English Language Development
Course Synopsis: The course is designed to continue to develop ELL students in the four main English language skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. It also encourages the viewing and representation of materials. The course focuses on developing strategies needed to read, write and extract information successfully in English, and addresses specific needs of students regarding language and culture. Throughout the course, students participate in authentic real-life situations. Stu
Goals and Rationale: Students come from a variety of cultural, linguistic and academic background. This course is designed for those students whose primary language is not Standard English and who may therefore require English Language Learning support, so they are better able to access the BC curriculum and to reach their full potential. This course will enable students to: • develop a basic level of language proficiency in receptive and expressive language: listening, speaking, reading, and
BIG IDEAS The acquisition of English Language and understanding of Canadian culture is essential to participation in Canadian society. Family, friends and social connections are essential supports in the community. Activities and routines in the Canadian culture are ongoing learning processes. Participating in the immediate community and contributing to society enrich our lives. Work life practices are embedded in the community, home, school, and society.
Recommended Instructional Components: • direct instruction • cooperative learning • computer-assisted learning • project learning • guided practice • oral presentations • Independent School study • writing portfolios