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 |
From: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/english-language-arts/12/english-first-peoples
Introduction
English First Peoples 12 focuses on the novel In Search of April Raintree, as well as First Peoples poetry, short stories and folk-tales.
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 | Novel Study: In Search of April Raintree |
2 | First Peoples Poetry |
3 | First Peoples Short Stories |
4 | First Peoples Folk-tales |
Assessment Percentage Breakdown
Assessment Type | Percentage of the Course |
Assignments | 70% |
Midterm exam | 15% |
Final exam | 15% |
You have up to a year to complete your course.