Composition I S1 (MCC Engl-151) teaches the fundamentals of effective writing combined with the reading of selected texts. Students read and write narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative prose with emphasis on clear, concise expression of ideas. This course requires advanced reading and intermediate writing. There is continued emphasis and increased rigor in the progressive development of skills identified in the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts (11-12). Students will be assessed, in part, through the use of regular district-wide benchmark assessments. This course includes special emphasis on project-based learning opportunities, synthesis skills, and independent learning strategies. Per MCC guidelines, students are required to write 4000 words in Engl-151.
Composition II S2 (MCC Engl- 152) builds on the knowledge and skills gained in Composition I. Students continue to practice essay writing with a focus on research papers supported by scholarly evidence as well as the critical analysis of literature. This course requires advanced reading and advanced writing. There is continued emphasis and increased rigor in the progressive development of skills identified in the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts (11-12). Students will be assessed, in part, through the use of regular district-wide benchmark assessments. This course includes special emphasis on project based learning opportunities, synthesis skills, and independent learning strategies. Per MCC guidelines, students are required to write 5000 words in Engl-152.
Open to: 11th-12th grade
Learning Format: Blended
Course Length: Year (S1 and S2 one semester each)
Prerequisite: Successful performance on the English placement test, an ACT English and Reading score of 19 or higher, or an SAT composite reading and writing score of 480 or higher, successful completion of an English III-leveled course, and required teacher recommendation.
Note for both S1 and S2: A grade of "C" or higher is required for IAI transfer. A student who scores a 4 or 5 on the AP Lang. or AP Lit tests has already completed this credit for college therefore, should not take DC English S1 or S2.
MCC hours earned: 3.0 hours for S1 and 3.0 hours for S2