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Canadian History in the Twentieth Century, Grade 10 Essential |CHC2L1
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Canadian History in the Twentieth Century, Grade 10 Academic |CHC2D1
The course explores Canadian participation in global events and traces our development as a country through changes in population, economy and technology. Students will analyze the elements that constitute Canadian identity, learn the stories of both individuals and communities, and study the evolution of political and social structures. Students will learn about differing interpretations of the past and will come to understand the importance in historical studies of chronology and cause-and-effect relationships. They will also learn to develop and support a thesis, conduct research and analysis and effectively communicate the results of their inquiries.
Canadian History in the Twentieth Century, Grade 10 |CHC2P1
This course traces Canadian history from Wilfred Laurier’s pronouncement that the twentieth century belongs to Canada to the United Nations recognition of Canada as one of the best countries in which to live. Students will learn about various expressions of Canadian identity, the stories of individuals and communities and changes in political and social structures. Students will discover the importance in historical studies of chronology and cause-and-effect relationships. As well they be given opportunities to formulate appropriate questions develop informed and present information
Civics, Grade (Open) |CHV207
This course explores what it means to be an informed participating citizen in a democratic society. Students will learn about the elements of democracy and the meaning of democratic citizenship in local, national, national and global contexts. In addition, students will learn about social change, examine decision-making process in Canada, explore their own and others beliefs and perspectives on civics questions, and learn how to think and act critically and creatively about public issues.
This is a half credit compulsory course, which is taken as a package with (GLC201)
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World History to the Sixteenth Century, Grade 11 University, and College preparation |CHW3M
This course investigates the history of humanity from earliest times in the sixteenth century. Students will analyze diver’s elements of diverse societies from around the world, with particular, cultural and economic structures and historical forces that form the foundation of the modern world. They will examine the influence of selected individuals and groups as well as particular innovations and will develop skills of historical inquiry organizations analysis and communication.
American History, Grade 11 University preparation |CHA3U1
This course examines the development of American social political and economic structures from colonial times to the present. Students will analyze the chronology of events and evaluate the roles played by specific individuals and groups throughout American history. Students will conduct research and analysis and communicate in a variety of ways, their knowledge and understanding of the country that is Canada’s closest neighbor and most important cultural influence and economic partner.
Contemporary Studies courses Philosophy: The Big Questions, Grade 11 Open |HZB30
This course addresses three (or more) of the following questions: What is a person? What is a meaningful life? What are good and evil? What is a just society? What is human knowledge? How do we know what is beautiful in art, music, and literature? Students will learn critical-thinking skills in evaluating philosophical arguments related to these questions, as well as skills used in researching and investigating various topics in philosophy.
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology, Grade 11 University/College Preparation |HSP3M
This course introduces the theories, questions and issues that are the major concerns of anthropology, psychology and sociology. Students will develop an understanding of the way social scientists approach the topics they study and the research methods they employ. Students will be given opportunities to explore theories from a variety of perspectives and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of issues that have captured the interest of classical and contemporary social scientist in the three disciplines.
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Grade 12, Canadian And World Politics (University Preparation) | CPW4U1
This course examine national and international political issues from a variety of perspectives. Students will learn about rights and responsibilities of individuals, groups, and states within the international community; analyze the different ways in which Canada tries to settle its conflicts with other nations; and evaluate the role of nationalist and internationalist ideologies in shaping relations among states.
Grade 12, World History: The West and the World | CHY4U1
(University/College Preparation)
This course investigates the major trends in Western Civilization and world history from the sixteenth century to the present. Students will learn about the interaction between the emerging West and other regions of the world and about the development of modern social, political, and economic systems. The skills and knowledge developed in this course will enable the student to understand and appreciate both the character of historical change and the historical roots of contemporary issues.
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social science and humanities.
Grade 12, Classical Civilization (University Preparation) | LVV4U1
This course allows students to explore the beliefs and achievements of the ancient world, which have shaped Western thought and civilization. Students will investigate such aspects of classical culture as its mythology, art, literature and philosophy, as well as elements of ancient Greek and Latin, through a variety of activities such as dramatizations, audio-visual presentations, and discussions. By reading classical authors in English and examining archaeological evidence, students will enhance both their communication skills and their ability to think critically and creatively.
Prerequisite: ENG2D or ENG2P
Grade 12, Canada: History, Identity and Culture (University Preparation) | CHI4U1
This course examines the evolution of a Canadian national identity. Students will learn how modern Canada was shaped by the interaction among Aboriginal peoples, the French, the English, and subsequent immigrant group. This course will enable students to evaluate major social, economic and political changes in Canadian history from pre-contact to the present. The understanding will allow them to formulate a definition of what it means to be Canadian.
Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social science and humanities.
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