College Prep II
Senior World Literature
Mrs. Teague – Room 8217
Mrs. Christen Teague
1501 Old Shell Road
Mobile, Alabama 36604
teaguec@mgill-toolen.org
This course provides a survey of World Literature. We will spend time analyzing and understanding
what it means to be a citizen of the world by examining major characters found in texts throughout various
literary genres. We will consider the globalized concept of the character, finding similarities and differences
through comparison of various texts from numerous cultures and eras. As members of the digital revolution, it
is exciting to consider how this viewpoint will enhance and affect our analysis of both classical and modern
global literature. Throughout the year we will also be learning about the writing process and further developing
these skills through pre-writing, drafting, sharing for peer commentary, revising, and editing. You will write
various types of papers throughout this course including (but not limited to): narrative, literary analysis, and
expository essays as well as a college application essay. During the second quarter of the year, you will also
complete a research paper (which is a requirement to graduate).
Texts:
Prentice Hall Literature: World Masterpieces
Vocabulary Workshop Common Core Enriched Edition Level G
Technology:
The “One to One” program is a very exciting addition to our classroom l this year. I believe that the addition of
a student iPad will greatly improve the learning environment when they are used appropriately. If at any time
a student is using their iPad for something other than school approved procedures, I will take up the device and
send it to the disciplinary office. Students will be held to the rules and regulations already set forth in the 2015
McGill-Toolen handbook (refer to p. 39 for the consequences for violation of technological policies). An
uncharged iPad is of no use in this classroom, and any work a student misses because of the uncharged
iPad will result in a zero. Students may charge iPads in the Technology Support office (formerly the book
store) during designated hours. If you are having issues with your iPad, see Mr. Fancher, Mr. Middleton, or Mr.
Tillman in the tech support office. Students are not allowed to use their personal iPads in replace of their McGill
issued device. CELL PHONES MAY NOT BE USED IN THE CLASSROOM. Students caught using their
cell phones in class will have their phone taken up and sent to the discipline office.
Materials needed:
Three ring binder, dividers, blue and black pens, colored pens for annotating are optional, highlighter,
paper, post-it notes
* A separate list of materials for the research paper will be given out second quarter.
Grading System: The grading system used in this class is the points system. Each test, quiz, homework
assignment, bell ringer, etc. will be assigned a certain number of possible points. Students’ points will
accumulate until the end of the semester. The points will be divided into categories and weighted accordingly
by these percentages:
Tests/quizzes: 50%
Essays/Research Paper/Projects: 40%
Homework and Classwork: 10%
Make-Up Work: If a student is absent, it is their responsibility to make up any and all missed assignments and
tests. Make-up tests will generally be given before and after school. You must make an appointment with me to
make up work. After an absence, students will have two days to arrange a make-up test and two days to
complete and turn in any missed assignments. There will be a designated place in the classroom to turn in these
assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to get your make-up work. This should be done before or after
class. Students should not try to discuss make-up work during lessons.
Assignments/Homework/Vocabulary Tests: Homework will be assigned regularly. Homework will be due at
the beginning of class the next day. All assignments and instructions will be announced and discussed in class.
If a student is absent, they must turn in homework on the day they return to school. HOMEWORK WILL
NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DUE DATE. Throughout the year, students will be given tests. All tests
will be announced in advance to give students adequate time to prepare. With this said, students will be given
unannounced quizzes regularly to ensure they are keeping up with assigned reading. The only way to prepare
for unannounced quizzes is to complete the reading assignment prior to class.
Tutoring:
I am available before and after school to assist you with any work you are struggling to complete. If
you are not available before or after school, let me know and we will find an alternative time in the day
to meet. Do not be afraid to ask for help! That is what I’m here for.
Correspondence:
The easiest way for both students and teachers to reach me regularly is via email. I check my email
often and respond in a timely manner. I am also available via the school’s phone system. Per OCS
regulations, I can only respond to student emails between the hours of 7am-9pm each day. To ensure
that your email is read and responded to within that day, I highly recommend emailing with any
questions or concerns before 7pm. I will not respond to any emails from students that do not reflect
professionalism and respect. Any emails with abbreviations, slang terms, or any other disrespectful
content will not be responded to.
Beginning of Class: Students should enter the room quietly, in full uniform. Have the necessary materials
ready, including a charged iPad. Once students are seated they are to begin the bell ringer projected on the
Apple TV. Students will have a few moments to complete the bell ringer, and then the entire class will go over
the correct answers. Bell ringers will be checked periodically, so students should keep these organized and
corrected in the bell ringer tab of his or her binder.
Tardiness: The tardy bell rings for a reason. Students will be expected to be in their seat and prepared to work
when the bell rings. Otherwise, it will result in a tardy. Excessive tardiness (five or more) will result in a
Discipline Office referral.
Classroom Behavior and Rules:
1. BE RESPECTFUL. Students will be expected to respect themselves and their peers at all times.
Disruptions take away valuable class time and will not be tolerated. Students should become familiar
with the rules in the student handbook and abide by them. Students will not talk unless their hand is
raised and they are called on.
2. BE POSITIVE! Keep hands, feet, objects, and negative comments to yourself. Bullying, talking
back, etc. will not be tolerated.
3. BE RESPONSIBLE. Students should come to class prepared, prompt, and ready to learn. Coming
to class unprepared can greatly affect your grade.
4. BE SMART. Cheating is not only unacceptable, but not worth the consequences that will result.
Students will be caught and dealt with according to the student handbook.
5. BE APPROPRIATE. Follow and respect McGill school policies at all times. No snacks are
allowed in this classroom except during assigned school snack time. You will not be allowed to
leave class to go to the snack machine, so please make arrangements to get snacks before class
begins. Water bottles are welcome.
Tentative Curriculum Outline
*Any changes will be made with ample time for students to prepare accordingly.
First Semester:
Vocabulary Workshop Level G: Units 1-7
Literature:
The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis
Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle (excerpts will be given to students)
Unit: The Epic
Gilgamesh
The Illiad
The Aeneid
The Divine Comedy
Writing Skills/Modes:
1. Narrative essay
2. Descriptive essay
3. Literary analysis essay
4. Persuasive essay
5. Research (second quarter) *Every student must turn in a completed research paper to graduate from
McGill-Toolen.
Second Semester
Vocabulary Workshop Level G: Units 8-15
Literature
Drama Unit:
Hamlet
Oedipus Rex
A Doll’s House
Death of a Salesman
Unit: Novels & Short Stories
The Very Old Man with Enormous Wings
Metamorphosis
Maus
*Third novel to be determined
Writing Skills/Modes (continued):
1. Narrative essay
2. Descriptive essay
3. Literary analysis essay
4. Persusasive essay