English I

 

Class Overview

The purpose of this course is to provide instruction in English language skills, which will prepare students for the future. Students will learn how to analytically read, write, and speak about literature and language. A variety of literary genres provide the basis for reading instruction. Composition instruction will focus on the writing of essays for various purposes and will include all phases of the writing process. Speaking skills will center around honing the skills of effective communication on various topics.

 

 

Units

I. The Teenage Brain

II. Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare

III.A Lesson Before Dying by Earnest Gaines