This is an advanced, college-level class that meets international standards of performance. In this challenging course, students will expand analytic and composition skills. Course content includes prose non-fiction, including essay and oratory; drama; poetry; and fiction from IB prescribed lists. The significance of historic and

other cultural influences on literature will be explored. College-level analytical reading, essay composition, and use of rhetorical devices

in presentations and writing are emphasized. Critical thinking, close reading, literary analysis, and persuasive writing will focus on elements

of purpose, audience, argumentation, and style. Development of presentation skills and essay revision skills in preparation for IB/AP oral and written assessments is emphasized. Summer and extensive outside reading are required for this course.