Britannia Venture Program

http://britannia.vsb.bc.ca/course_calendar/Venture%20Courses.pdf

http://britannia.vsb.bc.ca/ib_venture/files/Venture%20Brochure.pdf

此课程是相当于IB中学课程，10年级时相当于PRE－IB。

Venture and IB Programs Course Calendars

The Venture Program in grades 8 to 10, and the International Baccalaureate Program in grades 11 and 12, offer students at Britannia unique academic challenges. The IB program is recognized world-wide as the best preparation possible for university study. It includes a full slate of academic coursework, as well as preparation in research and essay-writing, and a commitment to extra-curricular activities through CAS. Students who complete the full Diploma program can obtain preferred admission and advanced credit at most universities. Once there they will find that the skills in communication and thinking they have gained from the IB will help them be successful from the very beginning.

The Venture program serves to prepare students for the demands of the IB program in grades 11 and 12. Courses include expanded content, as well as the skills necessary to be creative and critical thinkers who can communicate ideas effectively and efficiently.

Students interested in the IB program are strongly recommended to join the Venture Program no later than grade 10. Students must make application to both programs. We are looking for a good academic record, a solid work ethic, and a commitment to activities outside the classroom.

APPLICATIONS

Applications to Venture and The International Baccalaureate Program can be found here, or through the school. Call 604-713-8266 or email to ibventure@vsb.bc.ca.

Two challenges that IB and Venture students must deal with to be successful are time management and effective study skills Here are two documents that we feel provide a good start in developing and practicing those skills.

Time Management Tips for High School Students (pdf)

Improve Your Study Skills (pdf)

Venture emphasizes Global Education, that is, the development of social and environmental responsibility, a global understanding and a commitment to excellence.

All Venture classes emphasize common themes across the curriculum, meeting personal challenges,

co-operative learning, integrated projects and field studies beyond the classroom. For students who wish to

eventually pursue the International Baccalaureate program, Venture supplies an excellent foundation. The

program for each grade is as follows;

GRADE 8

Venture 8 English

Venture 8 Social Studies

Venture 8 Science

Venture 8 Mathematics

Venture 8 French

Plus the following integrated courses to complete the grade 8 program:

Applied Skills 8

Fine Arts 8 or Band

Physical Education 8

GRADE 9

Venture 9 English

Venture 9 Scocial studies

Venture 9 Science

Venture 9 Mathematics

Venture 9 French or Mandarin 9

P.E. 9

Plus two electives, one from Fine Arts and one from Applied Skills, to complete the grade 9

program.

GRADE 10

Will offer 2 options;

A DIPLOMA OPTION

A CERTIFICATE OPTION

DIPLOMA OPTION

Venture 10 English

Venture 10 Social Studies

Venture 10 Science

Venture 10 Foundations of Pre-calculus

Venture 10 French or Venture 10 Mandarin

CERTIFICATE OPTION

One or more Venture 10 courses. Acceptance will be based upon your academic record in prerequisite

courses, permission of the the teacher and space available. You must complete and

submit a Venture 10 application.

Additional courses (including Planning 10) to complete a grade 10 program will

be required. It is recommended that Diploma Students obtain a grade 11 Fine

Arts and/or an Applied Skills credit in their grade 10 year.

VENTURE ENGLISH 8 (MEN--08ENR)

Integrated with the expectations of the regular grade eight program, and designed to prepare the young

student for the International Baccalaureate program, Venture 8 examines facets of English Language and

Literature with both broader scope and a more probative depth than the regular program. A thematic

perspective, according to which, works of literature are chosen and facets of language are studied, unifies

and intensifies examination. Field studies compliment the student's engagement with literary projects.

Creative writing is featured within the framework of literary models. The student is challenged to

strengthen and develop expressive capabilities and to enhance comprehension and critical skills. Through

a coordination of individual and group assignments, social and interpersonal skills interface with the

development of research, thinking, writing and speaking skills.

VENTURE ENGLISH 9 (MEN--09ENR)

This course emphasizes the study and appreciation of the various forms of literature, including short

stories, novels, plays, essays and poetry as social criticism. When appropriate, units are coordinated

thematically with other Venture 9 courses. The development and presentation of ideas in written and oral

form, creative and critical thinking skills, and the acquisition of research skills necessary for academic

success are stressed.

Student evaluation is based on achievement in written and oral expression of original argument based on

research, organization, reflection and discussion.

VENTURE ENGLISH 10 (MEN--10ENR)

See I.B. Program section.

Prerequisite: English 9 Enriched or English 9 (teacher recommendation)

This preparatory course for the International Baccalaureate program is strongly recommended for those

intending to apply for I.B. Students not intending to enter the I.B. program, but who wish enrichment, may

also enroll where class size permits.

This course emphasizes world literature, and selections will be read in translation from several cultural

backgrounds and periods of history. A research-based literary essay will be a major component of the

course evaluation. As well, several individual and group presentations that compare international literary

genre will be completed.

Student evaluation will be based on individual and group achievement in written and oral form.

VENTURE SOCIAL STUDIES 8 (MSS--08ENR)

Through experiential learning, which immerses students in the geography, culture and technology of the

region which they are investigating, Venture 8 Social Studies students will study the development of world

history from 500 AD to the late Middle Ages. Students will make imaginary visits to China and India and

meet a teenager from 1290 England.

