Common Core English with Brenda W.

Welcome to our Common Core English class! This course is designed to help students develop their reading comprehension, writing, and critical thinking skills through the lens of Common Core standards. Throughout the term, students will delve into classic literature, non-fiction texts, and a variety of writing genres with the guidance of their instructor. One focus of this class will be on developing close-reading strategies that will allow students to engage with a text at a deeper level. Through guided practice and analysis, students will learn how to identify key themes and ideas, recognize literary devices such as figurative language and symbolism, and make connections between different elements of a text. In addition to honing their analytical skills, students will also work on improving their own writing. Through regular practice in various forms such as argumentative essays or research papers, they will build a strong foundation in structure, clarity of expression, and evidence-based reasoning. At the end of this course, students will have developed strong reading and writing habits that are aligned with Common Core standards. They will leave with an increased ability to comprehend complex texts critically analyze them and express themselves effectively in written form.