Unit 1:Integrated Concepts and Process Skills (ICPS)
These outcomes are not meant to be a discrete unit of work which is to be allotted a specific amount of time to complete. Rather, they should be integrated with the outcomes in units two through five.
1.0 explain how democratic principles and civic engagement can influence the human
experience
1.1 explain the principles upon which Canadian democracy is based
1.2 collaborate to achieve a common goal
1.3 be able to act to improve the human experience
2.0 analyze information, events, ideas, issues, places, and trends to understand how they
influence the human experience
2.1 evaluate evidence
2.2 make comparisons
2.3 determine cause and consequence
2.4 determine significance
2.5 explain perspectives
2.6 make value judgments
3.0 respond to significant issues influencing the human experience
3.1 frame questions to focus an inquiry
3.2 gather and organize information
3.3 interpret, analyze, and evaluate information
3.4 develop rational conclusions supported by evidence
3.5 communicate perspectives and conclusions