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Course Description

This course is designed to prepare students for university entrance. The course focuses on the study of literature and non-print media with the writing of longer essays. Students will learn research and documentation methods needed for academic essays.

Course Details

By completion of this course, successful students will be able to:

  • Express yourself in a clear, grammatically correct, persuasive and audience-appropriate manner
  • Review and master elements of grammar, punctuation and sentence structure
  • Develop strategies for reading difficult material
  • Practice critical thinking skills through questioning (in class activities, discussions, presentations and compositions)
  • Explore thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences
  • Comprehend literature and other texts in oral, print, visual, and multimedia forms, and respond personally, critically, and creatively
  • Manage ideas and information
  • Create a variety of texts to enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
  • Respect, support, and collaborate with others
  • Summarize the main ideas of passages to be incorporated into research essays (summarize, paraphrase, and quote from selected sources)
  • Use MLA documentation for citation and preparation of references in research papers
  • Plan original essays; prepare the topic, thesis, and supporting content
  • Prepare an outline of a proposed essay
  • Plan and gather resources to research a specified topic
  • Identify and utilize writing techniques relating to introductions, transitions, organizational patterns, (exposition, comparison, contrast), and conclusions
  • Non-print media and critical reflection
  • Summarize the plot of a novel
  • Identify aspects of setting, plot, characterization, theme
  • Identify the writer’s point of view and show how it affects the story
  • Analyze how setting, plot, mood and climate influence the development of the plot
  • Select details in order to make references
  • Develop the theme(s) of a selection
  • Read, write about, discuss, and critique a novel
  • Identify musical elements in poetry such as rhyme, rhythm and alliteration
  • Read poetry that makes social commentary

Notes

Formerly UPG 222 English 2. Students who have taken UPG 222 should not enrol in this course.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of English 20-1 or equivalent course.

Questions about placement? Please contact us.

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Section Schedule
Sep 05, 2025 to Nov 21, 2025
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Sep 05, 2025 to Nov 21, 2025
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
F
Time
5:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Sep 05, 2025 to Nov 21, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

This is an Online Hybrid course with Online Synchronous Sessions held online in real time (Mountain Time).

  • Zoom web conferencing software. To fully participate in the classes, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Section Schedule
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.
 
This is an Online Hybrid course with Online Synchronous Sessions held online in real time (Mountain Time).
 
To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, a reliable headset with microphone, and a webcam.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registered on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Section Schedule
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 14, 2025
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Sep 06, 2025 to Dec 13, 2025
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Su
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Sep 07, 2025 to Dec 14, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

*INCLUDE ONLY THOSE NECESSARY*

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Section Schedule
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 19, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 19, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Su
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jan 18, 2026 to Apr 19, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

This is an Online Hybrid course with Online Synchronous Sessions held online in real time (Mountain Time).

  • Zoom web conferencing software. To fully participate in the classes, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Type
Online Synchronous
Days
Su, Sa
Time
9:00AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jan 25, 2026 to Apr 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Section Schedule
May 08, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
May 08, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
F
Time
5:00PM to 8:00PM
Dates
May 08, 2026 to Jul 24, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Hybrid  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

This is an Online Hybrid course with Online Synchronous Sessions held online in real time (Mountain Time).

  • Zoom web conferencing software. To fully participate in the classes, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Type
Online Synchronous
Days
F, M, W
Time
5:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Jul 03, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Hours
70.0
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fees
Flat Fee non-credit $599.00
Reading List / Textbook

Title: Indian Horse
Author: Richard Wagamese
Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
Edition: Canadian First Edition 
ISBN-10: 1553654021
ISBN-13: 978-1553654025

UofC Bookstore: http://calgarybookstore.ca/  or 403.220.5937.

Section Notes

Prerequisite: English 20-1 or an equivalent course. Questions? Call: 403.220.2866 or e-mail conted@ucalgary.ca

Classes are held online in real time (Mountain Time) at the specified time and dates.

This course uses:

  • Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post the course outline and other materials in D2L.
  • Zoom web conferencing software.

To fully participate in the live sessions, students will need: an internet connection, and a reliable headset with microphone.

For more information, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless notified, all online courses are available at 9 am MT the day before the start date. Students registering on (or after) the start date will receive access within one day of registration.

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

Students unfamiliar with online learning are encouraged to take our free Digital Skills for Learning Online course.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

It is the student’s responsibility to confirm transcript deadlines with UCalgary Admissions.

 

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