ESL Reading and Writing 7 (ELSK 0720)

The focus of ESL Reading and Writing 7 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) 7 level.

Note: The topics in this course are closely aligned with the topics in ESL Listening and Speaking 7.
Course code: ELSK 0720
Credits: 4.0
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=ELSK&number=0720

Prerequisites

ESL Reading and Writing 6; or LINC 6; or Assessment scores of CLB 6 Reading and CLB 6 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
42108January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
42109January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
42110January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
42111January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
42112January 6, 2025
to March 31, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online

Schedule 2

ELSK 0720 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
61436May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
61437May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Blended
  Location: Varies
61438May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
61439May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online
61440May 5, 2025
to July 28, 2025
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  Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes
  Location: Online

Additional Information

  • Interacting Effectively (read and write a narrative, take notes on an informal presentation, read a graph and interpret information)
  • Journalling (read articles on sources of workplace stress, take notes and write a summary, write journal entries)
  • Applying for Positions (read and prepare a skills inventory, compare websites on resume writing, complete a job application form, write a cover letter)
  • Designing Portfolios (write a compare/contrast essay, follow instructions to create a personal portfolio, write a letter to express thanks)
  • Writing Essays (take notes on a video, read a chart about a current issue, write an essay about a community issue)
  • Writing Formal E-mails (search for information on business email etiquette, analyze emails, write an email of request)
  • Engaging in Personal Interests (read and summarize an article, read and interpret instructions)
  • Planning Professional Development (read emails and websites about professional development, read a vision plan and write a summary, complete a college application form of about 40 items, write a letter of dissatisfaction)

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

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