English Literature and Composition
Ms. Jacobs Room B 08
2012-2013
Welcome
to my English Language Arts class. I am eager to get to know each and
every one of you throughout this school year. This course will
demand a lot from you as a student; however, I will try to make the class as
enjoyable as possible.
I
expect you to perform your absolute best both inside and outside of the
classroom. I will always be here to help you; I encourage you to see me
with any questions or concerns you might have throughout the year.
Ultimately, I care about all of you and I truly want you to succeed.
Together we can make this a successful year. After school you can find me
every day until 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise specified. I have an open door
policy, which means you may come to me for extra help after school, just be
sure to notify your parents
Teacher
Contact Information:
Email: Coming soon
Phone: (706) 748-
Website: www.djacobsliteratureclass.com
Text: Holt Elements of
Literature, fourth course.
Various
Literary Novels
Course
Overview:
Focusing on a study of
literary genres, this course develops initial understanding of both the
structure and the meaning of a work of literature. The student develops initial
understanding of the way the form of a work of literature affects the meaning
of the work and of the process of interpretation of a text. The student reads
thoughtfully and purposefully, constantly checking for understanding of the
author’s intent and meaning in order to determine a sound interpretation. The
student seriously engages in reading for learning. This process sweeps across
all disciplinary domains, extending even to the area of personal learning. The
student encounters a variety of informational and fictional texts and reads
texts in all genres and modes of discourse.
As for writing, the students
will express competency in all modes or genres are practiced at each grade
level; however, in order to achieve mastery, each grade level has a particular
writing focus. Technical writing is the focus for 9th grade; by the
end of 9th grade, the student will demonstrate competency in
technical writing. The student writes coherent and focused texts that
convey a well-defined perspective or tightly-reasoned argument. The writing
exhibits the student’s awareness of audience and purpose. When appropriate, the
texts contain introductions, supporting evidence, and conclusions. The student
regularly progresses through the stages of the writing process (i.e.,
prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing successive versions).
Course
Objectives:
At
the end of the course, the students will be able to:
o Define, identify, and
analyze literary terms and devices;
o Identify, compare, and
contrast persuasive techniques and appeals by media;
o Read, interpret, and analyze
non-fiction literature as well as novel format;
o Organize and develop
essays of various types: including expository, and persuasive;
o Write grammatically
correct, interesting, and varies sentences;
o Develop revision and
editing skills;
o Prepare and present
material to whole-class audiences;
o Increase vocabulary
knowledge and develop research skills;
Classroom Expectations:
1.
Come
to class ON TIME, sit in your assigned seat, be prepared, and ready to LEARN!
2.
Hand
in all quality work on time.
3.
Raise
your hand and wait to be called on before speaking.
4.
Behave
in a manner that is respectful to all others in the classroom including peers,
teachers, and guest.
5.
Keep
work area(s) and classroom clean and tidy.
6.
Students
will follow all guidelines of the Dougherty
County School
District.
Golden rule: treat others as you would like to be
treated!!!!
Consequences
ü
Verbal
Warning
ü
Student
–Teacher Conference
ü
Parent-Teacher
Conference
ü
Detention
ü
Office
referral
Organization: It is important that you
keep an organized binder to keep notes, quizzes, and all other handouts in
order. Binders should be divided into four sections: Notes,
Handouts, Homework, and Writing. Binders will be checked
randomly throughout the year and will count as a quiz grade. Keep your
binders organized!
Absences:
Please make sure you get
a homework buddy. Exchange numbers with a responsible person in class
that can update you on any missed assignments. Students have 10
days to make-up work due to excused absences. Students cannot make-up work
due to suspensions.
Essays/Test:
all
essays must be typed in black, Times New Roman, and 12 pt. font.
Essays will be submitted twice. Students will submit a hardcopy complete
with evidence of the writing process and submit an electronic copy over
turnitin.com. Students will receive a grade of “0” for plagiarized work and
may be subject for disciplinary actions.
Writing
assignments will be due at the end of the class period on the due date
assigned. Any day after that will be considered late. The writing
assignments are not homework, unless other wised stated by me.
Cheating
during a test receives a grade of a “0”. Students who are caught talking during
a test will be assumed to be cheating.
All other assignments must be
written in blue or black ink pen only.
Homework: All homework is due the day after it is assigned
unless expressed otherwise. Anything turned in after 4:00 p.m. on the due date
is considered late.
Grading: Homework and especially quizzes, tests,
and projects must be turned in or completed by the date they are due.
Major points will be taken off for late projects and/or essays.
Scales/Weights:
Ø
Daily/Warm-ups:
20%
Ø
Homework:
15%
Ø
Quizzes:
10%
________Total:
45%______
Ø
Projects:
20%
Ø
Test/
Essays:
20%
________Total:
40%______
Ø
Final
Exam:
15%
EOCT
20% (of final overall grade)
Grade
Scale:
90-100%
A
80-90%
B
70-80
C
69 & Below
F
Supplies:
o 1” Inch Literature
Binder (only literature)
o Composition Book
o Pens (Blue or Black Ink
Only)
o Notebook Paper
o Jump/Flash Drive
For Your Information
I Look Forward To a Great Year!
Please parents post sign below to ensure that you have read and
understand the Syllabus and return to class:
I ________________________________ have read, understood and
agreed to the terms
(print
name)
above for my child ___________________________________
during the 2012-2013
(print
student’s name)
school year.
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