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Grade 10


 
Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic (CHC2D1)

 
This course explores the local, national, and global forces that have shaped Canada's national identity from World War I to the present. Students will investigate the challenges presented by economic, social, and technological changes and explore the contributions of individuals and groups to Canadian culture and society during this period. Students will use critical-thinking and communication skills to evaluate various interpretations of the issues and events of the period and to present their own points of view.
Prerequisites: None
 
   
Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Applied (CHC2P1)

 
This course explores some of the events and experiences that have influenced the development of Canada's identity as a nation from World War I to the present. By examining how the country has responded to economic, social, and technological changes and how individuals and groups have contributed to Canadian culture and society during this period, students will develop their ability to make connections between historical and current events. Students will have opportunities to formulate questions, locate information, develop informed opinions, and present ideas about the central issues and events of the period.  
Prerequisites: None

 
Civics, Grade 10, Open (CHV2O1)

 
This course explores what it means to be an informed, participating citizen in a democratic society. Students will learn about the elements of democracy in local, national, and global contexts, about political reactions to social change, and about political decision-making processes in Canada. They will explore their own and others' ideas about civics questions and learn how to think critically about public issues and react responsibly to them.
Prerequisites: None



 

 

Grade 11


Introduction  to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology, Grade 11 University Preparation (HSP3U1)

This course provides students with opportunities to think critically about theories, questions and issues related to anthropology, psychology and sociology. students will develop an understanding of the approaches and research methods used by social scientist. they will be given opportunities to explore theories from a varying perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of issues within the three disciplines. 
Prerequisite: The grade 10 academic course in English or the grade 10 academic history course (Canadian and World Studies)
 
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology, Grade 11 College Preparation (HSP3C1)

This course introduces students to theories, questions and issues related to anthropology, sociology. Students learn about approaches and research methods used by social scientists. Students will be given opportunities to apply theories from a vary of perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current issues within the three disciplines.
Prerequisite: The grade 10 academic course in English or the grade 10 academic/applied history course (Canadian and World Studies)
 
 
American History, Grade 11, University Preparation (CHA3U1)

 
This course traces the social, economic, and political development of the United States from colonial times to the present. Students will examine issues of diversity, identity, and culture that have influenced the country's social and political formation and will consider the implications of its expansion into a global superpower. Students will use critical-thinking and communication skills to determine causal relationships, evaluate multiple perspectives, and present their own points of view.
Prerequisite: The grade 10 academic course in English or the grade 10 academic history course (Canadian and World Studies)​
 
 
World History to the Sixteenth Century, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (CHW3M1)

 
This course investigates the history of humanity from earliest times to the sixteenth century. Students will analyze diverse societies from around the world, with an emphasis on the political, cultural, and economic structures and historical forces that have shaped the modern world. They will apply historical inquiry, critical-thinking, and communication skills to evaluate the influence of selected individuals, groups, and innovations and present their own conclusions.
Prerequisite: The grade 10 academic course in English or the grade 10 academic/applied history course (Canadian and World Studies)​​
 
 
The Individual and the Economy, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (CIE3M1)

 
This course examines the changing Canadian economy and helps students develop an understanding of their own role as economic agents. Students will apply economic models and
concepts to assess the roles of the various stakeholders in the Canadian economy and analyze
the interactions among them. Students will consider the economic behavior of the individual
as consumer, contributor, and citizen in a mixed economy and will apply economic inquiry,
critical-thinking, and communication skills to make and defend informed economic decisions.
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Canadian History Since World War I, Academic or Applied

Equity, Diversity and Social Justice, Grade 11 Workplace Preparation (HSE3E1)

This course enables students to develop an understanding of historical and contemporary issues relating to equity, diversity, and social justice in a variety of contexts. Students will explore the nature of diversity and power relations in Canada and how social norms shape individual identity. They will learn about social activism and how to address situations that involve discrimination, harassment, and denial of rights. Students will develop and apply research skills and will design and implement a social action initiative relating to an equity, diversity, or social justice issue. 
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Canadian History Since World War 1, Academic or Applied
 

 
 
 

 
Grade 12  


 
​Adventures in World History, Grade 12 Workplace Preparation (CHM4E)

This course examines significant developments and events in world history from earliest times to the present. Students will explore a variety of social, cultural, economic, and political developments in different regions of the world and during different periods. In addition to investigating how conflict, religion, work, and technology have helped shape people’s lives, students will examine the contributions of some significant individuals to our global heritage. Students will apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating a variety of human experiences in world history. 
Prerequisite: Grade 10 Canadian History Since World War 1, Academic or Applied

 
World History: The West and the World, Grade 12, University Preparation (CHY4U1)

 
This course traces major developments and events in world history since approximately 1450. Students will explore social, economic, and political changes, the historical roots of contemporary issues, and the role of conflict and cooperation in global interrelationships. They will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, as they investigate key issues and ideas and assess societal progress or decline in world history. 
Prerequisiste: Any grade 11 university, university/college, or college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities.

World History: The West and the World, Grade 12, College Preparation (CHY4C1)

This course explores key developments and events in world history since approximately 1450, with a focus on interactions within and between various regions. Students will examine social, economic, and political developments and how they have affected different peoples.Students will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating key turning points in world history and historical forces that have shaped our world.
Prerequisite: Any grade 11 university, university/college, or college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities
 
   
Analyzing Current Economic Issues, Grade 12, University Preparation (CIA4U1)

 
This course investigates the nature of the competitive global economy and explores how 
individuals and societies can gain the information they need to make appropriate economic
decisions. Students will learn about the principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics,
apply economic models and concepts to interpret economic information, assess the validity of
statistics, and investigate marketplace dynamics. Students will use economic inquiry and communication skills to analyze current economic issues, make informed judgments, and present their findings.
Prerequisite: Any grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world
studies, English, or social sciences and humanities.
 
   

Challenge and Change in society, Grade 12 University Preparation (HSB4U1) 

 
This course focuses on the use of social science theories, perspectives and methodologies to investigate and explain the shifts in knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviour and their impact on society. Students will critically analyze how and why cultural, social and behavioural patterns change over time. They will explore the ideas of social theorists and use those ideas to analyze causes and responses to challenge such as technological change, deviance and global inequalities. Students will explore ways in which social science research methods can be used to study social change.   
Prerequisite: Any grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies.   

 

Philosophy: Questions and Theories, Grade 12 University Preparation (HZT4U1)

 
This course addresses three (or more) of the main areas of philosophy: metaphysics, logic, epistemology, ethics, social and political philosophy, and aesthetics. Students will learn critical-thinking skills, the main ideas expressed by philosophers from a variety of the world's traditions, how to develop and explain their own philosophical ideas, and how to apply those ideas to contemporary social issues and personal experiences. The course will also help students refine skills used in researching and investigating topics in philosophy.  
Prerequisite: Any grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies. 

Canadian and International Politics, Grade 12 University Preparation (CPW4U1)

This course explores various perspectives on issues in Canadian and world politics. Students will explore political decision making and ways in which individuals, stakeholder groups, and various institutions, including governments, multinational corporations, and non-governmental organizations, respond to and work to address domestic and international issues. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking and the political inquiry process to investigate issues, events, and developments of national and international political importance, and to develop and communicate informed opinions about them. 
Prerequisite: Any grade 11 university or university/college preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies. 
 

 
   

 

 
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