The primary differences between English and Honors English are the standards of accountability to which the students are held, the complexity of the assignments, and the depth of the course. English 9, 10, 11, and 12 are not simplified versions of Honors English but rather challenging courses of study.
Students wishing to take AP or Honors English or Social Studies courses in the sophomore, junior, or senior year are strongly recommended to take Honors English courses in preparation during the preceding year in which the student wishes to enroll in the AP/Honors English or Social Studies course.
English 9 (2 semesters) 3101/3102
English 9 is a study of language, literature, composition, and oral communication with a focus on exploring a wide-variety of genres and their elements. Students use literary interpretation, analysis, comparisons, and evaluation to read and respond to both fiction and nonfiction texts. Students write responses to literature, expository compositions, research-based documents, and narrative essays. Students deliver grade-appropriate oral presentations and access, analyze, and evaluate online information. (1002)
English 9 Honors (2 semesters) 3701/3702
English 9 honors is an accelerated class that requires students to think deeply and richly about both fiction and non-fiction while offering a blend of classic and contemporary works from authors of diverse backgrounds. English 9 Honors covers the same standards as English 9 with an emphasis on in-depth interpretation and analysis. The course places a heavy emphasis on a variety of writing skills in preparation for consecutive Honors and AP Courses as well as critical thinking, and College/Career readiness skills. Students should expect a rigorous, challenging, active experience in this course. (1002)
English 9/Honors: World Studies: An Interdisciplinary Approach to History & Literature (Gr. 9)
2 semesters 3801/3802
World Studies is a freshman introductory course to the Honors English and Honors World History curricula. Taught cooperatively by an English teacher and a History teacher over two consecutive periods, World Studies' integrated approach helps students make connections between the two disciplines and acquire a deeper knowledge. The class also stresses the fundamentals of reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, ultimately preparing students for additional Honors and Advanced Placement coursework. (1002)
Note: This class is coupled with "World History & Civilization/Honors: World Studies" (Course numbers 8751 and 8752); therefore it is a two period class
Journalism and Media Studies (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester 3616
Journalism is the study of the art of reporting and the profession of journalists. This course includes the process involved in (1) news gathering, (2) various types of journalistic writing, in addition to the exploration of (3) the legal and social responsibilities involved in newspaper publications, and (4) the ethics of accurate and fair reporting. This course includes extensive reading of models of excellent journalistic techniques and evaluates and analyzes journalistic writing through discussions and critiques, and regular writing assignments. (1080)
Note: This is not a student publications course
Speech (Gr. 9-12) 1 semester 3536
Students understand and implement the fundamentals of public speaking poise, confidence, and effective delivery techniques. Students practice in a number of different public-speaking scenarios. Presentations include: a speech to teach, a group presentation, a “true story” narrative, a marketing pitch, a live drama performance and much more! (1076)
Note: Counts as 1 of 8 English credits for General Diploma only
Language Arts Lab (Gr. 9-12) 1 or 2 semesters 3051/3052
Language Arts Lab is designed for students who need support in grade-level language arts standards. Language Lab is a co-taught class intended to build skills and to provide additional help to students on an individualized basis in a relaxed and gradual setting. Students are aided in improving areas of vocabulary/context, reading comprehension, and writing applications. Basic instructional skills and materials are introduced regularly to provide students with a stronger language arts understanding for both their regular English classes and standardized tests. (1010)
Prerequisite: Teacher and counselor recommendation
Note: This course does not meet English credit requirement for graduation
Note: This course may be offered for one to eight elective credits
Note: This course is targeted for students that failed ILEARN in grade 8 or have failing grades in 8th grade English
English As A New Language-ENL (Gr. 9-12) 2 semesters 3061/3062
English as a New Language is the study of language, literature, composition and oral communication for an English Language Learner (ELL) student to improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing and comprehension of standard English. Students study English vocabulary used in fictional texts and content-area texts speak and write English so that they can function within the regular school setting and an English-speaking society, and deliver oral presentations appropriate to their respective levels of English proficiency. (1012)
Note: The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instruction at advanced levels (up to a maximum of four credits)
Note: World Language credit - If ENL course work addresses Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages and is taken concurrently with another English/Language Arts course, up to four (4) credits accrued may count as World Language credits for all diplomas
