11th Grade Course Package (Independent Use Student License)

Description

The following set of courses are recommended for 11th grade students. They are available here, as a package, for independent use, at a substantial discount compared with purchasing each course separately.

English: Writing Skills (1 Student License; includes 36 Lessons)

Part 1

Students are invited on an exciting journey into the craft of writing. This course teaches students to clarify and refine their writing. A focus of this course is writing an extended definition essay, which is a great tool for both scholarship and gospel study. Students will explore the art of sonnet writing. Students will learn how to build context for expanded meaning, understand etymology and parallel structures. Instruction will be provided to improve punctuation and grammar. This course includes a unit on how to write a great church talk. The goal of this course is to support students becoming independent writers, listeners, and speakers who communicate effectively and are better prepared to assist in building the Kingdom of God.

Part 2

In this course, students will learn how to recognize beautiful writing. A focus of this course is learning to write a literary analysis. We will work on improving syntax and learning to express ideas in a creative and concise manner, to a chosen audience. Students will learn more about the art of the short story as they write their own story. They will sharpen up their grammar and punctuation skills and learn some tips and techniques for good keyboarding. The goal of this course is to support students becoming independent writers, listeners, and speakers who communicate effectively and are better prepared to assist in building the Kingdom of God.

British Literature (1 Student License; includes 36 Lessons)

This course provides an overview of British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 21st century with a focus on the unique social, historical and cultural context of each reading. The course includes a variety of genres for a rich exposure to the vast body that is British Literature. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama and fiction in relation to the literary period in which they were written. The texts lend themselves to meaningful discussions of light and dark, love and hate, nature, humanity, knowledge, redemption, family, forgiveness, spirituality, and courage.

Part 1 Readings (not included)

• selections from Shakespeare’s Sonnets (free digital text)
• Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare (240 pgs, Cliffs Complete)
• Beowulf, abridged (74 pgs)
• Poetry by Alfred, Lord Tennyson:  “Crossing the Bar”, “The Charge of the Light Brigade” (free digital text)
• A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens (112 pgs)

Part 2 Readings (not included)

• Poetry by John Keats: “Bright Star”
• Poetry by William Wordsworth: “Lines Written in Early Spring” and “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud”
• The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis (224 pgs)
• Leaf by Niggle by J.R.R. Tolkien (58 pgs)
• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (166 pgs)
• The Ball and the Cross by G. K. Chesterton (272 pgs)

Modern World History (1 Student License; includes 36 Lessons)

This exciting course begins with in overview of the history of the Ottoman Empire and the emergence of the Renaissance. Students will then learn about the Age of Exploration and colonization, and the Scientific Revolution. Students will enjoy learning some of the most fascinating aspects of the modern histories of China, India, Korea, Japan, Iran and Russia. Special emphasis will be given to the Reformation, and its relation to the restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Students will then dive into learning about the American and French Revolutions, the Atlantic slave trade, the Napoleonic Wars and the Industrial Revolution. Both World Wars will be covered, followed by the division of Korea, the Arab-Israeli conflict, the Cold War, the Information Age and Post-Colonial Africa.

Chemistry (1 Student License; includes 36 Lessons)

Part 1:

This is an introductory course in theories and concepts of modern chemistry. The patterns in chemistry will be presented as evidence of intelligent design. Topics will be presented to increase awareness and understanding of the role of chemistry in everyday life and environmental issues. The first semester emphasizes the physical properties of solids, liquids and gasses,  the atomic and molecular structure, the power of the periodic table and chemical bonding. The laboratory work will develop students’ reasoning power, the ability to apply chemical principles; as well as acquaint students with chemical laboratory techniques.

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Part 2:

The second semester of chemistry continues to increase awareness and understanding of the role of chemistry in everyday life with emphasis in nomenclature, various types of molecules, as well as calculating and balancing various types of chemical reactions. Students will use the periodic table and rules of chemistry to predict and balance various types of reactions. The laboratory work will continue to develop students’ reasoning power, the ability to apply chemical principles; as well as acquaint students with chemical laboratory techniques.

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Secondary Math III (a full year course)

The Secondary Math courses are a core curriculum grounded in problem-based content and practice standards to promote universal learning and accomplishment. Students acquire knowledge through performing mathematical operations, resolving issues in mathematical and real-world settings, and developing arguments using precise language. Students will learn using high-leverage routines that help them through the process of comprehending and connecting concepts and procedures. Completion of all three of these courses also satisfies all Pre-Calculus requirements. This enables these students to enroll in higher-level courses (for example, calculus) in their fourth year.

Ensign Peak Academy Secondary Math IIIcovers Sequences and Functions, Polynomials, Exponential Functions and Equations, Transformations of Functions, Circles, Trigonometric Functions, Statistical Inferences, Solid Geometry, Function Behavior, and trigonometric Identities and Inverses.

High School Studio Art (1 Student License; includes 18 Lessons)

Do you want to sample a variety of art materials and processes? Now is your chance. The Studio Art course allows experiences in the Elements and Principles of Art, through experimenting with and exploring a variety of art media and materials, including drawing, painting (acrylic and watercolor), three-dimensional art, printmaking and digital design. Students will be introduced to artists who exemplify concepts taught in this course. These explorations can lead to further art experiences.

 

High School Art Appreciation (1 Student License; includes 18 Lessons)

More than an art history class. We study the history of art, yes, but we also study different art mediums, the elements and principles of art, and how to most effectively enjoy an art museum experience. Come see how the Greeks did art. Get into the minds of the Renaissance artists. Find out what Contemporary Art is all about, and how we understand Abstract Art. As part of your assignment options, you will have the opportunity of making art of your own. Or, if you love research or writing, those options are available as well.

 

Career and College Prep (1 Student License; includes 18 Lessons)

This course presents thoughtfully selected strategies to help youth explore and compare options, and then analyze and plan for their future career. Students will be introduced to a broad array of career options. They will have the opportunity to consider how their personal preferences and values may align with specific career choices. This course provides guidance to help students identify and understand how to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for careers of interest, and to create a career prep financial plan. Students will learn about fulfilling career options in the trades. They will discover the many exciting opportunities found at Apprenticeship.gov and other alternatives to attending college.  This course includes an overview of CES schools and a review of other colleges that support Christians and honor the roots of American liberty. Students will analyze and rank criteria for selecting a college, learn about the application process, understand transcripts and how to prepare for the ACT and SAT exams. Recommendations will be provided for how to apply for scholarships. Students will learn how to plan for independent living, gain valuable study skills, learn how to apply for a job, tips on how to start a new job and valuable workplace skills to help them succeed in any career. The lessons encourage youth to seek guidance from the Holy Spirit, parents and trusted advisors as they prepare for their future career.