The Communications 11 and 12 is an alternative to English 11 and 12. The focus of this curriculum is to strengthen students' basic skills in comprehending and producing language so that they are able to use language competently to understand and respond to communications in spoken, written, and visual forms. In these courses, students learn to use language appropriate to the situation, audience, and purpose in their lives and in the workplace. Students also explore Canadian and world literature as a way of understanding their literary and multicultural heritage. Communications 11 and 12 is designed for students who do not plan to pursue academic studies beyond Grade 12.