St. Michael-Albertville High School Advanced British Literature (Master) Teacher: Heidi Bast September 2014 Content Skills Analogy Unit Writing Course Essential Questions: What are common styles, themes, and conventions of British literature? How does the study of British Literature contribute to our understanding of the English language and culture? 1. Organize ideas into essay form with an introduction, thesis, body, and conclusion 2. Communicate main idea through the use of a thesis statement 3. Recognize and develop strong ideas in an essay 4. Recognize and demonstrate voice in writing Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills 1. Formulate predictions before reading an Epic poem 2. Make inferences based on information gained through reading an epic poem Literary Analysis What are the qualities of effective writing that are needed for college-level writing? Analogy Unit Unit Essential Questions: 1. Follow a broken plot line 2. Compare & Contrast Characters and their exerted traits 3. Recognize themes within a story Vocabulary What is metaphor? 1. Identify vocabulary words necessary to understand the text 2. Recognize the difference in Learning Targets Analogy Unit Writing Assessment Analogy Unit Writing -I can formulate a thesis statement that clearly communicates the focus of a longer work. 1. Outline of ideas and analogy essay (CFA=outline) 2-4. Analogy essay (CSA = Analogy Essay Rubric) -I can support a thesis statement with specific evidence, examples, and/or details that show the reader my ideas. Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills -I can organize supporting details into paragraph structure with a definite introduction, body, and conclusion. -I can enhance organization through the use of topic sentences, transitions, and concluding sentences. -I can improve my work by revising content and editing writing so it is free of punctuation, capitalization, and usage errors. Resources & Technology Analogy Unit Writing 1-4. Sample analogy papers/outlines and MLA handbook Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading 1. Discussion and worksheet on making predictions 2. Inference quiz Literary Analysis 1. Charcter Map and timed essay (CA = Anglo-Saxon Timed Essay) 2. Quiz on charcter traits (CFA=Quiz on character traits) and timed essay (CSA = AngloSaxon Timed Essay) 3. Theme write-up and timed essay (CSA = Anglo-Saxon Timed Essay) Vocabulary 1. Vocabulary translation activity (CSA) 2. Timed Essay (CA = 1. PowerPoint presentation on Introduction to the History of English 2. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf SkillsLiterary Analysis 1-3. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf Vocabulary 1-2. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf Anglo-Saxon Timed -I can extend the appeal of Listening/Speaking www.curriculummapper.com 1 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content How can metaphor be used in a personal narrative essay? Writing Thesis development Process of writing Revision/Editing Ideas and Content Organization Voice Anglo-Saxon Unit Unit Essential Questions: Skills Learning Targets dialect within text and understand its usage my work so it goes beyond functional writing (basic execution of the assignment) and entertains, provokes thought, and/or connects with a variety of target audiences. a. I can provoke thought through the use of metaphors. b. I can develop visual comparisons through the use of descriptive explanation and imagery. Listening/Speaking 1. Review proper oral and nonverbal presentation strategies 2. Use of a visual aid for presentation Research/Technology 1. Evaluate credibility of sources 2. Access articles and information using the research process 3. Develop a formal works cited page using proper format St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Essay) Listening/Speaking 1-2. Formal presentation (Anglo-Saxon culture) Research/Technology 1-3. Anglo-Saxon Presentation and formal works cited page Resources & Technology 1-2. Microsoft PowertPoint on presentations Research/Technology 1-3. Writers Inc. or other similar manual and online databases Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis/Vocabulary -I can independently comprehend literature. Where did the English language originate? -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author's work. -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. What are the conventions/characteristics of an Epic poem? What impact do the AngloSaxon Culture and Beowulf have on the English language? -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. www.curriculummapper.com 2 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology Reading Skills Predictions Inferences Literary Analysis Plot -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literary-based writings, discussions, and presentations. Listening/Speaking -I can organize a presentation using an introduction, body, conclusion. Characters/character traits Themes -I can use a visual aid to enhance an overall presentation. Vocabulary Identification Usage/Recognition