Group 1 Courses: English

Group 1 consists of two English courses that offer students an opportunity to gain a deeper appreciation of the aspects of the English language through a variety of texts. Critical thinking skills, modes of expression, and cultural awareness are all developed through listening, speaking, reading, and writing.   

Course Options:

IB English Language and Literature HL - 2 years/1 period - Year 1 (Code: 582) / Year 2 (Code: 583)

IB English Literature and Performance SL - 1 year/1 period - (Code: 584)

*For the most up-to-date course information and descriptions, see the Academic Programs and Pathways resource

IB English Courses Description: 

• Focus on exploring global issues through texts 

• Take a portfolio-based approach to assessment:

  • In-Class Assessments

    • Discussions / Performance Tasks

    • Writing 

    • Reading-Writing Journal

  • End-of-Course Exam 

    • Writing 

• Focus on larger philosophical questions such as: 

  • What knowledge do texts contain? 

  • How can language transmit knowledge?

  • What distinguishes a “good” interpretation from a “bad” interpretation?  

  • How do we define “truth” when studying literature?

• What kinds of activities do we do in class? 

  • Discussions 

    • Whole-Class

    • Small-Group 

    • Partner 

  • Writing 

    • Analytical 

    • Creative

  • Projects 

    • Individual

    • Small-Group 

• Course Structure: 

  • All Courses are two years. 

  • Seniors are allowed to take one year of a course as long as they are aware that they will not be able to earn the IB Certificate.

• All Courses are weighted.