volume stamina personal reading identity and lifelong reading habits through daily sustained silent reading |