Course Requirements

By the end of this course, students will be able to...
*Write thesis-driven, analytic essays for an academic audience
*Follow all writing conventions (correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation)
*Follow all MLA format guidelines
*Create a Works Cited Page
*Evaluate effectiveness of expository writing by peers and professionals
*Use an effective writing process that includes (but is not limited to) brainstorming, drafting, writing, editing, and revising
*Use text annotation and/or note taking to read critically
*Demonstrate critical thinking skills
*Engage in meaningful class discussion by offering opinions and asking questions

Course Expectations:
The most important expectation is for you to come to class prepared every day. That means you have done your reading or you have written your essay. Class discussions will revolve around ideas from the textbook, American literature selections, and your writing; the class will be much more effective (and engaging!) if you are prepared. Please keep an open mind, as we will sometimes be discussing difficult topics. Above all, I ask that you participate—that you really TRY. Put forth your ideas! Challenge others! Ask thoughtful questions!

Junior English focuses on analytical essay writing with careful attention to purpose, audience, and style. Essays will be based on class discussions and readings, including expository essays from the text book and two selections of American literature. The end result of this course will be for students to complete a Writing Portfolio of collected and revised works, and the outcomes assessment essay. This course may be taken for college credit through the College of Western Idaho (CWI).