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Syllabus English 12B

Welcome 

We are pleased that you selected this course to fulfill your unique educational needs. You are now a member of the Mizzou  Academy's global student body.  

Every lesson is designed to help you grow as a thinker, problem solver, and global learner. As a Mizzou Academy global student, you will complete lessons and assignments on your own schedule, interacting with course content, participating in interactives, and completing practice activities, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams.

To stay on track, we recommend using a pacing guide. You can find more information about pacing in the Course Resources section, along with helpful tools, technology support, and tips for online learning success.

As you begin, remember that online learning requires both independence and communication. Be curious, stay organized, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your teacher if you need support.

We’re excited to learn with you, and we’re happy you’re part of our Mizzou Academy community! 

Pacing 

This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.

This course is asynchronous, meaning you can complete lessons and assignments at your own pace.

Most students spend approximately 10 hours per lesson interacting with course content, participating in interactive activities, and completing practice exercises, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams. Your time may vary depending on your goals and learning style. 

We encourage you to work at a consistent pace, allowing time to absorb new ideas, build skills, and reflect on what you’ve learned. Use a pacing guide to plan ahead, stay organized, and finish strong. 

Course Description

12th grade English builds on everything you've learned in the past about reading and interpreting literature as well as language and writing.  In 12th grade, there is a major focus on British Literature.  As the culmination of our high school language arts sequence, English 12B will give you one more opportunity to hone your skills as a reader, writer, thinker, speaker, and listener. Through the lens of British literature, you will explore the common themes that unite us throughout history. We will spend a lot of time on active reading strategies for fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and historical documents.  In the writing department, you will get regular opportunities to respond to readings and writing assignments will focus on analyzing the readings. As you do, you will consider why your voice matters and how you can use their stories and passions to make a positive difference in the world.

Upon the conclusion of this course, the students will be able to

  • Read, understand, and analyze various readings in British Literature including specific work on literary devices, theme, and meaning.
  • Write paragraphs and essays in response to prompts that show an understanding of readings, literary devices, and major themes.
  • Be able to answer questions regularly regarding the events in the readings, literary devices used, and the major themes within the readings.

Course Essential Questions


How have Britain's major historical events helped shape its literature?

If we change the way we use language, can we change the way we are seen by others?

Course Overview

Lesson

Objectives

Quiz

Assignment

1: Metaphysical and Cavalier Poets
  • Identify the major metaphysical poets and the features of metaphysical poetry.
  • Identify the major Cavalier poets and the features of Cavalier poetry.
  • Paraphrase the content and central themes in each poem.
  • Define and recognize the use of the following literary terms and devices: personification, apostrophe, simile, metaphor, conceit, elegy, rhyme, carpe diem, hyperbole, and paradox.
  • Define and use correctly the vocabulary words in this lesson.

Lesson 1 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

Lesson 1 Assignment: Poem (75 Points)

2: Writers of the Restoration
  • Discuss the key events and cultural significance of the Restoration.
  • Summarize the content and central themes in the literature selections.
  • Define and recognize the use of satire and parody.
  • Define and use correctly the vocabulary words in this lesson.

Lesson 2 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

3: The Romantic Movement (Part 1)
  • Identify the characteristic features of the Romantic Period in English literature.
  • Identify the major writers of the Romantic Era and their works.
  • Explain the content and central themes of the reading selections.
  • Recognize and define the literary  devices used in the reading selections.
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the reading selections.

Lesson 3 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

Lesson 3 Assignment: Poetry Analysis (75 Points)

4: The Romantic Movement (Part 2)
  • Identify the major second-generation Romantic writers and their works.
  • Explain the content and central themes of the reading selections.
  • Explain the features of the Romantic literary period and demonstrate each with examples from the reading selections.
  • Recognize and define the literary devices used in the reading selections.
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the reading selections.

Lesson 4 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

5: The Victorian Age
  • Identify common themes in Victorian literature.
  • Identify the major writers of the Victorian Age.
  • Discuss the social and cultural features that define the Victorian Era.
  • Explain the content and central themes of the reading selections.
  • Recognize and define the literary techniques and devices used in the reading selections.
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the reading selections.

Lesson 5 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

Midterm Exam (50 MC Questions, 3 Points Each & Midterm Project: Compare-Contrast Essay, 150 Points)

6: Pygmalion, Acts I and II
  • Explain the basic plot of Pygmalion.
  • Read the Preface, Act I, and Act II of the play.
  • Read and analyze the play for comprehension and literary devices—plot structure and elements, setting, characterization, and character foil. 
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the play.
  • Make textual connections between the play and other texts, your personal experiences, and the world around you.

 

Lesson 6 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

Lesson 6 Assignment: Code-Switching (75 Points)

7: Pygmalion, Acts III and IV
  • Read Acts III and IV of Pygmalion. 
  • Read and analyze the play for comprehension and literary devices—irony, humor, symbolism. 
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the play.
  • Make textual connections between the play and other texts, your personal experiences, and the world around you.

Lesson 7 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

8: Pygmalion, Act V and Epilogue
  • Identify common themes in Victorian literature.
  • Identify the major writers of the Victorian Age.
  • Discuss the social and cultural features that define the Victorian Era.
  • Explain the content and central themes of the reading selections.
  • Recognize and define the literary techniques and devices used in the reading selections.
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the reading selections.

Lesson 8 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

Lesson 8 Assignment: Analytical Essay (75 Points)

9: After the Great War
  • Characterize the tone of the reading selections.
  • Explain and apply the content and central themes in each reading selection.
  • Recognize, define, and apply the narrative and poetic devices used in the reading selections.
  • Define and use correctly the designated vocabulary words from the reading selections.

Lesson 9 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

10: Modern Poetry
  • Discuss the style and subject matter common to modern, postwar literature.
  • Identify the major writers of modern English literature.
  • Analyze how the mood and tone of modern literature compare to previous eras.
  • Explain and apply the content and central themes of the reading selections.
  • Recognize, define, and apply the poetic devices used in the reading selections.

Lesson 10 Quiz (15 MC Questions, 1 Point Each)

No Assignment

Final Exam (50 MC Questions, 3 Points Each & Final Project: One-Pager and Theme Poem, 150 Points)

 

Grades

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on submitted work and exams. The available points are distributed as follows:

Source Available Points
Lesson Assignments 300
Lesson Quizzes 150
Midterm Exam 300
Final Exam 300
Total 1050

 

Textbook & Technology Requirements

To fully participate, make sure you have:

  • A computer that meets our Mizzou Academy technology requirements
  • A microphone and webcam for recording audio and video assignments
  • Any other required textbooks or materials for the course

Textbook

There is no textbook required for this course. All course reading materials are included within the content.

Technology

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

Additional requirements for the course are below: 

  • audio and video recording capabilities (e.g., smartphone, camera)

If you ever have trouble accessing course materials or recording tools, reach out to your teacher for support. We are here to help!

Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.

Canvas Technical Support

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.

Course Summary:

Course Summary
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