English as a Second Language Level 3 - ESLCO 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.

LISTENING AND SPEAKING

1. Developing Listening

2. Developing Fluency in Speaking Comprehension

3. Developing Accuracy in Speaking

READING

1. Reading for Meaning

2. Using Reading Comprehension Strategies

3. Developing Vocabulary

4. Developing Research Skills

WRITING

1. Writing for Different Purposes

2. Organizing Ideas in Writing

3. Developing Accuracy in Writing

4. Using the Writing Process