PreIB English 10 Syllabus

Lakewood High School: 2016-2017

Teacher Name: Ms. Kristen Moore
Email: krjmoore@jeffco.k12.co.us, krjmoore@jeffcoschools.us (gmail account)
Office Hours: 7:10-7:35
Location: A111 (classroom) B109 (office)
Website: lhsmoore.weebly.com
American Literature
This class explores various genres of American Literature within different historical contexts. In preparation for
IB English, students will gain:
A personal appreciation of language and literature
Skills in literary criticism
An understanding of stylistic and aesthetic qualities of texts
Strong powers of expression, both written and oral
Year at a Glance - Major Texts and Writing Tasks: (order subject to change)
Quarter 1

Quarter 2

Quarter 3

Literature
Focus:

Summer Reading
Intro to American
Lit
Poetry
Short Stories
The Crucible*

Transcendentalism Drama
Into the Wild
A Raisin in the Sun*
The Great Gatsby* Macbeth
The American
Dream

Contemporary Literature
Catcher in the Rye*
Short Selections

Elements of
Composition:

Literary Analysis
and Comparative
Textual Analysis
Poetic Devices
MLA Format
Thesis
Statements
Parallel Structure
Transitions

Debate/Argument
Organization of
Ideas
Counter-Argument

Short Fiction
Imagery
Figurative Language
Theme
Audience
Purpose

Investigative Report
First-Hand Research
Journalistic Structures

Quarter 4

*A note about class texts:

While the school is able to provide students with copies of the indicated texts, it is highly encouraged to
purchase your own copies. This way you will be able to annotate, highlight, dog-ear, and think all over the text,
which leads to more critical thinking and a more thorough understanding. Amazon.com is a great place to
purchase discounted paperbacks.
*indicates text we recommend purchasing.

Grading Scale:
A= 100-90% B= 89-80%

C= 79-70% D= 69-60% F= 59% and below

Late Work/Make-Up Work Policy:

All work must be submitted by the assigned due date. Any work not submitted will be marked as missing in the
gradebook until it is received. Late work is accepted on the following conditions:
All formative assessments, or smaller, practice-oriented assignments, are accepted at a 50%
deduction.

PreIB English 10 Syllabus

Lakewood High School: 2016-2017
Summative assessments, or major assignments such as essays or projects, are accepted at a
10% deduction per school day (not per class meeting day). Deductions will not go below 60%.
All work for the unit of study must be turned in within the 6-week progress period. Clarify all cutoff dates with your teacher.
Absences:
Please turn in any work missed during an absence as soon as you return to school. Even if you
dont go to English class the day you return, it is the responsible and respectful choice to see your
teacher on the day you come back to hand in any missing work.
Class Expectations:
Be respectful, to yourself, your classmates, and your teacher.
Be present, both physically and mentally. In order to learn, you have to engage with the
material. Passive behavior does not encourage growth, but keeping an active mind does.
Be responsible. Know due dates and expectations, and check with your teacher when you are
unsure.
Be prepared. Have the materials you need, including books, annotations, and
writing/discussion materials.
Challenge yourself. Not everyone develops at the same pace, so always ask yourself what you
can be doing individually to improve.
Materials Needed:
Mandatory:

Suggested:

Composition Book
Folder for handouts, or section within a binder
Pens, pencils

Laptop
Post-its
Highlighters

Cheating/Plagiarism:
The consequences for a student who is found cheating includes: The student(s) will not receive credit for their
academic work, parents will be contacted, the student(s) will be referred to an administrator, and suspension
may be an option - depending on the severity of the cheating (LHS Student Handbook).
All major written assignments should be submitted through turnitin.com.
Welcome!
Now that all the important stuff is done....welcome to PreIB English 10! I hope that this class not only instills
important academic skills, but also a genuine interest, hopefully even a passion, for reading, writing, and
discussion. Literacy is one of the most vital skills you will gain from your education, and I hope that you
become more critical and engaged in the way you read the written word and the world around you. Make the
most of your time here - share positivity, engage in our material, and always try to put your best self forward. I
look forward to seeing all of you succeed!