NBCDES Courses
| Course | Marker | Version | Description | Paper/Test Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications 11 Print - Online |
Dave Constable dconstable@learn60.ca |
01 | Communications 11, with Communications 12 to follow, provides an alternative course in English that meets the needs of students who may find it difficult to succeed in English 11 and 12. It provides practical communication skills for students who probably will not attend academic post-secondary institutions. This course combines language and literature in one course. | 40/60 |
| English 11 Print - Online |
Jolene Laychuk jlaychuk@learn60.ca |
5.5 | Students will not be required to complete all modules. Module choices must be made at registration in consultation with your Distance Education School. This course is the revised version of English 11,version 04, piloted by the Distance Education Schools last school year. Each of the five modules is built up of a combination of lessons, section assignments, and a module test (except Module 5, which does not have a test). English 11 contains a product called the Writer’s Style Guide. It refers to the conventions of spelling, punctuation, and layout that students’ work should follow. The student should conform to this style guide when writing their essays. | 45/45/10 (project) |
| First Peoples English 11 Online |
Jolene Laychuk jlaychuk@learn60.ca |
01 | English 11 First Peoples is the academic equivalent of English 11. This course invites all learners to explore and discover First peoples' world views through the study of literary, informational and media text with local, Canadian and international First Peoples' content. Students will develop the English language and literacy skills and capacities they must have to meet British Columbia's graduation requirements. | |
| Pre-Calculus Math 11 |
Heidi Cullinan hcullinan@learn60.ca |
01 | This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into post-secondary programs that require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics include algebra, number, relations and functions and trigonometry . The seven mathematical process (communication, connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, technology and visualization) are interwoven throughout the mathematical topics. | |
| Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 |
Heidi Cullinan hcullinan@learn60.ca |
1.1 | This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for entry into the majority of trades and for direct entry into the work force. Topics include algebra, geometry, measurement, number and statistics. The seven mathematical process (communication, connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, technology and visualization) are interwoven throughout the mathematical topics. | |
| Foundations of Math 11 |
Heidi Cullinan hcullinan@learn60.ca |
01 | This pathway is designed to provide students with the mathematical understandings and critical-thinking skills identified for post-secondary studies in programs that do not require the study of theoretical calculus. Topics include logical reasoning, geometry, measurement, relations and functions, statistics and mathematics research project . The seven mathematical process (communication, connections, mental mathematics and estimation, problem solving, technology and visualization) are interwoven throughout the mathematical topics. | |
| Physical Education 11 Print - Online |
Wendy Blackmon wblackmon@learn60.ca |
1.1 | The aim of physical education is to enable all students to enhance their quality of life through active living. In these courses, students will participate in continuous physical activity (minimum of 80 hour), become knowledgeable about sports etiquette and fair play, prevention and treatment of injuries, and complete personal skills analysis. | 15/15/70 (project) |
| Physical Education: Team Sports 11 Print - Online |
Wendy Blackmon wblackmon@learn60.ca |
01 | This course is aimed at athletes involved in competition in either an individual or team sport at a high level. The focus of this course is to make athletes more aware of the factors that go into improving their performance. | 100% papers |
| Physical Education 11: Fitness, Conditioning & Sports Performance |
Phil Hiscock phiscock@learn60.ca |
01 | This course is designed to get the most out of your talents during your sports season. Whether you participate in team sports such as Hockey, Baseball, Football, Soccer or individual sports like Dance, Golf, Motocross, Rodeo there is always a way to improve. This course will work with what you already do, as well as teach you new and exciting strategies that will make you more physically, mentally and emotionally effective in your field of play, whatever that may be. The theory in this course will cover how to plan to succeed, basic human anatomy and physiology, the safety, etiquette and technique of sports specific training, proper ways to measure your current fitness levels and what they mean, the principles of training you need to follow in order to achieve your goals, proper diet and nutrition, basic sport psychology and how to draw on your social responsibilities and leadership skills. |
100% papers |
| Physics 11 |
David Batterham dbatterham@learn60.ca |
2.2 | Physics 11 is a lab-oriented course to introduce students to rules that govern the world around them. This includes the basic laws of one-dimensional motion, understanding of forces such as friction and gravity, and concepts such as momentum, energy, power, and efficiency. The motion of waves and how this applies to light and sound. An introduction to geometrical optics, reflection and refraction. The course also covers modern concepts of nuclear fission and fusion, and Einstein’s theory of relativity.This course has been designed so students without access to a laboratory can complete the necessary experimental work, however, it is preferable to do the experiments in a regular laboratory. School students and others who have access to a physics laboratory are expected to do the experiments in that laboratory. | 40/60 |
