English Language Arts
Composition 10
English Studies 12
English Language Arts 8
Literary Studies 10
Composition 11
New Media 10
Creative Writing 11
Creative Writing 10
English Language Arts 9
Literary Studies 11
New Media 11
Creative Writing and Literary Studies 10 Combination Course
Creative Writing and New Media 10 Combination Course
Composition and Literary Studies 10 Combination Course
Composition and New Media 10 Combination Course
2 Credits
Composition 10
A grade 10 English Language Arts course for those who prefer to read and write for information.
Have you ever overheard a discussion on a great classic novel, full of layers and lessons and ambiguous interpretations and thought to yourself, “What could be worse?”
Do you find that the majority of your reading is articles on people, history, newspapers, blogs or other real-life literature? Do you prefer realism to fantasy?
Composition 10 is a unique course designed for those who prefer to read for information, rather than imagination. It will challenge you to think critically, creatively and collaboratively while learning to compose essays, satirical works, blogs, and advertisements in a way that is honouring to God by developing integrity through learning proper citation methods and digital citizenship.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Assignments, Projects
Resources:2 plays, one essay, and a variety of online texts
Time for Completion:45-55 hours
4 Credits
English Studies 12
A grade 12 English Language Arts course to explore ideas and perspectives through stories, poetry, articles, blogs, news stories and pictures.
You read every day. What’s more, you’ll likely continue to read every single day for the rest of your life, even if it’s only the label on a box of cereal. Language is all around us, there’s no escaping it, and to master life, you’ll need to master language. That means getting good at reading books and blogs, articles and manuals, but language doesn’t end with the printed word. We read the colourful logos on products, the nightly TV news, photographs, Facebook feeds and feature films. These media and more compete for our hearts and minds. They want to tell us who we are, what is important, and what is true.
We need not be frightened by the onslaught, but it is useful to remember that when language leapt off the page and onto the screen, it didn’t change that much. The same literacy skills that helped past generations navigate their media landscapes will serve you too: Identify purpose and theme. Be aware of how media creators manipulate words, images and ideas. Spot bias and falsehood. Explore the big ideas between the lines, reflect on worldview. Harness the power of language for your projects and passions. This course is all about honing your literacy smarts so that you can be a critical and engaged member of the Christian community and society at large.
The course concludes with a project exploring Reconciliation in Canada.
Pre-requisite:Any English Language Arts 11
Grading Scheme:Outside Reading, Assignments, Novel Study, Research Project
Resources:A variety of short texts | Two novels
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
English Language Arts 8
An English 8 course for students who are starting their online learning journey with the goal to continue developing their English language skills.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 7
Grading Scheme:Grammar, Minor Assignments, Major Assignments
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:70-90 hours
2 Credits
Literary Studies 10
An English 10 course that explores the wonderful world of literature.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:SLAM, Book Club, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:50-60 hours
4 Credits
Composition 11
A grade 11 English Language Arts course for those who prefer to read and write for information.
Pre-requisite:4 credits of English Language Arts 10
Grading Scheme:Literary Terms, Outside Reading, Research Paper, Assignments, Formative Assessments, Projects
Resources:Variety of materials including the novel Fatty Legs
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
2 Credits
New Media 10
An English 10 course with a digital focus, combining the best of both written and alternative texts in fun and creative ways.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:50-60 hours
4 Credits
Creative Writing 11
A grade 11 English Language Arts course for those with a passion for sharing stories through song, poetry, plays, and novels.
Pre-requisite:4 credits of English Language Arts 10
Grading Scheme:Formative Assessment, Outside Reading, Module Activities, Oral Presentations, Creative Writing, Peer and Self, Assessments, Final Writing Project
Resources:Novels, short stories, online material
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
2 Credits
Creative Writing 10
A grade 10 English Language Arts course for those who desire to develop creative writing skills through a variety of genres culminating in the start of a novel.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Major Projects, Minor Assignments, Formative Assessments
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:55-60 hours
English Language Arts 9
An English 9 that offers the perfect step up from Gr. 8, helping students strengthen and refine core English language skills.
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 8
Grading Scheme:Grammar, Minor Assignments, Major Assignments
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:70-90 hours
4 Credits
Literary Studies 11
A grade 11 English Language Arts course for those who enjoy reading and analyzing stories and novels.
Pre-requisite:4 credits of English Language Arts 10
Grading Scheme:Formative Assessments, Outside Reading, Book Club, Literary Terms, Big Projects, Final Project
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
4 Credits
New Media 11
A grade 11 English Language Arts course for those who prefer to analyze and create a variety of digital media from photos to movies.
Pre-requisite:4 credits of English Language Arts 10
Grading Scheme:Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
4 Credits
Creative Writing and Literary Studies 10 Combination Course
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Major Projects, Minor Assignments, Formative Assessments
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
4 Credits
Creative Writing and New Media 10 Combination Course
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
4 Credits
Composition and Literary Studies 10 Combination Course
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
4 Credits
Composition and New Media 10 Combination Course
Pre-requisite:English Language Arts 9
Grading Scheme:Small Assignments, Big Assignments, Outside Reading, Formative Assessments, Course Evaluations
Resources:Variety of materials
Time for Completion:90-110 hours
