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English III: World Literature 1155stschutz@rochester.k12.mn.usRoom 2-130Office hour: _______ Writing Lab (2-133): ______ Mr. Steve SchutzI’m also available 4th hour by appointment.Class blog site: schutzworldlit.Overview: World Literature examines the idea of story from around the globe. Through archetypes and elements of literature, students will be given the opportunity to see the vast differences and similarities between cultures and places. It is the charge of the reader to read analytically, think critically, write intentionally, and communicate effectively and respectfully about observations made.Class culture: Every place we exist has a culture standard, a way in which all members of the group have decided to act. This classroom is no different. Here are our class values: Be on timeFollow the Dress CodeRespect everyone, especially those who are brave enough to enrich our group discussionsDebate ideas not peopleDo your best!!! Keep in mind, effort is the path to mastery!Embrace challengesPersist despite obstaclesLearn from criticismLearner Goals: Students will be asked to set specific goals with the following areas:Read analytically (purposefully, taking notes, and formulating ideas and connections)Think critically (consider and seek understanding about the other perspectives, meanings, and ideas presented before formulating your own argument)Write intentionally (know what you are writing about, how you want to write it, and why it is being written)Communicate effectively and respectfully (be mindful about how you address others in the class, maintain adherence to the culture values)21st Century Survival Skills (see “Rigor Redefined” article by Tony Wagner read in the second week of class)Course of Study Semester 1: This is a schedule of the curriculum for our time together this semester; titles may change or additional titles may be added. Literature Quarter ILiterature Quarter 2 The Making of a HeroLiterature: The Kite Runner , Texts: The Hero Poetry: “The Journey”-Mary Oliver; “Ithaka” by Constantine CavafySupplemental nonfiction texts: TBD Visuals: TED Talks, “O’ Brother Where Art Thou?”—archetypes & critical lens study Independent reading—text of personal choiceThe Danger of a Single StoryLiterature: Hamlet-Shakespeare, Oedipus-Sophocles Supplementary, Self-selected regional selectionsPoetry: Sonnets, Self-selected regional selectionsSupplemental nonfiction texts: TBD Visuals: TED Talks, “O’ Brother Where Art Thou?” & critical lens study Independent reading—text of personal choiceWritings & Assessments Quarter I Writing & Assessment Quarter 2Personal Portrait Writings: “Where I’m From” Poem, Personal Hero StoryTPCASTTsThe Kite Runner Socratic SeminarsThe Kite Runner Theme Essay Personal Hero Story (revision)Daily homework reading quizzes Note taking skillsTimed, In-class essays “O’ Brother Where Art Thou?” & Oedipus critical perspectives essaySelf-selected regional selections Fishbowl DiscussionSelf-selected regional selections Character Analysis TPCASTTsHamlet: multiple interpretations of a textHamlet creative writing assignment AssessmentThis course is built on standards-based assessments. What this means for students is that I will assess skills based on the Minnesota State Standards and Rochester Public School District World Literature Course Description and Requirements. Grading is determined by both formative and summative assessments: -Formative assessments/assignments are on-going assessments, reviews, and observations in the classroom. I use formative assessments to improve my teaching methods and ensure, through student feedback, that everyone understands what is going on from day to day. Through formative assessments, I can quickly re-teach concepts that students do not understand. Formative assessments also allow students to monitor their own progress through quick quizzes and skill-based tasks. These types of assessments are infrequently graded, and, if there is a grade assigned, it is a completion grade that can always be made up until the final two weeks of the semester. -Summative assessments are typically tests, writing assignments, or projects completed at the end of each unit of study. The goal of summative assessments is to determine student skill mastery for each unit. Summative assessments do provide feedback to the teacher and student about areas of improvement and these assessments are graded. There will be opportunities for students to improve upon most summative assessments. 5177155598115Grading Scale90-100% A80-89% B70-79% C60-69% D 59% and below F00Grading Scale90-100% A80-89% B70-79% C60-69% D 59% and below FThere is a major emphasis on mastery for this class; therefore, most of your grade will be made up of summative assessments which may include tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations, and fewer points will be offered. Although points may seem “little” at times, there are few given out which makes them that much more valuable. Fewer points are in your benefit because there is less ambiguity when grading. If you are caught cheating, which includes copying or letting someone else copy your homework, or plagiarizing, you will not be given credit for that assignment and your parent/guardian will be notified. A discipline referral will also be made to your principals. Late Work Policy: The most important aspect of any assignment is that you complete it. Nothing is gained by an incomplete assignment. Please see me if you are unable to meet a deadline; I cannot ensure that your grade will not be impacted, but I can ensure that you understand the assignment and receive all assistance necessary to complete the assignment. Communication is essential! If arrangements are not made, late work will be reduced by 10%. When completed you should place it in the late work bin located near the tree in front of Mr. Schutz’s desk. Essay Final Draft Requirements: All final drafts of major assignments will be typed/word-processed. Please complete all work by using proper sentence form, grammar, usage and mechanics.Drafts must be in correct MLA format; if an essay does not include correct MLA format, the essay will