English

English 9

Ninth-grade students will learn and apply various components of the English language and literature. The course will focus on aspects of grammar with the purpose of enabling students to demonstrate correct use of language, spelling, and mechanics. Students will be introduced to, and will be expected to become proficient in, various aspects of literature, specifically focusing on rhetorical devices and critical thinking/analysis. Students will be exposed to a variety of literature including, but not limited to, American and other English literature and current academic articles. Students will continually develop vocabulary throughout the year and will be expected to incorporate the vocabulary in daily activities/assignments. The course will refresh students on basic writing mechanics and essay organization. Students will be expected to demonstrate organization and critical thinking skills in quiz and test responses, as well as in writing assignments throughout the year.

College Composition II (ENG 112) is a 3-credit hour course that continues to develop college writing with increased emphasis on critical essays, argumentation, and research, developing these competencies through the examination of a range of texts about the human experience. Students will be required to locate, evaluate, integrate, and document sources and effectively edit for style and usage.