10ENL

10 English Literacy

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. van Ansem.

MYP Language and Literature

Optional Subject (By Teacher Recommendation)

Objectives

The 10 English Literacy course is for students who would benefit from some literacy support before studying senior programmes. It is designed to support students’ learning in 10 English so that students can participate confidently in their main English course and make progress in this subject area. In addition, a focus on spelling, grammar, reading fluency and speaking skills will support our students in all subject areas. Students are selected for 10ENL based on academic record and teacher recommendation.

Content

MYP Unit

Outline

Growing Up

Creators use language to create characters and convey ideas about their experiences.
Diagnostic and development classwork with a focus on spelling, grammar, vocabulary, close reading skills, and creative writing.

Breaking Up with the World

Dystopian texts compel us to reflect on issues in society.
Classwork will support close viewing skills, novel analysis and essay writing. The focus on basic literacy support continues with a focus on formal expression.

Choose Your Own Adventure

Personal stories from the perspectives of others can foster better intercultural understanding.
Classwork will support reading fluency, close reading, and editing for accuracy. Support for essay writing.

Come at Me, Bro

Creators can use persuasive language to promote social action.
Classwork will support the development of skills in close reading, grammar, spelling, and writing for a political purpose.



Subject and Associated Costs

Course Costs: Nil.
Associated Costs: Nil.

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