English First Peoples Literary Studies & New Media 11 is designed for students who are interested in studying First Peoples literature and examining the evolving role of technology in today’s society, especially the increasing importance of digital media in communicating and exchanging ideas and engaging in social advocacy.

 

Students delve deeply into First Peoples oral and written literature in a range of media to explore various themes, authors, and topics. This provides a foundation for students to think critically and creatively as they continue to explore, extend, and strengthen their own writing and communication.

 

Students examine the increasingly complex digital world and have opportunities to demonstrate understanding and communicate sophisticated ideas through a wide variety of digital and print media. Through the study of literature and critical engagement with new media, students:

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• Extend their capacity to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts. 

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• Deepen their understanding of themselves and the world. 

 

• Expand their understanding of what it means to be educated Canadian and global citizens.