Integrated English

Public Speaking

CTE Academy students have the opportunity to earn core content credit in the Integrated English program in addition to their CTE content course. Successful completion of the additional coursework will require a high level of student responsibility and motivation, as much of the work will be done on an individual basis. Students taking core content courses will also benefit from more flexibility in scheduling courses toward graduation.

Speech - LASA 3010

This course fulfills the Speech requirement. There may be some additional work required of the student outside the regular day such as research and speech preparation. All CTE students have the option to take Integrated Speech in addition to their CTE course. Students will earn the regular speech credit through CTE The course uses a combination of online learning and individualized speech coaching. As needed, students are provided with direct instruction. Students are responsible for self-manage assignments and presentations by using the online resources to practice and prepare their presentations. All presentations are given to the speech instructor using the CTE course as the basis for content. The instructor provides resources and feedback for the student to improve his/her oral communication skills.

Composition - LACA 3010

This course fulfills an English composition credit. Students will explore several writing forms including persuasive, compare/contrast, and informational writing. Additionally, CTE students also have the benefit of APA formatting instruction to prepare for secondary educational expectations. There will be some additional work required of the student outside the regular day such as research and composition writing. All CTE students have the option to take Integrated Composition in addition to their CTE course. Students will earn the regular composition credit through CTE. The course uses a combination of online learning and individualized instruction. Students are responsible for self-manage assignments and writings by using the online resources to practice and prepare their submissions. All writings are submitted to the composition instructor using the CTE course as the basis for content. The instructor provides resources and feedback for the student to improve his/her written communication skills.

College Prep English - LACA 4020

This course fulfills an English composition credit. Students will explore several writing forms including persuasive, compare/contrast, and informational writing. Additionally, CTE students also have the benefit of APA formatting instruction to prepare for secondary educational expectations. There will be some additional work required of the student outside the regular day such as research and composition writing. All CTE students have the option to take Integrated Composition in addition to their CTE course. Students will earn the regular composition credit through CTE. The course uses a combination of online learning and individualized instruction. Students are responsible for self-manage assignments and writings by using the online resources to practice and prepare their submissions. All writings are submitted to the composition instructor using the CTE course as the basis for content. The instructor provides resources and feedback for the student to improve his/her written communication skills.

Technical Reading and Writing - LACA 3020

This course counts as an English elective for graduation requirements. The course uses a combination of online learning and individualized instruction. This course works to build reading fluency skills, student success strategies, and skills related to the type of technical writing utilized in the professional world. Students are responsible for self-manage assignments and project work by using the online resources to practice and prepare their submissions. All products are submitted to the instructor using the CTE course as the basis for content. The instructor provides resources and feedback for the student in an effort to grow his/her skills.

Creative Writing - LACA 3040

This course is designed to develop student language and composition in a manner relevant to the student’s CTE course content. Emphasis is given to creativity, writing style, and presentation of written works for feedback.

Dorothea Mushaney

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