What more can we learn from the stories that we have read so far? Besides EVERYTHING, groups are working to defend one critical approach that can be used to analyze one of our short stories (A Rose for Emily. Revelation. Where are you Going? Where have you Been? Yellow Wallpaper).
So? What did your group choose?
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Monday, August 27, 2007
What Are You Reading?
What? A whole academic year to read just one novel? As you (we) prepare for the Free Response Question on the AP Exam, your job is to read one of the novels from the list distributed in class. The titles represent every piece of lit used on the FRQ since 1973.
In April, you will share your expertise with the class in an in-depth literary analysis presentation. Have fun...read often.
Tell us what you are reading!
In April, you will share your expertise with the class in an in-depth literary analysis presentation. Have fun...read often.
Tell us what you are reading!
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Thanks, Mr. Bacon
“Read not to contradict, nor to believe, but to weigh and consider. Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some to be digested. That is, some books are to be read only in parts; others are to be read but cursorily, and some few to be read wholly, and with diligence and attention. Reading maketh a full man, conference a ready man, and writing an exact man.”
Sir Frances Bacon
Sir Frances Bacon
Syllabus
Advanced Placement English 11 Literature and Composition
Tim Vialpando
tvialpan@jeffco.k12.co.us
Room 534. Phone: 303-982-0662
Planning periods: 5 & 7
Guiding Question: How does an author effectively use specific literary elements to achieve their purpose?
Literary Elements: character development, imagery and allusion, style/tone, setting/context, point of view
Overview: adapted from the AP® English Course Description
An AP English Literature and Composition course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone.
Writing is an integral part of the AP English Literature and Composition course and exam. Writing assignments focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays.
First semester texts
AP Students are STRONGLY encouraged to purchase their own books.
Textbook
Remix Reading + Composing Culture.
Novels and Plays
Hamlet
In the Time of Butterflies
Pride and Prejudice
The Kite Runner
Reading Assignments
The most important requirement for this course is that students read every assignment— read it with care and on time. Students not used to literature courses will need to plan time in their schedule for more reading than most courses require.. Beware. A majority of the reading will take place out of class. Students failing to meet this requirement will have difficulty passing the course.
Writing Assignments
In class writings: students will have one 40 minute in-class writing every two weeks. The prompts for these writings will come from previously released AP exams. Graded on the Holistic 9 point AP rubric, the purpose of the in class writing is to adequately prepare students for the AP exam. Feedback, beyond the holistic grade, will be very limited on these writings. The primary objective for these writings is to gain familiarity and practice for the exam.
In class writings 2: the second type of in class writings will be more focused on specific traits of writing and their effective use to explore this semester’s guiding question. The primary objective for this type of writing is to work on specific writing skills and traits.
Critical Analysis papers:
Students will write three extended literary analysis papers that reflect their learning and understanding of the novels we study in class. These papers, with extensive feedback from peer group and teacher, will be assessed using a combination of the 6 traits rubric and the holistic AP rubric. The primary objective for these writings is to demonstrate writing proficiency and competence based on the practice provided by the in class writings.
Students who do not write at a proficient level will be required to revise until this standard is met. Holistically graded papers must be at least a 5 before receiving credit. A student may, at their discretion, rewrite a paper for a higher grade.
The combination of the three writing styles (and their appropriate feedback) in this course, along with student accountability for improvement, will create the overall writing grade.
Grades
All writings, in class and out, are based on student’s ability to read and respond to literature. Although not directly stated within the grade book headings, a student’s commitment to the literature is paramount to the successful completion of this course.
Course Work Percent of Final Grade
In-class writings, discussion, and activities 30%
Out-of-class writings and other assignments 40%
Work Ethic and Responsibility 30%
(Completion of other class requirements i.e. reading
the material; attendance; commitment)
The Jeffco policies regarding Late work will be enforced in this class. Please see your handbook for explanation. As a general rule, however, only work turned in ON TIME will be considered for full credit.
Numerical Average Letter Grade
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
Below 60 F
The AP EXAM
All students enrolled in the course are expected to take the College Board AP Examination in English Literature. The fee for each AP Exam is $84. Test Date: Thursday, May 8 @ 8 a.m.
Exam Facts AP exams are administered at more than 15,000 schools in 100 countries. Since the first AP Exams were given in 1956, more than 12.6 million students have taken more than 19 million AP Exams worldwide. On average, 62 percent of the AP Exams taken receive a grade that is recommended for college credit, advanced placement, or both. More than 90 percent of the colleges and universities in the United States recognize these exam grades.
