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English 3 DESCRIPTION
Critical thinking skills are utilized through student discussions known as Socratic seminars, literary analysis, cooperative learning projects, and advanced vocabulary development. The students utilize technology throughout the year. PREREQUISITE English I, English II HOMEWORK Homework is assigned on a regular basis and is used to reinforce classroom activities. NOVEL SELECTIONS Students read the following novels in
English III: Student performance is evaluated in a variety of ways including (but not limited to) objective tests, essays, literary compositions, Socratic seminars, creative projects, and new material analysis. GRADES 75% of a student's grade is achieved through major work such as tests, compositions, and projects. The remaining 25% is earned through daily work and homework assignments. In addition, a comprehensive exam is administered at the end of each semester.
English 3 APPace of Class College freshman level;
fast-paced. Long range of self-pacing and self planning. Outside Work One hour of homework per night, minimum.
Moby Dick AP skills used for analysis.
Must know how to state ideas effectively;
clear well-organized prose is expected. Recommended Background English 2 Honors with a minimum grade of 85. Able to read challenging material independently with good comprehension. PSAT score of 60 or higher. Differences in Weighting of Grades: Approximately 2 tests per marking period. Tests, quizzes, and major papers count 75%. Homework counts 25%. Fewer grades; each counts more. 10 - 15% of grade from participation in seminars. Overall
Expectations
English 3 HonorsDESCRIPTION Pace of Class High school level college prep class. Read books on own with only introduction and limited guidance. Self-pacing and planning to meet deadlines. Outside Work 3 - 4 hours of homework per week. Textbooks The Scarlet Letter Majority of reading is done outside of class. Class novel read every six weeks. Reading for theme, literary merit, and to learn AP analysis methods. Writing Skills First semester's concentration is analysis and revision. Concept of timed writing introduced and practiced at the honors level. Style analysis for tone, imagery and diction is introduced during the second semester. Recommended Background English 2 Honors or English 2 with a minimum of 85. Suggested PSAT score of 48 or higher. Differences in Weighting of Grades Fewer grades per marking period than English 3. Tests, quizzes, major papers comprise about 75%; daily homework and participation count for the remaining 25%. Participation grade based on seminars and discussions. Overall Expectations Complete classwork as assigned.
English 3 IB
TEXTS Fall Semester: Spring Semester: Please note
that students are not required to purchase texts, but are strongly REQUIREMENTS World Literature 1 Paper COURSE OBJECTIVE IB English III is the first year of a
two-year course designed to focus on the student's ability to locate,
comprehend, and evaluate college-level material; logically analyze information,
compare and contrast different sources of information; use documentation
styles correctly; organize, synthesize, and use ideas and language according
to IB standards; clearly communicate original and logical positions on
various topics; support argumentative positions by effectively citing
literature as evidence and by logically explaining reasoning. We examine
and re-examine the literature listed on this syllabus with special emphasis
on PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC HONOR In these days of moral relativism, we find it helps to address the issue of plagiarism from the outset. Plagiarism, as defined by the MLS Handbook for Writer of Research Papers, consists of "us[ing] another person's ideas or expressions in your writing without acknowledging the source...A writer who fails to give appropriate acknowledgment when repeating another's wording or particularly apt term, paraphrasing another's argument, or presenting another's line of thinking is guilty of plagiarism" (26). Plagiarism can be inadvertent, such as
misattribution, or a brief paraphrase that is Far more serious is substantially copying another's work, whether amateur or professional, and submitting it as your own. For the record, a student who knowingly plagiarizes will receive and automatic zero for the assignment and will be reported to both the IB Coordinator and the Sub-school Principal. Cheating on any assignment will be handled in the same manner.
English 4Pace of Class High school senior
level. Reinforcement of polished writing skills. Outside Work Beowulf: Read partly in class,
partly outside of class. One supplemental work each semester. Textbook Most texts provided Writing Skills Continue learning to write; practice using quotations from text within expository paper. Literary critique; mostly in class. Recommended Background Complete English 3. Differences in Weighting of Grades Daily grades over written homework and reading assignments, in addition to quizzes and tests. Overall Expectations Attend class daily, make good use of class time, complete assignments on time, study for quizzes and tests.
English 4 APPace of Class College sophomore levels or advanced standing freshman level. Students work independently and discuss materials after completing the reading. Outside Work The Oresteia Metaphysical poetry, modern poems, and shorts stories. Most are read outside of class. Independent literary research. Writing Skills Essay tests. Recommended Background English 3 AP with a minimum grade of 85. Differences in Weighting of Grades Group projects with creative components. Overal Expectations Independent reader of demanding work.
English 4 Honors
Pace of Class High school honors
senior level. Outside Work Macbeth Beowulf Canterbury Tales The Tempest Lord of the Flies Brave New World Heart of Darkenss Textbook Several paperback supplements to be purchased. Writing Skills Style analysis: study of effective writing elements. Refine skills using quotations and critical materials. Timed writings; writing process developed. Recommended Background English 3 AP or English 3 with a minimum
grade of 85. Differences in Weighting of Grades Fewer grades per marking period.
English 4 IBTEXTS Fall Semester: Spring Semester: Please note
that students are not required to purchase texts, but are strongly
REQUIREMENTS Completion of World Literature 1 Paper Major grades are worth 75% of the final grade; minor grades are worth 25%. COURSE OBJECTIVES IB English IV expands the knowledge gained in IB English III. Specifically, this course focuses on the students' ability to locate, comprehend, and evaluate college-level material; logically analyze information; compare and contrast different sources of information; use documentation styles correctly; organize, synthesize and use ideas and language according to IB standards; clearly communicate original and logical positions on various topics; support argumentative positions by effectively citing research as evidence and by logically explaining reasoning, and demonstrate Internet research capability. We examine/re-examine the literature listed on this syllabus with special emphasis on developing oral and written commentary skills. the student will also look at various films with a critical eye and explore the idea of film as a valid form of literature. Please note that IB emphasizes original thought, not regurgitation of instructor's teachings.
PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC HONOR In these days of moral relativism, we find it helps to address the issue of plagiarism from the outset. Plagiarism, as defined by the MLS Handbook for Writer of Research Papers, consists of "us[ing] another person's ideas or expressions in your writing without acknowledging the source...A writer who fails to give appropriate acknowledgment when repeating another's wording or particularly apt term, paraphrasing another's argument, or presenting another's line of thinking is guilty of plagiarism" (26). Plagiarism can be inadvertent, such as
misattribution, or a brief paraphrase that is Far more serious is substantially copying another's work, whether amateur or professional, and submitting it as your own. For the record, a student who knowingly plagiarizes will receive and automatic zero for the assignment and will be reported to both the IB Coordinator and the Sub-school Principal. Cheating on any assignment will be handled in the same manner.
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