Course Description
This course is designed to extend the range of oral communication, reading, writing, and media literacy skills that students need for success in their secondary school academic programs and in their daily lives. Students will analyse literary texts from contemporary and historical periods, 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 the selective use of strategies that contribute to effective communication. This course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 11 university or college preparation course.
| ENG2D COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Unit # | Unit Name | Time Allocation |
| 1 | Animal Farm | 30 |
| 2 | Poetry | 20 |
| 3 | Othello | 30 |
| 4 | Media Studies | 20 |
| Final Assignment: I.S.U. & Exam | 10 | |
| Total Hours | 110 |
Resources
- Animal Farm
- Canadian Encyclopedia of Poetry
- Othello
- Moodle Website
FAQ
What is ENG2D?
ENG2D is a Grade 10 English course at an academic preparation level.