- To become a critical thinker and insightful reader, listener and viewer.
- To create analytical, imaginative, interpretive and persuasive texts.
- About the ways texts from English and other disciplines represent ideas and values.
- That point of view can be used to persuade audiences.
- That language shapes our perspectives of people, ideas and issues.
- To use inquiry-based learning.
- To develop and negotiate an independent inquiry focusing on either identity or sustainability.
- Explore connections between texts (English and other disciplines)
- Express reasoned and persuasive arguments
- Use point of view to shape meaning and response
- Discuss perspectives on social, national, and global issues
- Use inquiry skills to develop and communicate learning
- Experiment with language features and structures to create texts.
- Wants to consolidate their knowledge, skills and understanding of English, by making connections with texts from English and other disciplines
- Is interested in pursuing further study or a career that relies on strong English skills.