Philosophy

In accordance with the school's stated mission, The English Department of Eyüboğlu High School aims to help each student develop communication skills to the fullest potential by providing a curriculum geared to enhance listening, speaking, reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Emphasis is also placed on developing the self-esteem and confidence of our students so that they become independent learners. We also believe that we must provide a nurturing, friendly environment in order to enhance learning, to promote the open exchange of ideas, and to allow the students to feel comfortable enough to discuss their problems with learning.

Objectives

• To develop grammatical accuracy through the four skills

• To enable students to express themselves fluently and accurately in various situations in written and spoken English

• To encourage and develop a lifelong appreciation for and the habit of independent reading

• To develop an understanding of the writing process

• To build a strong foundation in reading and writing and study skills through the use of challenging learning materials

• To develop critical-thinking skills, both written and oral

• To develop skills in research

• To encourage the use of technology in the classroom to challenge and stimulate students' interest, imagination, and independent reading

• To provide a safe and supportive learning community in the classroom which ensures respect for student and teacher

• To enhance the self-esteem and confidence of our students

• To enhance students' personal and cultural development through the use of varied reading selections

• To nurture a positive attitude and a sense of value and respect towards different cultures

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT CULTURE POLICY
STUDENTS WHO GRADUATE FROM EYÜBOĞLU HIGH SCHOOL

.  have general knowledge on those countries of which the official or native language is English.

.  have developed knowledge about and can compare with their own culture the music, art, literature, trends, traditions, religions, national and religious feasts of the countries that are mentioned in the studied works of literature such as India, USA, UK, Africa, etc.

.  have researched and discussed the causes and consequences of the occurrences that are mentioned in the studied works of literature (such as the World Wars, the economic crisis in the USA, American civil war, racial discrimination, etc.) so that they could develop a better understanding of the books that they have read.

.  have knowledge on and read works from renowned authors (such as John Steinbeck, Roald Dahl, George Orwell, Lois Lowry).

.  have read fiction including contemporary poetry (in thematic connection with the studied novel or play), contemporary plays, novels originally written in English by authors from a range of cultures (such as Chandra, Holes, Animal Farm, etc.), Roman and Greek mythology, contemporary stories about a range of cultures written by various authors, Roman, Greek and Latin American fables (Hummingbird, etc.), haikus and letters about a variety of subjects. The students graduate also having read non-fiction materials such as articles on social and economic issues, essays, biographies and autobiographies.

.  have read at least two award-winning books (such as Holes and Number the Stars which are Newberry Medal winners).

.  know the genres and their characteristics as well as use them (story, report, article, etc.).

.  have read at least two novels each year and at least two plays throughout their English language education.

.  have participated in panel discussions and debates conducted in English.

.  have watched TV channels broadcasting in English as well as films, documentaries, competitions, etc. in English.