This course explores the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of literary, informational,
graphic, oral, cultural, and media text forms emerging from First Nations, Métis, and
Inuit cultures in Canada, and also looks at the perspectives and influences of texts that
relate to those cultures. In order to understand contemporary text forms and their themes
of identity, relationship, and self-determination, sovereignty, or self-governance, students
will study the use of text forms by Indigenous authors/creators from other periods in
expressing ideas related to these themes. Students will also create oral, written, and media
texts to explore their own ideas and understanding, focusing on the development of literacy,
communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic
and daily life. The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12
English college preparation course.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic or Applied