The focus of ESL Reading & Writing 5 is on developing reading and writing communication skills in English and improving the following Essential Skills: Working with Others, Computer and Document Use, Thinking Skills, and Continuous Learning. Classroom activities engage students in developing reading and writing strategies using community, workplace and academic contexts. Learners integrate language skills, Essential Skills and intercultural skills through activities such as: reading reports and instructions, reflective writing, finding information, writing a workplace e-mail, reading diagrams, tables and charts, and completing research . By the end of this course, students will be able to meet the Reading and Writing outcomes at CLB 5 in the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Note: The topics in this course are closely aligned with the topics in ESL Listening & Speaking 5.
Planning for Lifelong Learning (take notes on different learning styles, write about learning styles, read a brochure, fill in a registration form)
Reading Instructions (read how to safely prepare mussels, read a food safety chart, write a paragraph on food safety)
Reporting Incidents (read about work-related injuries, workplace safety, take notes on an incident report)
Writing Workplace E-mails (read a letter from an advice columnist, write an e-mail to ask for advice, write an e-mail response)
Responding to Texts (read and write about aboriginal languages, search for website information, , take notes)
Reading and Writing Paragraphs (read an e-mail, read about Emily Carr, write a paragraph about a famous woman)
Researching (search St. Paul’s website, search an online directory, fill in an MSP form)
Finding Information (search the 211 website and take notes, write an e-mail expressing interest)
How do I apply for this course?
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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