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Syllabus for English Literature

English Literature is a comprehensive survey course that includes many different genres such as poetry, drama, novels, essays, and short stories. In addition to the reading of many famous works, the students will complete a variety of composition assignments, reader response journals, and a research paper.

Textbook and novels to be used:

McDougal Littel English Literature (Government Loan)
Hamlet by William Shakespeare
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte
Return of the Native by Thomas Hardy
Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad
Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift

It is recommended that students purchase all novels as soon as possible.

Grading Procedure

All grades will be determined using a total points system each quarter.
Midterm Grade = 40% first quarter + 40% second quarter + 20% midterm exam
Final Grade = 50% first quarter + 50% second quarter

This class will follow the Bishop McNamara grading scale as follows:

93 – 100 A- to A+
84 - 92 B- to B+
77 - 83 C- to C+
70 - 76 D- to D+
0 - 69 F

Important Note: This course is non-cumulative. If a student fails the first semester, the student will lose ½ credit. This course is a graduation requirement.

Other Course Requirements

Compositions – Juniors will complete numerous composition assignments analyzing various types of literature. The students will write persuasive, thesis development, comparison/contrast, and critical analysis essays. There will be some opportunities for creative writing also. All papers for this course are to be typed.

Research Paper – Seniors will be completing a research paper covering some aspect of English Literature that the student chooses and the teacher approves. The 8 – 10 page typed paper will be in the MLA research paper format.

Journals – Seniors will complete a number of reader-response journals to stimulate discussion on topics of English Literature and current events.

Expectations for Class

Students are expected to conduct themselves in a Christian manner. Students are expected to show respect to the teacher and fellow classmates in words and actions.

Students are to be on time for class.

During prayer, students are to remain silent and reverent.

Students are to bring their books, writing materials, and planners to class daily.

Students not performing at a 77% will receive a progress report.

Students who are absent from school are to make up work in a timely manner. Students are to speak to the teacher on their first day back or in the event of a scheduled absence (athletic or scholastic event, college day, Kairos); in advance to arrange make-up dates for missed work. Students are expected to have an admit slip when returning to class and to obtain this slip prior to the start of class. First hour students who are absent or late must have an admit slip to come to class.

The Bishop McNamara policy regarding absences on page 14 of the student handbook will be strictly enforced. The Dean of Students will also be notified by the teacher if the student appears to be consistently absent on test or quiz days or when major composition assignments are due. If a student arrives late or leaves early during the day, the assignment is expected that same day.

Students are expected to turn in all work on time at the beginning of the class period. No late assignments will be accepted. (The teacher reserves the right to make a judgment in extreme circumstances. Parents will be called to verity such circumstances.)

Important Phone Numbers and Information

If students have questions or need additional help, I am available:

6^th Period – I have study hall in 15-16 during the first semester only. Second semester is free.

7^th Period – Preparation Period

After school, I am usually in the building for at least 30 to 40 minutes. Students should check in room 115 and room 24.

Home Phone Number: 933-5074 or e-mail at spokes@colint.com

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