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ENGLISH – UNIVERSITY

CODE:  ENG 4U1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, University – ENG 3U1

This course emphasizes consolidation of the literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life.  Students will analyze 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.  Optional Fee:  Students are given the option to purchase their grammar workbooks at a cost of $9.00.

 

 

ENGLISH – UNIVERSITY

CODE:  ENG4U2 (Advanced Placement)

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, University – ENG 3U1

This course emphasizes consolidation of the literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life.  Students will analyze 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.  Optional Fee:  Students are given the option to purchase their grammar workbooks at a cost of $9.00.  Students taking this course will be eligible to take the associated Advanced Placement exam in English.

 

 

STUDIES IN LITERATURE – UNIVERSITY

CODE:  ETS 4U1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, University – ENG 3U1

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.

 

 

THE WRITER’S CRAFT – UNIVERSITY – ENG 3U1

CODE:  EWC 4U1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, University

This course emphasizes knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing.  Students will analyze models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to produce a range of works; identify and use techniques required for specialized forms of writing; and identify effective ways to improve the quality of their writing.  They will also complete a major paper as part of a creative or analytical independent study project, and investigate opportunities for publication and for writing careers.

 

 

ENGLISH – COLLEGE

CODE:  ENG 4C1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, College or University – ENG 3C1 or ENG 3U1

This course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life.  Students will analyze 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.

 

 

THE WRITER’S CRAFT – COLLEGE

CODE:  EWC 4C1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, College or University – ENG 3C1 or ENG 3U1

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 of publication and for writing careers.

 

 

ENGLISH – WORKPLACE

CODE:  ENG 4E1

Prerequisite:  English, Grade 11, Workplace or College – ENG 3E1 or ENG 3L1

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 analyze 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.

 

 

YEARBOOK  - OPEN  & BUSINESS  LEADERSHIP:  MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS – UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE

CODE:  CODE:  BOH IDC  (2 Credits  - See page 38 for Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals description)

Prerequisite: Registration followed by an interview in March

This course focuses on journalism skills needed to produce a school yearbook.  This course emphasizes the development of practical skills and knowledge to solve problems, make decisions, create personal meaning, and present findings beyond the scope of a single subject or discipline.  Through individual and collaborative inquiry and research into contemporary issues, real-life situations, and careers, students will apply the principles and skills derived from the complementary subjects and disciplines studies, evaluate the reliability of information and examine how information technology can be used safely, effectively, and legally.  They will also learn how to select strategies to define problems, research alternative solutions, assess their thinking in reaching decisions, and adapt to change as they acquire new knowledge.

 

 

MEDIA STUDIES – OPEN

CODE:  IDC 4O2

Recommended Preparation:  EMS 3O1

This course combines the best of Media Studies with the Challenges of World issues.  Students will apply the principles and skills required of both subjects while utilizing information technology.  By examining a variety of media works, students will develop critical thinking and evaluation skills. Topics covered will include the following:  conflict, hunger, world politics, disease, and the environment.

 

 

LITERACY SKILLS:  READING AND WRITING – OPEN

CODE:  OLC 4O1

Prerequisite:  Interview with Guidance Counsellor

This course is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross-curricular literacy skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT).  Students who complete the course successfully will meet the provincial literacy requirements for graduation.  Students will read a variety of informational, narrative, and graphic texts and will produce a variety of forms of writing, including summaries, information paragraphs, opinion pieces, and news reports.  Students will also maintain and manage a portfolio containing a record of their reading experiences and samples of writing.