English 12 World Literature (Period 6)

Through a survey of literary works of merit, students will analyze and evaluate the form, content, and contexts of the selected texts. Selections for this course will consist of varied narrative modes: novels, poetry, short fiction, nonfiction, and films from the nineteenth century to the present. Students will study, research and evaluate works of literate and related media from the perspective of the appropriate historical, philosophical, and psychological context. In accordance with the Common Core State Standards, students will develop skills of analysis and critical thinking using the selected texts, then apply these skills to writing persuasive essays supported with relevant textual evidence.