This course explores the themes, forms, and stylistic elements of a variety of literary,
informational, graphic, oral, cultural, and media text forms emerging from First Nations,
Métis, and Inuit cultures in Canada, and also examines the perspectives and influence of
texts that relate to those cultures. In order to fully understand contemporary text forms
and their themes of identity, relationship, and self-determination, sovereignty, or self-governance, students will analyze the changing use of text forms by Indigenous authors/
creators from various periods and cultures 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 university or college
preparation course.
Prerequisite: English, Grade 10, Academic