Listening/Speaking Presentation Strategies -I can use appropriate eye contact, hand gestures, and voice tone to enhance a presentation. Research/Technology -I can analyze information to determine a source’s relevance and credibility. Research/Technology Research Process Works cited page -I can paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote sources that support my ideas. -I can construct my works cited page, in-text citations, and page setup in MLA format. www.curriculummapper.com 3 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content St. Michael-Albertville High School Skills Learning Targets Assessment Resources & Technology Skills Learning Targets Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis/Vocabulary Assessment Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills Resources & Technology Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading 1. Discussion and worksheet on making predictions 2. Inference quiz 1. PowerPoint presentation on Introduction to the History of English 2. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf October 2014 Content Anglo-Saxon Unit (see UEQ and Standards in Sept.) Reading Skills Predictions Inferences Literary Analysis Characters/character traits Themes Presentation Strategies Research/Technology 1. Follow a broken plot line 2. Compare & Contrast Characters and their exerted traits 3. Recognize themes within a story Identification Usage/Recognition Research Process Works cited page -I can independently comprehend literature. reading an epic poem Literary Analysis Listening/Speaking 1. Formulate predictions before reading an Epic poem 2. Make inferences based on information gained through Plot Vocabulary Anglo-Saxon Unit Reading Skills Vocabulary 1. Identify vocabulary words necessary to understand the text 2. Recognize the difference in dialect within text and understand its usage Listening/Speaking 1. Review proper oral and nonverbal presentation strategies 2. Use of a visual aid for -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author's work. -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literary-based writings, discussions, and presentations. Listening/Speaking Literary Analysis 1. Charcter Map and timed essay (CA = Anglo-Saxon Timed Essay) 2. Quiz on charcter traits (CFA=Quiz on character traits) and timed essay (CSA = AngloSaxon Timed Essay) 3. Theme write-up and timed essay (CSA = Anglo-Saxon Timed Essay) Vocabulary 1. Vocabulary translation activity (CSA) 2. Timed Essay (CA = Anglo-Saxon Timed Essay) SkillsLiterary Analysis 1-3. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf Vocabulary 1-2. McDougall Littel version of Beowulf Listening/Speaking 1-2. Microsoft PowertPoint on presentations Research/Technology Listening/Speaking 1-2. Formal presentation (Anglo-Saxon culture) 1-3. Writers Inc. or other similar manual and online databases Research/Technology -I can organize a presentation www.curriculummapper.com 4 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets presentation using an introduction, body, conclusion. Research/Technology 1. Evaluate credibility of sources 2. Access articles and information using the research process 3. Develop a formal works cited page using proper format -I can use a visual aid to enhance an overall presentation. St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment 1-3. Anglo-Saxon Presentation and formal works cited page Resources & Technology -I can use appropriate eye contact, hand gestures, and voice tone to enhance a presentation. Research/Technology -I can analyze information to determine a source’s relevance and credibility. -I can paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote sources that support my ideas. -I can construct my works cited page, in-text citations, and page setup in MLA format. November 2014 Content Medieval/Middle Ages Unit Unit Essential Questions: Skills Medieval/Middle Ages Unit Reading Skills fiction Learning Targets Medieval/Middle Ages Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis/Vocabulary Assessment Medieval/Middle Ages Unit Reading Skills fiction Resources & Technology Medieval/Middle Ages Unit Reading Skills fiction www.curriculummapper.com 5 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content How did the history and context of the Medieval Era contribute to The Canterbury Tales? How did the Medieval caste (social) system play into the characterization within Canterbury Tales? How can writing be used to compare and contrast versions of literature? Reading Skills fiction Predictions Inferences Literary Analysis Plot Characters/character traits Themes Comparing and contrasting ideas Skills 1. Formulate predictions before reading an Epic poem 2. Make inferences based on information gained through reading an epic poem Learning Targets Literary Analysis -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author’s work. 1. Follow a broken plot line 2. Compare & Contrast Characters and their exerted traits, and details within two stories 3. Recognize themes within a story Vocabulary 1. Identify vocabulary words