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This document provides an introduction and overview for a British Literature course. It discusses the goals of studying British Literature, including understanding the development of the English language and insights into modern problems from a historic perspective. It highlights experiencing new perspectives and unleashing the imagination through exploring themes in major works like heroes, political intrigue, and the growth and fall of empires. The document previews major works to be covered like Beowulf, Le Morte d'Arthur, Macbeth, and 1984. It outlines major assignments and expectations for success, including reading, contributing to discussions, meeting deadlines, and maintaining work ethic.

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Welcome to British Literature! with Mr. Paul
British Literature Abstract ¡ñAcademic British Literature exists to be a study of the advent of the English language and its application in literature from its birth (54 BC) to the modern era (2011 AD). ¡ñThis class is interested in the study of the English language, the study of prominent British authors and poets, the study of prominent British works of literature, and the study of the life, times, and conditions of Europe during this same progression of time. ¡ñThis class also emphasizes the development of grammar, writing, and vocabulary skills.
Why British Literature?
¡ñLanguage is our Greatest Tool! oPower to create oPower to destroy oPower to bind us oPower to free us ¡ñExperiencing a New Perspective oModern perspective is narrow oInsights into modern problems from a historic scope oUnderstanding our progress (and our regress) ¡ñBut, most importantly¡­
To Unleash our Imagination
¡ñThe heroes of old oMonsters and treasure oGlorious kings and knights oDamsels in distress ¡ñUnutterable dread and glorious joy oPoets that speak to man¡¯s darkest hours oPoets that celebrate the surreal beauty of life ¡ñThe growth and fall of empires oSpan of the English language oOppressive, futuristic dystopias oRage against the machine ¡ñPolitical Intrigue oDeceit and murder oGluttony and greed oHeroes of the people oPlight of the poor
British Literature Preview The Major Works
Beowulf ¡ñAnglo-Saxon hero ¡ñWar between good and evil ¡ñHeroes of might and magic ¡ñDragons, demons, witches, and more¡­
le Morted¡¯Arthur ¡ñThe greatest king of men ¡ñThe Arthur legend ¡ñKnights of the Round Table
Macbeth ¡ñGreatest playwright of all time ¡ñTale of treachery and the supernatural ¡ñWomen¡¯s deceit ¡ñAbsolute power
Frankenstein ¡ñFirst work of science fiction ¡ñFemale author ¡ñTerrifying consequences of knowledge
1984 ¡ñDystopian future ¡ñResult of World Wars ¡ñA world without emotion ¡ñA world without identity
Major Assignments
¡ñCompare/Contrast Paper o3-5 Page Character Comparison ¡ñOutside Reading Project oOutside Reading List oCorresponding Paper ¡ñResearch Paper o5-7 page Research Paper ¡ñPersuasive Speech o4-6 minute Persuasive Presentation oRequired Visual Aid
What Will it Take to Succeed? ¡ñReading is imperative oNightly Assignments oIn-class oTake notes! ¡ñContribute! oGroup work oDiscussions oExtra credit opportunities ¡ñWork Ethic oExpectations (Quality and Drive) oDeadlines oSelf-motivation
Expectations of the Teacher ¡ñConstant accessibility: opaulj1096@gmail.com (goes directly to my cell phone) ojohn.paul@donegal.k12.pa.us oAppointment scheduling ¡ñStudy groups or tutoring oSchedule with me oAvailability fluctuates ¡ñGenuine Drive oExpectations of myself oGoals of this semester oVision of the classroom
Final Housekeeping Items ¡ñInbox/Outbox Procedure ¡ñSign-out Procedure ¡ñColors and Numbers ¡ñElectronic Submittals (Paper Assignments) ¡ñSubstitute Teacher and Library Expectations ¡ñBlog Uses

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British Literature Introduction

  • 2. British Literature Abstract ¡ñAcademic British Literature exists to be a study of the advent of the English language and its application in literature from its birth (54 BC) to the modern era (2011 AD). ¡ñThis class is interested in the study of the English language, the study of prominent British authors and poets, the study of prominent British works of literature, and the study of the life, times, and conditions of Europe during this same progression of time. ¡ñThis class also emphasizes the development of grammar, writing, and vocabulary skills.
  • 4. ¡ñLanguage is our Greatest Tool! oPower to create oPower to destroy oPower to bind us oPower to free us ¡ñExperiencing a New Perspective oModern perspective is narrow oInsights into modern problems from a historic scope oUnderstanding our progress (and our regress) ¡ñBut, most importantly¡­
  • 6. ¡ñThe heroes of old oMonsters and treasure oGlorious kings and knights oDamsels in distress ¡ñUnutterable dread and glorious joy oPoets that speak to man¡¯s darkest hours oPoets that celebrate the surreal beauty of life ¡ñThe growth and fall of empires oSpan of the English language oOppressive, futuristic dystopias oRage against the machine ¡ñPolitical Intrigue oDeceit and murder oGluttony and greed oHeroes of the people oPlight of the poor
  • 8. Beowulf ¡ñAnglo-Saxon hero ¡ñWar between good and evil ¡ñHeroes of might and magic ¡ñDragons, demons, witches, and more¡­
  • 9. le Morted¡¯Arthur ¡ñThe greatest king of men ¡ñThe Arthur legend ¡ñKnights of the Round Table
  • 10. Macbeth ¡ñGreatest playwright of all time ¡ñTale of treachery and the supernatural ¡ñWomen¡¯s deceit ¡ñAbsolute power
  • 11. Frankenstein ¡ñFirst work of science fiction ¡ñFemale author ¡ñTerrifying consequences of knowledge
  • 12. 1984 ¡ñDystopian future ¡ñResult of World Wars ¡ñA world without emotion ¡ñA world without identity
  • 14. ¡ñCompare/Contrast Paper o3-5 Page Character Comparison ¡ñOutside Reading Project oOutside Reading List oCorresponding Paper ¡ñResearch Paper o5-7 page Research Paper ¡ñPersuasive Speech o4-6 minute Persuasive Presentation oRequired Visual Aid
  • 15. What Will it Take to Succeed? ¡ñReading is imperative oNightly Assignments oIn-class oTake notes! ¡ñContribute! oGroup work oDiscussions oExtra credit opportunities ¡ñWork Ethic oExpectations (Quality and Drive) oDeadlines oSelf-motivation
  • 16. Expectations of the Teacher ¡ñConstant accessibility: opaulj1096@gmail.com (goes directly to my cell phone) ojohn.paul@donegal.k12.pa.us oAppointment scheduling ¡ñStudy groups or tutoring oSchedule with me oAvailability fluctuates ¡ñGenuine Drive oExpectations of myself oGoals of this semester oVision of the classroom
  • 17. Final Housekeeping Items ¡ñInbox/Outbox Procedure ¡ñSign-out Procedure ¡ñColors and Numbers ¡ñElectronic Submittals (Paper Assignments) ¡ñSubstitute Teacher and Library Expectations ¡ñBlog Uses