Course Overview:

This course is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of literary analysis and critical thinking skills. Throughout the year, students will explore a wide range of literary texts, including novels, plays, poetry, and non-fiction. The curriculum aligns with the IB/AP Literature standards and emphasizes the analysis of themes, literary techniques, and the contextual significance of works from various time periods and cultures.

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Key Topics:

• Literary Analysis: Study of narrative techniques, symbolism, character development, and thematic exploration in literature.
• World Literature: Exploration of global perspectives through the study of literature from different cultures and historical contexts.
• Poetry Analysis: Examination of poetic forms, language, and the ways poets convey meaning through structure and style.
• Drama: Analysis of dramatic works, focusing on elements such as plot, dialogue, and staging to understand character motivations and themes.
• Literary Theory: Introduction to various critical approaches to literature, including feminist, postcolonial, and psychoanalytic theories.

Course Objectives:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of literary texts and their significance within their cultural and historical contexts.
• Enhance the ability to analyze and interpret complex texts through written and oral expression.
• Foster an appreciation for the diversity of literary voices and the universality of human experiences.
• Encourage critical thinking and the ability to articulate well-supported arguments in literary analysis.
• Prepare students for success in the IB/AP Literature exams and future academic endeavors in literature and related fields.

Classroom Procedures:

Classroom Routines: Establishing a consistent and respectful environment where discussions and analysis are conducted with intellectual curiosity and academic integrity.

Reassess and Relearn Plan

For all major assessments, students have up to 10 school days to reassess up to two times.

Students must fill out the reassessment form and provide documentation of relearning efforts, which could include:

• Annotated readings
• Revised essays
• Tutoring sessions

Minor assessments may be reassessed at the teacher's discretion.