ENGLISH 40SC
COURSE OUTLINE 2009-2010
Ms. Stroppa
email: cstroppa@sjsd.net
Website: www.sjsd.net/~cstroppa
September:
Introduction
Theme(s) 1: Teens in Conflict
Text: Selected Prose and Poetry
October/November
Theme(s) 2: Loneliness, Difficulties of Growing Up
Text: Into the Wild
November/December
Theme(s) 3: Persecution
Text: The Crucible
December/January
Review/Exam Preparation
The major strands of Language Arts including creative writing, grammar, spelling, and
comprehension skills will be integrated into all of the themes covered.
Method of Evaluation:
In terms of recording grades, all methods of assessment will fall under one or more of the
general learning outcomes for English. The weight attached to each outcome is as follows:
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General Learning Outcome 5- Celebrate and Build Community
Specific Outcomes:
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20%
3.1 Plan and Focus
3.2 Select and Process
3.3 Organize, Record, and Evaluate
General Learning Outcome 2- Comprehend & Respond Personally
Specific Outcomes:
30%
4.1 Generate and Focus
4.2 Enhance and Improve
4.3 Attend to Conventions
4.4 Present and Share
General Learning Outcome 3- Manage Ideas and Information
Specific Outcomes:
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5.1 Develop and Celebrate Community
5.2 Encourage, Support and Work with Others
General Learning Outcome 4- Clarify and Enhance Artistry
Specific Outcomes:
10%
2.1 Use Strategies and Cues
2.2 Respond to Text
2.3 Understanding Forms and Techniques
30%
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General Learning Outcome 1- Explore thoughts, Ideas, and Feelings 10%
Specific Outcomes:
EXAMS
1.2 Clarify and Extend
January 30% (provincial)
Late Assignments: It is expected that all assignments will be completed and submitted
on time. Under exceptional circumstances, extensions will be given. A mark deduction
of 10% will be given per day for up to and including five school days. If students do not
have their homework /assignment done on time they will be expected to remain at the
school from 3:30-4:30 in order to complete the assignment in our school-wide
“Homework Period.”
Homework Assignments: In the event that a student is absent, he/she is responsible for
the material from any missed classes.
*This outline is subject to change.*