English

Class.com English courses emphasize building strong foundations in grammar, usage, and mechanics and analytical reading as applied to numerous genres. Students develop strong composition skills in courses through tests and quizzes, but also through numerous writing assignments and critique and discussion exercises.

English 7A
This exciting first semester of seventh grade English combines traditional English topics and literature with modern media formats and technology to give students a strong foundation in English Language Arts.
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English 7B
English 7B will engage students in learning the foundations of English through interactive activities, writing assignments, quizzes, collaborative projects, and much more. The course will explore the different forms and genres of literature: fiction and nonfiction, poetry, prose, and drama. Students will have many opportunities to gain understanding into the common and unique features of these forms and genres, both through in-depth analysis and by writing a variety of these literature types. Students will be challenged to use the mechanics, usage, and grammar skills learned in English 7A to present writing that is clear, concise, and in conformity to the genres introduced.
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English 8A
English 8A is designed as the first semester of eighth grade English and uses interactive activities, quizzes, and numerous writing assignments to engage students in units on foundations of language; the writing process; literature; short stories; and novels.
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English 8B
Literary analysis is the emphasis of English 8B. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of literature types, forms and genres, including historical fiction, science fiction, mystery short stories, and traditional literature, poetry, and drama as well as nonfiction texts. Through practice and assignments, students will gain knowledge and experience with all the elements of literary analysis, including characterization, setting, point of view, and plot. Themes in literature will be explored, and students will gain understanding about how the elements of literature are directly related to the time period in which the literature was written. A unit on conducting research and presenting research reports and speeches gives students a complete picture of the many types of texts they may encounter as they further their education and beyond.
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English 9A
English 9A is designed as the first semester of freshman high school English and provides students with foundational content for any area of study in the English Language Arts. Students study grammar, usage and mechanics, and apply their learning to exercises writing activities. They also learn to analyze a variety of writing types and apply techniques to their own essays.
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English 9B
The second semester of freshman English takes an analytical approach to the reading and writing processes. Students read and analyze the novel as fictional prose and are introduced to the characteristic traits of various fiction genres. Various nonfiction genres and speeches are also integrated. The course culminates with a research paper about the media's influence on pop culture.
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English 10A
English 10A takes an analytical approach to the reading and writing processes. High-interest fiction and nonfiction literary selections and excerpts will challenge students as they apply reading strategies through guided practice. Students will build vocabulary and learn writing techniques by analyzing professional writers and composing their own pieces.
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English 10B
English 10B, designed as the second semester of a 10th grade English course, affords students opportunities to read, analyze, and respond thoughtfully to written text as they explore three of four forms of literature: drama, poetry, and selections from a variety of expository prose genres including newspaper articles, feature stories and editorials, brochures, pamphlets and instructional guides, persuasive speeches, and research papers. Students continue to develop language skills though diverse writing assignments and a speech presentation.
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English 11A (American Literature 1A)
English 11A (American Literature 1A), designed as the first semester of a year-long course, helps students explore the themes of technology, language, illusion, and independence through literature. Students read culturally diverse selections, within a variety of genres. Multimedia presentations and audio readings enhance the learning experience.
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English 11B (American Literature 1B)
In English 11B (American Literature 1B), students explore American literature about nature, ethnicity, gender, culture, family, and identity. The selections of various genres offer diverse perspectives in history, culture, class, geography, age, gender, and sexual orientation. Students develop critical as well as creative thinking, writing, and communication strategies and skills as they examine the literary treatment of human relations in a multicultural society.
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English 12A (Advanced Composition)
English 12A (Advanced Composition) is an upper-level, advanced composition course in which students learn to write in many styles. Students apply the major steps of the writing process, identify audiences, generate topics, organize information, and edit and hone effective writing techniques.
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English 12B (World Literature)
In English 12B (World Literature), which is designed as the follow-up semester to English 12A, students explore the universal nature of spiritual and intellectual needs for love, justice, integrity, knowledge, and acceptance. Students acquire a vocabulary of literary criticism and convention by examining literary selections in their historical and cultural perspectives.
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ELA Fundamental Review and Practice
ELA Fundamental Review & Practice is designed to help students master basic English Language Arts concepts in preparation for high school exit or entrance exams, or for college or career readiness. This course will enable students to demonstrate competency in vocabulary, informational reading, literary reading, writing strategies, applications, and conventions. It also provides students an opportunity to practice their writing skills by responding to a specific topic or a literary or informational passage.
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