English 10-2: Course Outline

Mr. Steel

 

Student Work:

This course contains seven distinct components:


Ø      Shakespearean tragedy

Ø      Novel study

Ø      Poetry

Ø      Short stories

Ø      Film

Ø      Visual and Multi-media

Ø      Letter Writing

Ø      Popular Non-fiction


 

Student Assessment:

Student work and understanding will be assessed through the following means:


Ø      reading comprehension exercises

Ø      independent research

Ø      group work and cooperation

Ø      oral communication and presentation

Ø      visual representation and interpretation of ideas

Ø      formal essays and writing

Ø      formal multiple choice testing


 

Classroom Expectations:

Students ought to be punctual and prepared for class, having brought all necessary academic supplies with them. Students are expected to treat one another with respect, to listen politely and attentively, and to participate positively in classroom activities and discussions. Students who have missed work or not completed work on time will be penalized unless they have made special arrangements with the teacher. Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated.

 

Grade Breakdown:

Major Assignments

Minor Assignments

Tests

Exams

40%

20%

10%

30%