Monday, April 22, 2013

Week of April 22, 2013

 The goal of this English class is to produce critical thinkers. Students are not only reading for comprehension but for meaning and relevancy of the work as a whole. Literature is also an example of good writing. The writing improves when a student reads. Vocabulary also improves because the student is learning to read in context. We want successful students who can think critically and communicate effectively
 
9th Grade English & 9th Grade Academic: Students will complete work on Great Expectations this weekThey will be required to have read and to have taken notes on the last chapters in order for completion of the novel.  Students will identify literary elements and apply literary devices , analyze writing style, and apply meaning for relevancy.

11th Grade Practical: In order for students to be prepared for the Keystone Exams in May, they will respond to questions on reading for meaning, analyzing and interpreting literature, analyzing and interpreting non-fiction.

 12th Grade Practical: Students will complete the Final Draft of the Research Paper.  They will proofread and edit and apply correct MLA format.  There will be a review of Vocabulary Unit 3B on Friday.