ENGL 60 English - Provincial Level is for students to upgrade their English skills. Students will develop academic English reading, writing, research, critical thinking and communications skills through studying Canadian literature. Various works of short fiction, poetry, plays and a novel are explored through discussion and analysis, while academic essay skills are developed throughout the course.
Upon completion of this course, students are prepared for academic post-secondary studies. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma.
Notes:
See the ABE Articulation Handbook 2021/22 Edition at https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/past-abe-guides/
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 128 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4 |
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| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 4.5 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Analyze literature critically and creatively
- Demonstrate understanding of various forms of literature
- Use a writing process approach to write essays
- Effectively write literary analyses
- Effectively evaluate, summarize and paraphrase written material
- Use a variety of strategies and resources to complete research
- Write a research paper that meets basic academic standards
- Interact effectively in discussions and presentations
Teaching and Learning Approach
Upgrading courses at Selkirk College build upon students’ life, education, and cultural experiences to develop
subject-specific knowledge, awareness, practical skills, and study skills. The learning outcomes listed in this
outline form the foundation of the course, and how thoroughly a student meets these outcomes determines their
success. Course content integrates problem solving and critical thinking, while developing effective
communication skills for the discipline and level. This course further enables students to meet the Program
Outcomes for Academic Upgrading.Learning Resources
Required:
Van Drom, A. (2019. Literary horizons: Analysis and Essay Writing. Montreal, PQ: Pearson ERPI.
One of the following novels:
Choy, W. (1995). The jade peony. Vancouver, BC: Douglas & McIntyre.
Kogawa, J. (1981). Obasan. Toronto, ON: Anchor Books.
Wagamese, R. (2012). Indian horse. Toronto, ON: Harper Perrenial CanadaDetailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Course Introduction
2. Introduction to Literary Analysis
3. Short Story Analysis Writing a Literary Essay
4. Revising Literary Essays
5. Introduction to Poetry
6. Song & Spoken Word Analysis Giving a Presentation
7. Presentations
8. Review Exam Prep
9. Drama
10. Writing a Literary Review
11. Novel Study
12. Introduction to Research
13. Research Documentation
14. Giving Presentation
15. Final ExamAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Assignments | 1, 2, 8 | 40% |
| Essays | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 | 30% |
| Midterm | 1, 2, 4, 5 | 15% |
| Final | 1, 2, 4, 5, 7 | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic Upgrading Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
| 85-89 |
A |
| 80-84 |
A- |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
| 72-75 |
B |
| 68-71 |
B- |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
| 60-63 |
C |
| 55-59 |
C- |
| 50-54 |
P |
| Non-completion or unsatisfactory performance |
NCG
No Credit Granted |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.