Last Update: November 1, 2008
Critical Thinking Through Language Arts and Film

Full Year Course offered 2008-09

Tutor Name: Mrs. Danielle Lee  
Target Group: 10th - 12th Grades  
Class Size Limit: none  
Prerequisite: none
Class Type: Full Year - this course is offered alternating years.  It will not be offered 2009-10.  

Class Description:

New, more in-depth material!  
The goal of this course is to challenge students to think for themselves in a course that relates critical thinking to real life. Critical thinking enriches our lives as we learn to use our minds to derive meaning from what we read and view. Students will learn to evaluate the media’s messages and values through a Judeo-Christian worldview as we study a variety of mediums: literature, poetry, short stories, news, advertising, and film.

This course will teach students how to read for meaning and comprehension; how to identify symbolism, metaphor and allegory in the medium; and how to perform interpretive, but supported meanings. We will use a variety of materials to illustrate metaphor, symbolism, allegory, worldview, fact vs. opinion, absolute truth, direct vs. indirect claims, and persuasion vs. propaganda. The coursework focuses on reading, writing, research, and critical thinking activities, as well as application and creative presentation of ideas.

Total Due:
     $190.00 per semester 
Tutor compiled course materials are included. No additional text is needed by students. Students must provide consumables such as paper and pens/pencils. 
Payment Options: $190.00 due with Registration per semester - paid in full per semester at the time of registration.  
Payable to: Olive Press, Inc.
 

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