COURSE TITLE:
English Grade 12: World Literature Semester
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Senior English is divided into two semester-long courses. The
World Literature semester is designed as a directed exploration of
worldwide literary genres and themes. The goal of the course is to
emphasize the study and consideration of the literary, cultural, and human
significance of selected great works of world literature. Attention is
focused on critical thinking and writing within a framework of cultural
diversity. Instruction is aligned with the Virginia SOL.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Writing in a variety of modes, in response to reading selections
Readings in a variety of genres, especially poetry and drama, from
many cultures
Individual and group formal and informal presentations; analysis and
performance of oral presentations
Research related to world literature themes, genres, topics; practice
Internet safety
Development of vocabulary through reading and writing
The course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma
COURSE TITLE:
English Grade 12: Senior Composition Semester
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Senior English is divided into two semester-long courses. The Senior
Composition semester prepares students to be competent and independent
writers in the next phase of their lives. Students practice writing for
various audiences and various purposes. This portion of the course
provides an extension of writing processes and genres addressed in
previous grades, with the expectation of mastery. It emphasizes writing
for consumer and workplace situations. Instruction is aligned with the
Virginia SOL.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Frequent writing in many modes, especially forms used in consumer
and workplace situations; focus on audience and purpose; review of
grammar, usage, and mechanics; editing for correct mechanics and
usage; writing process approach
Nonfiction and fiction readings serve as models for composition
Speaking and listening skills, particularly for oral interpretation and
small group settings
Focus on research process to synthesize research into a final research
paper; narrowing of a topic; evaluation of sources; practice of Internet
safety; support of a thesis; documentation using traditional and
technology-based sources, both primary and secondary
Development of vocabulary through readings and the writing process
The course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma
COURSE TITLE:
English Grade 12 Academic: World Literature Semester
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Senior English is divided into two semester-long courses. The
World Literature semester is designed as a directed exploration of
worldwide literary genres and themes. The goal of the course is to
emphasize the study and consideration of the literary, cultural, and human
significance of selected great works of world literature. Attention is
focused on critical thinking and writing within a framework of cultural
diversity as well as comparative and interdisciplinary analysis. Instruction
is aligned with the Virginia SOL.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Frequent writing in many modes, in response to reading selections;
focus on writing-to-learn and on production of polished products
Extensive readings in a variety of genres from many cultures,
especially poetry and drama; literary analysis and critique; application
of associated rhetorical devices
Individual and group formal and informal presentations; analysis and
performance of oral presentations
Research related to world literature themes, genres, topics; practice
Internet safety
Development of vocabulary through reading and writing; practice in
SAT-type questions
The course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma
COURSE TITLE:
English Grade 12Academic: Senior Composition Semester
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Senior English is divided into two semester-long courses. The Senior
Composition semester prepares students to be competent and independent
writers in the next phase of their lives. Students practice writing for
various audiences and various purposes. This portion of the course
provides an extension of writing processes and genres addressed in
previous grades, with the expectation of mastery. It emphasizes writing
for consumer and workplace situations and for college. Instruction is
aligned with the Virginia SOL.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Frequent writing in many modes; focus on tone, style, language,
audience, idea, theme; review of grammar, usage, and mechanics;
editing for correct mechanics and usage; writing process approach
Nonfiction and fiction readings serve as models for composition;
application of writing and oral language skills
Speaking and listening skills, particularly for oral interpretation and
small group settings
Focus on research process to synthesize research into a final research
paper (either first or second semester); narrowing of a topic;
evaluation of sources; practice of Internet safety; support of a thesis;
documentation using traditional and technology-based sources, both
primary and secondary
Development of vocabulary through readings and the writing process
The course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma
COURSE TITLE:
Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition - Grade 12
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Instruction is aligned with the Virginia SOL. Activities continue the
methods, challenges, and emphases of the honors level English courses in
grades 9-11 to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Literature &
Composition Examination. Instruction focuses on the study and practice
of writing and the analysis of fiction and poetry.
Students read a variety of works from several genres and cultures. Varied
and frequent composition assignments require close reading, literary
analysis, exposition of ideas, and the understanding of particular literary
forms and terms.
Research, vocabulary, and oral language activities are related to writing
and reading assignments. Students will take the Advanced Placement
Literature & Composition Examination for possible college credit at the
end of this course.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Frequent writing in many modes; focus on tone, style, language,
audience, idea, theme; review of grammar, usage, and mechanics;
editing for correct mechanics and usage
Extensive and intensive readings in a variety of genres from many
cultures, especially fiction; literary analysis and critique; application
of associated literary devices
Individual and group formal and informal presentations; analysis and
performance of oral presentations; speech design, vocabulary, and
delivery for audience and purpose; communication skills
Focus on research process to synthesize research into a final product;
narrowing of a topic; evaluation of sources; support of a thesis;
documentation using traditional and technology-based sources, both
primary and secondary
Development of vocabulary through reading and writing
This course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma
COURSE TITLE:
Advanced Placement English Language and Composition – Grade 12
PREREQUISITE:
English 11
DESCRIPTION:
Instruction is aligned with the Virginia SOL. Activities continue the
methods, challenges, and emphases of honors level English courses in
grades 9-11, to prepare students for the Advanced Placement English
Language and Composition Examination. Instruction focuses on the study
and practice of writing and the analysis of nonfiction.
Students read a wide range of works illustrating effective methods of
persuasive, descriptive, expository, and narrative writing. Close readings
of those works reveal a variety of rhetorical strategies that students apply
to their own compositions.
Research, vocabulary, and oral language activities are related to writing
and reading assignments. Students will take the Advanced Placement
English Language and Composition Examination for possible college
credit at the end of this course.
MAIN TOPICS:
STRAND
Writing
Literature
Oral Language
Research
Vocabulary
CREDIT INFO:
MAIN EMPHASES
Frequent writing in many modes; focus on tone, style, language,
audience, idea, theme; review of grammar, usage, and mechanics;
editing for correct mechanics and usage
Close readings of a wide range of nonfiction prose; rhetorical analysis
and critique; application of associated rhetorical devices
Individual and group formal and informal presentations; analysis and
performance of oral presentations; speech design, vocabulary, and
delivery for audience and purpose; communication skills
Focus on research process to synthesize information into a final
product; narrowing of topic; selection and evaluation of resources;
formulation of a thesis and formal outline; documentation using MLA
style guide; self-assessment of performance
Development of vocabulary through reading and writing
This course provides one of the credits required for the Standard or
Advanced Studies Diploma