In addition to reading challenging short and full-length works, students participate in and lead detailed discussion regarding the philosophical ideas, themes, and characters within the texts. They also write interpretative, persuasive, and evaluative pieces based upon the literature. A research paper is a requirement of this course. They read numerous works ranging from early times up to the present. Written and oral communication skills are emphasized.
Instruction is modified to meet the individual needs and learning styles of each student.
I is a demanding academic course in which students employ an intensive, interpretative, and critical approach to modern and to classical literature through class and independent reading, through small and large group discussion, and through a variety of writing experiences. A research paper utilizing primary and secondary sources is a requirement. The prerequisites for this course include an A final average in an American Literature Honors course or teacher recommenda-tion, and required summer reading. Students are prepared for and encouraged to take the AP Language and Composi-tion Examination. Students are encouraged to relate multicultural themes to their personal experience through literature, film, art, and music.