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English, Grade 11, University (ENG3U)
Course Code: ENG3U
Course Type: University Preparation
Delivery Options Available: Online / In Class ( You can only choose one )
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic
$499.00
All course prices are in CAD – Canadian Dollars
Course Description For English, Grade 11, University (ENG3U)
This course emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyse challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures, as well as a range of informational and graphic texts, and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity and incorporating stylistic devices appropriately and effectively. The course is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 university or college preparation course.
Summary Of Units And Timelines For English, Grade 11, University (ENG3U)
Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. Please note that while the unit called “Scientific Investigation Skills and Career Exploration” is not listed below however the specific expectations listed in this unit are threaded and incorporated within the delivery and assessment of the other five units. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the ENG3U course profile.
| Unit | Title | Expectations Summary | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Short Stories / Writing Workshops | Develop diagnostic literacy skills through short stories, writing workshops, suspense, characterization, theme analysis, dialogue, memoir writing, MLA research skills, and creative written pieces. | 23 Hours |
| 2 | Exploration of Literary Connections / Poetry | Explore poetry from various periods and styles, analyze poetic language and devices, compare texts, create original poetry, and connect poetic techniques to media and advertising. | 22 Hours |
| 3 | Shakespeare Drama – Macbeth | Examine Shakespearean drama through Macbeth, including Gothic elements, ambition, tragedy, the supernatural, historical context, script development, and comparative literary essay writing. | 25 Hours |
| 4 | Novel Study – Lord of the Flies | Study Lord of the Flies by analyzing character motivation, consequences, symbolism, irony, parody, social context, literary devices, and reading strategies. | 25 Hours |
| 5 | The Culminating Unit: Pulling it all Together | Apply course skills through an independent novel study, portfolio, research process, theme exploration, oral report, media work, and final examination preparation. | 15 Hours |
| Total | Course Total | Total instructional time | 110 Hours |
What You Will Learn – Curriculum Expectations
Short fiction, theme, and writing craft
- Complete diagnostic activities in language, reading, writing, and media to identify strengths and areas for growth.
- Use imaginative dialogue to create suspense, develop character, and build plot.
- Analyze themes in short stories and compare poetry, songs, commentary, and other texts to understand form, style, and literary devices.
- Develop research skills, MLA bibliography style, short story outlines, and creative written pieces such as narrative, poem, memoir, non-fiction, or short story.
- Time: 23 Hours
Poetic language and literary connections
- Explore poetry from various periods in English literature and examine several poetic styles.
- Analyze how language and poetic devices are used in poetry and current media.
- Read and analyze poems in small groups with attention to poetic language, form, style, and devices.
- Create original poetry and advertisements based on famous poems while critically examining selected poems.
- Time: 22 Hours
Drama, tragedy, and Gothic elements
- Study Macbeth by examining Gothic elements such as good, humanity, the supernatural, and ambition.
- Analyze the relationship between human nature, the natural and supernatural world, and the nature of tragedy.
- Research the historical background of the play and the period in which it was written.
- Complete comparative and literary essay work and develop a script for a fictional banquet role.
- Time: 25 Hours
Novel analysis and literary devices
- Explore literary connections through the study of Lord of the Flies.
- Analyze characters, motivations, actions, and the consequences of choices.
- Examine language, social and cultural context, symbolism, parody, irony, and figurative language.
- Use note-making, note-taking, and reading strategies before, during, and after reading to improve comprehension and recall.
- Time: 25 Hours
Independent study and final application
- Apply the skills and insights developed throughout the course to an independently selected novel.
- Use models of analysis studied in earlier units to complete a portfolio and presentation.
- Prepare reader’s notes, a resource list, a final report, and a theme exploration.
- Present an oral report including a media work and prepare for a final examination using sight passages and common themes.
- Time: 15 Hours
How marks are calculated
- Knowledge & Understanding – 17.5%
- Thinking/Inquiry – 17.5%
- Application – 17.5%
- Communication – 17.5%
- Summative Evaluation – 10%
- Final Exam – 20%
Instructional approaches
- Direct Instruction
- Class Activity and Discussion
- Experiential Learning
- Small Group Discussion
- Individual or Group Research
- Teacher and Text-Based Modeling
- Use of Computers / Internet
- Silent and Group-Based Reading
- Independent Work
- Presentations
- Brainstorming
- Team/Independent Problem Solving
- Independent Study Unit
Learning materials
- Lord of the Flies
- Macbeth by William Shakespeare
- Echoes 11
- Language Power
- Dictionary
- Teacher Handouts and Course Notes
Ontario Ministry Guidelines: 110-Hour Course Requirement
Please be aware that, as per Ministry guidelines, CanSTEM Education has a mandatory minimum requirement of 2 weeks enrolment for students to be eligible for a midterm report card and 4 weeks enrolment to be eligible for a final report card. This 110-hour requirement ensures that students receive a standardized amount of learning time for each credit they earn. The 110 hours typically include planned learning activities, excluding homework, designed to achieve the course’s curriculum expectations, according to the Ontario Ministry of Education.
Frequently Asked Questions
ENG3U is a Grade 11 English course at a university preparation level.
3U refers to the Grade level of the courses and the pathway. 3 means it is a grade 11 course and U means it is a university preparation course.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 English, Academic
At CanSTEM Education you can complete a high school credit courses as quickly as 4 weeks, or take as long as 6 months.
Yes, we can send the marks for your courses directly to OUAC, OCAS, your guidance counsellor and to you.
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