From the Desk of Prof. Dorian Malleus,
Salutations and welcome to English and Introduction to Literature. The semester will consist of four sections that we will be covered throughout the year.
Semester One: Students learn the basics of the writing process including constructing thesis statements and writing essays. They also study grammar rules and vocabulary. In terms of literature, students typically look closely at each author's style, theme, and plot. Finally students learn about and practice research and public speaking skills.
Semester Two: Students will focus on expanding their formal and informal forms of written expression. They work through each step of the writing process from pre-writing to final drafts. Students continue to learn about grammar and expand their vocabulary. In terms of literature, students continue to focus on increasing their comprehension while recognizing theme and plot. They also examine each author's use of literary devices. Students are expected to present information orally and learn more about correct research techniques.
Semester Three: Students will focus specifically on American literature. In many cases, this course can be successfully integrated with American History. Students continue to work on their formal and informal forms of written expression. Students are expected to successfully complete literary analyses of various forms of literature. Students are expected to successfully complete a research paper this year along with numerous oral presentations.
Semester Four: Students are expected by the end of this year to be able to comprehend and analyze various forms of literature including essays, nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. A strong focus will be on formal written expression through essays and literary analyses. Further, students are expected to complete a research paper this year along with numerous oral presentations.
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I expect you all to familiarize yourself with your fellow classmates for help regarding class assignments and/or work. I expect nothing but the best from each and everyone of you. And once again, welcome to the class.
Prof. Dorian Malleus
((Ahahaha, I'm having WAY too much fun with this








and have Tucker sit at the very frontUuU))