English
Grade 9

ENG 1D
ENGLISH - GRADE 9 - ACADEMIC
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes the analytical reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school academic programs and their daily lives. Students will study and interpret texts from contemporary and historical periods, including short stories, poems, and short essays, and will investigate and create media works. An important focus will be the correct and effective use of spoken and written language.

ENG 1P
ENGLISH - GRADE 9 - APPLIED
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes key reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school and their daily lives. Students will study plays, short stories, and newspaper and magazine articles, and will describe and create media works. An important focus will be the correct use of spoken and written language.

ENG 141
ENGLISH - GRADE 9 - ESSENTIAL
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes the key reading, writing, oral communication and thinking skills students need for success in secondary school and in their daily lives. Students read a variety of narrative and expository forms, poetry, and drama and practice the skills necessary for clear and accurate spoken and written language. In particular, course activities will help develop self-esteem and provide motivation to succeed in school and life.

English As A Second Language
Grade 9

ESL AO
ESL LEVEL 1, BEGINNING COMMUNICATION IN
ENGLISH GRADE 9 - OPEN
1.0 CREDIT
This course builds on students' education and language knowledge to introduce the English language and help students adjust to their new cultural environment. Students will develop the ability to use oral and written English fordaily needs, acquire basic conversation skills and vocabulary, and use simple sentence patterns. Students will also acquire basic orientation information related to their needs as newcomers to Canada.

ESL BO (Level 2)
ENGLISH IN DAILY LIFE
1.0 CREDIT
This course expands students' essential English communication skills and cultural knowledge and introduces the language of classroom studies. Students will develop oral classroom skills and reading strategies, expand their vocabulary, and use more complex sentence patterns. Students will also learn how to use some school and community resources.

ESL CO (Level 3)
ENGLISH FOR SCHOOL AND WORK
1.0 CREDIT
This course is designed to improve students' accuracy in using English in classroom situations, for personal and career planning, and to understand the changing world around them. Students will study and interpret a range of texts and produce a variety of forms of writing. Activities will also help students to develop their oral presentation skills and acquire study skills (such as note taking and summarizing skills-) that will enhance their ability to learn in all subjects.

ESL DO (Level 4)
ENGLISH STUDY SKILLS IN ENGLISH
1.0 CREDIT
This course prepares students to use English with increasing accuracy in most classroom and social situations and to participate in society as informed citizens. Students will develop the reading, writing, and oral presentation skills required for success in all subjects. Students will study and interpret a variety of grade-level texts with the teacher. guidance, develop oral communication skills through participation in informal debates and seminars, and extend their range of research skills.

ESL EO (Level 5)
BRIDGE TO ENGLISH
1.0 CREDIT
This course prepares students for secondary school English and other courses at the college and university preparation levels. Students will be encouraged to develop independence in reading literary works and academic texts, in using all stages of the writing process, and in applying learning strategies and research skills effectively. Students will also learn to respond critically to print and media works.

English
Grade 10

ENG 2D
ENGLISH - GRADE 10 - ACADEMIC
1.0 CREDIT
This course extends the range of analytic, reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in secondary school academic programs. Students will study and interpret challenging texts from contemporary and historical periods, including novels, poems, plays, and opinion pieces, and will analyze and create effective media works. An important focus will be the thoughtful use of spoken and written language.

ENG 2P
ENGLISH - GRADE 10 - APPLIED
1.0 CREDIT
This course extends the range of key reading, writing, oral communication, and thinking skills that students need for success in all areas of the curriculum. Students will study novels, poems, magazines, and reports, and will describe, design, and produce effective media works. An important focus will be the clear and coherent use of spoken and written language.

ENG 231
ENGLISH
1.0 CREDIT
This course is the appropriate placement for students who have completed ENG 141 in Grade 9. The course emphasizes practical reading skills, with a focus on current material from print media. The SQ3R technique for developing reading comprehension is reinforced. There is also an exploration of the theme of suffering through a holocaust unit. Writing skills are developed with a focus on sentence and paragraph structures.

English
Grade 11

ENG 3U
ENGLISH, GRADE 11, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will I analyze challenging texts from various periods; conduct research and analyze the information gathered; write persuasive and literary essays; and analyze the relationship among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on understanding the development of the English language.

ENG 3C
ENGLISH, GRADE 11, COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary works from Canada and other countries; write reports, correspondence, and persuasive essays; and analyze media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on establishing appropriate voice and using business and technical language with precision and clarity.

ENG 3E
ENGLISH, GRADE 11, WORKPLACE PREPARATI
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills, Students will study the content, form, and style of informational texts and literary works; write explanations, letters, and reports; and investigate the connections among media form, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on using language clearly, accurately, and effectively in a variety of contexts.

EMS 30
MEDIA STUDIES, GRADE 11, OPEN
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes knowledge and skills that will enable students to understand media communications in the twenty-first century and to use media effectively and responsively. Through analyzing the forms and messages of a variety of media works and audience responses to them, and through creating their own media works, students will develop critical thinking skills, aesthetic and ethical judgement, and skills in viewing, representing, listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

English
Grade 12

ENG 4U
ENGLISH, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will analyze a range of challenging texts from various time periods, countries, and cultures;' write analytical and argumentative essays and a major paper for an independent literary research project; 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.

ENG 4C
ENGLISH, GRADE 12, COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will analyze informational texts and literary works from various time periods, countries, and cultures; write research reports summaries, and short analytical essays; complete an independent study project; and analyze the interactions among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on establishing appropriate style and using business and technical language effectively.

ENG 4E
ENGLISH, GRADE 12, WORKPLACE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will study informational texts and literature from various countries and cultures; write summaries, reports, resumes, and short essays; complete an independent research project; and explain the connections among media forms, audiences, and media industry practices. An important focus will be on using specialized language related to the workplace accurately and coherently in appropriate contexts.

ETS 4U
STUDIES IN LITERATURE, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course is for students with a special interest in literature and literary criticism. The course may focus on themes, genres, time periods, or countries. Students will analyze a range of forms and stylistic elements of literary texts and respond personally, critically, and creatively to them. They will also assess critical interpretations, write analytical essays, and complete an independent study project.

EWC 4C
THE WRITER'S CRAFT, GRADE 12, COLLEGE PREPARATION
1.0 CREDIT
This course emphasizes knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing. Students will investigate models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to write a variety of works; and make considered decisions for improving the quality of their writing. They will also complete a creative or analytical independent study project and investigate opportunities for publication and for writing careers.