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ENGLISH 10: COURSE SYLLABUS

Instructor: Ms. Kozloski [email protected] COURSE OUTLINE AND OBJECTIVES: Hello, and welcome to American Literature! In this class, you will build your critical thinking, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Well do this through studying many texts of various genres and formats. Here you will read and write every day; by the end of the year, you will be able to think about literature and the world around you in an entirely different way. ***Our curriculum is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for 10th grade English language arts.

CLASSROOM ATMOSPHERE AND ENVIRONMENT: All ideas are welcome and encouraged, no matter how outlandish or silly they may seem. Think outside the box. There is no one way to interpret literature this is what makes it so wonderful. Discussion will be our main mode of communication. I will avoid lectures as much as possible its up to you to direct your own learning. Ask questions, point out interesting things you notice, and respond to your peers. I am committed to making this class as productive and enjoyable as possible for you. In return, I ask that you make the same commitment. I expect everything you do to be your best work. I have high expectations for each and every one of you, because I know you can and will do great things. Reading and writing can be very difficult. If youre ever struggling, please ask questions or schedule a conference with me. I wont let you fall behind. MAJOR TEXTS: Holt Elements of Literature, 5th course The Crucible by Arthur Miller Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck Poems, short stories, songs, and films to be determined ***If any parents have an issue with any course content, please contact me immediately with your concern. Every text and assignment is chosen and studied with purpose.

ATTENDENCE POLICY: Three tardies (more than 5 minutes late) will result in one absence. More than 3 absences per semester will result in a decreased participation grade (unless you have an extenuating circumstancesee me). Each class is valuable, and class time is short. If you miss class, you miss an important opportunity to learn. Attendance is key to success in this class.

LATE WORK POLICY: For each day you have an excused absence, you will have one day to make up the work you missed. Therefore, if you miss 3 days, you will have an extra 3 days to turn in your missed work. If you do not have an excused absence, late work will lose 1 full letter grade for every day it is late. If you are absent on the day a major paper or assignment is due, you must still send me an electronic copy via email on the due date. If you are very sick or dealing with some sort of family emergency, please see me and we can negotiate an extended due date if necessary. PLAGIARISM: Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Anybody caught plagiarizing will receive a zero on his or her assignment. For more information on plagiarizing, see the school policy.

CLASSROOM RULES AND CONSEQUENCES: Be respectful to your teachers, your peers, and yourself at all times Be on time to class each day; start bell work as soon as you sit down Be prepared for class; complete all reading and homework assignments on time Participate actively and respectfully each day Do no shout, argue, or interrupt when somebody else is speaking If you neglect these rules and cause a disruption, I will give you a total of 3 warnings before calling your parents or guardians. If disrespectful behavior continues, conferences will be set up with school administrators and further action will be taken.

GRADING BREAKDOWN AND POLICY: Major Essays and Projects.. 30% Unit Tests.... 25% Class Participation.. 10% In-Class Work and Quizzes 25% Homework.. 10% You will be graded on process, as well as product. For every major assignment, you will be required to turn in an outline and a rough draft. Peer review and writing conferences will happen regularly I want you all to be the best writers you can be! If you are unhappy with a major grade, and its obvious you have been trying your best, you will be able to revise for a higher grade. See me to inquire about rewrites. If you would like to contest a grade, you may do so. However, you must put your logical rationale in writing. I will not spend class time arguing with you, but I would love to read your questions and concerns. I may make mistakes, so if you feel Ive missed something or graded something unfairly, please let me know. With that in mind, understand that I spend a lot of time grading and commenting on your work. Please read all of my comments thoroughly and thoughtfully before registering a complaint.

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