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Course: English 9 FoundationsInstructor: Ann Neil—Room 2-252Welcome to English! This class is meant to set a solid foundation of reading and writing skills as the student transitions from middle school to high school. This class is writing intensive. The skills we will work on over the course of the year are: Becoming a thoughtful reader able to make insightful comments and relevant connections between literature, nonfiction and lifeBeing able to understand main idea of texts and support ideas with appropriate, accurate detailBecoming a strong writer able to demonstrate clear concise, and appropriate sentence structure, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and usage in daily writingUsing media facilities, technology, and primary/secondary sourcesUnderstanding validity, bias, and ethical use of sources and writingParticipating as an involved listener and speaker within discussions and activitiesCourse materials: a notebook, a composition notebook, pencils, a planner/organizer, a strong work ethicGrading scale: All assignments in this class are graded using a 4 point scale based upon seven priority standards. The standards and the rubric are included in this document. Grades of 1 and 0 MUST be revised in order to be assessed. Four Point Scale: 4 = A+3.5 = A 100-87.5%3 = B87.4-75%2.5 = C75-62.52 = D62.4-50%1 = Not enough to accessless than 50%0 = NHIPlagiarismPlagiarism is taking the ideas, concepts, facts, and/or words of another and using them as one’s own. It is considered a form of stealing. Plagiarism will not be tolerated in this class. If you plagiarize on any written assignment, you will earn a grade of zero and will be required to redo the assignment. (FYI: Most colleges have university-wide plagiarism policies. Consequences range from class failure to expulsion.)TechnologyUse technology, including cell phones, in an appropriate manner. In other words, texting during class would not be acceptable, but taking a picture of a schedule or notes would be fine. It would also be fine to enter vocabulary words to a study app during work time. Cell phones should be silenced during class. Cell phones will not be used during any exams. And, cell phone etiquette dictates that a person never takes video or pictures of anyone without getting permission first. Cell phones and other technology are useful tools for responsible learners.Classroom expectationsR-E-S-P-E-C-T! I respect each of my students and it is important that each student respect both me and each other in order for us to have a safe, healthy, and successful learning environment. Do your best. Ask for help when you need it. Remember the 4 “A”s for academic success: Attendance, Assignments, Attitude, AttentionI am looking forward to a productive and successful year! Mrs. A. NeilEmail: anneil@rochester.k12.mn.us Assignment blog: msneil.English 9 Priority StandardsPS#1: Analyze Informational Text- Includes reading and analyzing nonfiction for bias, tone, purpose, audience, diction. Labeled INDEPENDENT READING in Skyward. PS #2: Analyze Literary Text- Includes reading and analyzing fiction for characterization, setting, mood, conflict, theme, figurative language, diction. Labeled LITERATURE in Skyward. PS #3: Synthesize Informational & Literary Texts- Includes evaluating sources, integrating sources into an original work, MLA documentation. Labeled CLASSWORK in Skyward. PS#4: Informational Writing- Includes structure of the essay, topic development, appropriate tone/diction, writing process. Labeled WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT in Skyward. PS#5: Creative Writing- Includes originality, diction, figurative language, imagery, writing process. Labeled JOURNAL in Skyward. PS#6: Writing Conventions- Includes grammar, usage, sentence structure, and spelling. Labeled GRAMMAR in Skyward. PS#7: Speaking, Listening, Multi-Media Literacy- Includes all other MM skills. Labeled as ORAL ASSIGNMENT in Skyward.Major Assessments listed by QuarterQuarter One AssessmentsFiction terms and analysisAnalyzing Point of View and Figurative LanguageTone, Mood, Imagery, and DictionQuarter Two AssessmentsTextual EvidenceResearch Paper Quarter Three AssessmentsTransforming Source Material Multimedia Research Project Quarter Four AssessmentsLiterary AnalysisYear-long AssessmentsRead and Comprehend Literature and other Text: self-select and read widely Narrative/Creative Writing Portfolio ................
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