ENGL-060 - Literature and Composition -
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Course Details
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This Provincial level course is a grade 12 equivalent focusing on various essay types including an introduction to the research essay. Elements of literature are also discussed. Students who have completed provincial level work will have the skills necessary to enter many academic, vocational, career, and technological programs. Topics will include critical and creative thinking, speaking and listening, reading, research and referencing, and written communication.
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Part of the:ACADEMIC/CAREER PREPARATION DepartmentContinuing Education DepartmentDevelopmental Studies Department
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Available/Required in the following Programs:College Readiness - Qualifying CoursesCollege Readiness - BC Adult Graduation Diploma Completion Plan
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Course offered:Spring 2024 (January - April)Fall 2024 (September - December)Spring 2025 (January - April)
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Prerequisites : ENGL 050, English 11, instructor permission or, advisor assessed equivalent.
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
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Office Hours:
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1.5 per week.
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Contact Hours:
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75
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%.
Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
Critical and Creative Thinking
Literature and Technical
recognize tone, including irony and understatement in poetry, short stories, drama or writing for technical and professional purposes;evaluate argument for validity, reliability, currency and objectivity;recognize structural elements associated with particular standard formats for literary or technical and professional communications; anddemonstrate an awareness and understanding of the power of language in literary or in technical and professional communications; the importance of word choice and organization in furthering the problem solving process (initiating, developing and organizing thought); and the influence of communication formats on language choices and usage.
Speaking and Listening
Literature, Technical and Essential
interact effectively in formal or informal situations;adjust speaking style to suit audience, purpose, and situation; anduse effective presentation aids (e.g. diagrams, line drawings, overheads) to enhance communications.
Literature and Technical
deliver a research-based oral presentation to inform or persuade and respond effectively to feedback;give and respond effectively to feedback during oral presentations; anddemonstrate a critical understanding of arguments.
Reading, Research and Reference
Literature, Technical and Essential
evaluate the effectiveness of one’s own and others’ written material (literary, technical, business, or informational) using criteria that include the following:
- plain language
- coherence and organization
- consistency in the application of usage conventions
- relevance to argument of supporting evidence and examples
- appropriateness to intended purpose and audience
- attention to detail;
summarize, make inferences, draw conclusions and critically evaluate;paraphrase main ideas in written material;distinguish between implicit and explicit messages;apply prior knowledge and experience to assist understanding of new material;use a variety of strategies and sources to gather and evaluate information, including print; andsources, library resources and the internet.
Literature and Technical
evaluate the influences, writing style and background of particular authors in order to understand their writings.
Technical
read and analyze the content, purpose and organization of a variety of written material used in workplace and
professional situations (e.g. letters, memos, email, reports, proposals); and
interpret technical and professional information conveyed in graphic and other non- verbal ways.
Written Communication
Literature and Technical
apply a writing process approach (pre-write, draft, revise, edit);produce work that demonstrates effective organization, support (eg. examples, evidence) and sentence structure;gather, evaluate, synthesize, and organize information into a research paper or report of approximately 1500 words using an appropriate documentation style ( e.g. APA, MLA or Chicago);understand and avoid plagiarism; andproduce writing on demand (e.g. business writing, essays, exams).
Technical
create a variety of effective technical and professional documents; and recognize and use language specific to technical and professional writing.
Technical and Essential
gather information and organize it into functional writing assignments, for example, simple reports, letters and memos;edit own work fully for coherence and accuracy;monitor spelling, grammar, mechanics and syntax using appropriate techniques and resources as required, including electronic technology;write effectively, adjusting for audience, purpose and situation to inform, persuade, and interact in formal and informal situations; andorganize information and ideas to clarify thinking and achieve desired effect.
Cooperative Communication
Literature, Technical and Essential
describe the value and limitations of collaborative work;collaborate and consult effectively with others in completing communications tasks through means that include:
- interacting confidently;
- assuming responsibility for roles in teams;
- respecting and promoting respect for the contributions of other team members;
- demonstrating a commitment to the team and to project goals;
employ advanced problem-solving skills in cooperative communication activities (e.g. cooperative team development of business proposal);use a variety of resources and technologies when working with others; andevaluate group processes and individual roles in and contributions to group processes.
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Text and Materials:
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Biays et alAlong These Lines. 2010. Toronto, Pearson.Moore, C. Coyote Blue 1994. New york, Simon & SchusterMaroski, L.E. The One That is Both 2007. Bloomington, IN. iUniverse.Maroski, L.E. Playbook: The One That is Both 2007. Bloomington, IN. iUniverse.King, T. Ed. All My Relations 1990. Toronto. McClelland & Stewart.
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Other Resources:
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A dictionary of current English.
Instructor handouts will be provided.
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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Education Council approved October 29, 2014.
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Current Course Offerings:| | | ENGL-060-01 | | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | | | | ENGL-060-01 | | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | | T,TH | 1:00PM - 3:30PM | 04 Sep 2024 | 18 Dec 2024 | | | | ENGL-060-01 | | Days | Time | Start Date | End Date | | T,TH | 1:00PM - 3:30PM | 06 Jan 2025 | 17 Apr 2025 |
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