be returned and considered late. All writing is the original work of the author. Upon the use of outside sources, ideas and words must be properly cited within the document and on a works cited page. (I didn’t know how is not an acceptable excuse – ASK!) Plagiarism is not accepted and will result in an automatic zero for the assignment. Ongoing plagiarism issues will result in course failure. The Writing Center/Literacy Lab: On a daily basis, the writing center/literacy lab is open for student use. Teachers and upperclassmen are available to assist students of all grades in essay writing and reading comprehension. Students are able to set up an appointment date in advance or drop in at any time and someone may be available to assist with writing. The benefit of having a new set of eyes read through an essay or provide you feedback on writing or reading material is invaluable. Classroom Procedures and Expectations: This class embraces authentic learning; therefore, procedures and expectations are based on authentic, real world, expectations to prepare you for the requirements and demands you will face with employment and higher levels of education.You must have your materials and assignment notebook with you in class every day.Attendance Guidelines and Accommodations: Students who miss class should check our class blog site before asking the teacher about missed class(es). Our class blog site is updated daily and contains the day’s agenda, power points, assignments, and handouts. If knowledge of future absence is known, student must communicate with me and complete as much work as possible prior to absence. My contact information is provided on this syllabus, and my expectation is that students use the provided information. If you skip class (have an unexcused absence), you will not be allowed to make up any work you missed—this includes tests, quizzes, projects, etc.We will use computers at various class times. If you choose to use the computer for other things than what has been assigned, you will lose your use of the computer for the rest of the quarter. Zero tolerance enforced for abuse of computer privileges. Tardies: follow MHS attendance policy and parent notification. Tardies will be marked, and three tardies equal an unexcused absence. The amount of time between classes (5 minute) provides enough time to get to class; prompt arrival is not only courteous, it is expected. Failure to be in the classroom and prepared to begin at the time of the bell will result in a marking of tardy on Skyward. Problems with frequent late arrival will result in parent communication and potential administrative referrals. Cell Phone Policy: Cell phones in classrooms are a point of contention in schools. I believe this is largely caused by rapid advances in technology. As recently as 10 years ago, it was uncommon for most people to have a cell phone, and nearly unheard of for teenagers to have phones. Many of today’s teachers (myself included) grew up in a time when cell phones were nonexistent. You, however, have never known a time when a cell phone wasn’t readily available to you. Furthermore, cell phones will always be available to you. In looking to the future, I can’t imagine a time when we won’t have our phones. Therefore, we need to learn the etiquette of cell phones.It is my belief that a cell phone is a tool. Like other tools, it can be used correctly and incorrectly. It is my job to teach you how to use it correctly. Therefore, you may have your cell phone in this class. My expectations for your cell phone usage are:Use your phone appropriately for teacher-directed activities such as:Taking pictures of notes or assignmentsResponding to Poll Everywhere questionsVideo and audio recording of lessonsOther activities where a phone is a useful toolDo not respond to or send text messages during teacher-led activities or during group work time.Have your phone silenced and vibration off at all times.If you receive a call or text that you must respond to, step out into the hall with minimal disruption to the class to communicate. I will expect an explanation of the call at the end of the class period.Notify your friends/frequent text-ers of your class schedule and kindly ask them to respect your class time. Let them know that if they send a text during class, you will respond to it at the end of the period.Place your phone on the top of the bookshelf during a test or quiz.Do not ever take pictures, video, or audio of anyone without getting the subject’s permission first.If you forget to silence your phone and it beeps, quickly silence it and apologize for the disruption it has caused.***Please remember to always be considerate and respectful of your peers, teachers, and self. Your actions are a reflection of who you are and what you stand for!Parents and students, thank you for taking the time to understand our classroom procedures. I know we will have a spectacular semester together, and I believe in your success. I am excited for the new semester!Please read, sign, and return the bottom of this form. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Email is the fastest way to get a hold of me. Mr. Steve Schutz Email: stschutz@rochester.k12.mn.usOffice Phone: (507) 328-5539To follow what we are doing in class, check out our class blog site: schutzworldlit.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please cut on the dotted line and return the bottom of this form to Mr. Steve Schutz on Thursday, September 11, 2014.I have read and understand the expectations and procedures for English 1155, World Literature.____________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian Name Printed Student Name Printed____________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian SignatureStudent SignatureParent/Guardian email: ________________________________________________________________________________________Parent/guardian daytime phone: _________________________________________________________________________________Please list other contact numbers here (cell phone, evening phone, etc): _________________________________________________ ................
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