Mr. Hauser
Course Description and Purpose:
Gr. 10 English is a full-year course focusing on
the development of reading, writing and critical thinking skills. In addition
to stressing the practical aspects of reading and writing, this course
will require students to read closely in search of layers of meaning in
a text. Literature will serve as the basis for many class activities. Students
should expect to read and write frequently in a number of genres, both
in class and for homework
Teacher Expectations:
Students should be internally motivated, mature
learners who are willing to do a good deal of independent work outside
of class. Class participation is important, both in group activities and
class discussions. All students are expected to work to the best of their
abilities and complete all class assignments. The final versions of some
papers will need to be typed.
Outside Reading:
In addition to their regular classwork, all students
will be required to read one book outside of class each marking period
and complete various written assignments relating to the book they have
read. Students should confer with me when selecting books, and all selections
need to be approved by me. Some time for reading may be given in class,
but students will need to do the majority of their reading outside of class.
Required Materials:
Please remember to have all of these supplies
with you in class every day:
Grading:
Grades will be based on a combination of the student’s
effort and participation (as determined by teacher evaluation as well as
homework and classwork assignments), consistent work on all projects, and
the overall quality of the student’s finished work.