| Chemistry 11 |
David Batterham dbatterham@learn60.ca |
3.3 | Chemistry 11 has been developed to promote the acquisition of knowledge and the learning of problem solving skills as related to core chemistry concepts. The course emphasizes the application of chemistry in every day life, including skills required in the workplace, while promoting positive attitudes towards science and scientific literacy. Activities are based on authentic experiences whenever possible. Chemistry 11 has four modules and a test for each module. Several lab activities are included. Students should only attempt to perform the labs if they have access to an appropriate lab facility including approved safety related equipment and protective gear. The ability to properly and safely dispose of waste chemicals is also critical. Supervision by qualified personnel is a must. Sample lab data is provided for those students who do not have access to an appropriate facility. | 40/60 |
| Biology 11 |
Christine Todd ctodd@learn60.ca |
05 | This course is challenging. Students who enrol should be seriously interested in the study of life. Expensive and fragile equipment and supplies must be handled with respect and maturity. The student will conduct simple but interesting and thought-provoking experiments. | 40/60 |
| Accounting 11 Print - Teacher Directed |
Barb Cook bcook@learn60.ca |
This introductory course is designed for those students seeking entry-level employment skills or personal skills. Students will gain insights into financial problems and solutions which have benefits for entrepreneurial and professional careers. | 40/60 | |
| Science and Technology 11 |
Christine Todd ctodd@learn60.ca |
2.1 | This course is designed to provide students with a basis for understanding the complex world of science and technology and the interaction which occurs between technology and society. | 100% papers |
| Earth Science 11 |
Patricia McClelland pmcclelland@learn60.ca |
02E | Earth Science 11 is a lab-oriented course that introduces students to the Earth and its environment. The material that make up the Earth and the processes such as weathering, erosion, tectonic motion, and volcanism that act on it. Students will understand the Earth's history the development of landforms and the science of the oceans and the sky (meteorology). The course includes comparison between our plant and what we know about other planets in the solar system and what the study of astronomy and other space sciences tells us about the development of the universe. | 40/60 |
| Social Studies 11 Print - Online |
Patricia McClelland pmcclelland@learn60.ca |
05 | Module 1 explores the structure of Canadian government, the political spectrum, and electoral systems. Modules 2 and 3 focus on Canada’s role in 20th century history, including the two World Wars, United Nations’ peacekeeping efforts, and international affairs. Module 4 addresses population, standards of living, environmental challenges, and Canada’s response to global issues such as global warming and ozone layer depletion. The course also includes an exam preparation package, with sample essay questions and study tips. | Course Mark: 64/36 Final Mark: Course Mark (80%) + Provincial Exam Mark (20%) |
| Art Foundations 11 |
Sherry Petryshyn spetryshyn@learn60.ca |
02 | Art Foundations 11 is an art appreciation course. The student should be prepared for extensive reading and writing assignments, with some hands on projects. | 100% papers |
| Drafting and Design 11 |
Bryan Barranti bbarranti@learn60.ca |
01 | This course will help the student understand drafting conventions and methods used in the industry. The student will practice visualizing in the abstract and will learn skills to produce drawings of 3-D objects. | 40/60 |
| Drama: Film and TV 11 |
Dave Constable dconstable@learn60.ca |
1.2 | The course consists of three main topic areas covering the stages of video production Preproduction, Production, and Postproduction and a final segment which provides guidance for the course’s main project assignment, a short video production. Completion of Drama: Film and Television 11 satisfies the graduation requirements for Fine Arts and/or Applied Skills in Foundation Studies. | 100% papers |
| Guitar 11 Online Online |
MEI | 01E | These programs start at any grade at any time. Starting with classroom 1 will provide the most complete Guitar performance technique. Students have access to teacher support at any time via email. There are two exams. Both have an online portion and a written portion. The performance part of the exam can be accomplished over the phone or through any recording device and then sent by either email or mail. |
33.3/66.7 |
| Music Composition and Technology 11 |
Todd Koponyas tkoponyas@learn60.ca |
1.1 | MCT 11 is comprised of three Modules; the first two Modules use an interactive CD program titled “Essentials of Music Theory” (EMT) and have six sections and a test. The third Module has four sections and a Final Project. EMT starts at the beginning (“These 5 lines are called a Staff…”) and continues through harmonizing and composing melodies on to learning the 12 bar blues. Each section has an extensive ear-training portion so the student can develop listening skills to hear the myriad of sounds that comprise music. The final Module consists of student music composition and exploring music history by way of audio CD’s and the Internet. A deep interest in the musical process is the most important prerequisite to learn this language of musical creation. Some musical experience (private music lessons, Band, Orchestra, Choral Singing, etc.) will make the course easier. | 40/60 |
| Studio Arts: Drawing and Painting 11 |
Sherry Petryshyn spetryshyn@learn60.ca |
01 | Studio Arts 11 is designed for students who might have an interest in entering the commercial art field. There is an emphasis on lettering, poster design, and figure drawing. | 100% papers |
