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Mr. Daniel Hughes

Social 9, 10, 11 & 12

Social Studies Pathways

Social Studies course offerings at St. Isidore.

Social Studies 9
Prerequisite: None

Welcome to the Social Studies program at SILC. Students begin their journey through our Social Studies program with an exploration of government and its interactions with the Canadian people. All levels of government are examined and the implications of policies on the populations of Canada. At the Social 9 level students will begin the process of practice and feedback on written and also multiple choice assessments.

Social Studies 10-1 (5 Credits)
Prerequisite: 60%, Strongly Recommended 65% in Social Studies 9

Students will explore multiple perspectives on the origins of globalization and the local, national and international impacts of globalization on lands, cultures, economics, human rights and quality of life. Students will examine the relationships among globalization, citizenship and identity to enhance skills for citizenship in a globalizing world. The infusion of multiple perspectives will allow students to examine the effects of globalization on peoples in Canada and throughout the world, including the impact on Aboriginal and Francophone communities.

Social Studies 10-2 (5 Credits)
Recommended 65% in Social Studies 9

Students will explore historical aspects of globalization as well as the effects of globalization on lands, cultures, human rights and quality of life. Students will explore the relationships among globalization, citizenship and identity. The infusions of multiple perspectives will allow students to examine the effects of globalization on peoples in Canada and other locations, including the impact on Aboriginal and Francophone communities. Students will develop skills to respond to issues emerging in an increasingly globalized world.

Social Studies 20-1
Prerequisite: 60%, Strongly Recommended 65% in Social Studies 10-1

Students will explore the complexities of nationalism in Canadian and international contexts. They will study the origins of nationalism and the influence of nationalism on regional, national and global relations. The infusion of multiple perspectives will allow students to develop understandings of nationalism and how nationalism contributes to the citizenship and identities of peoples in Canada.

Social Studies 20-2
Prerequisite: 50% in Social Studies 10-2

Students will examine historical and contemporary understandings of nationalism in Canada and the world. They will explore the origins of nationalism as well as the impacts of nationalism on individuals and communities in Canada and other locations. Examples of nationalism, ultranationalism, supranaturalism and internationalism will be examined from multiple perspectives. Students will develop personal and civic responses to emergent issues related to nationalism

Social Studies 30-1
Prerequisite: 60%, Strongly Recommended 65% in Social Studies 20-1

Students will explore the origins and complexities of ideologies and examine multiple perspectives regarding the principles of classical and modern liberalism. An analysis of various political and economic systems will allow students to assess the viability of the principles of liberalism. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emerging global issues

Social Studies 30-2
Prerequisite: 50% in Social Studies 20-2

Students will examine the origins, values and components of competing ideologies. They will explore multiple perspective regarding relationships among individualism, liberalism, the common good and collectivism. An examination of various political and economic systems will allow students to determine the viability of the values of liberalism. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emerging global issues

Social Class FAQs

What is the purpose of Social Studies?
In general, Social Studies provides opportunities for students to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge that will enable them to become engaged, active, informed and responsible citizens. Social Studies aims to provide recognition and respect for individual and collective identity as it is essential in a pluralistic and democratic society. Social studies helps students develop their sense of self and community, encouraging them to affirm their place as citizens in an inclusive, democratic society. Here at St. Isidore, our courses also include a strong integration of Catholic faith throughout the content.

Which Social Studies Pathway is the right one for me?
Social Studies 30 is a graduation requirement for all students in Alberta, and therefore there are two available streams: Social 30-1 and Social 30-2. Both courses explore the origins and complexities of ideologies and examine multiple perspectives regarding the principles of classical and modern liberalism, but the Social Studies 30-1 stream is focused on preparing students for post-secondary humanities courses. The primary difference between the two offered courses is the higher expectations for student written work in the Social 30-1 academic stream.

What kind of assignments exist in Social Studies?
Social Studies courses will generally consist of written assessments, quizzes, and current events assignments, which are key components of curricular outcomes. Written assessments will generally consist of Source Analyses and Written Essay Responses, which are intended to test a student's ability to critically analyze, evaluate, and argue a position.

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