1. PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
    2. Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania 18322
    3. PLANNED COURSE ADAPTATIONS/MODIFICATIONS
    4. Introduction
  1. PREFACE
  2. PLANNED COURSE CURRICULUM GUIDE (PCCG)
  3. PURPOSE AND INTENT
  4. PLANNED COURSE CURRICULUM GUIDE (PCCG)
  5. DEFINITIONS

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 


PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT



PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT


Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania 18322



Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania 18322


PLANNED COURSE ADAPTATIONS/MODIFICATIONS



PLANNED COURSE ADAPTATIONS/MODIFICATIONS
 


Introduction



Introduction
 

 The instructional adaptations that follow are provided as suggestions to be implemented with all students, particularly with those in need of special education services including the gifted. This listing is in no way intended to be exhaustive. Rather, it is reflective of some major considerations in the area of curriculum adaptations/modifications.
 
These instructional adaptations will work with any student, but are especially beneficial to those in need of learning support. Some may argue that these modifications are simply good teaching. Indeed, modifications of this type do represent good teaching. These principles of good teaching become instructional modifications whenever: (1) certain students in a particular class require such modifications above and beyond what is typically required by most students in that class and (2) without these modifications, these same students would not succeed.
 
Assessment is an integral part of instruction reflecting student progress as well as achievement. Therefore, also included are suggestions for assessment modifications.
 
 
  Peer Support
  Cooperative learning among peers
  Modeling
  Development of Information Organizer
  Development of Graphic Organizer
  Development of structured study guides
  Student selection of instructional material (i.e., reading, writing, math)
  Taped lessons
  Copy notes (peer or teacher)
  Student conferencing
  Combine and vary modes of lesson presentation
  Adjust language level to match the developmental and intellectual levels of students
  Let student practice given examples first. Then assign tasks to be completed.
  Provide opportunity for guided and independent practice in a variety of situations
  Limit number and length of directions
  Have students repeat/review directions (i.e., peer to peer, student to teacher)
  Give feedback that is as immediate, specific, and objective as possible
  Clarify error responses so that students do not make the same errors over and over again
  Reinforce progress towards desired outcomes
  Breakdown complex tasks into smaller, more manageable units
  Use verbal prompts to elicit desired results
  Use manual guidance (i.e., hand over hand) to facilitate correct responses
  Computer assisted instruction
  Assessment based upon teacher observation of student performance (i.e., daily work, portfolio, artifacts, projects) 		  Extended test time
  Test read to student by teacher or peer
  Oral testing (i.e., student retelling of information)
  Open book/note test
  Alternate testing (any demonstration of a student's understanding of concepts)
  Retesting
  Reduce the number of responses required on tests
  Use of curriculum based assessment
  Vary test format
  Objectively define mastery as related to each task. Tasks should be learned to mastery
  Reduce or remove distracting stimuli
  Use of concrete objects and manipulatives in all stages of instruction and assessment
  Emphasize important information
  Allow extra time to complete assignments/projects
  Limit the number of assigned tasks in the initial stages of learning. As the student's competency increases, expect the student to complete the same number of tasks as the rest of the class
  Use supplemental materials
  Alternate assignments accepted (i.e., modification to homework assignments)
  Flexible grouping/individual assistance
  Seating to accommodate needs
  Teacher proximity
  Use behavioral management techniques (i.e., contracts, time-out, token system, charts)


 
 

 

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PREFACE
 

 
 
Users and information seekers should familiarize themselves with the purpose and terminology of this Planned Course
Curriculum Guide (PCCG). We suggest that you first read the following:
 
 
            • PCCG PURPOSE AND INTENT
           • PCCG DEFINITIONS
 
 
  The PCCG specifies the unit lesson outcome, essential content, standards, activities, resources, and evaluation of student performance. This sector provides the means to initiate the learning activities to attain the program goal as identified in the course description and intent.
 
 The standards and outcomes are minimal expectations; further embellishment of the course is discretionary with the instructor depending upon the capability of the students.
 
 This PCCG is designed as an ACTIVE document capable of technological modification as required.
 
 The instructional delivery of this curriculum is quality controlled through the lesson plan development of the teacher.
 
