Grade 8 Curriculum: Second Sweep Through History
Explore geography and global cultures from the 17th century to the first World War
Major Subjects: Bible, History, English, Filipino, Science, Math
Minor Subjects: Music and Art, Health, Physical Education, Home Economics and Livelihood Education, Information and Communication Technology
CORE SUBJECT
Bible 08
The Old Testament
The aim of this course is to familiarize the students with Lawrence Richard’s International Children’s Bible Field Guide. This is intended to enhance their comprehension of the Bible and strengthen their faith in God’s acts in the world as well as His love for humanity. Additionally, students will learn how they ought to love and obey God.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the school year, a student must be able to outline the structure and contents of the Bible in the Old Testament.
More specifically, learners are expected to exhibit cognitive, affective, and kinesthetic competencies as manifested in the following outcomes:
- Read through most of the Bible and discover God's heart for the nations.
- Explore how to pray for and serve others.
- Learn to read the Bible on their own.
- Trace the story of God's redeeming love as they examine and overview the entire Bible.
- Study intriguing biblical culture, geography, and archeology to better grasp the big-picture storyline.
Student References / Workbooks
- Richards, L. (2006). International Children’s Bible Field Guide: Answering Kids’ Questions from Genesis to Revelation. Tommy Nelson.
CORE SUBJECT
History and Geography 08
World History: Early Modern Times
This course focuses on the various social, cultural, economic, religious, political, and geographical narratives through the timelines in World History, specifically from the 17th century to the early 20th century, specifically World War I.
These timelines cover early modern times, the development of new inventions and technologies, and how cultures and societies transform and evolve all the way to the early 19th century.
Lessons in this course will be covered through various synchronous and asynchronous, online distance and in-person classroom activities that are aimed to create an immersive, engaging, relevant, and collaborative learning experience.
Learning Outcomes:
More specifically, learners are expected to exhibit cognitive, affective, and kinesthetic competencies as manifested in the following outcomes:
- Remember and detail key historical events from various eras, and articulate their significance to the modern world.
- Study diverse empires and societies from the 17th century to World War I using discussions, films, role-playing games, gamified activities, and other multimedia formats to gain insight into and connect with different cultures.
- Investigate significant historical events, conflicts, and disputes, and develop personal viewpoints through research and deduction.
- Assess the advancements and discoveries from the 17th century to World War I to recognize their impact on today's society.
- Understand and link the evolution of philosophies and political ideologies to the governance systems of the present-day world.
- Examine the stories of empires and nations from the 17th to 19th centuries to cultivate awareness and responsibility for the environmental, social, economic, and political elements of current society, in cooperation with other academic fields.
- Suggest solutions to historical and ongoing global challenges based on a comprehensive and profound knowledge of world culture, society, and geography.
- Explore the geographical features of Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania during this timeframe to provide context for discussions on world history and culture.
- Distinguish between accurate and misleading information by evaluating the trustworthiness of historical records and contemporary news reports.
Student References / Workbooks
- Bauer, S.W. (2004). The story of the world: Early modern times. Peace Hill Press.
- Bauer, S.W. (2005). The story of the world: The Modern Age. Peace Hill Press.
LANGUAGE SUBJECT
English Language Arts and Literacy 08
Literature on the Wars, Conquests, and Revolutions
This course covers historical fiction, and the art and science of written communication.
Learning Outcomes:
More specifically, learners are expected to exhibit cognitive, affective, and kinesthetic competencies as manifested in the following outcomes:
- Demonstrate effective comprehension of literature as a medium of communication capable of multiple, nuanced layers of meaning.
- Relate in class discussions the values from the stories to reality, both in historical and contemporary times.
- Create well-structured compositions through written media that follow writing standards and mechanics for effective communication.
Student References / Workbooks
- The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler
- Year of Impossible Goodbyes by Sook Nyul Choi
- The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis
- Escape Across the Wide Sea by Katherine Kirkpatrick
- The Sherwood Ring by Elizabeth Marie Pope
LANGUAGE SUBJECT
Filipino 08
Panitikan Tungkol sa mga Himagsikan sa Kasaysayang Filipino
Ang kursong ito ay pinupukaw ang damdamin at isipan ng mag-aaral hinggil sa mga naging pakikibaka ng mga Filipino sa ating kasaysayan. Ito ay upang magsilbing landas tungo sa isang kapaki-pakinabang na mamamayan.
