I strongly recommend a mic and headphones for this class. We want to hear what you have to say!

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Youtube
Gartic Phone
Blooket

This is a facilitated, not an instructional class.  There is no content on "How to Make Friends".  This is a social space where learners are encouraged to share things that are important or interesting to them.  

We are neuroaffirming and trauma informed. We respect neurodivergent communication styles. We do not provide therapeutic support.



This class is designed and delivered to support learners in achieving a high school diploma.   By engaging in communications studies using an online platform, learners can engage with audiences and cultures that they may not otherwise be able to access. The online classroom enhances the learner’s opportunities  to consider diverse perspectives, acquire information and present information for many purposes and audiences. The following are examples of competencies that are developed and supported in this classroom. 

Connecting and engaging with others
Students engage in informal and structured conversations in which they listen, contribute, develop understanding and relationships, and learn to consider diverse perspectives. This facet of communication is closely linked to the building and sustaining of relationships at home, at school, in the community, and through social media.
Focusing on intent and purpose

Students communicate with intention and purpose.
 They understand that communication can influence, entertain, teach, inspire, and help us make sense of the world and our experiences. They recognize the role the audience plays in constructing meaning, and they make strategic choices to help convey their messages and create their intended impact. They draw from a range of forms, media, and techniques, monitoring and adjusting their approaches and assessing their effects.

Acquiring and presenting information
Students communicate by receiving and presenting information. They inquire into topics of interest and topics related to their studies. They acquire information from a variety of sources, including people, print materials, and media; this may involve listening, viewing, or reading, and requires understanding of how to interpret information. They present information for many purposes and audiences, and their presentations often feature media and technology. 
- From BC’s curriculum/ BC Ministry of Education for K-12. Please ask us if you’d like detailed competencies based on your learner.