ESLAO: English as a Second Language, Level 1 (Open)
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Grade: Open
AVAILABILITY: Spark Asher Academy Online
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM: English as a Second Language and English Literacy Development
Course Overview
ESLAO online is designed to introduce students to the English language, building on their previous education and language knowledge. This course helps students adjust to the diversity of their new environment in Canada by developing basic English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and essential academic purposes. Students will engage in basic conversational English, read adapted texts, write simple sentences, and learn about Canadian culture and society, all aimed at helping them adapt to their new lives in Canada.
UNIT ONE
Reading Comprehension
Essential Question: How can prior knowledge enhance our understanding of a text?
In this unit, students will explore various strategies to improve reading comprehension at different stages of the reading process. They will learn preparatory strategies like creating a word wall or a KWL chart, techniques for engaging with the text during reading such as note-taking and key idea identification, and post-reading strategies like summarizing. Additionally, the unit offers opportunities to practice spelling, learn about verbs, abbreviations, syllables, and vocabulary building.
UNIT TWO
Listening & Speaking
Essential Question: How can attentive listening enhance our knowledge?
This unit focuses on developing students’ listening and speaking skills. Students will learn essential vocabulary related to these skills and understand the importance of how something is said, not just what is said, through the imitation technique. The unit emphasizes the development of effective communication skills, including active listening and the interpretation of non-verbal cues. Students will also be introduced to the different vowel sounds in English to aid pronunciation and understanding.
UNIT THREE
Writing
Essential Question: How can we improve our communication through writing?
Students will learn to organize their thoughts and express them clearly in written English. This unit covers common grammatical errors and their corrections, paragraph structure, and the coherent organization of ideas. Additionally, students will learn about aspects of Canadian culture, including the government and Indigenous peoples, enriching their contextual understanding and enhancing their ability to engage with the community.
UNIT FOUR
Novel Study
Essential Question: What can we learn from studying literature?
In the final unit, students will apply the reading and analytical skills developed in earlier units to a novel study. They will explore the setting, characters, and themes of the novel, employing strategies like note-taking and chapter questioning to deepen their comprehension and appreciation of literature. This unit aims to enhance students’ literary analysis skills and foster a deeper understanding of the narratives within English literature.
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