Year/Grade: 11
Topic: Written Communication
Goals and Aims
The goal of this course is to develop students' written communication skills through exploring various literary genres and analyzing their themes, style, and language usage. Throughout the course, students will learn to write clearly, accurately, and effectively, applying appropriate literary devices and techniques to their own writing. Students will also develop critical thinking skills to analyze literature and articulate their responses in writing. By the end of the course, students will have an improved understanding of various techniques and styles in literary writing and will be able to express their own understanding of literature through effective writing.
Module 1: Introduction to Literary Analysis (6 lessons)
- Lesson 1: Course Introduction and syllabus review
- Lesson 2: Overview of Literary Analysis
- Lesson 3: Introduction to Literary Genres
- Lesson 4: Close Reading and Textual Analysis
- Lesson 5: Literary Terms and Devices
- Lesson 6: Lesson review and Assessment
Module 2: Poetry (12 lessons)
- Lesson 7: Introduction to Poetry
- Lesson 8: Poetic Form and Structure
- Lesson 9: Understanding Figurative Language
- Lesson 10: Poetic Devices and Techniques
- Lesson 11: Analyzing Poems
- Lesson 12: Creating Poetry
- Lesson 13: Lesson review and Assessment
Module 3: Drama (10 lessons)
- Lesson 14: Introduction to Drama
- Lesson 15: Understanding Dramatic Elements
- Lesson 16: Analysis of Characters
- Lesson 17: Understanding Dialogue and Monologue
- Lesson 18: Analyzing Plot and Themes
- Lesson 19: Writing Theatrical Critiques
- Lesson 20: Lesson review and Assessment
Module 4: Fiction (12 lessons)
- Lesson 21: Introduction to Fiction
- Lesson 22: Understanding Plot Elements
- Lesson 23: Techniques for Characterization
- Lesson 24: Writing Effective Dialogue
- Lesson 25: Analyzing Theme and Symbolism
- Lesson 26: Short story analysis and Writing
- Lesson 27: Novella analysis and Writing
- Lesson 28: Lesson review and Assessment
Module 5: Non-Fiction (10 lessons)
- Lesson 29: Introduction to Non-Fiction
- Lesson 30: Understanding Expository Writing
- Lesson 31: Writing Personal Narratives
- Lesson 32: Opinion and Editorial Writing
- Lesson 33: Reading and Analyzing Memoirs
- Lesson 34: Reading and Analyzing Biography
- Lesson 35: Lesson review and Assessment
Module 6: Preparation for Exams (5 lessons)
- Lesson 36: Exam Format and Timing
- Lesson 37: Analysis of Past Papers
- Lesson 38: Developing a Study Plan
- Lesson 39: Tips for Effective Revision
- Lesson 40: Final Exam Review
Final Assignment and Presentation (5 lessons)
- Lesson 41: Choosing a Literary Piece
- Lesson 42-43: Analysis and Writing of Final Assignment
- Lesson 44: Peer Review and Editing
- Lesson 45-46: Final editing and polishing
- Lesson 47-50: Final Project Presentation
Course Conclusion
- Lesson 51: Final Thoughts and Feedback
- Lesson 52: End of Course Evaluation and reflection.