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Language A, Level 1
 
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Language A in the Middle Years Program (MYP)
   Students in MYP Language A will develop an appreciation of language and literature through an academically rigorous program that equips students with linguistic, analytical and communicative skills that can also be used in an interdisciplinary manner across all other subject groups.
   There are six skill areas: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and presenting. The choice of texts also provides opportunities for and influences students in further developing the attributes of the IB learner profile such as inquiring about literature, being open-minded when analyzing historical and cultural impacts on literature, taking risks when practicing and developing effective written and oral communication, being principled in assignments and assessments and reflecting on the work completed.
   Three fundamental concepts embody MYP and will be used in Language A instruction are: Holistic learning- emphasizes the link between Language Arts and other disciplines to help students become more aware of the relevance of their learning and see how knowledge relates to the whole; Intercultural Awareness- encourages students to consider multiple perspectives as they learn about their own and others’ social and national cultures through print and non-print sources. And; Communication- allows student reflection and expression and encourages students to explore multiple forms of expression.