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Online Pre-AP English 9 (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
LA4V08S1 and LA4V08S2 PREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE: 9LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: English 9OUT OF CLASS WORK: DailyFEE: None Through both classic and contemporary texts, Pre-AP English 9 prepares students for the writing, reading, and critical thinking required in Advanced Placement courses. The depth, rigor, and pacing are demanding in Pre-AP English 9; it is a writing-intensive course, with an emphasis on growing students’ skills in crafting strong arguments. The chosen texts reflect rich themes, varied perspectives, fiction and non-fiction, and exemplary literary craft. The literature explores the universal themes of coming of age, identity, and the hero’s journey. In examining these works, students will study the structure of the work and techniques specific to the genre, and develop close reading and literary analysis skills. The course will focus on thesis-driven writing that is well-organized, concise, and free from grammatical and mechanical errors. Students will practice revision skills to fine tune ideas and develop an engaging style. Students receive additional practice in research skills, vocabulary acquisition, and grammar and usage. Students will regularly participate in small group and whole class discussionsOnline Pre-AP English 9 (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
Online Pre-AP English 10 (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
LA4V09S1 and LA4V09S2Online Pre-AP English 10 (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
PREREQUISITE: Pre-AP English 9; Summer reading *GRADE: 10LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: English 10OUT OF CLASS WORK: DailyFEE: None This course will continue to build on the work students did in Pre-AP English 9. Pre-Advanced Placement English 10 will encompass the language arts skills of literary analysis, writing, research, speaking, listening and media/digital literacy. Students will read contemporary and classic texts including novels, poetry, drama, short stories and non-fiction selections that reflect diversity in race, gender, age, economics, and geography. Students will develop critical thinking skills through text-based discussions, Thinking Maps, and other research-based cognition strategies. Differentiation for personalized learning through process, product and content will be a major component of this course so that all students have an opportunity for success. Intensive writing instruction will help students develop analytical skills and a personal voice. Students will write in multiple genres including descriptive, narrative, persuasive and critical analysis. Grammar and usage review will be both explicit and authentic, focusing on application of conventions to student writing. Research skills will be taught throughout the course. Regular instruction in vocabulary will use lessons and contextualized vocabulary to improve reading comprehension, oral and written expression, as well as ACT/SAT test scores. Students will also develop and practice effective speaking skills in individual presentations and group discussions. Specific instruction and practice essays for the ACT Writing test are included in both semesters.
Online US Literature and Composition (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
LA4V21S1 and LA4V21S2Online US Literature and Composition (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
PREREQUISITE: Pre-AP English 10 *GRADE: 11LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: US LiteratureOUT OF CLASS WORK: DailyFEE: None United States Literature and Composition fulfills the junior year English requirement. Students will read and analyze fiction, drama, poetry, non-fiction, and film representative of the United States. By looking at texts through the framework of The Examined Life, they will understand how to look closely at literature and what its examination reveals about the diverse values and experiences of this country.
Online World Literature (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
LA4V28S1Online World Literature (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
PREREQUISITE: Pre-AP English 10 & US Literature *GRADE: 12LENGTH: 1 Semester, S1 onlyMEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: English 12 - Group A or BOUT OF CLASS WORK: MinimalFEE: None
Through significant, college-level reading in all genres (fiction, non-fiction, drama and poetry), multi-modal writing, class discussions, presentations/speeches, research, and the creation of their own pieces of literature, students will develop their proficiency as clear thinkers, readers, writers and speakers. Literature will be used as the means to examine historical, as well as current ideas regarding essential questions of what it means to be human and what it means to be a contributing member of the global community. Major units of study include: Introductions and creating the essential questions, critical reading, thinking and analysis, visual analysis, poetry, and Writer’s Workshop (end of each unit).
Online Creative Writing (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
LA4V15S1, LA4V15S2Online Creative Writing (Pending Sufficient Enrollment)
PREREQUISITE: NoneGRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12LENGTH: 1 Semester, S1 or S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: English 12 - Group AOUT OF CLASS WORK: PeriodicallyFEE: None
This semester-long workshop helps students refine creative writing skills and processes. The workshop structure allows students substantial independent writing time that is guided through mini-lessons and individual conferences with small groups and the teacher. The class focuses on exercises that lead students to complete a collection of nonfiction, fiction and poetry writing. Their own pieces will demonstrate their knowledge of the writing process and overall individual growth. Students will maintain a writing journal and read literature that will model various techniques and help them expand their imaginative repertoire. At the end of the semester, students will have an extensive writing portfolio
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