Communication Arts I & II Syllabus
Mrs. Boone
Room 309
Required Materials
Rationale
Communication Arts I & II are yearlong courses designed to stimulate students’ interest and understanding of literary concepts and to utilize critical analysis skills of literary works (poetry, short stories, non-fiction, plays, and novels). Students will also write a variety of essays (persuasive, narrative, analysis) and complete a research paper using MLA format. The curriculum is based upon the Missouri Course Level Expectations and Common Core Standards.
Course Description
This course will focus upon academic reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Literature selections will vary based on the quarter. By establishing a broad basis of literary knowledge and developing analytical skills, students will be empowered to critically assess themes, concepts, and terminology presented from a wide variety of styles.
Key Learner Outcomes
Students will:
1. Establish a background knowledge base of literary themes throughout literature.
2. Identify similarities and differences between authors of literary periods.
3. Compose critical analysis of a variety of literary works, including poetry, drama, short stories, essays, and novels.
4. Establish a relationship between the literary works studied and the world today.
5. Continue advancement of writing and analytical abilities.
6. Conduct and compile research into a paper using MLA format.
Classroom Requirements
1. Participation – Active participation is vital in this course. You will take part in small group and whole class discussions.
2. Attendance – If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to talk to me about what you missed prior to the beginning of the class period. You will have one day for each day missed to complete and return missed assignments due to absence.
3. Projects, papers, and essays – You will have several challenging and interesting projects/papers/essays in this class. Failure to complete one or more of these assignments could result in a failing grade for the course.
Discipline
Disruption of class in any way or form will not be tolerated. Depending on the severity of the infraction, the student will get a warning and then the parent will be contacted if the problem keeps occurring. After parent contact, if the problem does not cease, the student will be sent to the office. If the problem is severe (fighting, etc.) then the student will go directly to the office.
Classroom Expectations
1. Be respectful to your teacher and classmates at all times.
2. Come to class prepared each day with your notebook, writing utensils, and books.
3. Be in the classroom and in your seat when the bell begins to ring.
4. Do not bring food or drinks into the classroom.
5. Actively participate in activities and discussions.
6. Try your very best!
Parents/Guardians and Student,
Please read and review the class syllabus. If you have any questions, please contact me by phone (417-847-3137) or by email ([email protected]).
Manuscript Rules: Papers (Essays) and Homework
1. Use white notebook paper with regular or college rule lines. (Recycled paper is acceptable.)
2. Write ONLY on one side of the paper.
3. Use blue or black ink for all papers and homework papers.
4. Do not use paper torn from a spiral notebook unless it has a smooth edge.
5. To make any corrections, draw ONE LINE through the word or words needing to be scratched out. You may also use the delete symbol. Messy papers will not be accepted for evaluation.
6. Center the title of an essay on the top line. Capitalize according to standard rules for titles. DO NOT USE QUOTATION MARKS AROUND YOUR OWN TITLE OR UNDERLINE YOUR TITLE.)
7. Skip one line before beginning the first paragraph or other assignments. Do not skip lines between paragraphs.
8. Use the pink line for the left regular margin.
9. Indent ¾ on the right side of all pages and do not write on the last line of the paper. If you are typing your paper, leave a one-inch margin on all sides and the top and bottom of your paper.
10. All typed assignments will use MLA style. It can be found in your grammar and writing book or on the internet.
11. Divide words between syllables to keep your right hand margin straight. Never divide a word after a one letter syllable at the beginning of a word.
12. Staple one time in the top left corner of your paper.
13. DO NOT FOLD YOUR PAPER. IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR EVALUATION.
14. Sign your full name, the name of the class and hour, and the date in the very upper right hand corner of page one. All pages after the first need only your last name and page number.
15. Use two (2) spaces after all end punctuation.
EXAMPLE: Page one Mrs. Richards
Comm. Arts IV, 1
18 August 2011
Page two Richards 2
ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE DUE AT THE BEGINNING OF THE HOUR ON THE DATE DUE. POINTS WILL STILL BE DEDUCTED FOR LATE WORK.
ASSIGNMENTS THAT DO NOT FOLLOW THE MANUSCRIPT RULES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Grading Scale is subject to change based on what is covered in class each quarter.
Reading - 35%
Writing - 35%
Presenting/Publishing - 20% (Class Participation)
Researching 10% (Research)
Essential Learning Outcomes and Mastery Levels: Students are expected to master the skills taught in class to become better readers, writers, and learners. In order to master the concepts taught, students need to maintain at least an 70% or higher grade in the class.
