Adult Basic Education Level 3 (Adult 10)
Program Overview
The ABE Adult 10 Program offers five (5) core courses: Communications, Mathematics, Social Sciences/Native Studies, Science, and Life/Work. Studies. In addition, the higher level 20 courses are offered to support the transition to the Adult 12 Program. The learners may enrol directly through the Pre-10 Program, or enter the program with a grade 8, or a higher standing with required certification. The 'Advanced Education, Employment and Labour' provincial curriculum is followed and delivered over a nine (9) month period incorporating components that reflect cultural and traditional teachings. Upon completion of the program learners can enter the workforce or the next level of academic studies.
Courses
(click item to view course description)Science learners broaden their definition of science, participate and engage in relevant discussions, decision-making, and inquiries. Through the four (4) core units involving ecosystems, chemical reactions, physical science, earth and weather dynamics, scientific knowledge, skills, and attitudes will be developed and applied due to the development of foundations in scientific literacy.
Level three (3) Social Sciences curriculum contributes to the adult learners' abilities to think critically and reflectively, to make informed decisions, and to be active participants in a culturally diverse society. Learners will engage in understanding First Nations' worldview, kinship, governance, economy, culture and identity.
Learners will be required to understand and apply algebra, ratios, measurement, geometry, statistics, probability and assessment. Real world applications is another aspect that will build on prior knowledge and life experiences of the learner enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making.
Learners will enhance their skills, knowledge, and attitudes related to lifelong learning, personal growth and sustainability, and their role in the community. In addition, learners will develop personal portfolios, community connections and work engagement, as well as an understanding of local and provincial labour markets.
Learners will develop the required communication, confidence, comprehension, grammar and reativity skills to support enhanced writing abilities. Topics include essay writing, editorial and article analysis and a variety of other literary projects including First Nation authors.
