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. 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.
 
 
 
               
 
 
 

PLANNED COURSE CURRICULUM GUIDE (PCCG)
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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PLANNED COURSE CURRICULUM GUIDE (PCCG)

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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 II
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 9 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 1
 
The learner will identify and use the phonetics, diction and intonation 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
 
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.
  Pronounce words correctly from given spelling.
  Write words correctly from given dictation.
  Distinguish between long and short vowels.
  Utilize correct intonation in statements, questions and commands.
  Recognize German dialects.
  Recognize and pronounce umlauted vowels.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Spell names and other vocabulary words in German, using the German alphabet.
  Provide students with a list of German words and have them give the correct pronunciation.
  Say a German word and have students spell it.
  Listen to authentic German speakers on tape and mimic the speaker.
  Sing German songs to practice pronunciation.
  Play "Hangman" in German to practice pronunciation of German letters.
  Co-op learning groups
  Role play
  Flashcards
Correctives:
  Student/teacher made flashcards
  Audiotapes (listen and repeat sounds).
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Practice spelling quiz.
Extensions:
  Read supplemental articles to practice pronunciation.
  Expand vocabulary to practice pronunciation.
  Listen to authentic speakers of German.
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes.
  Activities that demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Rubrics
  Portfolios
  Oral presentations/participation
  Teacher observation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved Text
  District approved Workbook
  District approved video
  District approved cassette
  Various Games
  Teacher made book generated
  Flashcards
  Overhead visuals
  Resource people- exchange students
  Magazines
  Newspapers
  Handouts
  Realia
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
Subject Title: GERMAN II
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 9 - 12
UNIT LESSON OUTCOME: 2
 
The learner will develop and utilize a 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
 
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
 
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
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      
       
  Describe situations depicted in audio/visual materials.
  Answer (oral and written) questions utilizing vocabulary from the following topics: (a) travel and vacation, (b) animals (wild and domestic), (c) letter writing, (d) months and days of week, (e) school sports, (f) restaurant, (g) shopping, (h) yard work/household, (I) insects, (j) gardening, (k) flowers, (l) clothing, (m) weather, (n) seasons, (o) numbers, (p) metric system, (q) social situations.
  Distinguish the differences and similarities of cognates.
  Demonstrate understanding of German idioms through utilization.
  Make his/her basic wants and needs known in German (oral and written).
  Translate (oral and written) any material pertaining to selected topics.
  Count to infinity.
  Discuss in German any topic from selected topics.
  Demonstrate verbal and written knowledge of the vocabulary in selected topics.
  Utilize the metric system.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Have students do math problems aloud to practice numbers.
  Have students write a postcard to someone in Germany.
  Give students role-play situations to act out with a partner: (a) restaurant scenes, (b) shopping scenes.
  Have students construct a German birthday card/Christmas card.
  Have students describe the weather in German.
  Supply students with metric charts and have them tell their height in meters and their weight in kilograms.
  Have students translate sentences from German to English and vice-versa in all content areas.
  Using vocabulary flash cards, have students supply the gender, the German word, and the plural of nouns in all content areas.
  Have the students make word searches and crossword puzzles to practice vocabulary from the content areas.
  Have students describe situations from picture.
  Play games to practice vocabulary: Jeopardy, Hangman, and Scrabble.
  In pairs or groups, have the students arrange cutout sentences to create a dialogue.
  Listening comprehension tapes.
  Sing German songs.
Correctives:
  Student and teacher made flashcards.
  Audiovisual reinforcement of vocabulary.
  Pair work to quiz vocabulary.
  Use of audiocassettes of text material.
  Utilize crossword puzzles and other games to review vocabulary.
Extensions:
  Read supplemental materials to reinforce key concepts.
  Read multiple articles to support key vocabulary.
  Expand the vocabulary list.
  Create puzzles and vocabulary games.
 