 
 
 
 
 

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PLANNED COURSE CURRICULUM GUIDE (PCCG)

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PURPOSE AND INTENT
 

 
 

The Planned Course Curriculum Guide (PCCG) is a multi-purpose document:
 

•  All staff, particularly new teachers, can understand instructional expectations through the WRITTEN curriculum
 
•  A continuing district-wide instructional process and scope and sequence of subject matter are enhanced. The WRITTEN curriculum is delivered through the TAUGHT curriculum [instructional content and learning activities] and is evaluated through the TESTED curriculum [expected levels of student achievement - learning outcomes]
 
•  Priority student-centered outcomes are identified and attained through suggested learning activities and content designed to help insure a balanced and comprehensive basic curriculum
 
••  Essential content and course standards provide an efficient basis for selecting appropriate instructional materials and resources
 
•  Staff development areas for curriculum improvement are provided
 
•  The PCCG conforms with current Pennsylvania Department of Education curriculum regulations and serves the dual feature of providing both an administrative document and an instructional guide
 
•  Content and subject format remain flexible and adaptable to modification - an “active” document
 
•  Special Pennsylvania Department of Education [PDE] legislation is identified
 
•  Parents and students are provided with an overview of the instructional program and each course in particular
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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DEFINITIONS
 

•  Course Description and Intent: a brief overview of the course and program goals
 
 
•  Instructional Time: frequency of class meetings and time/appropriate credit at the secondary level
 
 
•  Special Notes: emphatic features or highlights and identification of Department of Education mandates found in the course
 
 
•  Unit Lesson Outcome: describes the knowledge, skills, attitudes, student performance behaviors and areas of study that have been identified as appropriate to help the student attain the rigorous standards of a quality education
 
 
•  Teaching-Learning Activities: suggested activities designed to help all students achieve the learning outcomes and standards
 
 
•  Outcomes/Standards: statements establishing the minimal knowledge, skills, performance behaviors, and essential learning (content) a student must attain
 
 
•  Expected Levels of Achievement (Learning Outcomes): what students will be expected to do as a result of the application of teaching-learning activities and content
 
 
•  Evaluation Criteria (Actual Level of Attainment): student performance level achieved and measured through specified evaluation criteria

 
Subject Title: GERMAN III
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 10 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 1
 
The learner will identify and use the phonetics, diction and intonation of German language.

 
RELATIONSHIP TO PA OUTCOMES/STANDARDS (Check Appropriate Graduation Outcomes)
Communications
 
1.1
X
1.2
X
1.3
X
1.4
 
1.5
 
1.6
X 1.7 X
1.8
             
Mathematics
 
2.1
X
2.2
X
2.3
X
2.4
 
2.5
 
2.6
 
2.7
 
2.8
  2.9   2.10   2.11    
Science & Technology
 
3.1
 
3.2
 
3.3
 
3.4
 
3.5
 
3.6
 
3.7
 
3.8
  3.9          
Environment & Ecology
 
4.1
 
4.2
 
4.3
 
4.4
 
4.5
 
4.6
 
4.7
 
4.8
  4.9          
Civics & Government
 
5.1
 
5.2
 
5.3
 
5.4
                             
Economics
 
6.1
 
6.2
 
6.3
 
6.4
 
6.5
                         
Geography
 
7.1
 
7.2
 
7.3
 
7.4
                             
History
 
8.1
 
8.2
 
8.3
 
8.4
X                            
Arts & Humanities
 
9.1
 
9.2
 
9.3
 
9.4
                             
Health, Safety & PE
 
10.1
 
10.2
 
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
                         
Family & Consumer Science
 
11.1
 
11.2
 
11.3
 
11.4
                             
World Language
 
12.1
X
12.2
 
12.3
X
12.4
 
12.5
X
12.6
                     
Career Education & Work
 
13.1
 
13.2
 
13.3
 
13.4
                             

 

