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 AP
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGE -- GRADES 10 - 12

 
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 1
 
The learner will identify and use phonetics, diction, and intonations of German.

 
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
X
10.3
 
10.4
 
10.5
                         
Family & Consumer Science
 
11.1
 
11.2
 
11.3
 
11.4
                             
World Language
 
12.1
X
12.2
X
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      
       
  Make wants and needs known through oral expression.
  Speak on a variety of topics.
  Speak with a pronunciation and intonation acceptable to a native speaker.
  Link words within sentences, using diphthongs.
  Converse in German using idiomatic and colloquial expressions.
  Summarize reading selections, lectures, stories, texts, passages, etc. orally.
  Orally analyze readings, videos, lectures, discussions, etc.
  Respond appropriately to questions based on readings, videos, discussions, etc.
  Respond spontaneously to random questions posed in class.
  Create oral questions.
  Utilize the correct form so the past, present and future tenses correctly in speaking.
 
  		  Discuss and analyze a reading selection.
  Use oral questions and answers.
  Use cooperative learning groups to create original sentences.
  Present oral summaries from selections.
  Present oral reports on given topics.
  Play educational games, which require speaking skills.
  Participate in classroom discussions.
  Conduct and respond to an interview.
  Converse with exchange students and resource persons.
  Take part in picture-storytelling activities.
Correctives:
  Elicit oral responses to materials displayed on overhead projector.
  Role-play given situations.
Extensions:
  Listen and repeat phrases and sentences from recordings of native speakers.
  Create and present dialogues and skits. 		  Oral participation/presentation
  Teacher observation
  Activities which demonstrate 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, an essay.
  Portfolio
  Rubrics
  Advanced placement practice examinations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved:
  Videos
  Cassettes
  Teacher-made games
  Situation cards
  Overheads
  Resource persons
  German magazines
  German newspapers
  Teacher-generated worksheets
  Reading selections
  Practice examinations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
Subject Title: GERMAN AP
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGE -- GRADES 10 - 12

 
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 2
 
The learner will listen identify and use vocabulary necessary to communicate in the target 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
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
 
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
X
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
X
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      
       
  Listen to and follow a conversation between German-speakers.
  Gather information from oral reports, lectures, videos, cassettes, etc.
  Identify the purpose, main points and details of speakers.
  		  Listen to readings, songs, conversations, narratives, lectures, questions, videos, television, cassettes, etc.
 
 
  		  Teacher observation
  Oral an written question/answer
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate listening skills
  Summarization
  Teacher-designed tests and quizzes
  Advanced Placement listening comprehension practice examinations
  The College Board Advanced Placement listening comprehension examination
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved:
  Videos
  Television
  Cassettes
  Resource persons
  Exchange students
  Advanced Placement listening comprehension practice examinations
  The College Board Advanced Placement listening comprehension examinations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
Subject Title: GERMAN AP
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGE -- GRADES 10 - 12

 
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 3
 
The learner will demonstrate proper usage of the 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
X
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      
       
  Read, interpret and respond to questions about narratives, short stories, essays, passages, newspapers, magazines, reports, advertisements, poems, etc.
  Develop successful strategies to interpret unfamiliar words, idioms, and other literary expressions.
  Differentiate between various forms of language.
  Appreciate differences in written style (e.g. humor, propaganda, sarcasm, etc.). 		  Create and respond to questions from reading selection.
  Make inferences based upon a reading.
  State opinions on a reading selection.
  Participate in a discussion relating to a reading passage.
  Supply missing words to a reading passage.
  Skim/scan a reading selection for information.
  Outline, summarize, and paraphrase a written work.
  Critique a written work.
  Use context clues to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words.
  Identify parts of speech and grammatical structures.
  Read passage aloud.
Correctives:
  Separate main ideas from subordinate ones.
  Recognize and define pertinent vocabulary terms and expressions.
Extensions:
  Summarize, paraphrase, explain, criticize and outline various written works.
  Compare and contrast written works.
  		  Oral presentation/participation.
  Activities which demonstrate understanding of the reading,
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the reading.
  Teacher-designed tests and quizzes.
  Advanced Placement practice examinations.
  The College Board Advanced Placement examination.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved:
  Various reading selections, e.g. essays, poems, short stories, novels, narratives, plays, etc.
  Overhead visuals
  German newspapers
  German magazines
  Computer hardware
  Library resources
  Internet
  Advanced Placement reading selection practice examinations
  The College Board Advanced Placement examinations
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Subject Title: GERMAN AP
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGE -- 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
 
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
X
6.3
 
6.4
 
6.5
                         
Geography
 
7.1
X
7.2
X
7.3
X
7.4
                             
History
 
8.1
X
8.2
 
8.3
 
8.4
X                            
Arts & Humanities
 
9.1
 
9.2
X
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
X
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      
       
  Write in a variety of modes, e.g. narrative, persuasive, expository, etc.
  Express feelings/points of view.
  React, respond, and/or critique, in writing, any given topic.
  Write an essay, using proper format and grammatical structures,
  Identify any written grammatical/vocabulary errors.
 
 
  		  Write in all styles and modes.
  Give a written response to a literary selection.
  React to/critique movies, newspaper articles, magazine articles, and television programs in writing.
  Create an original story.
  Write dialogues.
  Write an original poem.
  Write letter to pen pals.
 
Correctives:
  Write a description of a story.
 
Extensions:
  Defend a cause/view.
  Create a play.
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Written works, e.g. short stories, plays, critiques, narratives, poems, etc.
  Translation worksheets
  Research paper
  Summaries
  Outlines
  Journals
  Portfolios
  Rubrics
  Teacher-made tests/quizzes
  Advanced Placement practice examinations
  The College boar Advanced Placement examination
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved:
  Overhead visuals
  Journals
  Portfolios
  Worksheets
  Videos
  German newspapers
  German magazines
  Various literary selections
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

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