Grade 12 english syllabus 2010.2011
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The document outlines the 12th-grade English syllabus at the American International School in Cyprus for the academic year 2010-2011, focusing on presentation skills, literature analysis, and writing composition. Students will engage in a variety of literary analyses, produce major research papers, and develop essential language and presentation skills. The grading policy and expectations emphasize participation, timely submission of assignments, and adherence to academic integrity standards.
Grade 12 english syllabus 2010.2011
- 1. The American International School in Cyprus PO Box 23847 - 11 Kassos Street - 1686 Nicosia, CYPRUS - Phone 357•22316345 - Fax 357•22316549Mr. Walid Abushakra, Superintendent Ms. Michelle Kleiss, Director Senior English Syllabus and Course Information Troy White, Room 114 Academic Year 2010-2011 Grade 12 Focus: Presentation Skills, British and World Literature, Informational and Expository Papers The 12th grade student will use organizational skills, audience awareness, appropriate vocabulary and grammar and both verbal and non verbal presentation skill to plan and deliver a 5 to 10 minute oral presentation. The student will analyze British World Literature and literature of other cultures, with attention to many classic works. Writing will include the production of informational and expository papers, which are organized logically and contain clear accurate ideas. Students will also produce a well documented major research paper, using a standard method of documentation. Students will demonstrate knowledge of grammatical conventions through writing, editing and speaking. Essential Questions How can I implement language to think and communicate more effectively? How can I become a strong independent reader? How can I use a variety of writing styles to express myself in a multitude of scenarios? What reading tools do successful readers use in order to comprehend a text? What are the necessary skills and attitudes that will allow for success in the superior grades and IB A1 English? Overview of Texts Novel Study Film and Visual Arts Study Keyes, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Cormac McCarthy, The Road George Orwell, 1984 Elie Wiesel, Night Drama Study Technical Writing/Research The History Boys College Applications Beckett, Waiting for Godot Poetry Study British and World Poets Grading Policy 10 % Homework 10% Independent Reading 10% Participation 40% Test/Project/MWA see PWL 15% Writing Process 15% Quizzes Grade Breakdown Writing - Personal Response - Critical Analytical Writing Fully Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA Member of the International Baccalaureate Organization – Geneva, Switzerland
- 2. - Technical Writing - Research Report Oral Language - Presentations - Poetry Recital - Dramas Final Exam: There will be a comprehensive final exam each semester. Exams count for 20% of the student’s culminating semester grade. Terms for Assignments: All assignments are due on the due dates specified in class. When students have an EXCUSABLE absence they will have one school day to submit the late work without any penalty. Such make-ups will only be initiated at the request of the student. Late work: Work submitted after the specified due date will accepted at a reduction of one grade level per class session. Expectations: - Attend each class session - Come prepared to class; bring your required materials - Demonstrate and embody the AISC learner profile Respect the rights of others- Treat everyone fairly and with dignity Always act in an honest manner Demonstrate and foster a high level of international mindedness Challenge yourself daily and employ critical thinking - Fully participate in class Ask clarifying questions Respect differences of opinion Ensure that all voices are heard Never be confrontational- respectfully challenge ideas Encourage and support others who might be reluctant to participate- be a good leader Refer back to text to support and clarify points Understand that there is never an absolute answer, but a process through which you will see multiple perspectives. The complexity of possibilities that makes up life is the subject of literature. Department Plagiarism Policy: Plagiarism is knowing, or even unknowingly, using the words or ideas of others. The copying of another person’s work either in its entirety or in part (other students, internet, other published works, etcetera) will result in zero marks. No second chances! Supplies Please bring to class each day: o Lined paper with holes o 1 two ring binder o Your AISC agenda o Black or blue ball point pens, colored correcting pen, pencils, highlighters o Flash/pen drive o Computer microphone (this may be built into a laptop) Technology Component
- 3. The AISC language arts program supports integrated technology. Students will be required to demonstrate a number of technological capacities; email correspondence, blog/wiki writing, forum discussion, digital voice recording, etc. Class Resources Grade 12 Schedule – Complete with daily and in-class assignments, homework, and corresponding due dates. Grade 12 Wiki– Contains the necessary vocabulary list, supplemental video and audio, the related poems, etc. Grade 12 Blog- Contains guidelines and examples for a number of the unit writing assignments. Our Scribd Account- You can find all the handouts from class and the RUBRICS. Our Step Into Our Classroom Twitter Account – we constantly give updates, notifications, and reminders regarding assignments and activities Engrade- Our online grade book.