Academia Santa Rosa



5267325-60960 Academia Santa Rosa Bayamón, Puerto RicoBritish Literature Syllabus 2020-2021 Twelfth GradeTeacher: Ms. Nancy Colón -Kee Required Textbook: Edu System E-text Edmodo ClassroomEmail address: nkeeasr@ nkee@ blog: mskeeasr. Web address: Due to the actual situation of the Corona virus, this syllabus has been altered to follow up on the eleventh grade objectives which are the following:Write informative texts to examine and convey complex ideasDevelop topics by selecting the most significant and relevant factsDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple meaning words used in contextUse technology to produce individual writing productsGather relevant information from multiple authorative sources of informationConsult general and specialized reference materials, both print and digitalContinuation of reading skillsDemonstrate independence in gathering specific information at college readiness levelRe enforcement of the usage of APA style format for essays and class workElements for analysis of character traits in novelsParts of speech writingConversational aspects of the English languageApply Critical viewing in Renaissance paintings Reglamento Clases Virtuales Padres y Estudiantes Criterios GeneralesUna vez dadas las contrase?as, es responsabilidad del estudiante ingresar diariamente a TODAS las plataformas incluyendo los blogs de sus maestros.Los correos asignados por la institución al igual que las contrase?as para entrar a las plataformas y/o video o audio conferencias son con fines académicos por lo que no está permitido divulgar dicha información.Para todo tipo de comunicación hacer uso de su nombre y apellido completo.El estudiante será responsable del material, de mantenerse informado, de verificar las tareas asignadas diariamente y de mantener comunicación directa con el maestro en todo momento. El maestro no se responsabilizara de recordarle tareas atrasadas al estudiante.Notificar con antelación problemas técnicos y/o situaciones particulares. Enviar excusa justificada por problemas, situaciones, y/o citas médicas, la misma será remitida a la Dra. Cuevas para su aprobación.Respetar el horario escolar (horario 8:00 am – 3:00 pm). Toda comunicación será durante el horario escolar; mensajes recibidos luego de esta hora se contestaran al día siguiente.Toda tarea y/o trabajos deben ser recibidos a través de las plataformas designadas por la administración.Tareas asignadas deberán ser entregadas a tiempo y dentro del horario escolar, de lo contrario los primeros dos días de atraso perderán puntos. Pasados los dos días obtendrá cero en el trabajo.Los trabajos y/o tareas asignadas deberán ser originales del estudiante. El plagio sera sancionado por la administración.El estudiante debe recordar y mantener sus credenciales al día para poder asistir a los videos conferencias y/o poder entrar a la plataforma. Para evitar confusiones, el estudiante deberá registrarse una sola vez en las mismas.Padres deben suscribirse a los blogs para mantener comunicación directa con el maestro.El estudiante deberá redactar emails utilizando las normas de cortesía y respeto hacia cada maestro. Mensualmente se llevará a cabo una actividad que implique el acompa?amiento espiritual.Durante las Video ConferenciasUtilizar un área adecuada y libre de distracciones (celulares….)que no sea dormitorio.De ser necesario, utilizar un “Background” o fondo apropiado ya sea de color sólido o una foto adecuada del estudiante.Escuchar y seguir las instrucciones del maestro para evitar confusiones, entiéndase, mantener micrófono y cámaras apagadas hasta que el maestro indique lo contrario.Durante las mismas esperar su turno para participar o utilizar el chat.No abandonar la video conferencia sin avisarEvitar interrupciones (decir o enviar comentarios innecesarios)Unirse a la video conferencia unos minutos antes para resolver algún contratiempo de conexión.(La puntualidad es una de las claves del éxito)No ingerir alimentos durante las mismas.Durante las video conferencias el respeto y la tolerancia hacia los compa?eros y al maestro serán tomados en consideración como criterios de evaluación.Se tomarán en consideración y como criterios de evaluación la asistencia y participación activa y positiva en TODOS los videos conferencias. El estudiante deberá utilizar vestimenta adecuada. Entiéndase utilizar T-shirts de cuello redondo, o cualquier T-shirt con logo de la Academia o el uniforme escolar. Las féminas deben evitar camisas escotadas y sin mangas. Los varones evitar camisetas con dise?os inapropiados. Todos los estudiantes deberán utilizar pantalón largo, mahones o sudaderas durante las mismas.