The AP Readers’ scores on the essay and problem-solving questions are combined with the results of the computer-scored multiple-choice questions, and the total raw scores are converted to a composite score on AP’s 5-point scale:
AP GRADE QUALIFICATION
5 Extremely well qualified
4 Well qualified
3 Qualified
2 Possibly qualified
1 No recommendation
Pace
Students must be aware that the pace of the AP Course is different than other courses they have taken. That is, students may not necessarily be doing more work, but they will be doing more with the work. The course is very layered, so students should expect that they are working on multiple tasks at the same time throughout the semester. Because many AP students are actively involved in numerous AP courses and numerous activities, time management will be crucial to the successful completion of the class. The enclosed pacing, which may be changed as needed, provides a general summary of our first semester.
Tim Vialpando
tvialpan@jeffco.k12.co.us
Room 534. Phone: 303-982-0662
Planning periods: 5 & 7
Guiding Question: How does an author effectively use specific literary elements to achieve their purpose?
Literary Elements: character development, imagery and allusion, style/tone, setting/context, point of view
Overview: adapted from the AP® English Course Description
An AP English Literature and Composition course engages students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes as well as such smaller-scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone.
Writing is an integral part of the AP English Literature and Composition course and exam. Writing assignments focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays.
First semester texts
AP Students are STRONGLY encouraged to purchase their own books.
Textbook
Remix Reading + Composing Culture.
Novels and Plays
Hamlet
In the Time of Butterflies
Pride and Prejudice
The Kite Runner
Reading Assignments
The most important requirement for this course is that students read every assignment— read it with care and on time. Students not used to literature courses will need to plan time in their schedule for more reading than most courses require.. Beware. A majority of the reading will take place out of class. Students failing to meet this requirement will have difficulty passing the course.
Writing Assignments
In class writings: students will have one 40 minute in-class writing every two weeks. The prompts for these writings will come from previously released AP exams. Graded on the Holistic 9 point AP rubric, the purpose of the in class writing is to adequately prepare students for the AP exam. Feedback, beyond the holistic grade, will be very limited on these writings. The primary objective for these writings is to gain familiarity and practice for the exam.
In class writings 2: the second type of in class writings will be more focused on specific traits of writing and their effective use to explore this semester’s guiding question. The primary objective for this type of writing is to work on specific writing skills and traits.
Critical Analysis papers:
Students will write three extended literary analysis papers that reflect their learning and understanding of the novels we study in class. These papers, with extensive feedback from peer group and teacher, will be assessed using a combination of the 6 traits rubric and the holistic AP rubric. The primary objective for these writings is to demonstrate writing proficiency and competence based on the practice provided by the in class writings.
Students who do not write at a proficient level will be required to revise until this standard is met. Holistically graded papers must be at least a 5 before receiving credit. A student may, at their discretion, rewrite a paper for a higher grade.
The combination of the three writing styles (and their appropriate feedback) in this course, along with student accountability for improvement, will create the overall writing grade.
Grades
All writings, in class and out, are based on student’s ability to read and respond to literature. Although not directly stated within the grade book headings, a student’s commitment to the literature is paramount to the successful completion of this course.
Course Work Percent of Final Grade
In-class writings, discussion, and activities 30%
Out-of-class writings and other assignments 40%
Work Ethic and Responsibility 30%
(Completion of other class requirements i.e. reading
the material; attendance; commitment)
The Jeffco policies regarding Late work will be enforced in this class. Please see your handbook for explanation. As a general rule, however, only work turned in ON TIME will be considered for full credit.
Numerical Average Letter Grade
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
Below 60 F
The AP EXAM
All students enrolled in the course are expected to take the College Board AP Examination in English Literature. The fee for each AP Exam is $84. Test Date: Thursday, May 8 @ 8 a.m.
Exam Facts AP exams are administered at more than 15,000 schools in 100 countries. Since the first AP Exams were given in 1956, more than 12.6 million students have taken more than 19 million AP Exams worldwide. On average, 62 percent of the AP Exams taken receive a grade that is recommended for college credit, advanced placement, or both. More than 90 percent of the colleges and universities in the United States recognize these exam grades.
The AP Readers’ scores on the essay and problem-solving questions are combined with the results of the computer-scored multiple-choice questions, and the total raw scores are converted to a composite score on AP’s 5-point scale:
AP GRADE QUALIFICATION
5 Extremely well qualified
4 Well qualified
3 Qualified
2 Possibly qualified
1 No recommendation
Pace
Students must be aware that the pace of the AP Course is different than other courses they have taken. That is, students may not necessarily be doing more work, but they will be doing more with the work. The course is very layered, so students should expect that they are working on multiple tasks at the same time throughout the semester. Because many AP students are actively involved in numerous AP courses and numerous activities, time management will be crucial to the successful completion of the class. The enclosed pacing, which may be changed as needed, provides a general summary of our first semester.
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