EN: LITERARY STUDIES 11          

Prerequisite: English Language Arts 10

Literary Studies 11 allows students to delve deeply into literature in addition to exploring the core competencies. Students can explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works (fiction and non-fiction) in a variety of media. Students are encouraged to read appreciatively and critically in a variety of forms and are expected to develop higher-level thinking and learning skills.  They will enhance their development of both the receptive and expressive curricular competencies for English Language Arts. Students will increase their literacy skills through close reading of appropriately challenging and culturally diverse texts.  Students will expand their development as educated global citizens and broaden their understanding of themselves and the world .

 

EN: INCENTIVE LITERARY STUDIES 11

Required: Accepted into the Incentive Program (Incentive section on page 15).

Exploration of literary themes will provide impetus for discussion, critical thinking, and a variety of writing.  Students will explore a variety of writing forms, such as, narrative, expository, descriptive, persuasive, and opinion pieces.  The issue of style and language manipulation will be at the forefront of writing for specific audiences and specific disciplines.  While working on inquiry, students will cite sources, consider the credibility of evidence, and evaluate the quality and reliability of the source.  

 

EN: ENGLISH STUDIES 12           

Prerequisite: Literary Studies 11 or Incentive Literary Studies 11

The required English Studies 12 course builds on and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA and EFP 10 and 11 courses. It is designed for all students and provides them with opportunities to refine their ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts and to achieve their personal and career goals.  Students will think critically and creatively about the uses of language while exploring texts from a variety of sources, in multiple modes, and that reflect diverse worldviews. Students are expected to contribute to Reconciliation by building greater understanding of the knowledge and perspectives of First Peoples and appreciate the importance of self-representation through text.  Ultimately, students will deepen their understanding of themselves and others in a changing world as they gain insight into the diverse factors that shape identity.

 

EN:  English First Peoples 12 

Prerequisite: Literary Studies 11 or Incentive Literary Studies 11

English First Peoples 12 builds upon and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA courses. The course is grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning and will delve deeply into the Frist Peoples’ oral and written literature.  It is designed for all students to think critically and creatively as they continue to explore, extend, and strengthen their own writing.  Within a supportive community, students work individually and collaboratively to explore oral and written literature and create powerful, purposeful compositions.  Furthermore, through the study of authentic Indigenous text students will be able to: 

• extend their capacity to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts

• deepen their understanding of themselves and insights into key aspects of Canada’s past, present, and future as related to First Peoples

• expand their understanding of what it means to be educated Canadian and global citizens

 

This course meets the new graduation requirement to have 4 credits in both an Indigenous Focused course, and the English Language Arts 12 requirement for all students graduating in B.C after September 2023. 

 

 

EN: LITERARY STUDIES 12

Prerequisite: Literary Studies 11 or Incentive Literary Studies 11

This course allows students to delve more deeply into literature through increasingly complex texts. Students can explore specific themes, periods, authors, or areas of the world through literary works (fiction and non-fiction) in a variety of media. Giving students the choice of a range of literary topics allows them to follow their passion and at the same time increase their literacy skills through close reading of appropriately challenging texts. Students will be able to enhance their development of the English Language Arts curricular competencies, both expressive and receptive. In addition, students continue to hone their development as educated global citizens.

 

EN: CREATIVE WRITING 12

Prerequisite: Literary Studies 11 or Incentive Literary Studies 11

This course is designed for students who are interested in creating a body of work reflective of a sophisticated breadth and depth of skill. The course provides students with opportunities to specialize and publish in real-world contexts. Students engage in the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories, in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes, celebrating successes. Students will refine their ability to write in complex, controlled styles with effectiveness and impact.