 
ESSENTIAL CONTENT OUTCOMES/STANDARD
 
CONTENT & INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES WITH CORRECTIVES AND EXTENSIONS (Individually created teaching activities may be used to achieve the standards; however, listed below are activities which may be helpful:
ACTUAL LEVEL OF ATTAINMENT (EVALUATION CRITERIA) ASSESSMENT
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
STANDARD 1      
  Recite the German alphabet with correct pronunciation.
  Correctly pronounce all German words from a given spelling.
  Correctly spell all German works from a given dictation.
  Distinguish between long and short vowels.
  Distinguish between regular and umlauted vowels.
  Utilize correct intonation in statements, questions and commands.
  Speak with an intonation and pronunciation acceptable to a native speaker.
  Link words within the same sentence.
  Pronounce diphthongs and triphthongs.
  Divide words into proper syllables.
  Distinguish between various German accents.
  		  Read German sentences/words to students and have them write the same.
  Have students listen to and mimic tapes of authentic German speakers.
  Have students sing German songs to practice pronunciation, accentuation and language rhythm.
  Have students read aloud sentences from textbook and other texts.
  Talk with German speaking exchange.
  Co-operative learning student groups.
  Role-play
  Flashcards to practice pronunciation.
  Oral question/answer
  Use overhead projector to elicit oral response.
Correctives:
  Audiotapes of materials and pronunciation.
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Flashcards
Extensions:
  Make use of teacher/classroom resources.
  Student generated activities and projects. 		  Oral participation/presentation.
Teacher observation
  Activities, which demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes comprised of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Also multiple choice, matching, true/false and essay.
  Portfolio
  Rubrics
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		District Approved:
  Textbook
  Workbook
  Videos
  Cassettes
  Teacher made games
  Book generated games
  Flashcards
  Overheads
  Resource people
  German magazines
  German newspapers
  Teacher generated worksheets
  Library
  Field Trips
  Realia
  Internet
 
 
 
 
 


 
Subject Title: GERMAN III
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 10 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 2
 
The learner will identify and utilize the vocabulary necessary to communicate in German.

 
RELATIONSHIP TO PA OUTCOMES/STANDARDS (Check Appropriate Graduation Outcomes)
Communications
 
1.1
X
1.2
X
1.3
X
1.4
X
1.5
X
1.6
X 1.7 X
1.8
X            
Mathematics
 
2.1
X
2.2
X
2.3
X
2.4
 
2.5
 
2.6
X
2.7
 
2.8
  2.9   2.10   2.11    
Science & Technology
 
3.1
 
3.2
 
3.3
 
3.4
 
3.5
 
3.6
 
3.7
 
3.8
  3.9          
Environment & Ecology
 
4.1
 
4.2
 
4.3
 
4.4
 
4.5
 
4.6
 
4.7
 
4.8
  4.9          
Civics & Government
 
5.1
X
5.2
 
5.3
 
5.4
                             
Economics
 
6.1
 
6.2
X
6.3
 
6.4
 
6.5
                         
Geography
 
7.1
X
7.2
X
7.3
X
7.4
                             
History
 
8.1
 
8.2
 
8.3
 
8.4
X                            
Arts & Humanities
 
9.1
 
9.2
 
9.3
 
9.4
                             
Health, Safety & PE
 
10.1
 
10.2
X
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
                         
Family & Consumer Science
 
11.1
 
11.2
 
11.3
X
11.4
                             
World Language
 
12.1
X
12.2
 
12.3
X
12.4
 
12.5
X
12.6
                     
Career Education & Work
 
13.1
 
13.2
 
13.3
X
13.4
                             

 

 
ESSENTIAL CONTENT OUTCOMES/STANDARD
 
CONTENT & INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES WITH CORRECTIVES AND EXTENSIONS (Individually created teaching activities may be used to achieve the standards; however, listed below are activities which may be helpful:
ACTUAL LEVEL OF ATTAINMENT (EVALUATION CRITERIA) ASSESSMENT
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
STANDARD 2      
       
  Eating (places and menus)
  Food/meals
  Personal hygiene
  Health and well being
  Free time activities
  Town buildings
  Vacation/holidays
  Travel
  Chores
  Shopping
  House and home
  Pollution
  Read and translate a German menu.
  Role-play situations from content areas.
  Talk about vacation destinations.
  Explain morning and evening routines.
  Tell time using the 24-hour clock.
  Express regret and skepticism.
  Express likes and preferences.
  Ask for and give advice.
  Express approval.
  Express feelings.
 
