| English |
| Compulsory Courses |
| English - Academic |
ENG1D. |
| This
course is designed to develop the oral communication, reading, writing,
and media literacy skills that students need for success in their
secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives. Students
will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical periods,
interpret informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on the
use of strategies that contribute to effective communication. The course
is intended to prepare students for the Grade 10 academic English
course, which leads to university or college preparation courses in
Grades 11 and 12. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Academic |
GRADE: 9 |
| English - Essential |
ENG1L. |
| This
course prepares students for Grade 10 Locally-developed English
(ENG2L). It provides foundational literacy and communication skills to
students for success in their daily lives and in the workplace. The
course is organized by strands that develop listening and talking
skills, reading and viewing skills, and writing skills. In all strands,
the focus is on developing foundational literacy skills and in using
language clearly and accurately in a variety of authentic contexts.
Students reflect regularly upon their growth in these areas. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Locally Developed |
GRADE: 9 |
| English - Applied |
ENG1P. |
| This
course is designed to develop the key oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills students need for success in
secondary school and daily life. Students will read, interpret, and
create a variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts. An
important focus will be on identifying and using appropriate strategies
and processes to improve students’ comprehension of texts and to help
them communicate clearly and effectively. The course is intended to
prepare students for the Grade 10 applied English course, which leads to
college or workplace preparation courses in Grades 11 and 12 |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Applied |
GRADE: 9 |
| English |
ENG2D. |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives.
Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical
periods, interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts, and
create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An
important focus will be on the selective use of strategies that
contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to
prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college
preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Academic |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| HPA English |
ENG2D2 |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives.
Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical
periods, interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts, and
create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An
important focus will be on the selective use of strategies that
contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to
prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college
preparation course. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Academic |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| English - Essential |
ENG2L. |
| In
this course, students focus on extending their literacy and
communication skills to prepare for success in their daily lives, in the
workplace, in the English Grade 11 Workplace Preparation course
(ENG3E), or in the English Contemporary Aboriginal Voices, Grade 11
Workplace Preparation course (NBE3E). The course is organized by strands
that extend listening and talking skills, reading and viewing skills,
and writing skills. In all strands, the focus is on refining
foundational literacy skills and in using language clearly and
accurately in a variety of authentic contexts. Students reflect
regularly on their growth in these areas. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Locally Developed |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied or ENG1L. - English - Essential |
| English - Applied |
ENG2P. |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
secondary school and daily life. Students will study and create a
variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts. An important
focus will be on the consolidation of strategies and processes that help
students interpret texts and communicate clearly and effectively. This
course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11
college or workplace preparation course |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Applied |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3C. |
| This
course focuses on themes, forms, and styles of literary, informational,
and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit authors in Canada.
They will study changes in use of text forms by Aboriginal authors over
time when expressing themes of identity, relationships, and sovereignty
in the 21st century. Students will create oral, written, and media texts
to explore their own ideas and understanding focusing on the
development of literacy, communication, critical and creative thinking
skills necessary for success in practical and academic life. The course
is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 college
preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3E. |
| This
course focuses on content, forms, and style of literary, informational,
and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit authors in Canada.
They will investigate the connections between text forms and audiences
on themes such as identity, culture, community, relationships, and
sovereignty in the 21st century. Students will create oral, written, and
media focusing on using language for practical and workplace purposes.
The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12
workplace preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Workplace |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2L. - English - Essential or ENG1L. - English - Essential or ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3U. |
| The
NBE course explores a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts to
introduce students to key themes, forms, and styles of First Nations,
Metis and Inuit cultures in Canada. Texts in the course include short
stories, novels, podcasts, films, and graphic texts that guide students
toward an understanding of Reconciliation. Additionally, students are
introduced to key literary theories and skills which will enhance their
studies in the grade 12 courses. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
NBE3U2 |
| This
course focuses on themes, forms, and stylistic elements of a range of
literary, informational, and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and
Inuit authors in Canada. They will analyze changes in use of text forms
by Aboriginal authors over time periods and within cultures when
expressing themes of identity, relationships, and sovereignty in the
21st century. Students will create oral, written, and media texts to
explore their own ideas and understanding focusing on the development of
literacy, communication, critical and creative thinking skills
necessary for success in academic and daily life. The course is intended
to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 university preparation
course. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English - College Preparation |
ENG4C. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life Students will analyse a variety of informational and
graphic texts, as well as literary texts from various countries and
cultures, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of
forms for practical and academic purposes. An important focus will be on
using language with precision and clarity and developing greater
control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students for
college or the workplace. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3C. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - Workplace Preparation |
ENG4E. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in the
workplace and in daily life. Students will analyse informational,
graphic, and literary texts and create oral, written, and media texts in
a variety of forms for workplace-related and practical purposes. An
important focus will be on using language accurately and organizing
ideas and information coherently. The course is intended to prepare
students for the workplace and active citizenship |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Workplace |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3C. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3E. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - University Preparation |
ENG4U. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confi dently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace
regions of Canada, and will respond personally, critically, and
creatively to them |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| HPA English |
ENG4U2 |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace
regions of Canada, and will respond personally, critically, and
creatively to them. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - Advanced Placement |
ENG4UR |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English |
| English - Essential |
ENG1L. |
| This
course prepares students for Grade 10 Locally-developed English
(ENG2L). It provides foundational literacy and communication skills to
students for success in their daily lives and in the workplace. The
course is organized by strands that develop listening and talking
skills, reading and viewing skills, and writing skills. In all strands,
the focus is on developing foundational literacy skills and in using
language clearly and accurately in a variety of authentic contexts.
