English English I Honors 140 1 credit
9 2 semesters
This course is devoted to developing composition skills and introducing the students to all major literary genres of short story, drama, poetry, novel, essay and mythology. The writing process is developed in connection with grammar and vocabulary throughout the year. Writing requirements include literary analysis and a research paper in MLA style developed through the full research process. Summer reading required.
English I Advanced
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141 1 credit
2 semesters
This course focuses on composition skills and introduces students to the major literary genres of short story, drama, poetry, novel, essay and mythology. Independent reading assignments are given regularly. Students develop composition skills through various modes of writing, including a literary analysis paper, both with teacher guidance and via independent practice. Grammar and vocabulary are studied throughout the year. Summer reading required.
English I 144 1 credit
9 2 semesters
This course focuses on the basics of composition and introduces students to the major literary genres of short story, drama, poetry, novel, essay and mythology. Reading assignments are completed both with teacher support and independently. Students develop composition skills through various modes of writing, including a literary analysis paper, both with extensive teacher guidance and via independent practice. Students will review basic principles of grammar as a means to develop their writing skills. Grammar and vocabulary are studied throughout the year. Summer reading required.
English II Honors 130 1 credit
10 2 semesters
This course continues to develop and expand upon the composition and analysis skills learned during freshman year. Nonfiction, poetry, short story, drama and novels in World Literature are explored and analyzed. Close reading skills are reinforced and critical thinking skills are cultivated. Writing requirements include various forms of personal, persuasive and literary analysis essays in MLA style. Research skills are reinforced and developed. Several forms of graded discussion are implemented throughout the year, and students are given the opportunity to practice their public speaking skills. Summer reading required.
English II Advanced 131 1 credit
10 2 semesters
This course continues to develop and expand upon the writing, grammar, and vocabulary skills learned in freshman year. Nonfiction, poetry, short story, drama and novels in World Literature are explored and analyzed. Close reading skills are introduced and critical thinking skills are cultivated. Writing requirements include various forms of personal and literary analysis essays in MLA style. Research skills are introduced and practiced. Writing assignments are completed both independently and with teacher guidance. Several forms of graded discussion are implemented throughout the year, and students are given the opportunity to practice their public speaking skills. Summer reading required.
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