ENGLISH DEPARTMENT
Courses in the English Department enable students to develop skills in literacy and the language arts, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking. Instruction and practice in reading strategies and process writing augment the study of literature. Literary works from a variety of genres (novels, plays, short fiction, essays, mythology, and poetry), time periods (classic and contemporary), and cultures (Western and multicultural) are studied. Activities and assessments include discussion, debate, essays, projects, oral presentations, artistic and dramatic interpretations, and expository and creative writing. English 1 - Introduction to Literary Analysis Level: Freshmen Year 10 credits UC/CSU Approval: Yes Prerequisite: None Description: English 1 is a genre course designed to familiarize students with the various major literary forms. The novel, short story, drama, mythology, and poetry are introduced and their elements studied. In addition, grammar and usage conventions are reviewed. Writing assignments focus on multi-paragraph compositions which are developed in response to the literature studied. Standardized test preparation, including reading comprehension and vocabulary development, is begun. Creative writing and enrichment activities are also included. English 1 Honors - Introduction to Literary Analysis Level: Freshmen Year 10 credits UC/CSU Approval: Yes Prerequisite: Students are placed by the admissions team based on evaluation of some standardized tests, 7th and 8th grade English grades, teacher recommendations, and a writing sample. Description: English 1 Honors is designed for students who have demonstrated exceptional ability and interest in English. The course takes a humanities approach to the study of literary genres, including mythology, the novel, short stories, drama, and poetry. The course examines both the classics of Western Civilization and contemporary multicultural works. Written literary analysis is introduced with an emphasis 12
