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ENGL 0999: Provincial English 12 Literature Online
Effective date
May 2021
Department
College & Career Access
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This course introduces students to a variety of Canadian/non-Canadian, classic and modern short stories. Students also read classic and modern poems and learn about poetic literary devices. Through these works, students learn to identify a variety of literary devices and elements, including symbol, theme, character, irony, historical context, and setting.
In addition, this course introduces students to classic and modern plays and/or films. Students also read a variety of Canadian/non-Canadian, classic and modern novels. Through these works, students learn about genres, codes and conventions, tone and irony. Students learn how to write, research, and edit essays and paragraphs. Students also develop presentation and critical thinking skills.
Credits
8.0
Year of study
Grade 12 Equivalency
Prerequisites
English 11; or ENGL 0871; or ENSK 0826; or VCC Assessment scores of Reading 50, Grammar 40, Writing 0871; or equivalent.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Students will meet the learning outcomes for ABE Provincial level English (Literature) as stated in the most recent ABE Articulation Handbook: https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 192
Total Hours: 192
Total Hours: 192
Instructional Strategies
Self-paced online learning - one-to-one individualized instruction
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Assignments on short stories consisting of: analysis, writing response journals, annotating activities, on-demand writing, and a final essay |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Assignments on poetry consisting of: analysis, writing response journals, writing poetry, annotating poetry, and writing an on-demand essay |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Assignments on novels consisting of: written analysis, historical context, writing response journals, and writing a research essay with first and second drafts |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Assignments on films consisting of: written analysis, a presentation and an essay |
Course topics
- 1. Short story - Character - Setting - Theme - Symbol - Irony 2. Poetry - Poetic devices - Annotation 3. Film/Drama - Genres - Tone, irony, conventions - Oral presentations - Media Literacy 4. Novel - Genres - Literary terms (character, conflict, setting, imagery) - Research essay
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.