ENG 3U | English, Grade 11 (University)

Refine your analytical and critical thinking skills through deep dives into literature and media. Challenge assumptions and practice articulating complex arguments effectively.

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Assessment as Learning

Course Outline

Technical details about the course, including assignment weights and course policies.

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AI & LLMS

How is Async Academy Different?

Discover how this course shifts the focus from traditional essays to modern communication goals. Learn how to integrate AI as a powerful learning tool.

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AI & Piracy

Discuss the ethical boundaries of using AI to generate content. Learn to distinguish between using AI as an assistant versus a crutch.

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AI in Schools

Explore the broader implications of AI technology in education. Evaluate how it changes the way we research and write.

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Macbeth

Assessment as Learning

Why Read Shakespeare?

Consider the enduring relevance of Shakespeare’s work in modern society. Explore the universal themes that make his plays timeless.

Learning Goals:

  • Develop effective pre-reading strategies to understand challenging literary texts
  • Demonstrate understanding of Shakespearean texts, including meaning, characters, and structure
  • Communicate ideas clearly and effectively using short, audience-appropriate videos
  • Reflect on reading and communication strategies to improve future learning

Expectations Covered:

OC2 RLS1 RLS2 RLS4
5 Hours
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Assessment for Learning

Reading the Play

Delve into the complex characters and dark ambitions of Macbeth. Analyze the language and structure of the tragedy.

Learning Goals:

  • Engage with new and difficult texts confidently using a variety of digital and cognitive tools
  • Analyze the nuances of Shakespearean form and structure to identify key plot points and character motivations

Expectations Covered:

OC1 RLS1 RLS2 RLS3
5 Hours
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Assessment of Learning

Following a Theme

Trace a central motif throughout Macbeth to build a comprehensive literary analysis. Practice supporting your claims with textual evidence.

Learning Goals:

  • Identify and analyse the effectiveness of significant elements from printed and media texts
  • Present material verbally using a variety of strategies to engage and influence listeners

Expectations Covered:

MS1 MS2 MS4 OC1 OC3
10 Hours
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Media Studies

Assessment as Learning

Competitor Research

Analyze other content creators in your chosen niche to identify successful strategies. Learn what works and what to avoid in modern media.

Learning Goals:

  • Research successful media channels to identify techniques used to connect with diverse Canadian audiences
  • Recognize and analyse bias and persuasive tactics used in professional media texts
  • Evaluate how communication strategies vary in effectiveness across different platforms and media forms
  • Understand how visual features like typography and layout contribute to a creator's brand and message

Expectations Covered:

MS1 MS2 MS3 MS4
10 Hours
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Assessment for Learning

Initial Planning

Outline your media project by defining your target audience and core message. Create a structured plan to guide your production process.

Learning Goals:

  • Modify communication choices to effectively connect with a specific target audience
  • Understand how external factors, including funding models, influence media creation and messaging
  • Identify and apply conventions and techniques used in different video formats and digital channels

Expectations Covered:

MS1 MS2 MS3
5 Hours
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Assessment of Learning

Trial Run

Produce a draft or pilot of your media project to test your concepts. Gather feedback and identify areas for refinement before final production.

Learning Goals:

  • Write effectively for a specified audience using appropriate digital forms and conventions
  • Revise and refine written products through iterative AI prompting
  • Identify limitations or biases in AI-generated output and make purposeful human-led changes
  • Explain and evaluate the strategies used to adapt AI output for a specific brand voice

Expectations Covered:

MS3 MS4 W2
5 Hours
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Academic Writing

Assessment as Learning

Reading Academic Writing

Deconstruct scholarly articles to understand the conventions of academic prose. Learn how experts structure their arguments and use evidence.

Learning Goals:

  • Apply effective reading strategies to approach and understand complex academic writing
  • Develop independent judgment regarding the effectiveness of academic forms and conventions

Expectations Covered:

RLS1 RLS2 RLS3 RLS4
5 Hours
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Assessment for Learning

Writing an Essay

Apply academic writing principles to craft your own persuasive essay. Focus on developing a strong thesis and logical flow.

Learning Goals:

  • Develop a clear, supportable thesis based on textual evidence from the play
  • Structure an essay using a formal introduction, PEE body paragraphs, and a conclusion
  • Integrate and explain quotations effectively to support academic claims
  • Reflect on personal writing strategies to identify areas for future improvement

Expectations Covered:

W1 W2 W3
10 Hours
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Novel Study

Assessment as Learning

Why Study Literature

Reflect on how literature shapes our understanding of culture and identity. Discuss the importance of critical reading skills.

Learning Goals:

  • Consider how studying literature can support the development of high-value, transferable skills
  • Organize ideas into a coherent, well-developed argument about the value of media and text
  • Improve speaking skills with attention to clarity, vocal strategies, and non-verbal cues
  • Expand media creation skills by incorporating prior feedback into new technical techniques

Expectations Covered:

MS3 OC2 RLS4 W1
5 Hours
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Assessment for Learning

Read the Novel

Engage with an independently selected novel to deepen your literary analysis. Keep detailed records of key themes, quotes, and character arcs.

Learning Goals:

  • Make inferences and develop a deeper understanding of a novel's themes and characters
  • Increase fluency with grade-appropriate academic and literary vocabulary
  • Connect elements of professional writing and plot development to their effectiveness in personal creative tasks

Expectations Covered:

RLS1 RLS2 RLS3 RLS4
10 Hours
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Assessment of Learning

Moving Past 5 Paragraphs

Break free from rigid essay structures to develop a more sophisticated writing style. Learn to organize complex thoughts organically.

Learning Goals:

  • Select and apply effective strategies to develop and organise complex content for a specific audience
  • Use revision and AI-assisted iteration purposefully to identify and refine the most effective writing strategies
  • Communicate complex editorial and creative processes clearly through verbal explanation

Expectations Covered:

MS4 W1 W2 W3 W4
10 Hours
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Academic Writing (Revisited)

Assessment of Learning

Portfolio

Curate your finest work into a comprehensive portfolio demonstrating your growth. Write a reflective piece on your development as a communicator.

Learning Goals:

  • Produce polished, professional written and multimedia work for a specific real-world audience
  • Assess work holistically to identify patterns, strengths, and actionable areas for professional improvement

Expectations Covered:

MS4 OC3 W3 W4
10 Hours
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Exam Task

Assessment of Learning

Exam Task

Synthesize the critical thinking and communication skills learned this term. Complete a final assessment that showcases your academic readiness.

Learning Goals:

  • Critically reflect on personal learning in reading, oral communication, and media analysis
  • Plan and organise media content to clearly support a professional message

Expectations Covered:

MS3 MS4 OC3 RLS4
10 Hours
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