necessary to understand the text 2. Recognize the difference in dialect within text and understand its usage -I can independently comprehend literature. -I can identify and explain the use of figurative language in a literary work. -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. -I can independently identify literary elements. -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment 1. Discussion and worksheet on making predictions 2. Inference quiz (CFA) Literary Analysis 1-3. Timed essay (CSA) 2. Charcter Map 2. Quiz on charcter traits (CFA) 3-4. Theme write-up and timed essay (CSA) Vocabulary 1. Vocabulary translation activity (CFA) 2. Timed Essay (CSA) Resources & Technology 1. PowerPoint presentation on Introduction to the Middle Ages 2. McDougall Littel version of Canterbury Tales Literary Analysis 1-4. McDougall Littel version of Canterbury Tales Vocabulary 1-2. McDougall Littel version of Canterbury Tales -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literarybased writings, discussions, and presentations. www.curriculummapper.com 6 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Vocabulary Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology Identification Usage/Recognition December 2014 Content Renaissance Unit Unit Essential Questions: How can a presentation be constructed to demonstrate characteristics of a time period of literature? What are the characteristics of a Tragedy? How can dramatic conventions of Shakespearean tragedy (blank verse, soliloquy, dramatic irony, foreshadowing, etc.) be identified (and address purpose)? Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Theme Characterization Symbolism Listening/Speaking Presentation skills Skills Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1. Analyze themes within a play 2. Recognize specific character traits 3. Identify symbolism within a play Listening/Speaking 1. Use formal presentation skill to give a presentation. 2. Communicate information from research to a class Research/Technology 1. Use MLA form to document research/sources 2. Access information for a presentation using an online research database Learning Targets Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Assessment Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1-3. Act quizzes (CFA) 1-3. Objective test 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA= Macbeth Essay) Resources & Technology Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1-3. Copy of -I can independently Shakespeare's Macbeth comprehend literature. 1-3. Shakespeare: A Biography film -I can identify and explain 1-3. Shakespeare the use of figurative introductory PowerPoint Listening/Speaking language in a literary work. 1-2. Research Presentation presentation -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author’s work. Research/Technology Listening/Speaking 1-3. Research Presentation 1-2. Internet Research 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA = Database Macbeth Essay) Research/Technology 1-2. Internet Research Writing 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA= Database Macbeth Essay) 2. Copy of Shakespeare's Macbeth -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. -I can independently identify literary elements. -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. -I can analyze how the Writing 1. Internet Research Database www.curriculummapper.com 7 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Research/Technology MLA documentation Online database research Computer processing Writing MLA documentation Six-Traits of Writing Theme Skills 3. Use a computer to process an essay and a formal bibliography Writing 1. Use MLA form to document research/sources 2. Include specific ideas, logical organization, and proper conventions in an essay. 3. Analyze a theme within a play Learning Targets literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology 3. Copy of Shakespeare's Macbeth -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literary-based writings, discussions, and presentations. Listening/Speaking -I can organize a presentation using an introduction, body, conclusion. -I can use a visual aid to enhance an overall presentation. -I can use appropriate eye contact, hand gestures, and voice tone to enhance a presentation. Research/Technology -I can analyze information to determine a source’s relevance and credibility. -I can paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote sources that support my ideas. www.curriculummapper.com 8 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology -I can construct my works cited page, in-text citations, and page setup in MLA format. Writing -I can formulate a thesis statement that clearly communicates the focus of a longer work. -I can support a thesis statement with specific evidence, examples, and/or details that show the reader my ideas. -I can organize supporting details into paragraph structure with a definite introduction, body, and conclusion. -I can enhance organization through the use of topic sentences, transitions, and concluding sentences. -I