High School Curriculum Guide 2022 - 2023
The Comparative Genres course is designed for students to appreciate the complexity and joy of a range of literature, and to advance their skills to comprehend and write critically about texts and contexts. The literature selections will draw from drama, poetry, novellas, and short stories from a range of historical periods and global traditions. Close textual analysis will be emphasized for students to explore the artistic, cultural, and sometimes political choices of authors. Students will also compare and contrast the ways literature reflects and critiques society. Beyond the advanced analysis for reading, students will communicate in both written and verbal forms. This course is based on the Common Core Learning Standards, and the formative learning activities support student understanding of concepts while perfecting their communication and critical thinking skills. Summative assessments to measure student progress include academic conversations, oral presentations, text annotations, and written arguments, both comparative and thematic.
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