Scope of Course offerings at The Virginia Virtual Academy
This graphic shows a virtual class on Ancient Egypy being taught to students on Blackboard Collaborate  Scope of Course Offerings Virginia Virtual Academy teaches students using asynchronous and synchronous means using Blackboard Collaborate as a teaching platform and a variety of multimedia. Virginia Virtual Academy uses animations, interactive text books, CDs, videos and hands-on experiments to teach its students. There is an assessment after every lesson to ensure the student has mastered the subject area before moving on. Each course is aligned with the Virginia state standards and curriculum guidelines. Some themes recur throughout the K through 8 course offerings; this is intentional as it builds on previous grades' teachings and important concepts. Course descriptions taken from Virginia Virtual Academy's website at http://www.k12.com/courses/k-8-courses#music
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Language Arts and English
The language Arts/English curriculum helps students develop important reading and writing skills, while inspiring a love of literature. The program emphasizes classic works, writing as a process, and the skills that will be assessed in standardized tests. Younger children learn the basics of phonics and grammar and prepare for reading through systematic, multi-sensory activities, while older students develop literary analysis and comprehension skills by reading novels and nonfiction works. Math The math curriculum balances mastery of fundamental skills with critical thinking and problem-solving. An active, multi-sensory approach ensures that students understand concrete realities that underlie mathematical concepts. Online games and animations illustrate concepts, while challenge problems, regular practice, and review ensure mastery of basic skills. A thorough foundation is provided for younger students making links between the concrete and the abstract and older students encountering Algebra. Science The science curriculum balances hands-on experiments with the systematic study of terms and concepts in life, earth, and physical sciences. The program nurtures curiosity as students practice observation and analytical skills. Students learn how scientists understand our world and how the world is shaped by ongoing scientific and technological advances |
History and Geography History—with integrated topics in geography and civics—opens young minds to far-off lands, distant times, and diverse cultures, emphasizing the story in history—a story that includes not only great men and women but also everyday people. Kindergarten students tour the seven continents and are introduced to some famous Americans. Students in grades 1–4 study civilization from the Stone Age to the Space Age, and older students explore major themes and topics in World and American History in greater depth. World Languages World Language courses help students read, write, speak, and listen for meaning through simple narratives, regular writing and speaking challenges, and games. Students learn common vocabulary terms and phrases, grammar patterns and principles, and the practices and perspectives of various cultures. Courses meet all national standards as set forth by ACTFL (the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) and follow state guidelines in covering level-appropriate standards.
Art Following the timelines in K¹² History, K¹² Art introduces students to great works of art from different cultures and eras, while engaging them in creative activity—painting, drawing, molding with clay, etc. Students learn the elements of art; study important paintings, sculpture, and architecture; and explore different artistic movements, then create their own works of art, such as mobiles, collages, and stained glass
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Music
Music teaches basic Western music concepts at age-appropriate levels. The curriculum builds in a structured way, fostering increasing music comprehension skills as students move through their school years. More than simply music appreciation, this program helps students train their ears, voices, and bodies in the fundamental building blocks of music. Students and parents use this music chart to determine the level of a student in music and to determine what level she/she is performing at and the level he/ she needs to take in the next school year. http://www.k12.com/courses/k-8-courses/music-placement-chart/ Sample Lesson Plans Kindergarten math lesson plan: Plane figures on solid First grade language arts lesson plan Second grade history lesson plan: Androcles and the lion Third grade science lesson plan: What is an Ecosystem Fourth grade art: Cezanne's Mountain Fifth grade music: Rise of popular music Betsy's flag Cradles of Civilization Counting Engine Building expressions Harp Mystery Item Mobile Apps |
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