ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

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English Language Arts classes are dynamic courses that are filled with relevant themes and skills for the modern age. Our aim is to improve student literacy, and we focus on developing abilities, confidence, and competence across six key strands - READING, WRITING, SPEAKING, LISTENING, VIEWING, and REPRESENTING. Below are course thematic breakdowns to give you a sense of what to expect in ELA!

English Language Arts 10 (ELN10)

In this course, students will:

Build essential skills such as listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and representing.
Develop critical thinking, take ownership of their learning and reflect on their progress.
Grow in comprehending and responding, composing and creating, and assessing and reflecting.

English Language Arts 20 (ELA20)

Prerequisite: ELN10 or ELA10/ ELB10

This course will explore two main themes:

Starting Out (Beginning and Becoming) (sub-themes include: The Past and the Present; Triumphs and Trials; Discovery and Disillusionment; Relationships with Family and Others; and Celebrations and Rites of Passage)
Moving Forward (Establishing and Realizing) (sub-themes include: Turning Points and Transitions; Evolving Roles and Responsibilities; Opportunities and Obstacles; Risks and Rewards; and Beliefs and Goals)
BAND students choose non-semestered English 20 (ELA20-N)

English Language Arts 20 Enriched (ELA20E)

Prerequisite: ELN10 or ELA10/ ELB10

In this course, students will:

Engage in critical analysis of literature
Practice close reading, develop composition skills, and analyze prose, poetry, and drama

This course is intended for students who:

Enjoy ELA and intend to enroll in AP English Literature and Composition in Grade 12
Want to prepare for university and careers which require communication skills

Creative Writing 20 (ELW20)

Prerequisite: ELN10 or ELA10/ ELB10

In this course, students will:

Look at modern digital writing forms and journalistic topics
Learn the process of creating and sharing their own work, workshopping with peers and the teacher
Create a dossier of their original writings, including genres such as short stories, poetry, and plays

Media Studies 20 (ELM20)

Open to Grade 11 and 12 students

Prerequisite: ELN10 or ELA10/ ELB10

In this course, students will:

Be immersed in a thrilling exploration of some of the most famous films ever written while learning how to “read” and comprehend a variety of mass media
Elevate their understanding of what is seen on the screen in a course that is tailored for adventurous minds

Journalism 20 (ELJ20)

Prerequisite: ELN10 or ELA10/ ELB10

In this course, students will:

Develop critical media literacy skills by investigating local issues, conducting interviews, and crafting narratives that matter to your community
Work in teams to develop a student-run podcast series to learn about the podcast production process
Analyze ethical challenges in modern journalism, develop their voices as storytellers, and build a portfolio of writing

Creative Writing 30 (CRW30)

Recommended: ELW20

In this course, students will:

Explore digital writing, cultural voices, and journalism
Develop their creative thinking and writing skills, use the writing process to explore a variety of genres, and practice the techniques and exercises used by professional writers
Develop manuscripts, write weekly assignments, collaborate in writing workshops, attend public readings by published writers, and present work to classmates

English Language Arts 30A (ELA30)

Prerequisite: ELA20

This course will explore two main themes:

Canadian Perspectives (Distinct and Rich) (sub-themes include: Define the Individual, Negotiate the Community; Celebrate the Glorious, Acknowledge the Scandalous; Shift Centres, Blur Margins; and Understand Beliefs, Initiate Action)
Canadian Landscapes (Diverse and Dynamic) (sub-themes include: Natural and Constructed; Psychological and Physical; Historical and Contemporary; and Personal and Social)

English Language Arts 30B (ELB30)

Prerequisite: ELA20

This course will explore two main themes:

The Search for Self (sub-themes include: Sense of Self; Ideals; Joy and Inspiration; and Doubt and Fear)
The Social Experience (sub-themes include: Dealing with Universal Issues; Ambition, Power, and the Common Good; Social Criticism; and Addressing the Issues)

AP English Language Arts 30A/B (ELA30P/ELB30P)

Prerequisite: ELA20

It is highly recommended, but not required, that students have taken ELA20E

In this course, students will:

Engage in critical analysis of literature
Practise close reading, appreciate various styles of writing, develop composition skills, and analyze prose, poetry, and drama

This course is intended for students who:

Enjoy literature, writing, and deeper thinking
Want to prepare for university and careers which require communication skills (enrollment in both AP ELA 30A and 30B is highly recommended)
Want to earn a first-year university credit after successfully writing an international exam in May

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