Students reflect regularly upon their growth in these areas. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Locally Developed |
GRADE: 9 |
| English |
ENG2D. |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives.
Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical
periods, interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts, and
create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An
important focus will be on the selective use of strategies that
contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to
prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college
preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Academic |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| HPA English |
ENG2D2 |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives.
Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical
periods, interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts, and
create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An
important focus will be on the selective use of strategies that
contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to
prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college
preparation course. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Academic |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| English - Essential |
ENG2L. |
| In
this course, students focus on extending their literacy and
communication skills to prepare for success in their daily lives, in the
workplace, in the English Grade 11 Workplace Preparation course
(ENG3E), or in the English Contemporary Aboriginal Voices, Grade 11
Workplace Preparation course (NBE3E). The course is organized by strands
that extend listening and talking skills, reading and viewing skills,
and writing skills. In all strands, the focus is on refining
foundational literacy skills and in using language clearly and
accurately in a variety of authentic contexts. Students reflect
regularly on their growth in these areas. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Locally Developed |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied or ENG1L. - English - Essential |
| English - Applied |
ENG2P. |
| This
course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading,
writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in
secondary school and daily life. Students will study and create a
variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts. An important
focus will be on the consolidation of strategies and processes that help
students interpret texts and communicate clearly and effectively. This
course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11
college or workplace preparation course |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Applied |
GRADE: 10 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG1D. - English - Academic or ENG1P. - English - Applied |
| Media Studies |
EMS3O. |
| EMS3O
explores the knowledge and skills that will help you understand
twenty-first century media, including how media plays an important role
in our society and reflects both realistic and flawed perceptions of our
world. The course will also help you become a critical consumer of
media - for example, analysing the messages advertisements send us - and
become a responsible media creator yourself - for example,
understanding how an audience might interpret the messages you send over
social media. Ultimately, you'll have the opportunity to develop
critical thinking skills, make aesthetic and ethical judgments of media,
and develop your skills in viewing, representing, listening, speaking,
reading, and writing. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2L. - English - Essential or ENG2D2 - HPA English or ENG2D. - English or ENG2DW - (online interest) English |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3C. |
| This
course focuses on themes, forms, and styles of literary, informational,
and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit authors in Canada.
They will study changes in use of text forms by Aboriginal authors over
time when expressing themes of identity, relationships, and sovereignty
in the 21st century. Students will create oral, written, and media texts
to explore their own ideas and understanding focusing on the
development of literacy, communication, critical and creative thinking
skills necessary for success in practical and academic life. The course
is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 college
preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3E. |
| This
course focuses on content, forms, and style of literary, informational,
and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit authors in Canada.
They will investigate the connections between text forms and audiences
on themes such as identity, culture, community, relationships, and
sovereignty in the 21st century. Students will create oral, written, and
media focusing on using language for practical and workplace purposes.
