English 4

ENGLISH 4 (302766CW)

Semester Course (1 unit), Grade Level(s): 12

NCAA Core GPA Approved

ENGLISH 4 CP (302721CW)

Semester Course (1 unit), Grade Level(s): 12

NCAA Core GPA Approved

In this course, students will refine their writing, reading, and speaking/listening skills. This course includes a continuation of the global perspectives introduced in English 2 and focuses on the cultural, philosophical, political, religious, and/or ethical perspectives of the principal periods using a variety of genres and real-world texts. Students will interpret literary selections and write about them demonstrating a command of standard written English. Composition skills, research techniques, oral presentations, vocabulary, test taking skills, and SAT/ACT preparation are stressed. Composition emphasizes persuasion, logic, and critical analysis. Independent sustained reading is encouraged. A senior project may be required.

ENGLISH 4 HONORS (302721HW)

Semester Course (1 unit), Grade Level(s): 11

This course continues the global perspectives introduced in English 2 and includes a focus on advanced composition. Advanced composition techniques are integrated with the study of literature. Significant attention will be given to vocabulary development and refinement of grammar and mechanics in their essays and research writing. Students will develop proficiency in literary analysis, referring with ease to themes, characterization, style, setting, atmosphere, imagery, symbolism, point of view, and figurative language. NOTE: A summer reading and writing assignment may be required for this course. Summer reading and writing assignments are posted on the individual school websites.