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English IV (AP) 140
Speech & Communication

TIME FRAME: Throughout Semester
GRADE: 12
CONTACT:

         MAP LEVEL: 4

23.1 LANGUAGE ARTS - READING AND RESPONDING --- 23.1.1.9.3 --- 23.1.1.9.6 --- 23.1.2.9.1 --- 23.1.2.9.5 --- 23.1.4.9.1 --- 23.1.4.9.2
23.2 LANGUAGE ARTS - EXPLORE AND RESPOND TO LITER --- 23.2.1.9.3 --- 23.2.2.9.1 --- 23.2.2.9.2 --- 23.2.3.9.3 --- 23.2.4.9.2 --- 23.2.4.9.3
23.3 LANGUAGE ARTS - COMMUNICATING WITH OTHERS --- 23.3.1.9.1 --- 23.3.2.9.1 --- 23.3.2.9.2 --- 23.3.2.9.6
23.4 LANGUAGE ARTS - ENGLISH LANG CONVENTIONS --- 23.4.2.9.1 --- 23.4.2.9.2 --- 23.4.3.9.1




What makes oral communication effective?
What are the necessary qualities of a speech that makes it successful?
What are the appropriate behaviors and responses of an audience member?
What strategies and techniques are effective in communicating ideas during a classroom discussion?




This class consists of a survey approach to British and World Literature spanning thirteen centuries. The latter part of the course focuses on modern texts. The literature is chosen both for its aesthetic value and its cultural significance. The literature offers examination of the human condition, with a focus upon the principle concerns of literary criticism and the great ideas of civilization. Writing completed for the course focuses on in-depth text analysis as well as the application of ideas from the texts to our present day society. Another major emphasis of this course is the preparation of students for the Advanced Placement Exam. Text selections for the course are made with an awareness of what the test will demand.





Students in AP Senior English will:
-- Demonstrate elements of effective delivery during oral communications, such as use of appropriate vocal qualities and nonverbal communication, and effective rate and pacing,
-- Adjust speech qualities to the audience, topic, and purpose,
-- Participate effectively in a variety of roles during large and small group discussions (circle, Socratic seminars),
-- Adjust speech behavior in response to perceived audience reaction,
-- Demonstrate appropriate poise and presence during oral communications.




All students will:
-- Complete a public speaking experience (i.e. a topic-specific speech, debate, dramatic recitation, literary circles, Socratic seminar, and small and large group discussion),
-- All students will be given instructions on effective delivery elements, such as use of appropriate vocal qualities and nonverbal communications, and effective rate and pacing,
-- Be given guidance on appropriate poise and presence during oral communications,
-- Be given an opportunity to perform various tasks during class discussion (moderator, note taker, evaluator).




Assessment of speaking skills will include such experiences as criterion-referenced speech activities, dramatic readings, class presentations and discussions.