ESL Reading and Writing 5 (ELSK 0520)
The focus of ESL Reading and Writing 5 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) 5 level.
Note: Reading and Writing courses are closely aligned with the topics in Listening and Speaking courses.
Note: Reading and Writing courses are closely aligned with the topics in Listening and Speaking courses.
Course code: ELSK 0520
Credits: 4.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 120.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
LINC 4; or Assessment scores of CLB 4 Reading and CLB 4 Writing; or equivalent https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/ or Department approval. No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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Schedule †
ELSK 0520 schedule for programs:
- EPSC
- LINC
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
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72267 | September 4, 2024 to November 25, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: Blended Location: Varies |
72302 | September 4, 2024 to November 25, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: Blended Location: Varies |
72303 | September 4, 2024 to November 25, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes Location: Online |
Schedule †
ELSK 0520 schedule for programs:
- EPSC
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
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42100 | January 6, 2025 to March 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Blended Location: Varies |
42131 | January 6, 2025 to March 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Blended Location: Varies |
42132 | January 6, 2025 to March 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Online with Scheduled Classes Location: Online |
Additional Information
- Planning for Lifelong Learning (take notes on and write about different learning styles, read a brochure, fill in a registration form)
- Reading Instructions (read how to safely perform a basic task, read a chart, write a paragraph)
- Reporting Incidents (read and write about work-related incidents)
- Writing Workplace Emails (read a letter, write emails to ask for advice and give a response)
- Responding to Texts (read and write about Indigenous languages, search for information, take notes)
- Reading and Writing Paragraphs (read an e-mail, write a paragraph about a note-worthy person)
- Researching (search a local website, search a directory, fill in a government form)
- Finding Information (search a website and take notes, write an email expressing interest)
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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* The amount shown is the approximate cost of tuition (for courses with tuition) or fees (for courses that do not have tuition).
Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.