Course Overview
In this course, students will continue to enhance their understanding of the six ways of using language: reading, writing, listening, viewing, representing, and speaking (also called strands). This is accomplished through the study of eight units:
*Writing Conventions
*Short Stories I
*Essays
*Poetry
*Research
*Short Stories II
*Novel Study
*Film Study
Students will continue to appreciate language and literacy, refine comprehension, and further develop personal and critical response to oral, print, and media texts. This course also promotes improvement in the clarity and artistry of communication.
This course requires a novel to study, choose ONE from the list below:
*Alone at Ninety Foot by Katherine Holubitsky
*Cardboard by Doug TenNapel
*Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card
*Homeless Bird by Gloria Whelan
*Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen
- Teacher: Kerry Welsh
Course Overview
Online: In this course, you’ll study the six ways—or strands—of using language: reading, writing, listening, viewing, representing, and speaking. This is accomplished through the study of five units:
Unit 1: Visual Communication
Unit 2: Non-Fiction
Unit 3: Poetry
Unit 4: Fiction
Unit 5: Novel
You’ll learn to comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print, and media texts to enhance the clarity and artistry of your communication and your appreciation for English literature.
Print: In this course, you’ll engage in purposeful language activities as you study a variety of oral, print, and media texts to comprehend messages and meaning so you can respond both critically and personally. You’ll also further develop your appreciation of language and your ability to use it confidently and competently in a variety of situations. You’ll also explore, practice, and demonstrate reading, writing, viewing, representing, listening, and speaking skills.
- Teacher: Kerry Welsh
Course Overview
In this course, you’ll study the six ways—or strands—of using language: reading, writing, listening, viewing, representing, and speaking. This is accomplished through five units of study:
Unit 1: Visual Communication
Unit 2: Non-Fiction
Unit 3: Poetry
Unit 4: Fiction
Unit 5: Novel
Through this course, you’ll better understand and appreciate the English language and will learn to use language confidently, competently, and artistically for effective communication, personal growth, and learning.
ONE novel is required for Unit 5. You may choose any novel from the following list:
Cowboys Don’t Cry by Marilyn Halvorson
I Am David by Anne Holm
Peacekeepers by Dianne Linden
Who is Frances Rain? by Margaret Buffie
Smile by Raina Telgelmeier
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznik
The Wreckers by Ian Lawrence