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Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

Film as Literature I

UC A-G approved Film as Literature I course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person English Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective1 year required

Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.

Why This Matters for College Admission

G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.

What You'll Learn

Read and analyze a wide range of literary and informational texts

Write argumentative, analytical, and narrative essays with strong evidence

Study grammar, syntax, and rhetoric to improve written precision

Engage in Socratic seminars and evidence-based academic discussions

Research and synthesize information from multiple sources

Develop college-essay writing skills and standardized-test verbal strategies

Course Structure

Unit 1Weeks 1–4

Foundations & Context

  • Core vocabulary and concepts
  • Skill baseline assessment
Unit 2Weeks 5–9

Core Content

  • Primary content delivery
  • Applied practice activities
Unit 3Weeks 10–14

Application & Synthesis

  • Real-world application
  • Final project or exam prep

Lectures & Reviews

Curated YouTube videos for Film as Literature I

Hand-picked from credible educators — AP teachers, university lectures, and Khan Academy. Click a thumbnail to play in place; cookies are blocked until you click.

SpecialistOSU School of Writing, Literature and Film

"What is Literature?": A Literary Guide for English Students and Teachers

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SpecialistOSU School of Writing, Literature and Film

"What is a Genre?": A Literary Guide for English Students and Teachers

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SpecialistOSU School of Writing, Literature and Film

"What is Satire?": A Literary Guide for English Students and Teachers

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Crash CourseCrashCourse

What Is Theater? Crash Course Theater #1

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SpecialistEnglish Literature

David Copperfield by Charles Dickens full movie

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Crash CourseCrashCourse

Reader, it's Jane Eyre - Crash Course Literature 207

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Prerequisites & Requirements

Open to qualifying students in grades 9, 10, 11, 12; no prerequisites required

All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.

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