English IV/College Preparatory

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ENGLISH IV (1413)

English IV, the culminating English course for 12th grade students, builds on the reading, writing, speaking, listening, and research skills they developed in English III. The course incorporates the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills including reading, writing, inquiry/research, listening, and speaking. This course equips the student with the communication skills necessary for success within college and the business world.

Prerequisites: Recommended: English III

COLLEGE PREP FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (1300)

This course is designed to prepare students for college level reading and writing intensive courses including freshmen composition and other introductory college courses. Students will learn to use critical writing and reading to develop and represent the processes and products of their critical thinking. Through critical writing and reading, writers think through ideas, problems, and issues; identify and challenge assumptions; and explore multiple ways of understanding.

Prerequisites: Students must have already passed all ELA STAAR/EOC exams; English III or English III AP

Special Notes: The course fulfills TSI requirements for reading and writing. Students completing the year-long course and passing with a 75 or higher are TSI exempt at Alamo Colleges and UTSA. Please check the eligible pathways document in this catalog to ensure this course fulfills the fourth-year advanced English requirements for your endorsement and pathway.

More information on North East's course expectations can be found in the district's Course Catalog.