*La administración y/o institución se reserva el derecho a establecer nuevas normas o a realizar cambios en las ya establecidas según lo considere pertinente.COURSE DESCRIPTIONBritish Literature for twelfth grade develops students’ competency in the reading skills. The literature class will explore specific literary, social, or historical themes through selected reading genres. This course will help the student to interact with people of other cultures when sharing experiences about their culture, language and values. It provides the students with the necessary tools and skills to express themselves orally as well as in written form with a less degree of difficulty. Textbooks have been substituted by a digitalized, dynamic, and updated technological system. The course will offer a variety of interactive lessons in which both teachers and students will create, explore, and evaluate each lesson. II. COURSE OBJECTIVESGeneralTo develop critical and creative thinkers capable of communicating effectively to deal with the high expectations and demands of societySpecific The student will:Use technology to have interactive lessonsBuild content knowledge by reading a range of complex texts-literary and informationalProvide written and oral responses to prompts that require students to cite evidence from the texts-literary and informationalRespects other students’ point of viewShows tolerance toward another personAppreciate the British literature class as an enhancement tool in their studiesRealizes the importance of the English language as an important acquisition for their daily usage and self expressionDevelops self-confidence in the oral and written communication skillsResponds to open discussion questions Generates questions based on what is readIdentifies issues and/ or problems then investigates for possible answers and solutionsEvaluate the worth of a literary textEncounter complex texts and analyze and internalize the texts’ academic language and vocabularyParticipate in classroom discussions and give class presentations on different subjects and themesGive oral presentationsUse technology to improve skillsListen, take notes, and comprehend a variety of reading material such as stories, poems, novels, and media presentationsAcquire vocabulary needed to obtain and process information for different genresConnect to lifeAnalyze stories, to recognize and appreciate various forms of British literature, with the ability to reflect on themesProduce written work according to styles and academic purposesDevelop skills for writing paragraphs, stories, written projects, including practicing and following all steps of the writing processLearn to incorporate increasingly sophisticated grammatical structures into their writingAnalyze the structure of a variety of material Identify implied truths, premises and conclusions in inductive and deductive argumentsApply Critical Thinking to: Identifying important and relevant details Retrieve and summarize information Identify facts that support a conclusion Identify information that supports their opinion Use reflective judgment Exploring questions about existing knowledge of issues which are not clearly defined Reasoning Evaluating: judging the worth, value, credibility or strength of accountsThis course enhances and expands the student’s abilities and skills in these areas:SpeakingListeningReadingWritingIII. CONTENT OUTLINEUnitThemeSkillsEvaluationsHistorical BackgroundResources:Movie Elizabeth I with Cate BlanchettMiniseries Elizabeth I with Helen MirrenThe Other Boleyn Girl with Natalie PortmanShakespeare as a Renaissance ManResources:The Tudors, and Mary Queen of ScotsRead and analyze introduction to the courseIdentify elements of different literary genresAnalyze characters, structure, and themeDevelop insightAnalyze textCompare point of viewMake inferencesAnalyze cause and effectMake predictionsUse an online dictionary to define new conceptsAcquire and apply new vocabularyRespond to text through a group discussion, debate, or class discussionAnalyze autobiographical narrativeEvaluate persuasive speechConnect to lifeUse a visual to analyze point of viewIdentify and analyze rhetorical elements in the writers of the period particularly BeedeCreate a cartoon using a real life situationSynthesize the storyIdentify the meeting of cultures: the Puritan influence in British LiteratureHistorical backgroundWrite a letter following specific instructionsThink criticallyIntroduction on the themes of British Literature: the British Experience, exploration of nature including oral literature.Instruction and definition of captivity narrative, stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination.Objective: Gain knowledge about two mayor European movements, Renaissance and ReformationUse details to analyze literary worksDemonstrate understanding of the connections between literature and history, culture and language.80-100 points each test50-65 points assessmentUnit 2DramaLesson 1 – 