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English: Understanding Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices, Grade 11
Workplace Preparation NBE3E
This course explores themes, forms, and stylistic elements of literary, informational, graphic, oral, cultural, and media texts emerging from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures in Canada, as well as some texts that relate to those cultures. In order to better understand contemporary texts, students will explore connections between traditional and contem- porary text forms and cultural and community aspects of identity, relationships, and self-determination, sovereignty, or self-governance. Students will also create oral, written, and media texts focusing on the development of literacy, communication, and critical thinking skills necessary for success in the workplace and daily life. The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 English workplace preparation course.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied, or the Grade 10 locally developed compulsory credit (LDCC) course in English
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