ENG 4U
Mrs. Junyk
ENG 4U – Language Analysis and Literary Criticism
Task
CHOOSE - For this assignment you will be required to choose a particular “school/theory
of criticism” and prepare a comprehensive ONLINE handout (can be in the form of
tumblr posts, a pdf on wiki, etc) & brief presentation for your fellow classmates.
EXPLAIN Your handout should explain the following: A definition of the theory,
prominent scholars that contributed to that theory, any other essential information about
the theory.
APPLY - In addition to the handout, you will be assigned a piece of literature (poem,
essay, short story) and will compile an analysis of it according to the school of criticism
that you studied for your handout. You will present your findings in a brief visual
presentation (A visual essay with explanation) and a terse paper (i.e. no longer than 2
pages typed).
Don’t forget!!! – All sources must be properly quoted and cited in your handout and
analysis piece (MLS or APA only)
Curriculum Expectations
LS1.04 – compare values, perspectives and world views in texts.
LAV.02 – Use listening techniques and oral communication skills to participate in
classroom discussions and more formal activities, with a focus on using academic
language appropriately in seminars and presentations of independent study projects,
WR1.02 – Organize and synthesize significant information, ideas, and sources to suit
specific forms and purposes for writing.
WR5.02 – produce, format and publish written work, using appropriate technology to
share writing with intended audiences.
Parts of the Assignment
1. Handout – 1 per group
2. Analysis Paper – 1 per individual
3. Presentation – 1 per group
Evaluation
1. Handout – K = 15 marks, A = 5 marks
2. Analysis Paper – K = 5 marks, T = 10 marks, C = 10 marks, A = 5 marks
3. Presentation – KTCA – 10 marks each
Due Dates
Refer to calendar
ENG 4U
Mrs. Junyk
Checklist: Group Work (Group Assessment)
Name: ____________________________________
Date: ____________________________________
When you have finished your discussion or project, work together to complete the following
assessment. Where possible, provide evidence to support your assessment.
Criteria
Knowledge/Understanding
Everyone contributed ideas, information, and
expertise that the group could use.
We built on one another’s ideas, clarifying, asking
questions, adding information, and combining
ideas.
Thinking/Inquiry
We listened critically to one another, making
connections among ideas from other group
members and evaluating the information and ideas
presented (e.g., noting ambiguities, biases,
inaccurate information).
Whenever there were gaps in our information, we
researched to get additional information.
Communication
We expressed ideas clearly and appropriately.
Assessment
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
We showed sensitivity and respect for others and
for diverse points of view; we disagreed in
appropriate ways and tried not to exclude anyone.
0 1 2 3 4
We worked together to resolve conflicts and reach
consensus; everyone accepted the decisions of the
group.
0 1 2 3 4
Application
We followed classroom rules and guidelines for
working in a group.
We assigned roles and responsibilities in a fair and
open way; everyone fulfilled his or her role
appropriately.
Evidence
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
We completed our assigned task; we are satisfied
with the result.
Key: 0 = not at all; 1 = limited effectiveness; 2 = sometimes effective; 3 = moderately
effective; 4 = highly effective
ENG 4U
Mrs. Junyk
Suggestions for improvements: _________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Checklist: Group Work (Individual Assessment)
Name: ____________________________________
Criteria
Assessment
Knowledge/Understanding
Name:
____________
Date: ____________________________________
Name:
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Name:
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Name:
_________
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• offered ideas, information, and expertise
that the group could use
• showed understanding of main ideas and
supported information offered by others
(e.g., by paraphrasing, asking relevant
questions)
• challenged and extended the ideas of
others
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
• described and evaluated strategies used by
self and the group
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
Thinking/Inquiry
• showed critical listening skills by making
connections to ideas from group members
and by evaluating implicit and explicit
ideas (e.g., noting ambiguities, biases, or
inaccurate information)
Communication
• expressed ideas clearly and appropriately
• showed sensitivity and respect for others,
including those with diverse points of
view
• facilitated group processes, working
toward consensus, resolving conflicts, and
accepting group decisions
Application
• followed established rules and guidelines
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4
for working in a group
• completed assigned tasks and fulfilled
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4
0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4
