Prerequisite Courses
Home Learning
Moderate
Course Description
This reading and writing course explores the human experience through literature. Through a close reading of poetry, prose, drama, and non-fiction, students will think critically, speak thoughtfully, and write effectively for a variety of audiences and purposes. Through collaborative examination and analysis of language, students will strengthen their own writing and experience the depth and power of great literature.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Connect literature to life.
- Recognize the social/historical context of literature.
- Learn to analyze a variety of literary texts.
- Explain and defend a point of view by substantiating ideas with accurate and relevant detail.
- Develop an understanding of the power of writing and images to transform human experience.
- Work towards establishing a personal voice and writing style in a variety of media.
- Contribute to and learn from class and group discussions.
- Speak articulately and confidently to an audience.
Assessment
Student assessments will include:
- Visible learning
- In class essays
- Graphic interpretations
- Creative writing
- Processed written assignments
- Teacher/peer/self-assessments
- Presentations and projects (individual and group)
- Small group and class discussions/shared inquiry/activities
Grades
11
Grading Scheme
Standards-based Course