Mrs. Boone
Room 309
Required Materials
- One package of post-it notes
- One package of highlighters
- One five subject spiral notebook with pockets
- One package of notebook paper
- One package of Kleenex (optional)
- Blue or black ink pens
Rationale
Communication Arts I & II are yearlong courses designed to stimulate students’ interest and understanding of literary concepts and to utilize critical analysis skills of literary works (poetry, short stories, non-fiction, plays, and novels). Students will also write a variety of essays (persuasive, narrative, analysis) and complete a research paper using MLA format. The curriculum is based upon the Missouri Course Level Expectations and Common Core Standards.
Course Description
This course will focus upon academic reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Literature selections will vary based on the quarter. By establishing a broad basis of literary knowledge and developing analytical skills, students will be empowered to critically assess themes, concepts, and terminology presented from a wide variety of styles.
Key Learner Outcomes
Students will:
1. Establish a background knowledge base of literary themes throughout literature.
2. Identify similarities and differences between authors of literary periods.
3. Compose critical analysis of a variety of literary works, including poetry, drama, short stories, essays, and novels.
4. Establish a relationship between the literary works studied and the world today.
5. Continue advancement of writing and analytical abilities.
6. Conduct and compile research into a paper using MLA format.
Classroom Requirements
1. Participation – Active participation is vital in this course. You will take part in small group and whole class discussions.
2. Attendance – If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to talk to me about what you missed prior to the beginning of the class period. You will have one day for each day missed to complete and return missed assignments due to absence.
3. Projects, papers, and essays – You will have several challenging and interesting projects/papers/essays in this class. Failure to complete one or more of these assignments could result in a failing grade for the course.
Discipline
Disruption of class in any way or form will not be tolerated. Depending on the severity of the infraction, the student will get a warning and then the parent will be contacted if the problem keeps occurring. After parent contact, if the problem does not cease, the student will be sent to the office. If the problem is severe (fighting, etc.) then the student will go directly to the office.
Classroom Expectations
1. Be respectful to your teacher and classmates at all times.
2. Come to class prepared each day with your notebook, writing utensils, and books.
3. Be in the classroom and in your seat when the bell begins to ring.
4. Do not bring food or drinks into the classroom.
5. Actively participate in activities and discussions.
6. Try your very best!
Parents/Guardians and Student,
Please read and review the class syllabus. If you have any questions, please contact me by phone (417-847-3137) or by email ([email protected]).
Manuscript Rules: Papers (Essays) and Homework
1. Use white notebook paper with regular or college rule lines. (Recycled paper is acceptable.)
2. Write ONLY on one side of the paper.
3. Use blue or black ink for all papers and homework papers.
4. Do not use paper torn from a spiral notebook unless it has a smooth edge.
5. To make any corrections, draw ONE LINE through the word or words needing to be scratched out. You may also use the delete symbol. Messy papers will not be accepted for evaluation.
6. Center the title of an essay on the top line. Capitalize according to standard rules for titles. DO NOT USE QUOTATION MARKS AROUND YOUR OWN TITLE OR UNDERLINE YOUR TITLE.)
7. Skip one line before beginning the first paragraph or other assignments. Do not skip lines between paragraphs.
8. Use the pink line for the left regular margin.
9. Indent ¾ on the right side of all pages and do not write on the last line of the paper. If you are typing your paper, leave a one-inch margin on all sides and the top and bottom of your paper.
10. All typed assignments will use MLA style. It can be found in your grammar and writing book or on the internet.
11. Divide words between syllables to keep your right hand margin straight. Never divide a word after a one letter syllable at the beginning of a word.
12. Staple one time in the top left corner of your paper.
13. DO NOT FOLD YOUR PAPER. IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR EVALUATION.
14. Sign your full name, the name of the class and hour, and the date in the very upper right hand corner of page one. All pages after the first need only your last name and page number.
15. Use two (2) spaces after all end punctuation.
EXAMPLE: Page one Mrs. Richards
Comm. Arts IV, 1
18 August 2011
Page two Richards 2
ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE DUE AT THE BEGINNING OF THE HOUR ON THE DATE DUE. POINTS WILL STILL BE DEDUCTED FOR LATE WORK.
ASSIGNMENTS THAT DO NOT FOLLOW THE MANUSCRIPT RULES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Grading Scale is subject to change based on what is covered in class each quarter.
Reading - 35%
Writing - 35%
Presenting/Publishing - 20% (Class Participation)
Researching 10% (Research)
Essential Learning Outcomes and Mastery Levels: Students are expected to master the skills taught in class to become better readers, writers, and learners. In order to master the concepts taught, students need to maintain at least an 70% or higher grade in the class.