English 11 American Literature
Description:
Dedicated to creating effective and adaptable readers and writers, American Literature builds on the previous foundational Excel High School English courses. This course is sequenced using significant milestones in American history, which influenced American authors. Utilizing classic American literature in the form of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama, students will master literary-analysis techniques to maximize comprehension of the selected readings. In addition, written language tasks are provided to help guide students to produce organized essays that showcase their ability to effectively communicate their ideas in writing.
Textbooks: English 11 American Literature – Excel Education Systems ©
Course objectives:
Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:
- Demonstrate background knowledge of foundational works of American literature
- Analyze influential American literature including: nonfiction, fiction, poetry, and drama
- Evaluate literary structure and reasoning
- Analyze the impact of author’s choices regarding implementation of literary elements
- Acquire new vocabulary identified in reading selections
- Demonstrate written proficiency in literary analysis
- Enhance expository and persuasive writing skills
Contents:
Semester A
Unit 1: An Emerging Nation
Unit 2: Celebrating the Individual
Unit 3: An Age of Transition
Semester B
Unit 4: Capturing the American Landscape
Unit 5: A Changing Awareness
Unit 6: New Perspectives
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Quizzes……………………...... 30%
Written Assignments..... 30%
Final Exam ………………..... 40%
100%
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