This semester-long course will require students to read, to analyze and to discuss one of the greatest novels of the latter part of the 20th century, Toni Morrison's "Beloved". Classroom discussions will utilize the 'round table'  method of academic discussion. This method will ensure that each student has the opportunity to offer an opinion in a welcoming environment. Topics, based on assigned reading, will be presented to the class for discussion and debate. All students will be require to participate. 
Week 1: Discussion about Toni Morrison - Profile of Toni Morrison; Discussion of "A Visit to the Slave Mother Who Killed Her Child" (inspiration for "Beloved")
Week 2: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 3: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 4: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 5: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 6: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 7: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 8: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 9: Discussion of assigned reading
Week 10: Students present projects to class

Students are required to take notes using graphic organizers that will be provided. These graphic organizer will assist with applying the following English Literature concepts:
Character Analysis
Theme Analysis
Symbol Analysis
Students will be required to submit their notes and completed graphic organizers for comments and feedback. Graphic organizers will be used to submit short writing assignments.

Also, this class will support  comprehension skills and vocabulary awareness. One of the main rewards of reading is an increase in vocabulary. A strong vocabulary base will assist with reading comprehension. Students will increase their vocabulary word base by participating in assignments from a vocabulary website that gives students the opportunity to learn and practice difficult and unfamiliar words from the novel.  Students will be required to log in  regularly to complete assignments within the assigned time frame. In addition, students will be expected to participate in a weekly "Vocabulary Jam" from the website. Students will compete in teams to see which team can answer the most questions correctly. 
Additionally, students will be required to participate in the online quiz game Kahoot to challenge each other to see who can answer the most correct questions based on their reading.

At the end of 10 weeks, student will be able to intellectually and confidently discuss the characters, the themes, and the many symbolism of "Beloved". Also, students will have a larger, stronger vocabulary base.