ENGLISH II
Length of Course: year Grade Level: 10 Pre-Requisites: English I
Course Description : English II focuses on an extensive review of grammar concepts, an exposure to literature concepts with emphasis placed on the short story and drama, and writing activities that emphasize the 6-trait model.
ENGLISH III
Length of Course: year Grade Level: 11 Pre-Requisites: English II
Course Description: This course focuses on writing skills, literature, listening and speaking. This includes the development and writing of paragraphs and essays in various forms, technical writing, and a research paper. Students read a variety of American literature for comprehension and to draw conclusions, and at least one major American novel, and will read research. Students are also expected to listen and participate in discussions and to make various presentations.
AMERICAN STUDIES
Length of Course: year Grade Level: 11 Pre-Requisites: English II
Course Description : American Studies is a two-hour block course that integrates English III with American History and is team-taught by two instructors, one from English and one from Social Science. The course covers American literature and American writers. The course includes study of grammar and composition as well, including an annotated research paper. The material covered is generally the same as is covered in English III and American History.
Updated 4-20-04