World Classics H
| Department | English |
|---|---|
| Length | Semester |
World Classics H is a single-semester English course taken by juniors and seniors. All juniors must take a default English course and an English elective; World Classics H is one of the default courses, offered in alternate years. Students can choose between the course and the college prep version, World Literature. Every other year, American Classics H and American Literature are offered instead of the World Classics/Literature courses. Seniors have the same choice of English courses, but the yearlong AP Literature and Composition is also open to seniors, so some choose to take that instead.
Course catalog description
This is a course for students who want an advanced program in high school English. This honors-level course uses the works of authors such as Shakespeare, Achebe, Brontë, and Austen to study composition and literature. Additionally, the course utilizes world classics to explore the influence of world culture, thought, and values on contemporary thinking. Because it is a required course, it includes particular emphasis on instruction in reading and writing. Students should expect to complete two to three major essay-quality assignments during the course. One semester of this course or World Literature is required.
- Homework Expectation: Surveyed students reported 2-3 hours per week
- This is an Honors course
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