ST. EDMUND CAMPION CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL
ENGLISH/ELL DEPARTMENT
COURSE NAME:
COURSE CODE:
LEVEL:
PREREQUISITE:
Grade 12 English
ETS 4U1
University
ENG 3U1
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is for students with a special interest in literature and literary criticism. It emphasizes consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and
communication skills in preparation for the demands of post-secondary education. Students will analyze a range of challenging multicultural texts
by various authors reflective of various countries and cultures, write analytical and argumentative essays, analyze the depiction of various
cultures in the media, and complete an extensive research paper and project for their culminating task. Through the study of multicultural
literature students should gain an understanding and appreciation for the social, political, religious issues facing a variety of cultures and realize
at the same time how all cultures interconnect. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and
confidently in discussion and argument. Opportunities to express one’s knowledge will be provided through a wide variety of oral, written and
creative forms. It is imperative that students be prepared on a daily basis, work independently and organize your time effectively.
HOW THIS COURSE SUPPORTS THE ONTARIO CATHOLIC SCHOOL GRADUATE EXPECTATIONS
The primary goal of Catholic education is to educate for life and to facilitate young people to become discerning believers who demonstrate a
Catholic openness and a commitment to social justice. Education in the Catholic school system nurtures the vision that the glory of God is
realized when each person is able to reach his/her potential while acknowledging human weakness and limitations as creations of God.
Subsequently, this course encourages students to find and value their own voice through the integration of a variety of literature, media and
communication. The Grade 12 curriculum is another stage in the students’ journey towards completing the Catholic Graduate Expectations and
their lifelong partnerships with God.
COURSE CONTENT
Unit Title
Unit 1
Approx. Hrs.
The Immigration Experience: Expectations vs. Reality and Contributions of Canadian Immigrants
15
Short Stories, Poems, Articles, Research and Presentation Ten Marks and a Train Ticket
Unit 2
World and European Mythology: Common Archetypes across Cultures
20
Creation, Morality, and Adventure Myths, and a variety of essays to examine common philosophical and religious
beliefs
Unit 3
Novel Study: The Kite runner and/or A Blade of Grass
25
Unit 4
Shakespearean Drama: Julius Caesar
25
Unit 5
Non-Fiction/ Media Studies: Portrayal of Cultures in the Media (Film) and Gender Oppression
10
Native Issues: Who Will Tell My Brother and/or Alternatives
Grammar Skills and Writing Process: Improving Written Work & Language Usage
Ongoing
Culminating Activity: Research and Presentation with Essay
Ongoing
Final Examination: Sight Passage and Essay
Resources
Texts are property of St. Edmund Campion
Secondary School and the Board of
Education. All resources assigned to
students are the responsibility of the
student. Students are expected to return
texts to their teachers in the condition which
they were received. Damaged and/or lost
texts must be replaced through payment in
cash to the teacher, or by debit/credit card in
the main office. Payment must be received
before additional resources are given to
the student.
Signed:
Date:
2
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION
An effective program in English will include a balance of assessment for learning and assessment of
learning tasks.
Evaluation Structure:
Knowledge/Understanding
20%
Thinking
30%
Communication
30%
Application
20%
Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product in a balanced manner with
respect to the four categories.
Please refer to the list of expectations for policies regarding late and missing
assignments as outlined in the student agenda.
Ongoing Assessment and Evaluation
70%
Culminating Activity (10%) and Final Exam (20%)
30%
A student whose achievement is below 50% at the end of a course will not obtain a credit for the
course.
EVALUATION POLICY
Students will assessed and evaluated using a variety of methods to measure process work, final products, skills displayed, critical literacy, and
metacognition. Tests, quizzes, assignments, presentations, cooperative learning activities and other methods of evaluation will be used at the
teacher's discretion. Students who do not submit assignments or do not participate in activities may not provide sufficient data for assessment
and evaluation of Ministry Expectations and therefore, will not gain their credit. Please refer to the list of expectations for policies regarding
late and missing assignments as outlined in the student agenda.
BELOW 50%
LEVEL 1:
LEVEL 2:
LEVEL 3:
LEVEL 4:
CATEGORY
50-59%
60-69%
70-79%
80-100%
INSUFFICIENT
A PASSABLE
A MODERATE
A HIGH LEVEL
A VERY HIGH
KNOWLEDGE/UNDERSTANDING
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
KNOWLEDGE OF CONTENT (TEXT FORMS, LITERARY
TERMINOLOGY, ELEMENTS OF STYLE, THEORIES)
UNDERSTANDING OF CONTENT (CONCEPTS, IDEAS,
FACTS, THEMES) AND ITS SIGNIFICANCE
ACHIEVEMENT
OF CURRICULUM
EXPECTATIONS.
THINKING


