Literacy Foundations and English

Our Continuing Education program includes Literacy Foundations curriculum levels 3–7, and English 10, 11, and 12. The program is designed for students to gain experience in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and to become proficient in English. Students benefit from the support, peer interaction, and teacher contact offered in this face-to-face learning environment.

Courses have an academic focus and provide students with the skills and credits required to attend post-secondary universities or colleges.

English and Literacy Foundations courses are offered during four quarters between September and June, with students attending classes in the morning, Monday to Friday.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS     


LITERACY FOUNDATIONS 3      (MENFC10)

Level 3 is a non credit English course for students who speak, read and write in English at an introductory level and who can perform daily tasks in English. Students will speak in grammatically correct sentences, read short stories and mini-novels, write simple paragraphs, and revise their writing with assistance. Pre-requisite: English assessment or successful completion of Literacy Foundations 2.


LITERACY FOUNDATIONS 4      (MENFD10)

Level 4 is a non credit English course for students who are ready to build upon their English skills. Students will read and analyze short stories, mini-novels and informational texts, discuss and support opinions, and write longer narrative, descriptive and expository paragraphs. Students will use consistent verb tenses and grammar in their writing and begin to independently revise and edit their writing. Pre-requisite: English assessment or successful completion of Literacy Foundations 3.


LITERACY FOUNDATIONS  5     (MENFE10)

Level 5 is a non credit English course for students who speak, read and write in English at an intermediate level. Students will sustain conversations in English, read and analyze fiction and non-fiction texts, and write in-depth narratives, descriptive and expository pieces. Students will independently revise their writing and apply all verb tenses effectively. Pre-requisite: English assessment or successful completion of Literacy Foundations 4.

LITERACY FOUNDATIONS  6     (MENFF10)

Level 6 is a non credit English course for students who are preparing to enter Literacy Foundations 7. Students will engage in complex oral discussions and writing, read a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts, write meaningful personal, informational, and imaginative texts, and revise, edit and publish writing that incorporates elements of style and form. Pre-requisite: English assessment or successful completion of Literacy Foundations 5.

LITERACY FOUNDATIONS 7 (MENFG10)

Level 7 is a non credit English course for students who are preparing to transition to the academic Grade 10 credit course. Students will engage in complex oral discussions and create engaging presentations. Writing skills will focus on revising, editing and publishing narrative, descriptive and informational texts. Students will also read and respond critically to a variety of fiction and non-fiction resources. Pre-requisite: english assessment or successful completion of Literacy Foundations 6.

ENGLISH 10      (MEN10)

The English 10 Course is an academic English program intended for students whose objective is to complete English 11 and English 12. This course is designed to develop aural, spoken, and written English skills through the study of short stories, non-fiction, poetry, and novels. Students will have opportunities to identify and use literary devices, write personal responses and essays, and respond critically to a variety of texts. Emphasis is placed on content, form style, and conventions in writing, personal connections to text, collaborative work, and presentation skills. This course has a Provincial exam worth 20% of the total mark.


ENGLISH 11     (MEN11)

The English 11 course is designed to further extend aural, spoken, and written English skills through the study of short stories, non-fiction, poetry, plays, and novels. Building on critical thinking, writing, and analysis skills introduced in English 10, students will have an opportunity to expand their comprehension and writing skills and learn to write descriptive, expository, narrative, and persuasive pieces with a focus on both content and conventions. Personal response, collaborative work, and presentation skills will be emphasized in the program.


ENGLISH 12  (MEN12)

The English 12 course is designed to refine writing and comprehension skills learned in English 10 and 11. With its focus on cultivating crucial thinking skills through the interpretation of poetry and prose, the course prepares students for future post-secondary curriculum. In addition, students will gain skills to assist in their lives outside of school by improving reading comprehension and writing skills. Students will analyze a range of challenging texts from various time periods, countries and cultures; write analytical and argumentative essays, and apply key concepts to analyze media works. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in discussion and argument. This course has a Provincial exam worth 40% of the total mark.

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