The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers and problem solvers. Students are not only reading for comprehension but for meaning and relevancy of the work as a whole. Literature is also an example of good writing. The writing improves when a student reads. Vocabulary also improves because the student is learning to read in context. We want successful students who can think critically and communicate effectively.
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English 11: How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?
What are my strengths and weaknesses?
Students will be asked to complete a Beginning of the Year Test so that we may monitor progress throughout the year. They will be asked to complete tests 2 more times throughout the year. From these tests, we may be able to identify individual strengths and weaknesses. Skills will be stressed so that there will be significant improvement in critical reading and writing.
How do I get ready for a LIVE broadcast?
Students will continue working as a team to get ready for daily live broadcasts. Students will prepare scripts and equipment, collaborate, and create. They will work on making sure that the Newscast progresses and improves.
Public Speaking: How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
Why are clear, concise, specific organized ideas necessary speech skills ?
Student will write, edit, and practice the Introductory Speech . Students will continue to read and respond to information found in the text to help them learn the importance of rhetorical skills when writing a speech. The application of information will aid with the writing of their Introductory Speech. Chapter 4 is due on Tuesday, September 18th. Speeches will commence on Wednesday, September 19th.
Keystone Remediation: How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?
What are my strengths and weaknesses?
This course requires a student to show improvement in standards that need to be strengthened. Students will be given a set of activities to complete each week. They will be responsible for meeting, grading, and conferencing with the teacher on areas of strengths and weaknesses. Every student will focus and work on improving their individual reading and writing skills for success on the Keystone. Highlighting, annotating, vocabulary dissection, vocabulary in context, fictional and nonfictional analysis, identification and application of literary terms, sample tests, and written responses will be practiced on a regular basis.
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