English 10
Course Outline
Email: mmoriaty@hrce.ca
Woodlawn High School
31 Woodlawn Road, Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7
Required Materials for Each Class:
A binder and loose leaf
Required books, novels, and independent readings
Pens, pencils, eraser, ruler etc
Password for school computer system
Coloured pencils and/or markers
General Curriculum Outcomes:
Following are ten general outcomes, as described by the Foundation for Atlantic Canada English Language Arts Curriculum:
1) Speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences
2) Communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly and to respond personally and critically
3) Interact with sensibility and respect, considering the situation, audience and purpose
Examples: Discussion prior to reading, read aloud, discuss personal ethics, poetry recitation, oral presentation, public speaking
4) Select, read, and view with understanding a range of literature, information, media, visual and audio texts
5) Interpret, select, and combine information using a variety of strategies, resources, and technologies
6) Respond personally to a range of texts
7) Respond critically to a range of texts, applying understanding of language, form, and genre
Examples: Group presentation, formal comparative essay, advertising analysis, discussion, use new vocabulary to create meaning, deconstruct the conventions of film, research a topic and present relevant information and ideas
8) Use writing and other ways of representing to explore, clarify and reflect on thoughts, feelings, experiences and learning; and to use your imagination
9) Create texts collaboratively and independently, using a variety of forms for a range of audiences and purposes
10) Use a range of strategies to develop effective writing and other ways of representing to enhance their clarity, precision, and effectiveness.
Examples: Write original poetry, complete formal analysis of a literary work, complete a response journal, write a film critique, write a short story, do an analysis of narrative technique, complete questions on a text, create a timeline/diagram of narrative structure in a text, imagine the implication of plot and character by writing a diary which might have been kept by a character in a novel, paraphrase poetry, create a political cartoon to illustrate an issue, present a group deconstruction of a text to class
Common texts will be addressed by a combination of class study and variations on independent study. English 10 is characterized by increased engagement in coursework and a progression of writing skills beyond Grade 9. There is an increased emphasis on formal essay writing, analysis of literature, and correctness of expression in writing.
Genres (Changes to this list may occur as student needs and text availability dictate):
Short Stories/ Non-Fiction:
Inside Stories, I & II
Sunlight and Shadows
Timely and Timeless
Literary Experiences, Volume 1
Viewpoints
Poetry:
Inside Poetry: Second Edition
Poetry Alive: Reflections & Perspectives
Sights and Sounds
Signatures
Poetry in Focus
Shakespeare:
Julius Caesar
Novels:
The Alchemist
The Old Man and The Sea
I Know Why The Cage Bird Sings
The Learning Tree
More….
Common texts: Magazine articles, newspapers, weekly publications, song lyrics, etc.
Communication Tools:
Google Classroom. A google classroom as been created for this course, where all handouts, assessments and other documents will be shared electronically.
PowerSchool (Gradebook). It is essential that students and parents check PowerSchool regularly to stay up to date with assessment and evaluation opportunities.
Parents/ guardians are invited to attend Curriculum Night (early in the semester) and Parent Teacher Visitation after report cards.
Parents and students may e-mail me at mmoriarty@hrce.ca. I make every effort to return e-mail communication in a timely manner.
Evaluation and Assessment:
Throughout the semester students are assessed both formally and informally as they participate in class and work to complete assignments. Informal assessment consists largely of regularly recorded teacher observations. Formal assessment involves the use of assessment tools (quizzes, tests, rubrics, etc.) that clearly outline expectations for a given activity and are provided beforehand.
Speaking and Listening /28
Reading and Viewing /26
Writing and Other Ways of Representing /26
TOTAL /100
FINAL EXAM: The exam focuses on the same outcomes above and is calculated as 20% of the final grade
* Please note that according to the Halifax Regional Center for Education’s assessment and evaluation policy, a student must request an extension if they cannot hand in an assignment on time. If an extension is granted by the instructor and the assignment is still not handed in by the agreed upon date, then the mark will be a zero.
Creating Opportunities for Success:
All policies outlined in the PAHS Code of Conduct will be strictly adhered.
Students are also reminded of the following:
Students are expected to arrive to class on time and prepared.
Students are required to have activated a student email account in order to a) access internet, b) retrieve assignments when necessary, and c) pass in work electronically.
English 10 sometimes requires students to work within group settings and participate in class discussions and. An open mind, tolerance and respect for differentiating opinions is expected.
If you are late, please knock and wait to be admitted to class
The school schedule provides time minutes between classes. Students should use this time to get prepared for class, use the washroom, get a drink, have a nutritional snack or talk with their friends. Class attendance is crucial for success. Minimize your need to leave the classroom.
Regular attendance is necessary for success. Students are responsible to make up missed lessons/assignments due to absences (both excused and unexcused).
We have read the above course outline and are aware of the expectations for students enrolled in English 10 at Woodlawn High School.
Date Student Name Parent/Guardian Signature