English II
The Acellus® English II course builds on foundational language skills by guiding students through a deeper exploration of literature and written expression. This course encourages critical thinking and helps students become more confident, analytical, and effective communicators.
Assessment: Lesson Practice, Unit Exams, Mid-Term Exam, Final Exam
Language: English
Course Overview
The Acellus English II course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of literature while strengthening their language and communication skills. Students engage with a range of texts, including novels, short stories, poetry, speeches, and informational pieces. They will study key literary elements such as theme, characterization, figurative language, and author’s purpose to understand how these contribute to meaning and impact.
The course emphasizes critical reading and writing skills, including vocabulary development, grammar, essay writing, and research techniques. It begins with an exploration of The Great Gatsby, where students apply active reading strategies and vocabulary analysis.Through this diverse selection of literature and skill-building activities, students enhance their reading, writing, and critical thinking abilities, gaining a deeper appreciation for language and its power in both literary and persuasive contexts.
Video-Based Lessons
These video based lesson are accessible and can be rewatched, making them a flexible learning option. Students can review the material whenever they need, which is helpful for reinforcing learning outside of classroom hours.
Interactive Practice Questions
These interactive practice problems offer an engaging, personalized, and effective way to learn, helping students deepen their knowledge, build confidence, and develop essential academic skills.
English II Worksheets – Included!
Special lessons provide students with engaging hands-on learning opportunities and help support parents in facilitating these lessons effectively by providing comprehensive parent resources.
English II Lesson Plans
By the end of the English II course, students will have developed a deeper understanding of literature and refined their language and communication skills. They will be able to analyze a variety of texts—ranging from novels and short stories to poetry, speeches, and informational pieces—by identifying key literary elements such as theme, characterization, figurative language, and author’s purpose. Students will apply active reading strategies, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen their grammar proficiency. Additionally, students will explore persuasive techniques and rhetorical strategies in influential texts like Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. Through this comprehensive study, students will enhance their critical thinking and communication abilities, preparing them to interpret and express ideas clearly across a range of literary and real-world contexts.
SCOPE AND SEQUENCE