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Literary Studies and Creative Writing 10
Prerequisite English Language Arts 9
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based , using the Harkness method and other instructional strategies
Literary Studies and Creative Writing 10 is a full year course that fulfills the requirements for two English Language Arts 10 courses . These courses run concurrently to provide students with an extended period of time to mature as writers . As part of the Literary Studies portion of the course , students read , discuss , and examine literature from a range of genres as they continue refining their analytical essay writing skills . In addition to identifying and evaluating literary devices and techniques , students are expected to consider the social , historical , and cultural contexts of the assigned material . The Creative Writing portion of the course focuses on creative expression through writing and provides students with opportunities to build their writing skills in a range of genres by working within a supportive community of writers . This course uses the Harkness method , as well as lecture , online , inquiry , and project-based teaching and learning strategies to enable students to focus on mastering their critical and creative thinking skills , while developing confidence in their ability to communicate their ideas effectively with others .
The Big Ideas explored in this course are :
• The exploration of text and story deepens our understanding of diverse , complex ideas about identity , others , and the world
• People understand text differently depending on their world views and perspectives ; texts are socially , culturally , geographically , and historically constructed
• Language shapes ideas and influences others
• Questioning what we hear , read , and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens
• Creative writers take risks and persevere
• Creative writers are observant of the world
Assignments are assessed using Standards-Based Grading to help students set specific goals to see progress in their skills over the course of the year . Assignments may include formative and summative analytical paragraphs , essays , descriptive paragraphs , poetry , short stories , character sketches , project work , discussions , presentations , and public speaking .
Literary Studies and Spoken Language 10
Prerequisite English Language Arts 9
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based , using the Harkness method and other instructional strategies
Literary Studies and Spoken Language 10 is a full year course that fulfills the requirements for two English Language Arts 10 courses . These courses run concurrently to provide students with an extended period of time to mature as writers and speakers . As part of the Literary Studies portion of the course , students read and examine literature from a range of genres as they continue refining their analytical and formal essay writing skills . In addition to identifying and evaluating literary devices and techniques , students are expected to consider the social , historical , and cultural contexts of the assigned material . The Spoken Languages portion of the course focuses on verbal expression and provides students with opportunities to build their public speaking skills in a range of genres in order to develop their confidence and agility as public speakers . This course uses the Harkness method , as well as lecture , online , inquiry , and project-based teaching and learning strategies to enable students to focus on mastering their critical and creative thinking skills , while developing confidence in their ability to communicate their ideas effectively with others .