The following big ideas will be covered in English 9:
Language and story can be a source of creativity and joy.
Exploring stories and other texts helps us understand ourselves and make connections to others and the world.
People understand text differently depending on their worldviews and perspectives.
Texts are socially, culturally, and historically constructed.
Questions what we hear, read, and view contributes to our ability to be educated and engaged citizens.
English 10 consists of two 2 credit courses taught in a blended model.
All students will take First Peoples Writing and then have a choice of:
First Peoples Literary Studies
First Peoples Spoken Language
First Peoples New Media
****See below for descriptions of each 2 credit course.
The Big Ideas include:
The exploration of text and story deepens understanding of one’s identity, others, and the world.
Texts are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed.
First Peoples texts and stories provide insight into key aspects of Canada’s past, present, and future.
Self-representation through authentic First Peoples text is a means to foster justice.
First Peoples text plays a role within the process of Reconciliation.
** This course meets the indigenous focused graduation requirement.
The Big Ideas include:
The exploration of text and story deepens understanding of one’s identity, others, and the world.
Texts are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed.
Self-representation through authentic First Peoples text is a means to foster justice.
First Peoples texts play a role within the process of Reconciliation.
** This course meets the indigenous focused graduation requirement.
The Big Ideas include:
The exploration of text and story deepens understanding of one’s identity, others, and the world.
Texts are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed.
Self-representation through authentic First Peoples text is a means to foster justice.
Digital citizens have rights and responsibilities in an increasingly globalized society.
** This course meets the indigenous focused graduation requirement.
The Big Ideas include:
The exploration of oral text and story deepens understanding of one’s identity, others, and the world.
Voice is powerful and evocative.
Texts are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed.
First Peoples oral text plays a role within the process of Reconciliation.
** This course meets the indigenous focused graduation requirement.