English 9 - 2

This course provides students with concentrated instruction in the development of critical reading and literary analysis skills. In the course, students will read, respond to, and evaluate multicultural literature from all genres. Class discussion, formal and informal composition, collaborative group work and individual and group presentations will provide students opportunities to develop proficiency in these skills. Writing instruction will focus on the structure and development of the paragraph as well as basic multi-paragraph informative, argumentative, and research papers. Essay instruction will focus on the writing process and patterns of organization. In addition, students will receive instruction in organization, time management and study skills.