ESL Reading and Writing 6 (ELSK 0620)

The focus of ESL Reading and Writing 6 is on developing reading and writing communication skills in English. Classroom activities engage students in developing reading and writing strategies using community, workplace and academic contexts. Learners integrate language skills, Skills for Success (Working with Others, Computer and Document Use, Thinking Skills, and Continuous Learning), and intercultural skills. By the end of this course, students will be able to meet the Reading and Writing outcomes at the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 6 level.

Note: Reading and Writing courses are closely aligned with ESL Listening and Speaking courses.
Course code: ELSK 0620
Credits: 4.0
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=ELSK&number=0620

Prerequisites

ESL Reading and Writing 5; or LINC 5; or Assessment scores of CLB 5 Reading and CLB 5 Writing; or equivalent https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/ or Department approval.

Schedule 1

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
42101January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
42123January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: Varies
42137January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
42119January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
42138January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online

Schedule 2

ELSK 0620 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location
61427May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
61428May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
61429May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
61430May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
61471May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online

Additional Information

  • Organizing Schedules (read about organizing principles, research goal setting, write an email)
  • Budgeting (read about personal debt maps, create a budget)
  • Using Financial Statements (read financial brochures, write an email request/invitation, send a thank-you email)
  • Applying Information (use an online dictionary, take notes while listening, make a formal complaint, fill out a form)
  • Participating in Public Issues (summarize an article, read trends on a major public issue, write an email stating your opinion)
  • Writing & Reviewing Biographies (read a biography, research a notable person and write a biography)
  • Reading Legal Documents (take notes, use online reference tools)
  • Designing Organizational Charts (read a congratulations email, describe organizational positions, create an organizational chart)

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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