What+makes+an+A?

What does an A look like in my class?

Anyone can perform a multiple guess on the tests and quizzes typically associated with an English Literature course, so it would seem that getting an 'A' is E. A. S. Y.. But wait, what does an 'A' actually mean?

Aren't you tired of putting countless hours in study, agonizing over unfamiliar terms, reading the monstrous texts, that are over 1000 pages each, until you're bleary-eyed, losing sleep because you had a game, and didn't get to study until late before a test, only to walk in the class and go eney meany, miney, mo to a scantron that has five possible choices: a, b, c, d, e. It's almost like the minute after all the presents are opened on Christmas morning, and you wonder if there is anything else?

Wouldn't you like to know that every effort that you make in class is relevant and counts towards your final grade? It does. In fact, without investing time and involvement in more than the test day, you can not earn an 'A' in this class. Perhaps you don't test well, but you are gifted in other ways. The key to being successful in any class, is to own your learning. No one else will be able to do that for you. Make up your mind to give a sincere effort in this class and you will find that you will get more than an 'A', you will gain knowledge that will help you to gain confidence as you tackle other challenges in your life.

I look forward to walking on this journey with you as we explore American Literature using 21st Century skills.