Classes

English IV

AP Literature

Prerequisites

English I, II, and III

English I, II, III (advanced); AP Language

Course Description

Senior English is a continuation of the study of the reading, writing, communicating, and research processes.  All levels will receive a comprehensive review of grammar and writing.  All levels will study the literature of England.  Special emphasis is given to the research process.

Students in the accelerated English program are offered both AP Language and Composition and AP Literature and Composition.  AP Literature and Composition deals with explication of the major genres of literature—poetry, fiction, and drama; students will learn to identify and to evaluate literary devices and techniques in the works of major writers.

Credits

1 unit English credit, ½ elective credit

1 unit English credit, ½ elective credit