Saturday, August 11, 2012

English Literature Course Description


English Literature for High School


Class Description
This course examines the great works of English literature designed to engage students in careful reading and critical analysis of various works in the English canon. Students will also be exposed to the general movements and styles throughout the centuries providing them a strong foundation for a lifetime of reading. While studying, students will also familiarize themselves with figurative language, various genres, analytical skills, critical thinking, vocabulary, and the historical value of literature. During this course students will also learn how to read more effectively customizing their education experience to best fit their personal learning styles and preferences all while studying literature from Beowulf to the present. Students will complete in-depth novel studies from a variety of literary movements while also exploring a broad survey of English Literature.

Upon completion of this two-semester course, motivated students should be able to take the college credit earning CLEP English Literature examination. Additional materials may be recommended for students who desire to take the CLEP test. This class can qualifies as one literature credit on a high school transcript.

Grade Level(s) 8-12

Curriculum Required
If possible buy the specified edition and version of the books.

Prerequisites: none

Class Days/Hours: Tuesdays/12:30-2:00

Start Date: August 21, 2012

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