EASL 036 Intermediate Writing: Expressing Ideas provides students who speak English as an additional language with instruction in writing and opportunities to write at an intermediate level. This course helps students to develop their ability to write accurate, simple, compound and complex sentences. Students learn to apply components of the writing process to produce clear, well-structured
EASL 037 Intermediate Reading: Current Ideas is an intermediate course for students who speak English as an additional language. Students read and discuss selected simplified and authentic articles from the textbook and other sources with a focus on building vocabulary and knowledge of word forms, applying reading strategies such as predicting and inferring, increasing reading speed, identifying
EASL 055 Advanced Grammar – Complex Structures is an advanced academic course which is intended to help students develop accuracy and gain fluency in the use of complex grammatical structures including noun clauses, adjective clauses, adverb clauses, conditional clauses, and gerunds and infinitives.
EASL 057A Advanced Reading - Academic Reading is an advanced course which includes study and discussion of a variety of modified and authentic academic reading selections taken from the textbook and other sources. The course focuses on the development of vocabulary and specific reading strategies, including making notes and summarizing information, as well as on the understanding and analysis of
EASL 067 College Preparation - College Bridge is an advanced level EAP IV BC Articulated course equivalent to English 60 which focuses on helping students refine their English language skills necessary for entrance to other college programs. The course provides opportunities for students to write essays, use editing skills to improve grammar, make presentations and study literature through short
EASL 071A Intermediate Grammar - Verbs provides instruction and opportunities to practice grammar at an intermediate level. Students will study, analyse, practice, and discuss selected grammar forms and structures, including verb tenses, time clauses, question patterns, nouns and pronouns, and adjective clauses.
EASL 071B Intermediate Writing is an intermediate level writing course for students of English as a Second Language. Students apply components of the writing process including brainstorming ideas, organizing ideas, drafting and revising; producing accurate simple, compound and complex sentences; using connectors and transition devices; using standard punctuation and capitalization techniques; and
EASL 071C Intermediate Reading is a course for students in the English Language Program. Students will read and discuss selected articles from the textbook and other sources with a focus on applying reading strategies, building vocabulary, and understanding and responding to ideas. Students will be assigned supplementary reading.
EASL 072A Intermediate Grammar provides instruction and opportunities to practice grammar at a lower intermediate level. Students will study, analyse, practice, and discuss selected grammar forms and structures, including verb tenses, time clauses, question patterns, nouns and pronouns, and modals.
EASL 092E Newspaper is an advanced interactive communicative seminar which offers an opportunity for students to create and produce a student newspaper/magazine for the term. Students interview people in the college and the community, write and edit articles, collect information about student events, take pictures, design art work, and coordinate the publication of the newspaper. This seminar
EASL 094D Nature Studies is a multilevel interactive communicative seminar which teaches students about the natural environment and culture of the Castlegar area. Students study topics such as animals, plants, geography and history. Students learn in the classroom but also have opportunities to go on outdoor field trips.
EASL 095B Pronunciation is an interactive communicative seminar which helps students use, learn, and practice English idioms, slang and expressions in addition to practicing elements of natural pronunciation such as rhythm, stress, articulation of individual sounds and intonation. Students create dialogues and conversations and share them with the class.
EASL 095C Debates and Dialogues is an advanced interactive communicative seminar where students read, discuss and debate. Students work on improving their speaking and listening skills while they learn and practice how debates and formal discussions are structured.
ECCE 168 Observing and Reflecting Practicum I is an experiential course with field placements and lectures integrating theories and practices in the early years. Through engagement with early childhood educators in practicum learners will participate in professional practice; plan and evaluate a developmentally appropriate program that meets the observed needs of children. Learners will explore
ESSI 2 Expression of Self through Sign, builds on ESSI 1 to further familiarize learners with Signed English and to develop an increased awareness of self. Students experience aspects of teamwork through interpersonal communication and negotiating a diverse learning environment.
ESSI 3: Expression of Self through Sign, students practice basic expressive Signed English, particularly by building a range of simple signed vocabulary and making connections between signs and facial expressions. Students practice self-expression through sign thus gaining confidence with presenting their learning, while developing strategies for a positive approach to learning and problem-solving
ESSI 4 Expression of Self through Sign 4, students practice a wider range of expressive Signed English, particularly more complex vocabulary, while integrating gestures, facial expressions, and accurate sign location. Students can develop critical thinking skills in a group setting and develop effective presentation skills that focus on self-expression.
Each student’s experience of post-secondary is unique, but there is one vital tool that everyone needs to navigate the education system and truly thrive: support. For Selkirk College Nursing Program student Melissa Markin, one of this year’s recipients of the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Bird Construction/Paul and Gerri Charrette Bursary, that pivotal helping hand was extended when she