Welcome to Ms. Webb's HomepageCourse: American Literature - SyllabusAuthor Project OverviewThis year-long course explores significant works in American Literature, covering the genres of fiction, poetry, drama, and prose. It also focuses on developing a broader love of reading, writing, and thinking critically about texts and what they say about American traditions and culture. Special emphasis is placed on building effective writing and discussion skills as a foundation for further learning. Course: L.A. Noir Mystery Fiction - SyllabusThis semester course explores the multi-faceted culture of Los Angeles through the genre of mystery fiction. Students will take a closer look at literary works in which detectives roam as knight errants on familiar city streets, uncovering corruption, moral ambiguity and greed, but ultimately finding truth and redemption. With a review of historical events, crime stories and film noir, the course's literary journey combines classic tales with contemporary fiction, including works by women writers. Students will explore universal themes, archetypal characters and ethical challenges while discovering "whodunit" in this fascinating landscape. |