ENGLISH 10 Course Outline

Musquodoboit Rural High School

OUTCOMES:
Students will be expected to demonstrate:

Speaking and Listening: 20%

Speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and
experiences
Communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and critically
Interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience and purpose
Reading and Viewing: 40%
Select, read and view with understanding a range of literature, information, media, visual, and audio
texts
Interpret, select, and combine information using a variety of strategies, resources, and technologies
Respond personally to a range of texts
Respond critically to a range of texts, applying their understanding of language, use, and form
Writing and Other Ways of Representing: 40%
Use writing and other ways of representing to explore, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, feelings,
experiences, and learning; and to use their imaginations
Create texts collaboratively and independently, using a variety of forms for a range of audiences and
purposes
Use a range of strategies to develop effective writing and other ways of representing and to enhance
their clarity, precision and effectiveness
The following may be included in English 10:
Speaking Skills
Short Stories
Independent Novel Studies
Shakespearean theatre
Poetry (various genres)
Media
Writing (various types, with a focus on formal writing and essay format)
Writing mechanics (grammar, spelling, vocabulary)
Assessment is the process of gathering information that reflects how well a student is achieving.
Formative assessment shows growth over time and helps the student and class move forward appropriately.
Summative assessment is a tool used to determine how much learning was done (usually at the end.)
Evaluation in this course refers to the final exam, a NS Provincial Exam worth 20% of the final.
In English 10 the following may be used in both formative and summative assessment:
Learning & Assessment Strategies that may be used in English 10:
Projects/Reports
Presentations
Active Listening
Observations
Class Participation
Interviews
Group Work
Student/Teacher Conferences
Written Work
Tests/Quizzes/Exams
Essays and the writing process

The purpose of this course is to help each student improve his/her ability to speak, write, and otherwise
communicate effectively. Students will have multiple opportunities to meet each outcome.

Student Expectations/Responsibilities:
Missed class time/evaluations: If a student misses a quiz, presentation or other in-class work, he/she will be expected
to complete the missed component on the first day he/she returns to class. Students are responsible for getting the
work they missed when they return (all class notes, assignments, homework). Students should also check
PowerSchool regularly.
Late assignments: Assignments must be completed by the given due date. A final extended deadline may be
requested in advance of the original due date if needed. Once an assignment has been marked and returned to the
class, it must be completed during extra help at lunch, which is a great opportunity to meet missed outcomes.
Plagiarism: Any form of plagiarism is not acceptable. Plagiarism is taking the thoughts and/or writings of others and
presenting them as your own. Cheating is sharing information during a test, exam or individual assignment.
Extra Help: Extra help will be given at lunch time from 12:15 12:45 on Wednesdays and Fridays. If you need
help outside of this time you can schedule a time to do so but advance notice must be given. Students are encouraged
to attend extra help to finish assignments, discuss course material, assignments, tests, missed classes, etc.
In Class Behaviour Expectations:
Cell phones and other electronics are allowed only when they are needed to access information and help your
learning. Disruptive use will result in losing this privilege.
Please arrive on time for class. KNOCK if youre late and the door is closed. Use good manners.
*Note: Students are expected to follow the code of conduct as outlined by the province.
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Mark Break Down:
Semester Work
+ Final Provincial Exam
Total

70%
20% (not exemptible)
100%

I am here to help you! If you have any difficulties, please let me know right away so we can keep you on track for a
successful semester.
Website for assignments, due dates and assessment dates:
http://lauramacdougall.weebly.com/
Email: LMacDougall@hrsb.ca
Phone: 384-2320 ext. 780-2303
Ms. MacDougall