Course Description
British Literature and Composition IV is a class that requires students to identify their own strengths and weaknesses as a critical reader and writer, build on previous knowledge, and demonstrate their growth by analyzing and exploring British literature (poetry, short stories, essays, dramas and novels). Students will illustrate their understanding through a variety of assessments and by writing research papers, editorials and essays, reflection and other types of writing.
Course Objectives
Apply word analysis and vocabulary skills to comprehend selections.
Apply reading strategies to improve understanding and fluency.
Understand how literary elements and techniques are used to convey meaning.
Read, comprehend and interpret a variety of literary works.
Use correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization and structure.
Compose well-organized and coherent writing for specific purposes and audiences.
Communicate ideas in writing to accomplish a variety of purposes.
Listen effectively in formal and informal situations.
Speak effectively using language appropriate to the situation and audience.
Locate, organize and use information from various sources to answer questions, solve problems and communicate ideas.
Apply acquired information, concepts and ideas to communicate in a variety of formats.
Course Information
Textbook: Literature and Language
Each student must have:
a three-ring binder divided into 5 categories – daily notes, homework, handouts, vocabulary, writing (this will be collected and evaluated periodically, bring daily)
a journal (bring daily)
access to a computer with internet
Portfolio
Students will be require to prepare and present a key concept to the class (recorded), write a formal literary analysis of a teacher-approved piece of literature, and memorize and give a dramatic interpretation of a Shakespearean text (recorded).
Papers
Formal papers will be graded on rubrics and must be submitted:
- Double-spaced
- Times New Roman, 12 font
- As hard copy and via email ewheeler@newarkhs.k12.il.
Grading Scale
99-100 = A+ 91-92 = B+ 84-85 = C+ 76-77 = D+
95-98 = A 88-90 = B 80-83 = C 72-75 = D
92.5-94 = A 85.5-87= B- 77.5-79 = C- 69.5-71 = D-
Expectations
Prompt – Please be in your seats when the bell rings. (3 tardies = 2 hour detention after school)
Prepared – Complete all outside assignments and bring necessary items to class.
Productive – Use class time effectively.
Polite – Show respect to one another.
Positive – Encourage your own growth and that of others by remaining optimistic and open-minded.
You are expected to follow the discipline policies stated in the school handbook.
Consequences
Our classroom must be a place where students feel comfortable and confident learning. Any violation of the above expectations can endanger a healthy educational environment and will result in the following:
Verbal or written warning
Detention (before school only) and Parental/Guardian Contact
Referral
Homework
Each day homework is assigned, write the assignment in your agenda as well as approximately how long you believe it will take to complete it. If the assignment is not turned in when I collect it, it may be turned in one day late for half credit.
Absences
In the event a student has an excused absence, he/she has one day for every day out to turn in the missed assignments. Students with unexcused absences will not be afforded this opportunity. Any missed assignments due to unexcused absences may result in up to 4.4% of the student quarter grade reduction due to the loss of participation and instruction.
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