English IV:
This course continues an emphasis on advanced reading strategies and composition techniques integrated with a study of selected British and other world literature. Using the writing process, students work on refining their skills in composition and on developing mature grammatical and stylistic features. In addition, students are expected to demonstrate writing proficiency in various kinds of discourse including exposition and persuasion. Students also review and refine research skills through a variety of research projects. Multiple inclass writings require students to practice thinking skills, organizational skills, and communication skills. Opportunities for practice of listening/speaking and
viewing/representing are inherent in the course.

Teachers: Jane Johndrow (Rm 2612), Kathie Kiklas (Rm 2408), Antoinette McVay (Rm 2514), Mary Stoner (Rm 2407), Shanon Selig (Rm 2515)

• 1 credit

English IV AP/Horizons:
English IV H/AP engages students in close reading and written analysis of imaginative literature. Students become adept at identifying and analyzing varied literary techniques as the techniques contribute to purpose and meaning of a selection. Selected writings from the literature of other countries, with an emphasis on British literature from various time periods, serve as the basis for reading and for writing literary analysis. Fused with the study of literature is the continued refinement of composition skills, usage skills, and research skills. Opportunities for practice of listening/speaking and
viewing/representing are inherent in the course. This course of study is equivalent to an introductory college English course and is available to the student interested in taking the Advanced Placement Examination in English Language and Composition and/or English Literature and Composition.

Teachers: Ms. Johndrow(Rm 2612), Ms. Salam

• 1 credit