This document provides an overview of the skills and expectations for an 11th grade English class. It discusses the following focus areas: mastery of language arts, learning and innovation skills, information and media technology skills, and life/career skills. Students will work collaboratively, research credible sources, use technology like blogs and presentations, and be respectful of diverse cultures and viewpoints. A key assignment involves students selecting a text to read, blogging about themes, writing a thesis-driven paper with peer feedback, and presenting their process.