Course Profile - Curriculum Services Canada

The URLs for the websites were verified by the writers prior to publication. Given the frequency with
which these designations change, teachers should always verify the websites prior to assigning them for
student use.
Teachers can find appropriate selections in the listed on the OCC website
(www.curriculum.org/occ/resources/10eng.html).
Print
Adams, J., C. Costello, and S. Naylor. Reading and Writing for Success. Toronto: Harcourt Canada.
1997. ISBN 0-7747-1490-5
Borovolis, J. Breaking Through. Scarborough: Prentice Hall, 1990. ISBN 0-13-083072-0
Duncan, Barry. Mass Media and Popular Culture. Toronto: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1999.
ISBN 0-7702-6648-7
Luengo, A. Literature and Media. Toronto: ITP Nelson, 1999. ISBN 0-17-618701-4
O’Malley, J.M. and P. Valdez. Authentic Assessment. Addison Wesley, 1996. ISBN 0-201-59151-0
OSS Considerations
Education for Exceptional Students
At every point in this course, teachers should take into account the needs of any exceptional students as
set out in their Individual Education Plans. ESL students show the same range of learning
exceptionalities in the same proportions as other Ontario students. Some students arrive with previously
identified learning needs, while the needs of others are identified when their progress in English language
acquisition and cultural adjustment differs significantly from that of students from similar backgrounds
and with similar educational experiences. It is important not to label students as exceptional on the basis
of performance or behaviour that reflect a normal process of second language acquisition or that reflect a
lack of prior opportunity to learn the knowledge and skills being tested.
The Role of Technology in Curriculum
It is important for all ESL students to be given opportunities to develop competence in using computers
and other technology. In this course, students are afforded opportunities to use word-processing and
graphics software to produce pieces of written work. Students do research on the Internet and with
CD-ROM software. Students are encouraged to work with their peers to help each other access and learn
about technology.
Career Education
ESL students need opportunities to explore the full range of educational and career paths available to
them in their new country and educational setting. At the ESLEO level of English proficiency, students
should be made aware of cooperative education placements to enhance their school programs and give
them a variety of career choices.
Health and Safety
Students who are recent arrivals from other countries may have special health and safety needs. The
experience of immigration, even in the best of circumstances, involves feelings of loss and disorientation
for many students. Throughout this course, the teacher is expected to be sensitive to the range of
experiences that students bring with them. The teacher must recognize the equal legitimacy of students
choosing to share or keep private their experiences and feelings.
Compulsory Credits
Up to three ESL or ELD courses may be substituted for compulsory English courses.
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