subjectsEnglish

subjectsEnglish is a term used in education to denote the subject area commonly known as English language arts in many systems. It covers language development, literature, and communication skills taught in primary and secondary schools. The label may appear in curricula documents, learning platforms, and data schemas as a field identifier, reflecting the subject's focus rather than a language itself.

Core domains include reading and viewing (comprehension, analysis of texts, media literacy), writing (grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, argumentation, style, proofreading), speaking and listening (presentations, discussion, collaboration), and literature (fiction, poetry, drama, critical analysis). In some curricula, language mechanics (grammar, punctuation, spelling) are taught as separate strands or integrated into writing and reading.

Regional variations: In the United States, the subject is often called English Language Arts (ELA) and combines reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language standards. In the United Kingdom, the subject English covers both language and literature, with separate GCSE/A-level assessments. Other regions adapt the terminology to their national languages and standards.

Assessment: teachers use quizzes, essays, reading journals, oral presentations, and performance tasks; standardised assessments may test reading comprehension and writing ability.

Related topics include language arts, literacy, grammar, and curriculum standards.