Applied Communications teaches students communication skills—reading, writing, listening, speaking—concentrating on “real-world” applications. This course emphasizes the practical application of communication as a business tool in presentations, technical reports and manuals, as examples– business letters, resumes, and applications. This course also aims to assist students’ reading comprehension with a focus on informative and expository texts as a scaffold to informative and expository writing.
Student Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
What supplies do I need?
In English 11, you will need the following supplies:
1″ Binder
Spiral Notebook
Pencils and Pens
When can I get help?
I am available from 8:00-8:20 M, T, Th, F. I am also available during Advisory M, T, Th, F. If students need an additional appointment, they are welcome to schedule directly with me. Please send an email or teams message to make an appointment .
Why do we have to read?
The short answer is that this is an English class and we read. The real answer is that reading supports you in so many ways. Reading strengthens your vocabulary and writing skills. Reading also enhances your imagination and helps expand your knowledge base. Reading stimulates your brain by improving your memory and focus and boosting your mood.
What is your late policy?
In English 11, the late policy is as follows:
Assignments are due on the due date. Ample class time is given for each assignment. If the assignment is submitted late, the maximum points that can be earned is 66%. Late assignments will be accepted for a maximum of 5 school days. After that, a zero will be given.
Why is this so hard? I don’t understand!
The answer to this question is complicated, however, before you say you don’t understand or complain about how hard something is, try reading the directions again, ‘phoning a friend/neighbor’, looking over your notes, or simply taking a deep breath. Chances are we have covered the hard material and are practicing. Everyone starts somewhere.
Do we have a final in this class?
Currently, my final is only required if you are required to take finals through the school’s policy, so yes, there is a final. Finals information is always posted approximately two weeks in advance so that you can study and be prepared. The day of finals is not the time to ask if there is a final…
Seeking further clarification?
Please send an email to amanda.hinkle@k12.nd.us