Grade 9 English – 10F
Course Outline – September 2015 – January 2016
Ms. Kopetsky
204 – 888 – 4867
English 10F is organized into a number
of integrated units, each of which corresponds to one or more important
themes. Within most units, we will read
and discuss a variety of short selections (such as stories and poems). We will also read several longer works in the
course, such as SPEAK by Laurie Halse Anderson, Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, and
a Shakespearean play, Romeo and Juliet. In each unit, you will complete a variety of
writing assignments, and, as well, have many opportunities for viewing,
discussion, and creative expression. Our focus will be on the following
outcomes: Organizing Ideas, Exploring Ideas, Communicating Ideas, Responding to
Text, Building Community.
UNITS APPROXIMATE
TIMELINE
1. Digital Citizenship 8 – 10
classes
2. New Beginnings & Shared Worlds 30 - 35
classes
Readings –
short stories, poetry, non-fiction
Writing –
creative assignment/paragraph writing
Introduction
to PEACE format
Introduction
to Writing Variables & Reflecting
3. Relationships 20
- 25 classes
Readings –
short stories, poetry, non-fiction
Novel – SPEAK
Responding to
text - PEACE format
Ongoing Reflections, essay writing
4. Environment 10
-15 classes Readings - short stories,poetry, non-fiction
Various writing experiences cont...
Oral Presentations
January - Focus will be primarily on examination preparation and review.
January Midterm Exam Theme:
Heroes
Course Evaluation:
You will be assessed in the following areas:
a) Comprehends and responds critically to a variety of texts
b) Uses and adapts to a variety of written forms appropriate for audience,
purpose, and context
c) Manages ideas and information
d) Explores thoughts, ideas, feelings, experiences
e) Celebrates and builds community
Your assignments (homework, class work, quizzes,
tests, essays, projects, etc.) will be graded based on one or more of the above
areas...this will make more sense as we go through it.
Term Work including the midterm: 75%
Final Exam (June): 25%
Working for Success
If you miss
any classes (that would include assignments, assessments, etc.) it is your responsibility to get caught up. Reminder:
You’re not collecting credits… Collect them!
You will be
considered late if you arrive after the bell and the class has begun. Please enter the room quietly, leave your
late slip on my desk, and go to your seat without disturbing any of the other
students. Better option: be on time.
You will need
a three-ring binder, looseleaf, several pens (black/blue ink). Most assignments that are handed in are to be
in blue or black ink/or word processed; pencil is acceptable for daily edits
and some other assignments.
Optional: digital learning device
Our room is to be
kept clean at all times. Please recycle. Remember that we share this room.
Respect and
courtesy are paramount to the success of our
classroom. This means everyone in the
room has the right to enjoy a safe, positive, and non-threatening learning
environment. How do we do this? Easy: keep classroom conversations respectful
of everyone, including anyone not present.
What does this look like? And sound like to you?
If you choose
not to use classroom time productively, that is your problem. If you are interfering with the ability of others to
use class time effectively, then it is my
and your problem. This is part of the respect and courtesy thing.
“Life is Change. Growth is Optional. Choose Wisely!” (Unknown)
Grade
12 English – 40SC
Course Outline – Fall/Winter
2015 - 2016
Ms. Kopetsky
Blog: mskopetskys.blogspot.ca
The 40SC English course will offer many opportunities for written and
oral expression. You will be exposed to
a wide variety of literary forms and other media in order to develop and
strengthen your communication skills.
You will be assessed in the following areas:
a)
Comprehends and responds critically to a variety of texts
b)
Uses and adapts to a variety of written forms appropriate for audience,
purpose, and context
c)
Manages ideas and information
d)
Explores thoughts, ideas, feelings, experiences
e)
Celebrates and builds community
UNITS APPROXIMATE
TIMELINE
1.
Reality
Imagined
Big Idea: How do your experiences
influence your identity? & How has your identity changed as you have moved
from childhood into your teens? 20
classes
·
Readings – short stories, poetry, non- fiction texts
·
Film Viewing: Identity Focused
·
Writing –memoir, personal journals,
·
Review of Write Traits/Grammar
·
Writing & Connecting Variables
·
Ongoing Reflections
2.
Narrative
Forms
Big Idea: How do authors use new
forms or fresh perspectives to tell stories?
20 classes
Readings – variety of texts Writing
– variety of forms
3.
Truth
Perceived
Big Idea: How can understanding the world around you
help you make better decisions? 25 classes
·
Readings – short stories, poetry, non-fiction texts
·
Writing – creative assignment/essay
·
Novels: Human Rights focused
·
Film Viewing: Human Rights
focused
4.
Exam Prep Ongoing
- Readings/Assignments
in preparation for the January 2016 Provincial Exam
Added
Bits: Poetry, Modern Play,
Discussions/Debates, Variety of Readings – Newspaper, Articles, Textbooks,
Cartoons, Digital Learning (Bring in your devices)
Course
Evaluation:
Daily Work (including written assignments, reading response journals,
tests, oral presentations, etc.): 70%
Provincial Standards Exam – January 2016:
30%
You will be assessed in the following areas:
a)
Comprehends and responds critically to a variety of texts
b)
Uses and adapts to a variety of written forms appropriate for audience,
purpose, and context
c)
Manages ideas and information
d)
Explores thoughts, ideas, feelings, experiences
e)
Celebrates and builds community
Your assignments (homework, class work, quizzes, tests, essays,
projects, etc.) will be graded based on one or more of the above areas. Don’t
worry; this will make more sense as we go through it.
Working for Success
Ø Your
success is up to YOU…lots of stuff will be going on in class. Attend, Participate, Ask for help, Keep up
with your work…
Ø If you
miss any classes (that would include assignments, assessments, etc.) it is your responsibility to get caught up.
Ø You will
be considered late if you arrive after the bell and the class has begun. Please enter the room quietly, leave your
late slip on my desk, and go to your seat without disturbing any of the other
students. Alternative, better option: BE ON TIME!
Ø You will
need a three-ring binder, looseleaf, several pens (black/blue ink). Most assignments that are handed in are to be
in blue or black ink/or word processed; pencil is acceptable for daily work and
some other assignments.
Ø Our room is to be kept clean at all times.
Please recycle. Remember that we share this room; don’t make me the bad guy
with other teachers!
Ø Respect
and courtesy are paramount to the success of our classroom. This means
everyone in the room has the right to enjoy a safe, positive, and
non-threatening learning environment. How do we do this? Easy: keep classroom
conversations respectful of everyone, including
anyone not present.
Ø If you
choose not to use classroom time productively, that’s your problem. If you’re interfering with the ability of others to
use class time effectively, then it’s my
problem. It’s part of the respect and courtesy thing.
“Excellence is not a singular
act, but a habit. You are what you
repeatedly do.”
Shaquille Oneal
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