LEVEL OF
ACHIEVEMENT.
ACHIEVEMENT
IS BELOW THE
PROVINCIAL
STANDARD.
THE USE OF CRITICAL AND CREATIVE SKILLS, PLANNING
SKILLS, AND PROCESSING SKILLS
INTERPRETATION, ANALYSIS, PROBLEM SOLVING,
CREATIVITY, CRITICAL LITERACY, RESEARCH,
ORGANIZATION, AND INFERENCE
LEVEL OF
ACHIEVEMENT.
ACHIEVEMENT
IS BELOW, BUT
APPROACHING
THE
PROVINCIAL
STANDARD.
OF
ACHIEVEMENT.
ACHIEVEMENT
IS AT THE
PROVINCIAL
STANDARD.
TO
OUTSTANDING
LEVEL OF
ACHIEVEMENT.
ACHIEVEMENT
IS ABOVE THE
PROVINCIAL
STANDARD.
COMMUNICATION

COMMUNICATING INFORMATION ORALLY AND IN WRITING
THROUGH VARIOUS FORMS

ORGANIZATION, USE OF APPROPRIATE CHOICE OF
LANGUAGE AND STYLE FOR AUDIENCE AND PURPOSE

GRAMMAR, LANGUAGE USAGE, SPELLING, PUNCTUATION


MAKING CONNECTIONS WITHIN AND BETWEEN CONTEXTS
(TO SELF, TO SCHOOL, TO WORLD, TO OTHER TEXTS)
APPLYING KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS IN FAMILIAR AND NEW
CONTEXTS
WRITING AND REWRITING (USE OF PROCESS)

APPLYING THEORIES, CONCEPTS AND TERMS
APPLICATION

CURRICULUM EXPECTATIONS AND STRANDS IN THE ENGLISH CURRICULUM
The expectations identified for each course describe the knowledge and skills that students are expected to develop and demonstrate. The
expectations for ETS 4U1 are organized into one broad area of learning: Studies in Literature. Taken together, the Overall and Specific
Expectations represent the mandated curriculum.
OVERALL EXPECTATION
1. Understanding Texts: read and demonstrate an understanding of a variety of literary texts from different countries, cultures, and historical
periods;
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
1.1 Variety of Texts
1.2 Reading with a Purpose
1.3 Using Reading Comprehension Strategies
OVERALL EXPECTATION
2. Analyzing Texts: respond to and analyze literary texts to develop and extend their understanding of how content, form and style in combination
communicate meaning and enhance a text’s effectiveness;
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
2.1 Responding to Texts
2.2 Exploring Background Information
2.3 Using Reading Comprehension Strategies
2.4 Text Forms
2.5 Elements of Style
OVERALL EXPECTATION
3. Critical Literacy: demonstrate an understanding that the perspective of the author, the reader, and the text all influence the reading experience;
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
3.1 The Author’s Perspective
3.2 Audience Perspectives
3.3 Perspectives in the Text
OVERALL EXPECTATION
4. Literary Criticism: use literary criticism to enhance their understanding of literature;
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
4.1 Understanding Literary Concepts and Terms
4.2 Applying Concepts
4.3 Researching and Evaluating Critical Interpretations
4.4 Assessing Peer Critical Responses
OVERALL EXPECTATION
5. The Role of Literature in Society: assess the importance of literature as a social and cultural force.
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
5.1 Fostering Social, Cultural and Political Awareness
5.2 Engaging the Intellect and Imagination
5.3 Promoting Personal and Social Change
5.4 Exploring Human Nature
5.5 Developing Personal Awareness