English 9 A & B - Online
Course Numbers: 415100, 415101
Grade Level: 9
Credits: 2
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the writing process. Students will read, study, and comprehend a variety of different types of literature. This course will include vocabulary development and the application of language skills.

English 10 A & B - Online
Course Numbers: 415200, 415201
Grade Level: 10
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: English 9
Students will read, study, and comprehend more complex works of prose, drama, poetry, fiction, novels, and informational texts. This course will include vocabulary development and opportunities to strengthen writing and editing skills.

English 11 A & B - Online
Course Numbers: 415300, 415301
Grade Level: 11
Credits: 2
Prerequisite: English 10
This course emphasizes continued reading and writing skills growth. Students' reading will include a range of genres and texts complexity, further preparing them for challenges ahead. Student's completion of a research project and other writing will emphasize grammar and editing skills as well as effective and clear communication.

English 12 - Online
Course Number: 415400
Grade Level: 12
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: English 11
Students will read works of increasing sophistication compared to earlier courses. Literature, poetry, plays, literary nonfiction, as well as, at least, one novel will be read in order to practice evaluating intricate argumentation and literary analysis. Students will extend their earlier practice with vocabulary and writing, especially expository and literary analysis writing.

Digital Media Literacy - Online
Course Number: 415328
Grade Level: 11, 12
Credits: 1
This course focuses on critical thinking, writing, and reading skills in the digital world, including how to analyze and respond to advertisements, blogs, websites, social and news media, and technical writing. Students will also consider their own positions as consumers of media, gain an understanding and explore ways to use media to become more active and thoughtful citizens. Students will have the opportunity to develop their own technology skills through group and individual projects, and explore what it means to be a responsible digital citizen.

Interpersonal Communications - Online
Course Number: 415331
Grade Level: 11, 12
Credits: 1
Interpersonal Communications is the study of communication behaviors involving two persons, examining the impact of such behaviors on personal relationships. In this course you will analyze the common elements of interpersonal communications and learn techniques to overcome barriers to effective communication. Techniques of interpersonal competence include improving one-on-one skills for verbal and non-verbal communication, perception, self-disclosure, listening and feedback, sharing emotions, assertiveness, coping with conflict, and communicating with family, friends, and romantic relationship partners. The course material, discussions and activities required are highly transferable to real-contexts.

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