Sophomore Perspectives: Literature and World History 1,2

2039

Prerequisite: Freshman English and Concurrent registration in Perspectives:World History. Placement in this course is determined by social studies and English teachers recommendations.  

Perspectives is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course for sophomores that uses both historical and literary texts.  These readings, along with certain films, music, and art explore ideas and themes such as the search for meaning, the pursuit of knowledge, and the allocation of and competition for resources.  Units of study investigate the history and literature of China , India , Europe, and the Middle East .  Class work is focused on class discussion and daily writing.  Homework is assigned daily, not only to extend and reinforce student learning, but also to develop independent analytical and processing skills.  Perspectives students will integrate studies with both written and oral communication skills with a particular focus on persuasion and argumentation.  The course will emphasize the development of reading, research and writing skills as indicated on phase 1 of the Social Studies Department Skills Rubric.  Readings may vary from year to year, but have included: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, My Life as Emperor, Wreckage, Untouchable, The Trojan Women, Galileo, Measure for Measure, Abraham, and Persepolis .  Students receive credit in both Social Studies and English.

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Teachers:

H. Borowicz   (Social Studies)

M. Wolf     (English)