The course will focus on the six strands of language as defined by the Alberta curriculum: listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing and representing. These varied strands of language will promote a broad understanding of communication in students.

The objectives of language arts education in Alberta focus on preparing students to listen, speak, read, write, view and represent in order to:

• explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences.
• comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, print and other mediums of communication.
• manage ideas and information.
• enhance the clarity and artistry of communication.
• respect, support and collaborate with others.