Middle School EEE Online Course Offerings

Classic Novels and Author Studies

Anna Osborn (JMS)

The Classic Novels mini-courses give students the opportunity to fully explore a large work of fiction or to be introduced to a celebrated author. Designed to stand alone or to be inserted into an existing Edgenuity course, each mini-course guides students through the work with lectures, web activities, journals, and homework/practice.

 

 

Students study the following novels: 1984, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Call of the Wild, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Heart of Darkness, Jane Eyre, Macbeth, Mrs. Dalloway, Portrait of the Artist, Robinson Crusoe, The House of Seven Gables, The Red Badge of Courage, and The Three Musketeers along with the following author studies: Jorge Luis Borges and Flannery O’Connor.

Creative Writing

David Graham (RBHS)

For many hundreds of years, literature has been one of the most important human art forms. It allows us to give voice to our emotions, create imaginary worlds, express ideas, and escape the confines of material reality. This course provides students with a solid grounding in the writing process, from finding inspiration to building a basic story to using complicated literary techniques.

Expository Reading and Writing

Katie Cox (BHS)

This elective English course is designed to develop critical reading and writing skills while preparing high school students to meet the demands of college-level work. The focus of this course will be on expository and persuasive texts and the analytical reading skills necessary for college success.

Gothic Literature--Monster Stories

Jim Meyer (RBHS)

From vampires to ghosts, these frightening stories have influenced fiction writers since the 18th century. This course will focus on the major themes found in Gothic literature and demonstrate how the core writing drivers produce a thrilling psychological environment. Students will gain an understanding of and an appreciation for the complex nature of dark fiction.

Introduction to Communication and Speech

Katie Cox (BHS)

Beginning with an introduction that builds student understanding of the elements, principles, and characteristics of human communication, this course offers fascinating insight into verbal and nonverbal messages and cultural and gender differences. The course concludes with units on informative and persuasive speeches, providing students with practical communication skills.

Mythology & Folklore: Legendary Tales

Jim Meyer (RBHS)

Mighty heroes. Angry gods and goddesses. Cunning animals. Since the first people gathered around fires, mythology and folklore have been used as a way to make sense of humankind and our world. This course explores the universality and social significance of myths and folklore, examining their use in shaping society today.

Journalism: Investigating the Truth

Jill Varns (RBHS)

This course teaches students how to write engaging news stories and features, conduct interviews, and understand the history and principles of journalism. Students will also learn about social media news and how to turn their writing, photography, and people skills into a rewarding career in journalism.