Its aim is to help students become successful English language learners who can: 

use English to communicate effectively in a variety of social settings; 

use English to achieve academically in all subject areas; take charge of their own learning, independently and in groups; 

select and use effective learning strategies;

 integrate confidently into mainstream courses; 

use English effectively to advocate for themselves in all areas of their lives; 

make a successful transition to their chosen post secondary destination (work, apprenticeship, college, university); 

function effectively in a society increasingly committed to the use of information technology; 

use critical-literacy and critical-thinking skills to interpret the world around them; 

participate fully in the social, economic, political, and cultural life of their communities and of Canada.

English as a Second Language ESL Level 5
Gary Maize

English as a Second Language ESL Level 5

This course provides students with the skills and strategies they need to make the transition to college and university preparation courses in English and other secondary school disciplines. Students will be encouraged to develop independence in a range of
academic tasks. They will participate in debates and lead classroom workshops; read and interpret literary works and academic texts; write essays, narratives, and reports; and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively. Students will
further develop their ability to respond critically to print and media texts.

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ESLCO | Level 3 English as a Second Language
Iris LiuGary Maize

ESLCO | Level 3 English as a Second Language

This course further extends students’ skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English for a variety of everyday and academic purposes. Students will make short classroom oral presentations; read a variety of adapted and original texts in English; and write using a variety of text forms. As well, students will expand their academic vocabulary and their study skills to facilitate their transition to the mainstream school program. This course also introduces students to the rights and responsibilities inherent in Canadian citizenship, and to a variety of current Canadian issues.

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English as a Second Language, Level 2
Gary Maize

English as a Second Language, Level 2

This course extends students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in English for everyday and academic purposes. Students will participate in conversations in structured situations on a variety of familiar and new topics; read a variety of texts designed or adapted for English language learners; expand their knowledge of English grammatical structures and sentence patterns; and link English sentences to compose paragraphs. The course also supports students’ continuing adaptation to the Ontario school system by expanding their knowledge of diversity in their new province and country.

Prerequisite： None

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English Literacy Development ELD Level 2

English Literacy Development ELD Level 2

This course is intended for English language learners who have had limited access to schooling and thus have gaps in their first-language literacy skills. Students will use their developing listening and speaking skills to communicate in English for a variety of purposes; develop reading strategies to understand a variety of simple texts; produce simple forms of writing; apply increasing knowledge of English grammatical structures in speaking and writing; expand their vocabulary; and develop fundamental study skills. The course will also provide opportunities for students to become familiar with and use school and community resources and to build their knowledge of Canada and diversity.

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English as a Second Language, Level 3
Gary Maize

English as a Second Language, Level 3

This course further extends students’ skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in English for a variety of everyday and academic purposes. Students will make short classroom oral presentations; read a variety of adapted and original texts in English; and write using a variety of text forms. As well, students will expand their academic vocabulary and their study skills to facilitate their transition to the mainstream school program. This course also introduces students to the rights and responsibilities inherent in Canadian citizenship, and to a variety of current Canadian issues.

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English as a Second Language, Level 4
Gary Maize

English as a Second Language, Level 4

This course prepares students to use English with increasing fluency and accuracy in classroom and social situations and to participate in Canadian society as informed citizens. Students will develop the oral-presentation, reading, and writing skills required for success in all school subjects. They will extend listening and speaking skills through participation in discussions and seminars; study and interpret a variety of grade-level texts; write narratives, articles, and summaries in English; and respond critically to a variety of print and media texts.

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English Literacy Development ELD Level 5
Gary Maize

English Literacy Development ELD Level 5

This course provides students with skills and strategies that will allow them to continue their education successfully and pursue pathways to employment that may involve apprenticeship and/or cooperative education programs. Students will communicate orally and in writing on a variety of topics; perform a variety of independent reading and writing tasks; interpret and create media texts; and use a range of media and community resources. This course also expands the critical thinking skills students will need in order to contribute to Canadian society as informed citizens.

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