Present day Canadian society will also be examined, as the class conducts a criminal trial. World current

events will be a substantial focus of this course, and students will refine and practice their critical thinking

skills through oral presentations. Venture 8 Social Studies promotes the development of additional skills

such as co-operation, independent problem solving, creative thinking and essay writing. Course content

will also link with other subject areas, including joint field studies.

VENTURE SOCIAL STUDIES 9 (MSS--09ENR)

The major topics of this course relate of the study of industrialization, the growth of nations, North

America and basic geography skills. Critical thinking, primary source analysis and oral skills will receive

special emphasis. One of the main goals of the course will be to encourage the student to be an

independent learner.

VENTURE SOCIAL STUDIES 10 (MSS--10ENR)

An important goal of the Intenational Baccalaureate program is the development of reflective, knowlegeable

and involved world citizens. Venture Social Studies 10 is designed to provide a learning environment that will

promote this objective. In this course students will be given the opportunities to develop the dispositions,

habits and skills that enhance both creative and critical thinking in the context of examining issues and

problems in the Social Studies field.

The following are some of the Canadian and international themes that will be examined in Venture Social

Studies 10:

1. The Candian Identity

2. Canadian Physical and Economic Geography

3. English-French Relations -- A Historical Perspective

4. Government and Politics

5. Charter of Rights Issues

6. Environmental Geography

7. Local History - Vancouver

8. Holocaust Studies

Current events will be incorporated throughout the course.

The following are the major learning and assessment activities that will be employed in the creative and

critical explorations of the above themes:

- information gathering

- individual presentations

- group work and presentations

- class discussions

- writing assignments

- multi-format projects

- examinations

VENTURE SCIENCE 8 (MSC--08ENR)

In addition to covering material from the provincial Science 8 curriculum, this course will give students an

opportunity to do enriched material, individual experiments and to research various topics using resources

such as computers, the library and the community. Students will develop a variety of laboratory skills, with due

regard for personal safety and the environment. Topics will reinforce the Venture Mathematics 8 course

wherever possible. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and work habits.

VENTURE SCIENCE 9 (MSC--09ENR)

This course stresses the application and enrichment of science concepts in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and

Astronomy. Students will follow the Provincial Science 9 curriculum and do a number of optional units.

Students will be given the opportunity to use community resources to produce individual and group projects.

Science investigations and critical thinking are emphasized. All students are required to participate in the

Britannia Science Fair.

VENTURE SCIENCE 10 (MSC--10ENR)

This course is the preparatory course for the International Baccalaureate program and is strongly

recommended for those intending to apply for I.B. Students not intending to enter the I.B. program, but who

wish enrichment, may also enroll, with teacher permission.

The course is designed for those students with above average ability and interest in science. The course will

follow the Provincial Science 10 Curriculum and introduce enrichment topics from grade 11 I.B. science.

Students will be introduced to I.B. style marking for laboratory reports. Project work will enable students to

develop skills in experimental design. All students are required to participate in the Britannia Science Fair.

VENTURE MATHEMATICS 8 (MMA--08ENR)

This course will cover material from Mathematics 8 and enrich the coverage of topics with extensions in

algebra and geometry. Problem-solving techniques and critical thinking will be highlighted, and the uses of

technological tools such as the graphing calculator will be explored. Topics will reinforce and enhance the

Venture Science 8 course wherever possible. A joint Mathematics/Science field study is also part of this

course. All students will write the Canadian National Mathematics League Contest for grade 8 as well as the

University of Waterloo's Gauss Contest. Capable students may participate in other contests.

VENTURE MATHEMATICS 9 (MMA--09ENR)

This course is a continuation of Venture Mathematics 8. It centres on a formal approach to beginning

algebra, including simplifying expressions, equation solving, inequalities, and graphing linear equations.

Wherever appropriate, extensions into Mathematics 10 topics will be included. All students in this course will

write the Canadian Mathematics Competition Pascal Contest. A scientific calculator is required.

VENTURE FOUNDATIONS OF PRE-CALULUS MATHEMATICS 10 (MFMP-10ENR)

See I.B. Program Section.

Prerequisite: Venture Mathematics 9 or Mathematics 9 with Teacher Recommendation.

This course is the preparatory course for the International Baccalaureate Program and is strongly

recommended for those intending to apply for I.B. As such, students will complete all topics from

Mathematics 10 but to a greater depth. As time permits, extra study in pre-IB topics will be included. Students

not intending to enter the I.B. program but who wish enrichment may also enroll in Venture Mathematics 10,

provided space exists.

All students in this course will write the Canadian Mathematics Competition’s Cayley Exam for Grade 10.

A scientific calculator is required.

VENTURE FRENCH 8 (MFR--08ENR)

Prerequisite: Elementary French

This course is intended for students who have already had some French at the elementary level and who also

feel the need for a challenge with the Venture Program. Venture French 8 stesses oral communication

as well as written and comprehension activities. Students are exposed to a variety of stimulating authentic

materials from countries where French is spoken. Students learn French and learn about the culture while

interacting and having fun. Students enrolled in Venture French 8 are recommended to have a workbook that is available for a material fee of approximately $15.