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the literature and cultural media as conjunctive components


Advanced Placement 12: Literature &


Composition 1 credit


This course is designed to provide students with a learning experience equivalent to the introductory year of college literature work. The course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of literature. Through the reading of literary texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. An integral part of the course is writing interpretations of literary texts based on careful observations of textual details such as structure, style, theme, figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone.


English Electives


Te following courses may be used for arts/humanities or elective credits for graduation.


Film Studies


.5 credit/semester course Neutrally Weighted Students in this class will analyze films of various eras and styles, considering the literary and cinematic techniques and perspectives which contribute to create meaning.


This course will supplement


and expand on skills practiced in other courses, including Language Arts and Video Production. Coursework will focus on critically viewing films, reading relevant texts, and writing both creatively and analytically.


Class discussions will provide a


forum for students to reflect on, theorize about, and evaluate films.


Publications


.5 credit/semester course Neutrally Weighted Designed for students interested in fields such as social media,


journalism, magazine design, and


communications, students will explore “traditional” media (magazines and newspapers), as well as “emerging” media (websites, blogs, and popular social media). Publications will cover the techniques of design, graphics, and current trends in publishing, as well as identifying and communicating with an audience. This course will prepare students to


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compete in a global, digital publications market. Public Speaking 1


.5 credit/semester course Neutrally Weighted Public


speaking is a skill needed for success


in communication, both in formal and informal situations. Students will examine techniques for writing and presenting persuasive,


informative,


interpretive, and entertaining speeches in addition to refining voice, poise, pronunciation, and gestures. Extemporaneous speeches, as well as speeches requiring research and preparation, are included. By developing self-confidence in front of a crowd, students will prepare themselves for various social and career opportunities.


Public Speaking 2 .5 credit/semester course


Neutrally Weighted Building upon the foundational speaking skills


learned in Public Speaking, this course is for the student who desires to develop confidence and leadership skills. Students will seek opportunities to individualize their speeches and to speak outside of the classroom according to their interests and strengths.


Prerequisite: Public Speaking 1 Theatre 1


.5 credit/semester course Neutrally Weighted An introductory course designed for students with an interest in drama, students are given opportunities to study and practice acting techniques. This course includes a background in theatre, including improvisation, movement, and pantomime; use of voice, diction, and oral interpretation.


Theatre 2


.5 credit/semester course Neutrally Weighted Theatre Production is an exploratory course designed for students interested in drama. Students explore, develop, and synthesize the elements of the theatre through practical, hands-on experiences in acting and stagecraft. Through techniques like costuming, set design, and lighting, students will learn various elements of dramatic production.


Prerequisite: Teatre 1 or permission of instructor


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