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English continued
ENGLISH IV—BRITISH LITERATURE
Two semesters, 1 credit
Required
W W W. S H E LT O N . O R G
The course is composed of a study of short stories, poetry, drama, and several
complete novels from significant British writers. In preparation for a college
level class, writing and gaining experience with MLA format is emphasized.
In addition to writing about the texts they read, students write an extensive
research paper, which covers all facets of research. Grammar and composition
skills are further developed in the context of interacting with classic literature
and outside reading. Leading up to their senior year, students will read
their summer reading novel and write both short essay responses and a
5-paragraph essay.
ENGLISH IV / ENGLISH 1301, 1302 (Dual Credit
Course)
Two semesters, 1 high school credit, 6 hours of college credit
Pre-approval required
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In this course, students will be exposed to different scenarios regarding
collegiate life and academics. Senior Seminar is designed to aid in the
transition between high school and college by allowing students to explore
topics such as roommate relations, schedules/orientation, effective note
taking, and many others. Alongside these topics, students will learn how to
effectively communicate through writing by using formats commonly used in
college: MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style. In an added interest for fully
preparing students, the course is taught by two teachers and students will
split their time between each, modeling a collegiate learning structure.
U P P E R S C H O O L C O U R S E C AT A L O G
One semester, .5 credit
Pre-requisites: Must be a senior
Elective
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SENIOR SEMINAR
S H E LT O N S C H O O L
This course consists of two semester-long college level courses, English 1301
and 1302. English 1301 focuses on the development of effective rhetorical
strategies in academic writing, while also reinforcing grammar and mechanics
knowledge. Students compose argumentative papers in MLA format in
preparation for further university-level work. English 1302 begins with a
review of the concepts covered in 1301, followed by extensive exploration of
academic research skills including evaluating sources, compiling an annotated
bibliography, and further developing students’ skills in rhetoric and argument.
English 1302 also emphasizes timed writing exercises in preparation for inclass timed writing assignments and assessments. Successful completion of
these courses results in six hours of college credit.
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