English IV
Course Overview
English IV provides an intensive study of composition during which students will employ the stages of the composition process including prewriting, writing, and revision. The course also includes an in-depth study of British and other selected literature with historical background, literary analysis, and outside reading assignments. Students will explore literature through discussion and writing.
Syllabus
Back to School Video.mp4Class Calendar
Required Class Materials
Charged iPad/Laptop EVERY DAY
Writing Utensils & Composition Notebook
Beowulf (in lit book)
Macbeth (in lit book)
The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch (Student Purchase)
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (Student Purchase)
Student selected novels- ISR
Google Classroom
Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.
Additional Resources
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