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English -1 Stream |
English -2 Stream |
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Description |
This route is intended for students who want the option of attending university after high school. There is a greater emphasis on analytical writing, challenging texts, and assignments that require considerable time and effort. |
This route focuses on the practical aspects of English Language Arts. There is a greater emphasis on high- interest texts, personal and practical writing, and in- class completion of assignments. |
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English 10-1 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 9 (recommended 60%) |
English 10-2 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 9 |
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Reading |
Students will explore a variety of literary genres, including Shakespearean drama. |
Students will read a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts, including at least one novel. |
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Writing |
Students will learn to write analytically and personally, in addition to writing a number of other written and oral texts. |
Students will focus on the practical application of English Language Arts, including personal, exploratory, and persuasive writing. |
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English 20-1 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 10-1(recommended 60%) |
English 20-2 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 10-2 |
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Reading |
Students will study texts from a variety of genres, including literary fiction, Shakespearean drama, and poetry. Students will be expected to demonstrate their understanding of literary terms and techniques. |
Students will read a variety of practical or high- interest texts, including a novel and a play. Students will understand context and identify literary terms and techniques. |
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Writing |
Students will be expected to write several personal and analytical essays, narrative responses, and a script. |
Students will be expected to write several personal and persuasive responses, narrative responses, and a script. |
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English 30-1 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 20-1(recommended 60%) |
English 30-2 (5 credits) Prerequisite: English 20-2 |
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Reading |
Students will analyze challenging texts from a variety of genres, demonstrating their understanding of literary techniques. |
Students will explore a variety of texts that they can connect to their own experience and context |
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Writing |
Students will hone their ability to craft the analytical essay, as well as further developing their personal and creative writing skills |
Students will respond to texts personally, analytically, and persuasively, demonstrating their understanding of a variety of types of writing |
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· In addition to reading and writing, all English courses will study and demonstrate their understanding of the other Language Arts strands of Listening, Speaking, Viewing, and Representing. · All English -1 and -2 courses culminate in a final exam with an equally weighted reading comprehension multiple choice exam and a written response exam. |
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