Issues in Canadian Geography (9)
A. Geographic Inquiry
- use the geographic inquiry process and the concepts of geographic thinking when investigating issues relating to Canadian geography
- see inquiry process chart on page 107 of curriculum document
- formulate questions about geography
- research and test geographical questions and theories
- create an artifact related to geography that reflects student learning
- share information about a geographical topic
B-E Topics in Geography
B: Interactions in the Physical Environment
C: Managing Canada’s Resources and Industries
D. Changing Populations
E. Liveable Communities
- Due to the topic focused nature of these strands, IBL projects can take the form of the study of an entire strand, with teachers front-loading strand terminology and content, then students exploring inquiry topics within the context of the strand spectrum.
Ontario Curriculum Documents, grades 9&10 (Canadian and World Studies)
Growing Success: Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting in Ontario Schools