Mr. Whittaker

Syllabus     

English I and English II 

edward.whittaker@howlandschools.org

*All class instructions, assignments, and materials can be found on Google Classroom.

2024-25

 TEXT:  THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE (10) /Elements of Literature (9) 

 Advancing Vocabulary Skills-On Google Classroom

 NOVELS: Located in the school library, textbook  or an electronic version. 

 The Crucible (play-text)        The Odyssey 

Of Mice and Men                        Romeo and Juliet

The Catcher in the Rye           The Adoration of Jenna Fox 

               COURSE DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE  (English II)

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This course is an American Literature based study of the human experience and its contribution and influence on the evolution of our contemporary society.  In exploring various aspects of our history and culture through the stories and experiences of those who have lived it, one gains an understanding of what it is that makes us distinctly “American”.  Moreover, it helps an individual gain perspective and insight about human nature as well as one's place, purpose and responsibility as a part of our democratic society.  

English I and  II     Course Expectations:

Students are expected to arrive each day prepared to learn.  This includes having the following books and materials: Text-The American Experience, or assigned novel, journal/notebook, and a writing utensil.  Students are responsible for these materials every day. Chromebooks will be utilized throughout the year, and students should always have them charged and ready to use. Assignments are posted on my white board and my website, and materials/handouts/worksheets are shared on Classroom. 

Students are also expected to demonstrate a positive attitude, show a willingness to learn and actively participate in classroom activities and discussions. Ultimately, students are responsible, and will be held accountable, for any and all actions in the classroom.

Evaluation and Assessment: English I and II

Student progress and understanding will be measured in a variety of ways. Research indicates that assessment should be ongoing and serve to drive instruction; therefore, a student’s grade will never be determined by only a few assignments/tests or quizzes. Grades will be determined by performance on a wide variety of assessments including the following:

Tests-2-3 per   9 weeks 

Quizzes                                                                       

Journals

Essays

Homework

Projects

Classwork/participation