This course is designed to develop the key oral communication, reading, writing, and media literacy skills that you will need for success in secondary school and daily life. You will read, interpret, and create a variety of informational, literary, and graphic texts. An important focus will be on identifying and using appropriate strategies and processes to improve your comprehension of texts and to help you communicate clearly and effectively. The course is intended to prepare you for the Grade 10 applied English course, which leads to college or workplace preparation courses in Grades 11 and 12.