4ActivityRead and interact with The Picture of Dorian GrayHistory ChannelMovie: The Portrait of Dorian GrayCharles Dickens’ A Christmas CarolMary Shelley’s FrankesteinUnderstand and appreciate a drama storyIdentify elements in a drama storyConnect a story to prior knowledge and experiencesRead aloud narrative textRead independentlyIdentify qualities of charactersIntegrate and evaluate informationUse charts to determine the key concepts and ideasUnderstand the sequence of eventsRead to be informedMake an outlineLearn to paraphraseResearch informationConnect to lifeAnalyze literary and historical background of DramaWork with peers to promote civil, democratic discussions and decision-makingAnalyze diagrams and journalsThink critically80-100 points test30-60 points assessmentUnit 3 Lessons 1 - 6 SpeechLiterary and Historical backgroundCompare and contrast a factual historical event with its interpretation in narrative poetry.Review the four modes of discourse: description, persuasion, exposition, and narration.Identify the elements of essays, articles, and speechesAnalyze the development, organization, and communication of ideasWrite a paragraph comparing knowledge and understandingDemonstrate understanding of the rhetorical elements in a speechUnderstand the arguments presented in a speechAnalyze author's point of viewAnalyze author's perspectiveWrite an argumentative essayDefine new concepts and apply new vocabulary words Research for a hard situation from life and write a newspaper articleIdentify the main ideaApply grammar-adjectives and adverbs, capitalizationApply the writing process: drafting, developing, revising, proofreading, and publishingConnect to lifeDetermine theme or central idea of a textThink criticallyComplete a Venn DiagramApply grammar rules when writing an essayDemonstrate understanding of the structure and persuasive techniquesDemonstrate understanding of the historical and cultural connectionDetermine the historical content and value of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth IMake personal connectionsWrite an expository essay of analysis 80-100 points each test50 points assessment100 points special project (rubric)Supplementary ReadingGulliver’s TravelsThe Picture of Dorian GrayRead the selectionAnalyze the storyIdentify the story elementsComplete written exercisesRelate to past experiencesIdentify important detailsHave a group discussionUse graphic organizersIdentify vocabulary in contextThink criticallyResearch and discuss the biography of the authorAnswer reading comprehension questionsDescribe charactersAnalyze historical backgroundSequence of eventsMake predictionsCause and effectWrite a personal essayAnswer comprehensive questions80-100 points testPower Point PresentationUnit 4Lesson 1 - 5Romanticism1800 - 1860BritishRomanticismCollaborative ProjectQueen Elizabeth I- Life, Reign and The Golden Age in EnglandIdentify and analyze the contributions of British Romantic authorsIdentify the elements of RomanticismDemonstrate knowledge of the role of nature in Romantic LiteratureCreate a “prezi”, an online presentationAnalyze poetic languageIdentify figurative languageLearn how to paraphraseVisualize characters and settingConnect to lifeReact to an image and make commentsInvestigate a topic and discuss about itApply grammar-prepositions, prepositional phrases, quotationsApply the writing processDefine and apply new concepts related to the reading selectionsWrite arguments to support claims in an analysisLiterary analysis of a biographical storyApply the writing processAnalyzing the works for Romantic characteristics and themeCreate and present a Power Point Presentation on different aspects of Queen Elizabeth’s biographyAnalyze the impact of the author’s choice regarding how to develop and relate elements of a story.Demonstrate knowledge of nineteenth-century foundational works of British Literature.Connect to personal experienceResearch using multimediaAnalyze character developmentIdentify historian’s point of viewMake inferences80-100 points test50 points assessment100 points Special ProjectIV. REFERENCES AND MATERIALSEduSystem E-text, Edmodo classroomCurriculumHandoutsComputer, Internet, projector, Smart boardComputer LabOn-line ActivitiesDictionariesWebPagesGraphic OrganizersTeacher’s GuideSupplementary ReadingV. TEACHING STRATEGIESECA- to explore, conceptualize, and apply each theme on a daily basis Audiovisual materialSpecial projectsCooperative group projectsUse technology such as Power PointSupervised debates and class discussions with guiding questions and active participation of the student Power Point presentations to present new themesWatch videosMoviesGamesGraphic OrganizersOn-line ActivitiesHomeworkJournalOral PresentationsVirtual toursVI. EVALUATION CRITERIA AND METHODSEach student’s grade will be determined