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History, Politics, Social Sciences
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.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Open
GRADE: 10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take GLC2O1 - Career Studies - Grade 10 Open
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.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Academic
GRADE: 10
History - Grade 10 Locally Developed
CHC2L1
This course focuses on the connections between the student and key people, events, and themes in Canadian history from World War I to the present. Students prepare for the Grades 11 and 12 Workplace Preparation history courses through the development and extension of historical literacy and inquiry skills. Students explore a variety of topics highlighting individuals and events that have contributed to the story of Canada. The major themes of Canadian identity, internal and external relationships, and changes since 1914, are explored through guided investigation. Students have the opportunity to extend analytical skills with a focus on identifying and interpreting events and perspectives and making connections. Students practice reading, writing, visual, and oral literacy skills, and mathematical literacy skills to identify and communicate ideas in a variety of forms.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Locally-Developed
GRADE: 10
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take ENG2L1 - LDCC English - Grade 10 Locally Developed
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.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Applied
GRADE: 10
American History - Grade 11 University
CHA3U1
This course explores key aspects of the social, economic, and political development of the United States from pre-contact to the present. Students will examine the contributions of groups and individuals to the country’s evolution and will explore the historical context of key issues, trends, and events that have had an impact on the United States, its identity and culture, and its role in the global community. 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 various forces that helped shape American history.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: Canadian History since World War I - Grade 10 Academic or Applied
History - West and the World - Grade 12 University
CHY4U1
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. They will use critical-thinking and communication skills to investigate the historical roots of contemporary issues and present their conclusions.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Any University or University/College preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English or Canadian and World Studies.
Making Economic Choices  - Grade 12 Workplace
CIC4E1
This course provides students with a fundamental understanding of a variety of key economic issues and practices, helping them develop their ability to make informed economic choices in their day-to-day lives. Students will examine practical financial matters, such as personal budgeting, taxes, credit and debt, and savings and investment, as well as various economic issues, such as those related to the underground economy, economic inequality, and consumer behaviour. Students will apply the concepts of economic thinking, the economic inquiry process, and economic models to investigate various economic issues and structures and to analyse the impact of economic decisions.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Workplace
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Any University or University/College preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English or Canadian and World Studies.
 
 
World Cultures – Grade 12 Workplace
HSC4M1
This course explores key aspects of the social, economic, and political development of the United States from pre-contact to the present. Students will examine the contributions of groups and individuals to the country’s evolution and will explore the historical context of key issues, trends, and events that have had an impact on the United States, its identity and culture, and its role in the global community. 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 various forces that helped shape American history.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Canadian History since World War I - Grade 10 Academic or Applied
Law–Canadian and International Law - Grade 12 University
CLN4U1
This course explores a range of contemporary legal issues and how they are addressed in both Canadian and international law. Students will develop an understanding of the principles of Canadian and international law and of issues related to human rights and freedoms, conflict resolution, and criminal, environmental, and workplace law, both in Canada and internationally. Students will apply the concepts of legal thinking and the legal studies inquiry process, and will develop legal reasoning skills, when investigating these and other issues in both Canadian and international contexts.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Any University or University/College preparation course in social sciences and humanities, English or Canadian and World Studies.
 
 
 
Intro to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology - Grade 11 University
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 scientists. They will be given opportunities to explore theories from a variety of perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of issues within the three disciplines.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: The Grade 10 academic course in English, or the Grade 10 academic history course (Canadian and world studies)
Intro to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology - Grade 11 College
HSP3C1
This course introduces students to theories, questions, and issues related to anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students learn about approaches and research methods used by social scientists. Students will be given opportunities to apply theories from a variety of perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current issues within the three disciplines.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: College
GRADE: 11
PREREQUISITE: None
Canadian and International Politics - Grade 12 University
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.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: University
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities
Adventures in World History – Grade 12 Workplace
CHM4E1
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.
CREDIT: 1
TYPE: Workplace
GRADE: 12
PREREQUISITE: Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic or Applied, or the locally developed compulsory course (LDCC) in Canadian history
 
 
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