English Language Arts 20-1 is a course which is intended for students who demonstrate strength in their use of language and their understanding of print and non-print texts. Emphasis in this course is on literature studies. This course prepares students for English 30-1, which is intended for students who wish to enroll in degree programs at post-secondary institutions following graduation.
English Language Arts 20-2 is a course which is designed to concentrate on the development of language arts’ strategies and skills to strengthen student use of language and understanding of text. The focus in this course is on verbal and non-verbal communication skills. This course augments a learner’s competence in the five basic areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing with an emphasis on understanding and producing writing in common formats such as essays, summaries, and business letters. Students will edit and revise writing, study short stories, drama, poetry, non-fiction, novels, film and media. This course prepares students for the English Language Arts 30-2 course which is intended for students who wish to enroll in a diploma or certificate program at a post-secondary institution or who wish to enter the labour force following graduation.