Goals
The student who satisfactorily completes the requirements of this course will:

• Demonstrate awareness of the development of British literature in terms of its time periods (historical contexts), genres, literary methods, and significant authors' lives, works, and thematic concerns
• Be able to write clear, organized, and thoughtful well-reasoned work using standard American English and correct punctuation
• Write and speak in response to literature he/she has read
• Broaden his/her vocabulary
• Gain proficiency in public speaking
• Work actively and cooperatively in small groups

You can view a detailed timeline of the subjects that will be covered.

Class Materials

• Textbooks - Literature: The British Tradition, Prentice Hall
• Textbooks must be covered with paper or cloth covers. No sticky covers.
• Folder or binder for class handouts and homework
• Pens - at least one in blue or black ink, and a pencil. Red or neon colors are not acceptable for homework.
• Longer works - Beowulf, Hamlet, and hopefully a novel by Jane Austen

Evaluation
Your final grade for this course will be based on points accumulated from:

• Quizzes
• Homework
• Journals and other writing assignments
• Presentations
• Major projects
• Unit and literature tests
• Semester exams (worth 20% of your semester grade)
• Extra credit will be offered periodically throughout each semester

Tests and Quizzes
Pop-quizzes may be given at any time. However, you will always know in advance about a test. If you missed one or more days prior to a test and are present on the day of the test, I will assume that you are going to take the test unless you discuss your situation with me prior to the class period.

Late Work
All homework should be completed and turned in at the beginning of the class period on which it is due. It is not fair to the teacher or your classmates if you had in work late. Late homework will be accepted one day late but with a reduction of 20% of the points earned. Homework two days late will be accepted for a reduction of 30% of the points earned. Homework will not be accepted more than two days late unless excused because of illness or other approved reason.
Late major projects or papers will be accepted one day late for a reduction of 10% of the points, two days late for for a reduction of 20% of the points, or three days late for a reduction of 30% of the possible points.

Class Rules

• Be in your seat on time
• Be prepared
• Follow directions the first time
• Respect others, yourself, and property
• No food, gum, or drink in class (water is permitted)
• No cell phones should be seen or heard in class
• Cheating (including plagiarism) is not tolerated. Students are to do their own work for everything including homework, quizzes, tests, projects, and papers unless they are given permission to work with others. Cheating results in an automatic "F" for the assignment for all parties involved and further discipline as stated in the school's discipline policy

I expect all students to adhere to these rules and conduct themselves in a mature manner appropriate for a Christian classroom.

Additional Help
I want students to enjoy and benefit from reading British literature and am willing to spend extra time helping them. I encourage students to ask questions or to arrange a time outside of class to get help from me. I appreciate the support of family and parent/guardian interest in a student's studies and progress. Please call me at school if you have any concerns or comments about your child's work.