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High School English Supplement: 53 Iconic Short Stories
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
We're going to work our way through 53 of the most iconic short stories ever written. One story a week, one week at a time. No, I am not the one that created this list. Most of it comes from a list put together by LitHub.com. I have read many of them, but there are many that I will be reading for the first time as well. This is a great chance to read from a variety of genres and periods as we dig deep and discuss what makes these masterpieces so iconic. Stories selected for this course have...
In this course students will… -determine theme; -analyze plot and its various phases; -examine how literary elements affect plot progression, assist in character development, and convey meaning, including: motif, symbol, foreshadowing, echoing, flashback, opposition, metaphor, irony, foil, choice of language; -understand the mono-myth (Hero’s Journey), The Heroine’s Journey, The Villain’s Journey, and character archetypes; -develop an understanding of modern pop-culture. This course provides opportunities to for students to develop the following skills: 1.Explain the function of character. 2.Explain the function of setting. 3.Explain the function of plot and structure. 4.Explain the function of the narrator or speaker. 5.Explain the function of word choice, imagery, and symbolism. 6.Explain the function of comparison. 7.Develop textually substantiated arguments about interpretations of a portion or whole text.
Credentialed teacher with almost 20 years of experience in education. Certified AP English teacher, forensics coach(speech and debate), with an extensive background in drama. I have taught in multiple states in the U.S. and spent three years teaching in China. I am traveler, chef, poet, and storyteller, specializing in writing instruction, literary analysis, creative projects, and above all, building student teacher relationships.
Homework Offered
Students will read each story independently prior to class.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Students are responsible for finding their own copies of the stories to be read and discussed.
While most of these stories are classic literature, they may often contain mature themes. Parents are always advised to ead and screen all texts prior to student reading, as individual sensibilities may vary.
All stories are listed in the clss description section. Students are responsible for finding and acquiring their own copies to read.
"I am not the teacher that you are looking for," as I wave my hand ever so slightly. I will not fill your students with rainbows and sunshine. I am not super high tech in the computer age. I don't offer fluff and I have no gimmicks. No puppies,...
Group Class
$8
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 32 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-16 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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