Kasinghalaga ng mga ito ay ang pagkakaroon ng kahusayan sa paggamit ng wikang Filipino sa pang-araw-araw na komunikasyon.
Learning Outcomes:
- Nauunawaan ang iba't ibang parte ng pananalita para sa tamang paggawa ng mga makabuluhan, tumpak, at epektibong pangungusap at sanaysay.
- Nagagamit ang natutunang balarila at teknik sa pagsulat para makalikha ng organisado at makabuluhang pangungusap at sanaysay na nagpapahayag ng personal na pananaw o damdamin.
- Napapahayag ang sariling ideya, damdamin, o karanasan gamit ang sariling wika sa pagsusulat at pakikipag-usap.
- Nailalapat ang mga aral na natutunan mula sa mga binasang literatura para sa pagiging mas responsableng mamamayan.
- Maingat na pinag-aaralan ang mga angkop na asal at mga prinsipyong moral upang maging isang makabayan, tapat, at kritikal na mag-aaral.
- Nakikiisa sa pagpapaunlad ng lipunan gamit ang sariling wika, upang mag-ambag sa pagiging produktibong mamamayan.
- Nakakapagbahagi ng sariling pananaw tungkol sa mga isyung tinalakay, mga aral, o mga salungatan sa mga binasang akda, upang lalong mahasa sa pakikipagkomunikasyon.
- Nabibigyan ng pagkakataon na balikan at iugnay ang mga natutunan sa mga nakaraang aralin sa kasalukuyang paksa ng pag-aaral.
Student References / Workbooks
- Operation Taka ni Xi Zuq
- Dekada ’70 ni Lualhati Bautista
- Florante at Laura ni Aida M. Guimarie
- Desaparesidos ni Lualhati Bautista
STEM SUBJECT
Science 08
Biology
This course focuses on the living aspect of nature. The main objective of the course is to develop an appreciation and understanding of the conditions for life all living things thrive. Develop an ability for students to differentiate and at the same time connect different living organisms in nature.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate appreciation for living organisms and nature to develop empathy through environmental proposals and projects.
- Classify living organisms based on different criteria to better appreciate the diversity of organisms through games and graphic organizers.
- Formulate scientific points of view to develop critical thinking skills through the evaluation and interpretation of different forms of data;
- Design experiments and construct peer review testing, using knowledge of different types of experimentation, to practice its applications through the study of scientific research.
Student References / Workbooks
- List books that students are required to get copies of, and/or books provided by teacher
- No need to include teacher-only references
STEM SUBJECT
Mathematics 08
Algebra 1
This course has five content areas in the curriculum: Number Sense, Measurement, Geometry, Patterns and Algebra, and Statistics and Probability. It specifically covers Factors of Polynomials, Rational Algebraic Expressions, Linear Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables, Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities in Two Variables, Axiomatic Structure of Geometry, Triangle Congruence, Inequalities in a Triangle, and Parallel and Perpendicular Lines, and Probability of Simple Events.
Learning Outcomes:
By the conclusion of the academic year, a student should show proficiency and value in fundamental principles and abilities related to numbers and numerical awareness, measuring, geometric concepts, patterns and algebraic understanding, along with statistics and probability.
This includes their application through relevant technology in various aspects like critical analysis, resolving issues, logical thinking, effective communication, establishing links, graphical representations, and making informed choices in practical situations.
- Develop real-world problems that incorporate polynomial factors, rational algebraic expressions, linear equations, and inequalities.
- Express mathematical ideas clearly and logically in the process of formulating, exploring, examining, and resolving real-world issues involving congruent triangles, using precise and suitable representations.
- Gather and systematically arrange data, and accurately calculate measures of central tendency.
- Design and resolve practical problems that involve the probability of simple occurrences.
- Construct models of solid shapes and accurately develop and solve real-world problems related to three-dimensional figures.
- Showcase the significance and usefulness of mathematics in communicating and addressing everyday life challenges.
- Cultivate positive traits such as resilience and perseverance to enhance character building, integrating these values in discussions and mathematical word problems.
- Produce a tangible project that reflects the student's learning journey, expressing it through their interests or passions.
Student References / Workbooks
- Algebra 1 A Teaching Textbook by Greg and Shawn Sabouri