 
 
 
  		  Using flashcards, have students supply the gender, German word and the plural of nouns in all content areas.
  Have students make word searches and crossword puzzles to practice vocabulary from content areas.
  In-groups, have the students arrange cutout sentences to create a dialogue.
  Co-operative learning groups.
  Oral question/answer
  Overhead projection to elicit response.
  Listening drills to check for understanding.
Correctives:
  Audiotapes of situations.
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Construct flashcards
  Peer tutoring.
Extensions:
  Read/watch English versions of German literature/movies.
  Student generated activities and games.
  Peer tutoring
 
  		  Oral participation/presentation.
Teacher observation
  Activities, which demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes comprised of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Also multiple choice, matching, true/false and essay.
  Portfolio
  Rubrics
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		District Approved:
  Textbook
  Workbook
  Videos
  Cassettes
  Teacher made games
  Book generated games
  Flashcards
  Overheads
  Resource people
  German magazines
  German newspapers
  Teacher generated worksheets
  Library
  Field Trips
  Realia
  Internet
 
 
 
 
 
Subject Title: GERMAN III
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 10 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 3
 
The learner will identify and use grammatical structure of the German language.

 
RELATIONSHIP TO PA OUTCOMES/STANDARDS (Check Appropriate Graduation Outcomes)
Communications
 
1.1
X
1.2
X
1.3
X
1.4
X
1.5
X
1.6
X 1.7 X
1.8
X            
Mathematics
 
2.1
 
2.2
 
2.3
 
2.4
 
2.5
 
2.6
 
2.7
 
2.8
  2.9   2.10   2.11    
Science & Technology
 
3.1
 
3.2
 
3.3
 
3.4
 
3.5
 
3.6
 
3.7
 
3.8
  3.9          
Environment & Ecology
 
4.1
 
4.2
 
4.3
 
4.4
 
4.5
 
4.6
 
4.7
 
4.8
  4.9          
Civics & Government
 
5.1
 
5.2
 
5.3
 
5.4
                             
Economics
 
6.1
 
6.2
 
6.3
 
6.4
 
6.5
                         
Geography
 
7.1
 
7.2
 
7.3
 
7.4
                             
History
 
8.1
 
8.2
 
8.3
 
8.4
                             
Arts & Humanities
 
9.1
 
9.2
 
9.3
 
9.4
                             
Health, Safety & PE
 
10.1
 
10.2
X
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
                         
Family & Consumer Science
 
11.1
 
11.2
 
11.3
X
11.4
                             
World Language
 
12.1
X
12.2
 
12.3
X
12.4
 
12.5
X
12.6
                     
Career Education & Work
 
13.1
 
13.2
 
13.3
X
13.4
                             

 

 
ESSENTIAL CONTENT OUTCOMES/STANDARD
 
CONTENT & INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES WITH CORRECTIVES AND EXTENSIONS (Individually created teaching activities may be used to achieve the standards; however, listed below are activities which may be helpful:
ACTUAL LEVEL OF ATTAINMENT (EVALUATION CRITERIA) ASSESSMENT
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
STANDARD 3      
  Conjugate given verbs (regular or irregular) in present tense.
  Supply the conversational past tense for given weak or strong verbs.
  Supply the narrative past tense for given weak or strong verbs.
  Utilize reflexive construction in the accusative an dative cases.
  Describe unreal conditions using proper verb forms.
  Use correct word order after conjunctions.
  Identify and use command forms.
  Identify and use dative, accusative and 2-way prepositions.
  Identify and use correct dative, accusative and nominative cases.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Have students use co-operative learning groups to construct German sentences.
  Provide the students with worksheets to practice all grammar concepts under objectives.
  Using flashcards, have students provide past tenses of weak and strong verbs.
  Have the students participate in various oral and listening drills concerning grammar points.
  Give students sentences, which they must connect by using conjunctions.
  Have students orally describe their morning routines, to practice usage of the reflexive construction.
  Play “Simon Says” to practice command forms.
  Have students construct games to review grammar concepts.
Correctives:
  Audiotapes of situations.
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Construct flashcards
  Peer tutoring
Extensions:
  Student generated activities and games.
  Peer tutoring 		  Oral participation/presentation.
Teacher observation
  Activities, which demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes comprised of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Also multiple choice, matching, true/false and essay.
  Portfolio
  Rubrics
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		District Approved:
  Textbook
  Workbook
  Videos
  Cassettes
  Teacher made games
  Book generated games
  Flashcards
  Overheads
  Resource people
  German magazines
  German newspapers
  Teacher generated worksheets
  Library
  Field Trips
  Realia
  Internet
 
