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GROUP 1: LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

FOUR-YEAR COURSE OF STUDY

9th grade
: World Literature

10th grade: American Literature

11th Grade: IB1 World Literature
11th Grade Semester 1:  The Art of Adaptation
11th Grade Semester 2:  Works in Translation

12th Grade: IB2 World Literature
12th Grade Semester 1:  Detailed Thematic Study
12th Grade Semester 2:  Genre Focus

The study of literature can be seen as an exploration of the way stories represent the complex pursuits, anxieties, joys, and fears to which human beings are exposed.  It enables an exploration of human creativity, and encourages independent, original, and critical thinking.


GOALS:
  • develop an ability to engage in independent textual commentary on both familiar and unfamiliar pieces of writing.

  • structure ideas and arguments, both orally and in writing, in a logical, sustained and persuasive way, and to support them with precise and relevant examples.

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105 N. Mansfield St. Ypsilanti, MI 48197 734-994-8145 Main
734-484-9719 Fax
Contact Us: Contactwihi@wihi.org
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    • IB Curriculum >
      • Departments and Curriculum >
        • The Diploma Program Core
        • Group 1: Language and Literature
        • Group 2: Language Acquisition
        • Group 3: Individuals and Societies
        • Group 4: Natural Sciences
        • Group 5: Mathematics
        • Group 6: Fine Arts
      • Standards Based Learning >
        • SBG Graphic
    • Counseling >
      • College Counseling
      • Mental Health Resources
    • The Writing Center
    • Mentoring Program
    • MYP Community Service Policy
  • Quick Links for Families/Students
    • Yearbook - WIHI
    • Remote learning Extension and Review Resources
    • School Swag (Spirit Wear)
    • Career Mentorship & C.A.S. >
      • C.A.S >
        • C.A.S Events
      • Career Mentorship
    • WIHI Clubs >
      • Club Payments
    • Music Page >
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    • Monthly Lunch Menu
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      • Assessment Calendars
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