High School English; Literature: Fiction & Nonfiction, Part One (9th - 12Th)
Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)
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A supplementary one-day-a-week enrichment reading class, which provides a 12-month series of materials for the Fall, Spring & Summer semesters. Enjoy reading while developing critical thinking skills and building academic confidence.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
Suggested course of study: ~ 9th & 10th Grade learners should consider beginning with "Part One" and then continue with "Part Two" the following year. Primary Focus: In-depth reading comprehension, analysis, and interpretation. This class is designed to supplement your current reading curriculum by cultivating opportunities to build literacy. ~ Literacy is the ability to read, write, speak, and listen in a way that lets us communicate effectively. ~ You can expect to read classic...
In addition to college readiness, my goal is to create a connection between prior knowledge, new knowledge, literary text, and the real world. Aside from improving reading comprehension, developing analytical skills, and encouraging higher-order thinking, I want my students to be confident with their interpretations and responses.
About me - ~ I'm certified to teach from Pre-K - 12th Grade ~ I have taught Literature and English Language Arts for 16 years. ~ I am certified in ESL for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade. ~ I am certified in Special Education for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade.
Homework Offered
Students may have some light reading and writing outside of the 50-minute class period. Any assignments would be suggested at the end of a class section and become the responsibility of the student. My students are welcome to submit any optional assignments for feedback.Assessments Offered
My natural teaching style allows me to gauge my students' learning during each session. However, on occasion, I will give some formalized assessments through Google Forms and other platforms.Grades Offered
Keep handy for any occasional notes. ~ Pencil and paper. ~ A traditional composition book. ~ Digital docs are fine too. *Gel pens, skinny markers, highlighters, and sticky notes are a great option for the more creative note taker.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
*** High School literature can have direct and indirect themes that may be mature and sensitive for some learners. Note, some literature may contain biblical references and allusions. My goal here will be to describe the reference and how it is used in literature. Classroom discussions are vital and will be facilitated with great care, maturity, and professionalism. Any sensitive issues that may arise through inferencing, personal connections, interpretation, and writing must be relevant to the text. The students will be redirected as needed. I have identified any potential concerns below. Feel free to message me with any questions. ~ Winged Blackmail; There is one line that states, "go to hell" ~ Echo and Narcissus by Ovid (Myth) This myth is traditionally taught in 9th and 10th grade. Nymphs are in the vocabulary section, and there is a character that is a nymph; nymphs populate the world of mythology. This passage creates inferences of seduction and desire through the use of figurative language. ~ Excerpt from The Odyssey: The Sirens by Homer (Poem) This poem is traditionally taught in 9th grade. I am using this poem to connect the nymphs in the previous passage and the sirens in the poem. The word RAPTURE is in the vocabulary section and is about the siren's song. Rapture is defined as a feeling of intense pleasure or joy. ~ A Dead Woman's Secret by Guy de Maupassant (Short Story) Reference to God, Christ, crucifix, and religion. The dead woman's daughter, Sister Eulalie, is a nun. The passage contains the following quotes; "She, the daughter, quite penetrated with virtue that had bathed her in this austere family had become the spouse of God through disgust with men." and "The nun passionately kissed one hand of her dead mother, which hung down, a hand of ivory-like that of Christ in the large crucifix which lay on the bed." In addition, the ending does contain an ironic twist; it alludes to infidelity. ~ Excerpt From Frankenstein: The Creature's Request (novel excerpt) Mary Shelley, Author Includes biblical references; devil, Adam, and the fallen angel. Contains references to scourge, blood, and murder. ~ The Open Window by Saki Contains references to a rectory, a residence of priests. ~ The Fly by Katherine Mansfield References the death of a child and a gravesite. Contains the drinking of whiskey and a descriptive killing of a fly. ~ Home Burial by Robert Frost (Poem) References the death of a young child and the in-depth analysis of how both parents grieve. ~ The Story of the Bad Little Boy by Mark Twain References sin, prayers, and a "Sunday-school book." ~ The Storyteller by Saki (Short Story: Fiction) References the catching and eating of a fat little pig for supper. A character tells the story of a wolf eating a "horribly good girl." ~ Dr. Heidegger's Experiment by Nathaniel Hawthorne References the Church of England, Puritans, and the Fountain of Youth. Includes the mention of young, burning passion and coquetry.
Occasionally, I may use the following websites and tools to promote interactive learning; Google Forms, Kahoot!, YouTube, and Padlet. ~ These activities will not be mandatory. However, if a link is provided in the Outschool classroom, the purpose will be to supplement and enhance learning. ~ Feel free to message me with any concerns or requests.
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My English courses are centered around thought-provoking critical reading skills, effective writing, and verbalizing one's interpretation of a literary text. I believe in living, laughing, and learning. My learning goals are for my students to...
Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 68 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-16
3-10 learners per class