The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12
workplace preparation course. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Workplace |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2L. - English - Essential or ENG1L. - English - Essential or ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices |
NBE3U. |
| The
NBE course explores a variety of fiction and non-fiction texts to
introduce students to key themes, forms, and styles of First Nations,
Metis and Inuit cultures in Canada. Texts in the course include short
stories, novels, podcasts, films, and graphic texts that guide students
toward an understanding of Reconciliation. Additionally, students are
introduced to key literary theories and skills which will enhance their
studies in the grade 12 courses. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
NBE3U2 |
| This
course focuses on themes, forms, and stylistic elements of a range of
literary, informational, and graphic texts of First Nation, Métis, and
Inuit authors in Canada. They will analyze changes in use of text forms
by Aboriginal authors over time periods and within cultures when
expressing themes of identity, relationships, and sovereignty in the
21st century. Students will create oral, written, and media texts to
explore their own ideas and understanding focusing on the development of
literacy, communication, critical and creative thinking skills
necessary for success in academic and daily life. The course is intended
to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 university preparation
course. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2D. - English or ENG2D2 - HPA English |
| English - College Preparation |
ENG4C. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life Students will analyse a variety of informational and
graphic texts, as well as literary texts from various countries and
cultures, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of
forms for practical and academic purposes. An important focus will be on
using language with precision and clarity and developing greater
control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students for
college or the workplace. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: College |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3C. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - Workplace Preparation |
ENG4E. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in the
workplace and in daily life. Students will analyse informational,
graphic, and literary texts and create oral, written, and media texts in
a variety of forms for workplace-related and practical purposes. An
important focus will be on using language accurately and organizing
ideas and information coherently. The course is intended to prepare
students for the workplace and active citizenship |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Workplace |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3C. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3E. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - University Preparation |
ENG4U. |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confi dently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace
regions of Canada, and will respond personally, critically, and
creatively to them |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| HPA English |
ENG4U2 |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace
regions of Canada, and will respond personally, critically, and
creatively to them. |
| COURSE NOTE:
THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS IN THE HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETES
PROGRAM. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THIS COURSE AND ARE NOT IN HPA, YOU WILL BE
AUTOMATICALLY REMOVED FROM THE COURSE. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| English - Advanced Placement |
ENG4UR |
| This
course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and
critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. Students will analyse a range of challenging literary
texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and
evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and
media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using
academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading
strategies best suited to particular texts and particular purposes for
reading, and developing greater control in writing. The course is
intended to prepare students for university, college, or the workplace. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| The Writer's Craft |
EWC4U. |
| Writer’s
Craft is a creative writing course in which we play with language every
day (along with funny hats, accents, art, objects that made weird
sounds, videos, and so much more!) This class will teach you techniques
of effective and engaging writing that you can apply to all aspects of
your high school and post-secondary life. You will explore various
genres and styles of writing, read interesting examples by other
writers, and explore different aspects of the writing profession. The
writing process will teach you how to find creative ideas, how to plan,
write and revise your work, and how to collaborate with peers.
Experiment with imagery, narrative, stream of consciousness and
analytical writing; throughout the course you will be able to write a
memoir, micro-fiction, poem, magazine profile article, rant, and a
monologue. End the course with a culminating product that synthesizes
all of your skills, which may turn you into a famous writer some day! |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |
| Optional Courses |
| Media Studies |
EMS3O. |
| EMS3O
explores the knowledge and skills that will help you understand
twenty-first century media, including how media plays an important role
in our society and reflects both realistic and flawed perceptions of our
world. The course will also help you become a critical consumer of
media - for example, analysing the messages advertisements send us - and
become a responsible media creator yourself - for example,
understanding how an audience might interpret the messages you send over
social media. Ultimately, you'll have the opportunity to develop
critical thinking skills, make aesthetic and ethical judgments of media,
and develop your skills in viewing, representing, listening, speaking,
reading, and writing. |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: Open |
GRADE: 11 |
| PREREQUISITE: ENG2P. - English - Applied or ENG2L. - English - Essential or ENG2D2 - HPA English or ENG2D. - English or ENG2DW - (online interest) English |
| The Writer's Craft |
EWC4U. |
| Writer’s
Craft is a creative writing course in which we play with language every
day (along with funny hats, accents, art, objects that made weird
sounds, videos, and so much more!) This class will teach you techniques
of effective and engaging writing that you can apply to all aspects of
your high school and post-secondary life. You will explore various
genres and styles of writing, read interesting examples by other
writers, and explore different aspects of the writing profession. The
writing process will teach you how to find creative ideas, how to plan,
write and revise your work, and how to collaborate with peers.
Experiment with imagery, narrative, stream of consciousness and
analytical writing; throughout the course you will be able to write a
memoir, micro-fiction, poem, magazine profile article, rant, and a
monologue. End the course with a culminating product that synthesizes
all of your skills, which may turn you into a famous writer some day! |
| CREDIT: 1 |
TYPE: University |
GRADE: 12 |
| PREREQUISITE: NBE3U. - English: Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices or NBE3U2 - HPA English: Contemporary Aboriginal Voices |