SHS3 Arabic · Semester 2, Week 10

Critical Reading

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Curriculum details

Strand
Reading (Strand 3)
Sub-strand
Critical Reading (3.4)
Content standard
3.3.4.CS.1 - Demonstrate understanding and application of strategies of literary appreciation in order to enhance understanding of creative texts. 3.3.4.LO.1 Explain the narration, the characters' actions, interactions, and motivations that reflect the story's theme. 3.3.4.LO.2 Explain the employment of artistic and literary devices in weaving the storyline of a fictional narrative.
Indicator
3.3.4.LI.2 - Examine the role and evolution of a character as they reflect the theme of the story
Suggested placement
Semester 2, Week 10 (Week 30 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
NaCCA curriculum document, p. 325

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Project-based, research-based learning, Question-Answer relationship strategy, think-pair share activities: The teacher asks learners to note about a character's responses as part of a process to analysing a given short story.
GESI-sensitive class management:
- Sitting arrangement with fair visibility for all learners.
- Appropriate audio levels for various hearing challenges.
- Group learning with equal participation and mentorship.
- Appropriate choice of words conscious of the feelings of others.
- Self-control in managing emotions and social awareness.

Assessment (3.3.4.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Textbooks and Reading materials for Arabic Short Story.
- Projector
- Flash cards
- Audio-visual materials.