| Visual Arts: Media Arts 11 |
Bryan Barranti bbarranti@learn60.ca |
2.2 | Visual Arts: Media Arts 11 is designed to provide Grade 11 students with an opportunity to explore the art of image making through the use of new media technologies such as the computer and related software programs. The course focuses on the application of a variety of materials, technologies, and processes to organize visual elements according to principles of art and design. | 100% papers |
| Family Studies 11 |
Patricia McClelland pmcclelland@learn60.ca |
01 | The Family Management curriculum is concerned with human growth and development, interpersonal relationships, management of human and material resources, and social and physical environments. The curriculum is designed to encourage students to use processes of decision making, communicating, and problem solving in a wide variety of learning situations. The overall aim is to provide students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities to meet the challenge of our dynamic and complex society. | 40/60 |
| Food Studies 11 |
Sherry Petryshyn spetryshyn@learn60.ca |
2.1 | This course develops understanding of the role of food in relation to health and happiness. Students will learn to apply the basic principles of nutrition and management, as well as the cookery and consumer skills necessary for the preparation of healthy, economical, and appetizing meals. The broad base of knowledge gained through this course will be useful for further specific training in the food sciences, and will also enhance leisure time and home life. | 40/60 |
| Secondary School Apprenticeship 11A Online |
Contact an advisor for more info | 01 | ||
| Secondary School Apprenticeship 11B Online |
Contact an advisor for more info | 01 | ||
| French 11 |
Dave Burridge dburridge@learn60.ca |
2.1 | French 11 is a course and resource package based on the French 11 core program. Although this course is based on a program called En Direct 1, we have modified many activities to meet the needs of distance education students. Students will follow the new instructions, not those in the workbook and textbook of En Direct 1. | 40/60 |
| German 11 |
Katherina Issmer | 02 | German 11 provides continued opportunities for students to apply more consistently their growing range of communications strategies and to show increasing control and accuracy in their oral and written language. Students are now able to research specific information and adapt the information for a variety of purposes. Responses to creative works involve the use of a significant amount of German, and culture continues to be woven throughout the course. | 40/60 |
| German 11 Print (Newer German Course) |
Angela Kleine-Buning akleinebuning@learn60.ca |
SIDES | German 11 provides continued opportunities for students to apply more consistently their growing range of communications strategies and to show increasing control and accuracy in their oral and written language. Students are now able to research specific information and adapt the information for a variety of purposes. Responses to creative works involve the use of a significant amount of German, and culture continues to be woven throughout the course. Components of this course must be completed online. |
40.60 |
| Intro Spanish 11 |
TBA | 02 | Introductory Spanish is a course designed for those students who have not taken instruction in Spanish as a second language prior to grade11 and who may wish to take Spanish 11 and/or 12. This course provides an introduction to Spanish and will help to build basic skills, both spoken and written. Hispanic culture is woven throughout and there is an opportunity to read adapted or simple Spanish literature. | 40/60 |
| Intro German 11 |
Katherina Issmer | 02 | Introductory German 11 covers the equivalent of German 9 and German 10. It teaches the student to read, write, and speak simple German. This course also offers an introduction to the German culture. ***Klett’s Modern German/English Dictionary is required but no longer available to order from Open School BC. You may wish to try your local library or bookstore for it.*** | 40/60 |
| Spanish 11 |
TBA | 02 | Spanish 11 provides continued opportunities for students to apply more consistently their growing range of communications strategies and to show increasing control and accuracy in their oral and written language. Students are now able to research specific information and adapt the information for a variety of purposes. Responses to creative works involve the use of a significant amount of Spanish, and Hispanic cultures continue to be woven throughout the course. | 40/60 |
| Spanish 11 Online |
Contact an advisor for more info | 02E SIDES | This online Spanish 11 course is the result of a partnership between the School District No. 36 (Surrey) and the Open School BC (OSBC). The whole course is communicative -approach based. This course will help students to become familiar with the Spanish speaking world, not a particular country or region. They assume the role of a participant in an exchange program that includes a virtual trip. Using the Internet, they research and communicate information about youth in the Hispanic world (Module 1) and make all the preparations to get ready for their exchange trip (Module 2). Once there, they describe their daily life and present information about the education system, and activities and pastimes of youth in that Spanish-speaking country (Module 3). Back home, they report on the trip to family and friends (Module 4). The courselessons range are not aimed to replace any text or workbook available in stores. The lesson topics, along with the grammar-based activities, are in English to ensure that the theory is clearly understood. Lessons activities and section assignment instructions are bilingual. There are no tests with this course. The final grade is a combination of all the section assignments. There is no final exam. | 40/60 |
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