English First Peoples 12
English First Peoples 12 Course Overview
Big Ideas
The exploration of text and story deepens understanding of one’s identity, others, and the world.
Oral and other texts are socially, culturally, geographically, and historically constructed.
Voice is powerful and evocative.
First Peoples texts and stories provide insight into key aspects of Canada’s past, present, and future.
Self-representation through authentic First Peoples text is a means to foster justice.
First Peoples voices and texts play a role within the process
of Reconciliation.
From: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/english-language-arts/12/english-first-peoples
Introduction
English First Peoples 12 focuses on Indigenous texts and provides opportunities for students to reflect on their learning using the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Throughout the course, we will focus on short stories, the novel April Raintree (2016), poetry, and oral stories. Students are encouraged to think beyond the surface of these texts, as we try to find meaning and the importance of sharing these stories. They will finish the course with an inquiry research essay regarding Indigenous issues and a reflection on their process.
Where Does This Course Fit?
- Prerequisite: Completion of any Grade 11 English Language Arts course
- Graduation Status: One of the Grade 12 English Language Arts options required for graduation
Course Materials
- All materials for this course can be found online.
- A paperback copy of the course novel is available in VLN book room.
Brief Outline
Unit | Description |
1 | First Peoples Short Stories |
2 | First Peoples Novel Study: April Raintree |
3 | First Peoples Poetry |
4 | First Peoples Oral Stories |
5 | Inquiry Research Essay |
Assessment Percentage Breakdown
Assessment Type | Percentage of the Course |
Assignments, Discussions & Reflections | 50% |
Midterm exam | 25% |
Final exam | 25% |
You have up to a year to complete your course.