High school English Language Arts (ELA) is more than reading and writing. ELA involves:
communicating effectively in various places for many different audiences and reasons
selecting appropriate forms, structures and technology for a variety of contexts
understanding, appreciating and creating a broad range of texts (including multi-media,
visual, oral, and print)
Credits: The following ELA courses are 5 credits.
Prerequisites:
50% minimum is required to progress to the next level in a sequence
see Appendix B for details about transfers between course sequences
Important | Some schools have separate English classes in which English Language
Learners develop language abilities and background cultural knowledge while learning
course content, skills and strategies.
Diploma Path | -1 and -2 Course Sequences
ELA10-1, 20-1, 30-1
engage with Canadian and international print and multi-media texts
emphasize literary analysis to develop critical thinking skills
develop strong comprehensive and communication skills for university and many postsecondary programs (entrance requirements for post-secondary institutions vary; be
sure to check their websites)
ELA 10-2, 20-2, 30-2
engage with a wide range of texts and some literary analysis
develop your communication skills through practical, creative and persuasive writing
and representing
prepare you for some post-secondary education programs (entrance requirements for
post-secondary institutions vary; be sure to check their websites)
Important | English 20-2 meets requirements Certificate of High School Achievement
requirements
Certificate of High School Achievement Path | -4 Course Sequence
ELA 10-4, 20-4, 30-4
build language skills and learn additional reading and writing strategies for success
emphasize practical applications that support your understanding, communication, and
other occupational skills
prepare for the world of work or further training that may not involve post-secondary
Important | written consent and a learning plan are required to register in each -4
Knowledge and Employability (K&E) course