can improve my work by revising content and editing writing so it is free of punctuation, capitalization, and usage errors. -I can extend the appeal of my work so it goes beyond functional writing (basic execution of the assignment) and entertains, provokes www.curriculummapper.com 9 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology Assessment Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1-3. Act quizzes (CFA) 1-3. Objective test 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA= Macbeth Essay) Resources & Technology Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1-3. Copy of Shakespeare's Macbeth 1-3. Shakespeare: A Biography film 1-3. Shakespeare introductory PowerPoint presentation thought, and/or connects with a variety of target audiences. a. can reflect on a work of literature adding relevant thoughts and insight. b. I can prioritize ideas that need to be explained in detail versus ideas that can be summarized. c. I can determine when plot summary is necessary to explain a point or idea. January 2015 Content ~Renaissance Unit Unit Essential Questions: How can a presentation be constructed to demonstrate characteristics of a time period of literature? What are the characteristics of a Tragedy? How can dramatic conventions of Shakespearean tragedy (blank verse, soliloquy, dramatic irony, foreshadowing, etc.) be identified (and address purpose)? Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Theme Skills Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Learning Targets Renaissance Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1. Analyze themes within a play 2. Recognize specific character traits 3. Identify symbolism within a play -I can independently comprehend literature. Listening/Speaking -I can identify and explain the use of figurative language in a literary work. -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author’s work. 1. Use formal presentation skill to give a presentation. 2. Communicate -I can determine theme, information from research author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. to a class Listening/Speaking 1-2. Research Presentation Research/Technology 1-3. Research Presentation 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA = Macbeth Essay) Writing 1-3. Formal Essay (CSA= Listening/Speaking 1-2. Internet Research Database Research/Technology 1-2. Internet Research Database www.curriculummapper.com 10 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Characterization Symbolism Skills Learning Targets Research/Technology -I can independently identify literary elements. Listening/Speaking 1. Use MLA form to document research/sources 2. Access information for a presentation using an online research database 3. Use a computer to process an essay and a formal bibliography Presentation skills Research/Technology MLA documentation Online database research Computer processing Writing MLA documentation Six-Traits of Writing Theme Writing 1. Use MLA form to document research/sources 2. Include specific ideas, logical organization, and proper conventions in an essay. 3. Analyze a theme within a play -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Macbeth Essay) Resources & Technology 2. Copy of Shakespeare's Macbeth Writing 1. Internet Research Database 3. Copy of Shakespeare's Macbeth -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literary-based writings, discussions, and presentations. Listening/Speaking -I can organize a presentation using an introduction, body, conclusion. -I can use a visual aid to enhance an overall presentation. -I can use appropriate eye contact, hand gestures, and voice tone to enhance a presentation. Research/Technology www.curriculummapper.com 11 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology -I can analyze information to determine a source’s relevance and credibility. -I can paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote sources that support my ideas. -I can construct my works cited page, in-text citations, and page setup in MLA format. Writing -I can formulate a thesis statement that clearly communicates the focus of a longer work. -I can support a thesis statement with specific evidence, examples, and/or details that show the reader my ideas. -I can organize supporting details into paragraph structure with a definite introduction, body, and conclusion. -I can enhance organization through the use of topic sentences, transitions, and concluding sentences. www.curriculummapper.com 12 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills St. Michael-Albertville High School Learning Targets Assessment Resources & Technology -I can improve my work by revising content and editing writing so it is free of punctuation, capitalization, and usage errors. -I can extend the appeal of my work so it goes beyond functional writing (basic execution of the assignment) and entertains, provokes thought, and/or connects with a variety of target audiences. a. can reflect on a work of literature adding relevant thoughts and insight. b. I can prioritize ideas that need to be explained in detail versus ideas that can be summarized. c. I can determine when plot summary is necessary to explain a point or idea. February 2015 Content Romantic Fiction Unit Unit Essential Questions: What are writing characteristics of the Romantic period of literature? How are the shifts in Skills Romantic Fiction Unit Learning Targets Romantic Fiction Unit Assessment Romantic Fiction Unit Resources & Technology Romantic Fiction Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1. Analyze themes within a story 2. Identify multiple settings within a story -I can independently comprehend literature. 