Short Summary
Class Information
Availability
This online course is available at any time. Students may complete the course at their own pace and advance to the next level of learning.
Description
This course satisfies the Language Arts requirements for 11th-grade students. It explores American literature as a context for learning, covering four major areas from the Common Core State Standards: (1) Reading literature, (2) Reading non-fiction, (3) Writing, and (4) Speaking and listening. In reading instruction, students focus on skills such as citing textual evidence, analyzing characters, determining themes or main ideas, and analyzing text structure and point of view. Writing opportunities emphasize argument, informative/explanatory, and narrative genres. Through a variety of discussion formats and digital media presentations, students develop their speaking and listening skills while actively engaging with the course material. (semester 1 of 2)
Neurodivergency Specializations and Accommodations
Onfire Learning online self-paced student-led courses for students with ADHD, giftedness, anxiety, dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and autism offer tailored accommodations:
• ADHD: Flexible schedules, chunked content, interactive activities, frequent breaks, and visual schedules.
• Gifted: Advanced curriculum, independent projects, enrichment programs, and differentiated instruction.
• Anxiety: Stress reduction techniques, supportive communication, flexible deadlines, and a calm learning environment.
• Dyslexia: Text-to-speech tools, dyslexia-friendly fonts, visual aids, and extended time.
• Auditory Processing: Captioned videos, transcripts, visual instructions, and quiet spaces.
• Autism: Structured learning, social skills training, sensory-friendly materials, visual supports, and personalized feedback.
General accommodations include individualized education plans, accessible technology, parental involvement, and trained educators, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning experience.