Dialectic Class Descriptions and Supply List

Dialectic

The Great Conversation I

In this course, Dialectic students will immerse themselves in the Great Conversations of Ancient Times. Through readings of literature from the Biblical and Classical Civilizations as well as through lively discussions, their minds will be enlightened, trained, and developed while their hearts are turned toward what is long-lasting and true. Students will be required to read several book selections from Veritas Press’s Omnibus I Secondary curriculum.

In addition to the Great Conversation, students will also spend time enjoying and creating poetry through various activities.

Required Curriculum: Omnibus I Teacher Edition (which includes the downloadable resources), individual literature books, and The Roar on the Other Side

At Home Requirements: Students will complete weekly reading assignments and writing assignments as well as come to class fully prepared to engage in class discussions

Public Speaking

In this course students will learn memory and delivery techniques as they write and present five styles of speeches: self-introductory, narrative, expository, persuasive, and impromptu. Students evaluate recorded speeches in preparation for self-evaluation. This class helps students become competent and confident public speakers.

Required Curriculum: Introduction to Public Speaking [Binder & Student Packet]  Each student must have his/her own Binder & Student Packet.

Geography

This course describes and explains the world God created. Students will learn about mankind's interaction with the world both in the past and in the present. The curriculum addresses two main questions: How has the physical world made a difference in what people have done, how they have lived, and how they live today? How have people made a difference in the physical world, and how are they making a difference in it today?

Your student will gain a rich understanding of physical and human geography through reading the narrative lessons, studying the maps and completing map assignments, reading literature about people and places around the world, completing writing assignments and hands-on projects, and gaining a Biblical perspective on world religions and culture.

Required Curriculum: Notgrass History “World Geography” set.

At Home Requirements: Complete assigned activities from the book and come to class fully prepared to engage in class discussions.

Dialectic Student Supply List