 
 
 
 


 
Subject Title: GERMAN III
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 10 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 4
 
The learner will identify aspects of the German Culture.
 

 
RELATIONSHIP TO PA OUTCOMES/STANDARDS (Check Appropriate Graduation Outcomes)
Communications
 
1.1
X
1.2
X
1.3
X
1.4
X
1.5
X
1.6
X 1.7 X
1.8
X            
Mathematics
 
2.1
 
2.2
 
2.3
X
2.4
 
2.5
 
2.6
X
2.7
 
2.8
  2.9   2.10   2.11    
Science & Technology
 
3.1
 
3.2
 
3.3
 
3.4
 
3.5
 
3.6
 
3.7
 
3.8
  3.9          
Environment & Ecology
 
4.1
 
4.2
 
4.3
 
4.4
 
4.5
 
4.6
 
4.7
 
4.8
  4.9          
Civics & Government
 
5.1
X
5.2
 
5.3
 
5.4
                             
Economics
 
6.1
 
6.2
X
6.3
 
6.4
 
6.5
                         
Geography
 
7.1
X
7.2
X
7.3
X
7.4
X                            
History
 
8.1
X
8.2
 
8.3
 
8.4
X                            
Arts & Humanities
 
9.1
 
9.2
X
9.3
 
9.4
X                            
Health, Safety & PE
 
10.1
 
10.2
X
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
                         
Family & Consumer Science
 
11.1
 
11.2
 
11.3
X
11.4
                             
World Language
 
12.1
X
12.2
 
12.3
X
12.4
 
12.5
X
12.6
                     
Career Education & Work
 
13.1
 
13.2
 
13.3
X
13.4
                             

 

 
ESSENTIAL CONTENT OUTCOMES/STANDARD
 
CONTENT & INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES WITH CORRECTIVES AND EXTENSIONS (Individually created teaching activities may be used to achieve the standards; however, listed below are activities which may be helpful:
ACTUAL LEVEL OF ATTAINMENT (EVALUATION CRITERIA) ASSESSMENT
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
STANDARD 4      
  Play German board and other games.
  Participate in the singing of German folksongs, Christmas songs and pop songs.
  Describe German Christmas and other holiday customs.
  Read a German menu/movie schedule.
  Read a German plane, train or bus schedule.
  Interpret a German television guide.
  Interact with foreign exchange students.
  Explain German restaurant etiquette/shopping customs.
  Follow a German map.
  Recognize German dialects and slang.
  Answer questions about shown videos and movies.
  Recall facts/information about The Holocaust.
  Recognize the impact of the HOLOCAUST on German History.
  Participate in field trips relating to German and/or Germany.
  Utilize his/her knowledge of German culture to develop an understanding of his/her own people. 		  Have the students sing the German National Anthem and various other German folksongs.
  Have the students listen to and discuss German music from the past and present.
  Have students sing German Christmas carols.
  Have the students interact with foreign exchange student.
  Have the students write letters to foreign penpals.
  Expose the students to the availability of language camps and study abroad programs.
  Provide students with information about German holidays and celebrations.
Correctives:
  Peer tutoring
  Audiotapes of materials and pronunciation.
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Flashcards
Extensions:
  Make use of teacher/classroom resources.
  Student generated activities and projects. 		  Oral participation/presentation.
Teacher observation
  Activities, which demonstrate knowledge of the concepts, taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes comprised of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Also multiple choice, matching, true/false and essay.
  Portfolio
  Rubrics
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		District Approved:
  Textbook
  Workbook
  Videos
  Cassettes
  Teacher made games
  Book generated games
  Flashcards
  Overheads