by:scores earned for his/her effort and participation in daily classroom activitiescompletion of homework exercises, assignments and projects Demonstrate achievement of course objectives through performance on quizzes and tests. The point value of each score depends on the complexity, importance, and quantity of the assignment, project, or test. Scores are shown as fractions, which reflect actual points achieved compared to total potential points for the particular assignment, project, or test. These evaluations are divided into assessment and formal evaluations; they could be summative or formative as shown here:FORMAL EVALUATION: SummativeDaily WorkQuizzesTestsRubricSpecial projectsASSESSMENT: SummativeSummative:Special projectsHomeworkNotebookRubricFormative:Written exercisesComputer LabField tripsClassroom activitiesNotebookMoviesDebatesGraphic organizersHandoutsGamesPowerPoint PresentationVideosWebPagesOral PresentationsBook ReportsResearchMARKING GRADING CRITERIAAt the end of each marking period, the total points achieved will be calculated. That cumulative total will be divided by the total potential points for all assignment, projects, and tests in the marking period. The resulting percentage is reflected by the percentage grade average according to the grading scale.The grading scale used is:50% to 75% summative evaluation25% to 50% formative evaluationThese evaluations are subject to change depending on the students' needs and learning skills and levels.VII. COURSE REQUIREMENTSTo understand the evaluation criteria and grading process to be used for the final grade. The student will be responsible of keeping a record of the grades per trimester.To maintain the uniform neat, complete, and in accordance with the Student Manual.The Student Manual, part IX, states that: boys cannot use accessories such as earrings, sunglasses, necklace, caps, hats, headbands, or any other thing on the head. Girls cannot use makeup, nail polish, head accessories (except black and white), acrylic nails, necklace, bracelets.To attend and be punctual, except with reasonable excuse.To remain in the Academia Santa Rosa during school hours.To bring warnings and documents properly signed by the parents and/or person in charge (cannot forge the signature).Use proper and respectful vocabulary.Bring written excuse when absent. It must be clear and it has to include the student’s name, group, reason, date, and signed by the parent or person in charge.To bring all the assigned materials, computers, and books every single day. If for any reason, a parent brings any material to the student, he or she must leave the material at the office, and the student will be called to pick it up during recess or lunch hour. The student must wait to be called.The student will be responsible to complete every activity, homework, or project alone. If the student is absent, he or she will be responsible to complete any activity, homework, class work, or material given in class. If the student was absent for a test, must be ready to take it when he or she returns to school. The student must bring an excuse to be able to take the test, if not the evaluation will be 0%.For satisfactory performance, students willComplete assigned homework and reading assignments by the due dates and pass quizzes and tests on the content. Care about your work.Listen to, question, and discuss the material in class. Ask relevant questions during class, pay attention and listen to the teacher. Do not interrupt when other people are talking. Behave with courtesy toward other students and the teacher. Raise your hand for questions. No heads down on desks and no feet on tables or chairs.Return classroom materials, desks, tables, and chairs to their proper place after use, and at the end of each class period. Ask permission before opening windows, using a computer, and other materials.Be gentle with classroom equipment, including computers. Take objects to the trash can and throw them away (no basketball practice please) and take care of the classroom.Prepared by Ms. Nancy Colón -Kee ? June 2018Revised June 2019, 2020 by Nancy Colón –Kee*This syllabus is subject to change according to the student’s needs, given the learning experiences, and other factors that may arise.290512538735CONFIRMATION SHEETI hereby confirm that I received my son's/daughter's Syllabus for British Literature 12th Grade for the school year of 2020 -2021 Student's name: ___________________________________________________ Group: 12th Grade on August_____, 2020._______________________ _____________________Student?s Signature Parent’s Signature_______________________Ms. Nancy Colón -KeeBritish Literature Professor*This document must be handed to the teacher on the first week of August. ................
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