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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I hope you have had a memorable summer! Getting back into the school schedule is going to be tough on all of us, but we got this! I am excited to motivate all of you with creative, relevant, and interesting content that will help you towards all future success. #Mission Possible
- What are my strengths and weaknesses?
Students have been introduced to the course requirements. This course requires a student to show improvement in standards which need to be strengthened. Every student will focus and work on improving their reading and writing skills for success on the Keystone through a variety of techniques and methods.
Honors English 12: What is my moral philosophy and how have I come to terms with it? -How do society and the people around me affect my morality? -How do I transform a message for a different audience?
Summer Reading Test on Tuesday, August 27th. Review of the Summer Reading Test. Analyzing style and structure of a novel. Identifying and applying hypocrisy, weakness, individuality, exile, and maturity in A Portrait. Identifying and applying art/life, appearance/reality, reputation/character, pleasure/virtue in Dorian Gray. Students will be introduced to the Children's Book Project. They will transform the Summer Reading novels into Children's Books. The Elements of a Children's Book Handout and the Rubric can be found on Google Classroom.
Broadcast Journalism: How does what we know about the world shape our perspectives? - How do I get ready for a LIVE broadcast?
Students have been introduced to the course requirements. They will begin working as a team to get ready for daily live broadcasts next week. Students will get acquainted with scripts, equipment, collaboration, and anxiety! Wish us all luck as we prepare for our live broadcast on Tuesday, September 3rd!
Public Speaking: What really matters?
- How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
- Why do I get nervous?
Students have been introduced to the course requirements. They will engage in discussions about Public Speaking in order to create a safe, comfortable environment. Students will be reading and responding to information found in the text to help them learn the importance of both listening and speaking skills when writing a speech. The application of information will aid with the writing of their Introductory Speech. The first Chapter will be due on Friday, August 30th with a quiz on September 3rd.
- How do basic speaking and listening skills help us to communicate?
- Why do I get nervous?
Students have been introduced to the course requirements. They will engage in discussions about Public Speaking in order to create a safe, comfortable environment. Students will be reading and responding to information found in the text to help them learn the importance of both listening and speaking skills when writing a speech. The application of information will aid with the writing of their Introductory Speech. The first Chapter will be due on Friday, August 30th with a quiz on September 3rd.
Keystone Literature: How can I improve myself?
-How does my interaction with the text provoke thinking and response?- What are my strengths and weaknesses?
Students have been introduced to the course requirements. This course requires a student to show improvement in standards which need to be strengthened. Every student will focus and work on improving their reading and writing skills for success on the Keystone through a variety of techniques and methods.
