The purpose of this course is to guide students through Essential Questions that integrate the following English Language Arts domains: reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language using the state-adopted, board-approved textbook and core literature. This course provides ample opportunities to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate literary and informational texts with an emphasis on American literature through close reading. Additionally, students utilize the writing process to generate
narrative, informative/explanatory, and argumentative text types in order to enhance their writing fluency and effectiveness. Students will have ample opportunities to take part in a variety of rich, structured conversations – as part of a whole class, in small groups, and with a partner to gain experiences that will foster the skills of the Speaking and Listening Domain. Furthermore, to meet the demands of the Language Domain students will gain control over many conventions of standard English grammar, usage, and mechanics as well as learn other ways to use language to convey meaning effectively.