Comparative World Literature
Joanne Ploeger 663-2565
j.ploeger@laschools.net
This English Course is designed to give you a foundation in comparative literature and continuation of the
development of composition, grammar, usage, vocabulary, spelling, and speaking skills. In corporate in the course is a historical
or thematic survey of major world writers from the ancient to the contemporary. You will also build skills in research, logic,
media and image analysis and critical thinking.
Supplies
McDougal Littell Literature and Vocabulary from Classical Roots (blue book), as well as other novels and
outside readings
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Three ring notebook with dividers
Composition notebook (100 pages)
Pens (black or blue, and red)
*You need to bring these to every class period.
Organizing Student Materials
Titles:
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Put your name, date, and class period on everything you hand in.
Notebooks:
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Composition notebooks shall be kept neatly. Do not tear any papers from this notebook. You
must have a composition notebook and a three ring binder with dividers. Bring both binder and
notebook everyday to class. Over time, you will be given instructions for organizing your
notebook.
Missing and Late Assignments
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At the end of each study unit, you will go over that unit’s assignments using Power School. Any
missing work is due the next class period, for 50% of the points possible. You will earn a zero
for any work still not turned in after that deadline.
Corrections
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For any test, quiz, or writing assignment, you can make corrections to improve your grade.
Corrections are due the following class period after the test/quiz or assignment is returned to
you.
Specifics for making corrections:
- Multiple choice: write why you had the wrong answer, circle the correct answer.
- Short Answer: re-write the answer
- Essays: you may one extra day to make changes. Retype and turn in with original.
Your Responsibilities
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Bring your text, notebook, binder, pencil and/or pen.
Practice your best manners. NO PROFANITY will be tolerated.
Take off hats prior to class commencing.
No eating or drinking in class.
Stay in your seats during instruction time.
Turn off and put away cell phones.
Dispose of trash properly.
Participate in class!
Grades:
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Your grade will be based on assignments, quizzes, projects, and tests. IF you do the entire daily
assignments (homework) before class, you earn 100% on it. Your late daily assignment earns
only 50%. Missing work is entered as a zero. Be prepared for a daily quiz.
Use Power School to monitor your grades.
Office Hours:
My office hours are Monday through Thursday until 3:30 PM. I am also available during my 2A and 3B
planning period. For other times, please make an appointment.