Accelerate to English 11
This concise course is designed to prepare students for success in English 11 by focusing on developing foundational reading and writing skills. Students will analyze literary and informational texts, examining how authors utilize various structures, elements, and techniques to create specific effects. Close reading strategies will be employed to interpret texts and inform evidence-based written analysis, providing a solid bridge to the advanced coursework.
Key Topics
- Close Reading Strategies
- Analysis of Literary and Informational Texts
- Structure, Language, and Literary Elements
- Analyzing Argument Components
- Persuasive Appeals and Rhetorical Devices
- Writing and Revising Argumentative Texts
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, students will apply reading strategies for close analysis and analyze the interplay of structure, language, and literary elements in creating meaning. They will be able to examine the components of an argument, compare and contrast texts using textual evidence, analyze how persuasive appeals impact an argument, and write and revise argumentative texts.
Grade Level
- High School (Grades 11)
Audience
Students entering the 8th grade curriculum, students who need to refine analytical reading and advanced writing skills, and students preparing for the academic demands of high school English courses.
Enrollment
Begin our Accelerate to English 11 course any time throughout the school year or summer. Call 206-363-3600 or email andy@springacademy.com for questions or registration.
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