Download Ethiopian new Curriculum grade 8 english for ethiopia Student Textbook PDF

Writers

The textbook is authored & Prepared by:

• Dr. Cherie Mesfin
• Dr. Dawit Amogne

Publisher

Published by: Ministry of Education of Ethiopia

Country of Origin

Ethiopia, The content is tailored to the Ethiopian context.

Pages

The textbook contains 152 pages, organized into several units that cover a range of topics.

Total Units

The textbook includes 10 units, each focusing on different aspects of topic.

Curriculum

The textbook follows the Ethiopian New Curriculum

File Size

The digital file size of the textbook is 4.8 MB, available in PDF format

The textbook consists of 10 chapters or units that cover various topics related to English language and literacy. The chapters include:

Unit 1: Economic Activities in Rural Areas

• Covers different economic activities in rural areas such as agriculture, mining, fishing, planting, manufacturing, and energy production.
• Focuses on developing students' listening, speaking, reading, and vocabulary skills related to rural economic activities.

Unit 2: Types of Calendars

• Introduces different types of calendars including lunar, solar, lunisolar, solilunar, and lunistellar calendars.
• Develops students' understanding of the relationships between calendar types and the cycles of the sun and moon.

Unit 3: Traffic Rules and Regulations

• Discusses various traffic rules and regulations, including signs, signals, and pedestrian safety.
• Aims to enhance students' knowledge and awareness of road safety.

Unit 4: Animal Conservation

• Covers the importance of animal conservation, threats to wildlife, and conservation efforts.
• Fosters students' understanding of the need for protecting endangered species.

Unit 5: Livestock Farming

• Explores different aspects of livestock farming, such as breeds, feeding, and management.
• Helps students develop their vocabulary and comprehension related to livestock farming.

Unit 6: Afforestation

• Focuses on the benefits of afforestation, reforestation, and forest conservation.
• Encourages students to consider the environmental importance of trees and forests.

Unit 7: Charity

• Discusses the concept of charity, its importance, and different forms of charitable activities.
• Develops students' awareness and appreciation of philanthropic efforts.

Unit 8: Personal Hygiene

• Covers various aspects of personal hygiene, including grooming, cleanliness, and disease prevention.
• Aims to promote healthy habits and practices among students.

Unit 9: Gender Equality

• Addresses issues of gender equality, roles, and stereotypes.
• Promotes understanding and appreciation of gender diversity and equal rights.

Unit 10: Computer Technology

• Introduces the basics of computer technology, including its components, uses, and impact.
• Helps students gain a fundamental understanding of computer systems and their applications.

Students will gain understanding in:

• Proficiency in the English Language: Developing proficiency in the English language through the four key skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Ethiopian Context Topics: Enhancing their understanding and knowledge of various topics related to the Ethiopian context, such as economic activities, traffic rules, animal conservation, and computer technology.
• Critical Thinking and Communication Skills: Fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills through engaging activities and tasks presented in the curriculum.
• Awareness of Social, Environmental, and Technological Issues: Promoting awareness and appreciation of important social, environmental, and technological issues in Ethiopia, encouraging students to become informed and responsible citizens.