roles as required
Key: 0 = not at all; 1 = limited effectiveness; 2 = sometimes effective; 3 = moderately
effective; 4 = highly effective
ENG 4U
Mrs. Junyk
Rubric: Visual Essay Presentation
Student: ___________________________________
Task: ____________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
Criteria
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Knowledge/
Understanding (10)
• information, ideas
 presents limited
 presents some
 presents
 presents well-
appropriate and
relevant
information
appropriate and
relevant
information and
ideas
considerable
appropriate and
relevant
information and
ideas
Thinking/Inquiry (10)
• creative
thinking/risk taking
 takes limited risks
 takes some risks to
 takes considerable
• critical thinking/
audience analysis
 incorporates
Communication (10)
• focus and unity
 has limited focus
 has some focus and
unity
 has considerable
focus and unity
 has a strong, clear,
unified focus
• sense of audience
and purpose
 choice of material
and media show
limited sense of
audience and
purpose
 choice of material
and media show
some sense of
audience and
purpose
 choice of material
and media show
considerable sense
of audience and
purpose
 choice of material
and media show
strong sense of
audience and
purpose
• interplay of media
 interplay of media
has limited
effectiveness
 interplay of media
is somewhat
effective
 interplay of media
is effective
 interplay of media
is highly effective
Application (10)
• use of media and
technology
 shows limited
command of the
media and
technology used
 shows some
command of the
media and
technology used
 shows considerable
command of the
media and
technology used
 shows strong
command of the
media and
technology used
• presentation
 few parts of the
presentation are
smooth and fluent
 some parts of the
presentation are
smooth and fluent
 most of the
presentation is
smooth and fluent
 all or almost all of
the presentation is
smooth and fluent
to include
unexpected or
unconventional
features
images that have
limited appeal for
the intended
audience
include unexpected
or unconventional
features
 incorporates
images that have
some appeal for
the intended
audience
risks to include
unexpected or
unconventional
features
 incorporates
images that have
considerable
appeal for the
intended audience
thought-out and
insightful
information and
ideas
 shows a high
degree of risk
taking to include
unexpected or
unconventional
features
 incorporates
images that have
strong appeal for
the intended
audience
ENG 4U
Mrs. Junyk
Rubric: Analytical Essay—Literature
Student: ___________________________________
Task: ____________________________________
Criteria
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Knowledge/
Understanding
• ideas, concepts,
themes
 shows limited
 shows some
 shows considerable
 shows thorough
• literary forms and
terms
 shows limited
Thinking/Inquiry
• analysis
 develops ideas with  develops ideas with  develops ideas with  develops ideas with
• use of evidence
 incorporates
understanding of
the topic
knowledge of
relevant literary
forms and terms
limited logic and
coherence
limited relevant
evidence
understanding of
the topic
 shows some
knowledge of
relevant literary
forms and terms
some logic and
coherence
 incorporates some
well-chosen,
relevant evidence
 shows considerable
knowledge of
relevant literary
forms and terms
considerable logic
and coherence
 incorporates
considerable wellchosen, relevant
evidence
Communication
• use of essay form
 shows limited
command of the
essay form,
including thesis;
organization;
conclusion
command of the
essay form,
including thesis;
organization;
conclusion
command of the
essay form,
including clear,
logical thesis;
effective
organization;
logical conclusion
• language and voice
 uses appropriate
 uses appropriate
 uses appropriate
language and voice
with limited
effectiveness and
consistency
 shows some
understanding of
the topic
language and voice
with some
effectiveness and
consistency
language and voice
with considerable
effectiveness and
consistency
and insightful
knowledge of
relevant literary
forms and terms
a high degree of
logic and
coherence
 incorporates highly
effective, wellchosen, and
relevant evidence
 shows extensive
command of the
essay form,
including clear and
thought-provoking
thesis; highly
effective
organization;
strong conclusion
 uses appropriate
language and voice
with a high degree
of effectiveness
and consistency
 applies grammar,
• citations, references,
bibliography
 follows required
 follows required
 follows required
 follows required
style for few
citations and
references
style for some
citations and
references
style for most
citations and
references
style for all
citations and
references
usage, spelling, and
punctuation with
some accuracy and
effectiveness
 applies grammar,
 shows thorough
Application
• language
conventions
usage, spelling, and
punctuation with
limited accuracy
and effectiveness
 applies grammar,
 shows considerable
understanding of
the topic
usage, spelling, and
punctuation with
considerable
accuracy and
effectiveness
 applies grammar,
usage, spelling, and
punctuation with a
high degree of
accuracy and
effectiveness