College Prep English 1

The techniques involved in the creation of various genres and styles of literature. Includes readings from myths, fables, novels, drama, and biography, with attention to the use of grammatical structures, vocabulary, and theme development. Includes essay assignments. College Prep Program requirement;

This High School Course is also offered as part of the College Prep Correspondence Diploma program.

Credits: 1 Unit

Course ID: EN05

Course Area: English

Course Type: College Prep

Study Method: Correspondence

Key Topics:
Myths; fairy tales; fables; lyric, dramatic, prose, epic, and narrative poetry styles; the short story: setting, mood, point of view, character, and theme; the novel; radio; television; autobiography; biography; speeches; the essay; nonfiction; diversity; visions of the future; adventure; romance; writing on your own; exploring and organizing ideas; using outside sources; writing a draft; the parts of speech; structuring sentences; editing and proofreading; spelling; vocabulary development; speaking and listening; research skills; letters and forms; writing on the job.

Text:
Literature and the Language Arts, Experiencing Literature; Essential Skills Practice Book, Language, EMC/Paradigm