ENGLISH 9th GRADE
World Cultures: Literature & Composition
5 Credits - Full Year
The English component of the interdisciplinary World Cultures program emphasizes global awareness and critical thinking skills through the close reading of literature. In addition, students are introduced at this level to literary genres, Shakespeare, and the research process. The curriculum includes a cross-cultural examination of universal themes, as reflected through both the traditional canon and non-western, contemporary writers. Students develop techniques of literary analysis through many opportunities provided for writing and engaging in diverse projects.
For a closer look at the curriculum, including core texts and essential questions, click HERE.