Course Description
This course builds on student’s previous education and language knowledge to introduce them to the English language and help them adjust to the diversity in their new environment. Students will use beginning English language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for everyday and essential academic purposes. They will engage in short conversations using basic English language structures and simple sentence patterns, read adapted texts, and write phrases and short sentences. The course also provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to begin to adapt to their new lives in Canada.
| CGC1D COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Unit # | Unit Name | Time Allocation |
| 1 | Natural Systems - Students will learn about the Canada’s landforms and climate | 20 |
| 2 | Demographics and Human Systems - Students will learn about cultural connections in human geography | 30 |
| 3 | International Organizations and Agreements - Students will learn about global connections to Canadian Geography | 18 |
| 4 | Humans in the Environment - Students will learn about economic connections in Canadian Geography | 18 |
| 5 | Sustainable Development - Students will learn about future connections for Canadian Geography and the need to be sustainable in the future | 17 |
| 6 | Final Assignment: ISU & Final Exam (30% of final mark) | 7 |
| Total Hours | 110 |
Resources
1. Moodle Site
2. The Little Prince
FAQ
What is ESLAO?
ESLAO is a Level 1 English as a Second Language course at an open type.
What is the prerequisite course for ESLAO?
NONE.
How long does it take to complete the ESLAO online course?
You can complete ESLAO as quickly as 4 weeks or take as long as 4 months.