1-4. Comprehension Activities (CFA) 1-4. Quizzes (CFA) 1-4. Timed Essay (CSA) 1-4. Introductory Romantic Era/ Frankenstein PowerPoint presentation 1-4. Copy of Mary -I can identify and explain the use of figurative language in a www.curriculummapper.com 13 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content thinking during the Romantic period in Britain displayed in the literature? How can a presentation be constructed to demonstrate characteristics of a time period of literature? Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Theme Setting Era Traits Allusions Character Traits Research/Technology MLA documentation Online database research Computer processing Writing MLA documentation Six-Traits of Writing Theme Skills 3. Recognize characteristics of the Romantic Era in a story 4. Evaluate the author's decisions with regard to characterization Research/Technology 1. Use proper MLA formate to document sources for a presentation 2. Use an online database to locate articles on a specific topic 3. Use a computer to process a Microsoft Word document Writing 1. Use proper MLA formate to document sources for a presentation 2. Construct a five to seven page essay that displays the six traits of writing 3. Analyze a theme of a story Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment literary work. -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author’s work. -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. -I can independently identify literary elements. -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. Research/Technology 1-3. Romantic Era Presentation Writing 1. Romantic Era Presentation 2-3. Timed Essay (CSA=Frankenstein Test) Resources & Technology Shelley's Frankenstein 1-4. Copy of 2004 Frankenstein film Research/Technology 1-3. Introductory Romantic Era/ Frankenstein PowerPoint presentation Writing 1-3. Introductory Romantic Era/ Frankenstein PowerPoint presentation -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literary-based writings, discussions, and presentations. Research/Technology -I can analyze information to determine a source’s relevance and credibility. -I can paraphrase, summarize, and directly quote sources that support my ideas. -I can construct my works cited page, in-text citations, and page setup in MLA www.curriculummapper.com 14 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content Skills Learning Targets St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology format. Writing -I can formulate a thesis statement that clearly communicates the focus of a longer work. -I can support a thesis statement with specific evidence, examples, and/or details that show the reader my ideas. -I can organize supporting details into paragraph structure with a definite introduction, body, and conclusion. -I can enhance organization through the use of topic sentences, transitions, and concluding sentences. March 2015 Content Romantic Poetry Unit Unit Essential Questions: What is the process for analyzing a poem? What are the characteristics of Romantic Poetry? Skills Romantic Poetry Unit Learning Targets Romantic Poetry Unit Assessment Romantic Poetry Unit Resources & Technology Romantic Poetry Unit Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis Reading Skills/Literary Analysis 1. Identify themes within a poem 2. Recognize various styles/forms of poetry. -I can independently comprehend literature. 1-3. Poetry Analysis Quiz (CSA) 1-3. McDougall Littel British Literature textbook -I can identify and explain www.curriculummapper.com 15 of 16 Advanced British Literature (Master) Bast Content How is poetry used to communicate the culture of the Romantic era of literature? Reading Skills/Literary Analysis o o o Theme Poetic Form/Style Era traits Skills Learning Targets 3. Identify traits of the Romantic era in poetry the use of figurative language in a literary work. St. Michael-Albertville High School Assessment Resources & Technology -I can understand the visual elements and style of the author’s work. -I can determine theme, author’s purpose, or main idea in a literary work. -I can independently identify literary elements. -I can analyze how authors use literary elements to enhance works. -I can analyze how the literature is influenced by the culture, context, or era in which it was written. -I can effectively communicate critical thinking through literarybased writings, discussions www.curriculummapper.com 16 of 16
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