This document provides information for students taking Grade 10 Academic English. It introduces the teacher, Mrs. Douglas, and her favorite book and genre. It outlines plans to take literary journeys to Ancient Rome and Germany during World War 2. It also lists the course prerequisites, unit titles and times, assessment breakdown, attendance rules, and offers bonus marks for students who introduce the teacher to new educational technology.

1. Welcome to Grade 10 Academic English!Please take a seat at any of the desks.

2. Teacher: Mrs. DouglasFavourite Book: The Book ThiefFavourite Genre: Historical Fiction

3. We are about to take off on a grand adventure together. We are going to travel to Ancient Rome where pride destroys men, on a journey through Germany during World War 2, and I have many other exciting plans in store where we can visit many exciting places and meet several interesting characters.

4. But first, some housekeeping...Pre-requisite or Co-requisite: ENG1D1Unit Titles and Approximate Time per unit:

6. Assessment and Evaluation:70 % Term Assessment20% Reading and Literature Studies 20% Writing 20% Oral Communication 10 % Media30 % Final Summative Assessment20% Exam 10% Performance Task

7. AttendanceRule 1: Attend regularlyRule 2: Be preparedRule 3: The 3 minute ruleRule 4: Be responsibleRule 5: The detention room

9. A Bonus Opportunity!Just like students, teachers set goals for themselves at the beginning of each year. This year, my personal goal is to incorporate and learn more contemporary technology. So, if you think you know a new, fun, and exciting program that could be useful, introduce me to it. Make me a comprehensive, simple, "how to" guide and I will try it out. Bonus marks will be allotted for functionality, applicability, and originality.