 
 
 
  		  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes.
  Activities that demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Rubrics
  Portfolios
  Oral presentations/participation
  Teacher observation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved Text
  District approved Workbook
  District approved video
  District approved cassette
  Various Games
  Teacher made book generated
  Flashcards
  Overhead visuals
  Resource people- exchange students
  Magazines
  Newspapers
  Handouts
  Realia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

 
Subject Title: GERMAN II
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 9 - 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
 
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
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      
       
  Answer and ask questions and describe situations using correct grammatical structures from level I and the content areas.
  Write sentences using correct grammatical structures.
  Correctly utilize (in writing and speaking) the following grammar concepts: (a) formal speech (using Sie), (b) accusative prepositions, (c) giving commands, (d) verbs last position in dependent clauses, (e) verb first position in questions and commands, (f) verb second in statements and questions, (g) coordinating conjunctions, (h) subordinating conjunctions, (i) making comparisons, (j) conversational past tense of verbs, (k) indirect objects (dative case), (l) dative pronouns, (m) verbs taking dative case, (n) weak and strong verb conjugation, (o) separable prefix verbs, (p) modal auxiliary verbs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Provide the students with worksheets to practice all grammar concepts listed under outcomes.
  Give commands for students to act out (use total physical response).
  Have students interview each other to practice correct question formation.
  Have the students do workbook exercises to practice all grammar concepts listed under outcomes.
  Provide overhead projector activities to practice grammar concepts.
  Play games to review grammar concepts (Jeopardy).
  Have students provide conjugation of verbs shown on flash cards.
  Have students participate in various oral and written grammar drills from the text.
  Listening/tape comprehension drills.
Correctives:
  Students work in pairs to quiz grammar concepts.
  Utilize reteaching activities.
  Provide extra practice of concepts.
Extensions:
  Read supplementary articles to reinforce key concepts.
  Create lists of grammar concepts and samples of their usage.
  Student generated activities.
  Teacher classroom resources.
 
 
 
 
  		  Teacher/textbook designed tests and quizzes.
  Activities that demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Worksheets designed to demonstrate knowledge of the concepts taught.
  Rubrics
  Portfolios
  Oral presentations/participation
  Teacher observation
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  District approved Text
  District approved Workbook
  District approved video
  District approved cassette
  Various Games
  Teacher made book generated
  Flashcards
  Overhead visuals
  Resource people- exchange students
  Magazines
  Newspapers
  Handouts
  Realia
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

 
Subject Title: GERMAN II
 
Discipline/Grade Level: 		 
WORLD LANGUAGES -- GRADES 9 - 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
 
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
                             
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
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      
       
  Locate and identify Germany, its neighboring countries, major cities, major rivers and other bodies of water, and major geographical features on a map of Europe.
  Participate in the singing of German folksongs, Christmas songs and pop songs.
  Play German board games, such as Scrabble, Lotto, etc.
  Describe the German school and grading systems.
  Recognize names of typical German foods.
  Recognize the metric system.
  Discuss major historical and current events.
  Write a letter to a German penpal.
  Recall and discuss information from movies, videos, field trips and guest speakers.
  Play German computer games.
  Interact with foreign exchange students.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  		  Provide students with blank maps of Germany and have them label neighboring countries, major cities, and geographical features.
  Have the students sing the German National Anthem and various other popular folksongs.
  Have the students sing German Christmas Carols.
  Have the student watch and discuss German movies and videos.
  Have student's interact with foreign exchange students.
  Have the student write letters to German-speaking penpals.
  Expose students to the availability of language camps and study abroad programs.
  Expose the students to German pop songs.
  Provide the students with samples of German bologna and bread.
  Have the students convert their height and weight to meters and kilograms.
  Have student's role-play German restaurant situations.
  Have students make a birthday card in German.
  Provide students with information about German holidays and compare to American holidays.
Correctives:
  Make use of travel brochures to identify places of interests, festivals etc.
  Provide current newspaper and magazine articles in class.
  Utilizing reteaching activities.
  Re-inforce German customs/culture by supplementary reading.
Extensions:
  Read brochures and other realia to re-inforce cultural concepts.
  Create a list of German customs.
  Read magazine articles on German customs.
  Make use of teacher classroom resources.