Canadian History Since WWI CHC2P

This course explores some of the pivotal 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.

Multimedia Resources

Learn360 is an Online Video Library that has more than 9,000 educational videos, P-12 in a variety of subject areas, that can viewed online. Content includes: documentaries from the CBC, National Geographic, A&E, Sunburst, Learning Zone Express, Weston Woods and TV Ontario.

Students:

The Online Video Library is a valuable research tool students can use for conducting research and gathering information, great for student projects or assignments! Students can search for videos on a variety of topics and watch them online.

How to:

1. Go to Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board https://www.kprschools.ca/en.html and select Students

2. Navigate to KPR Students Portal from Learning Resources Link

3. Identify and select Virtual Library application (Password: kprlibrary) and choose 9-12 backpack

4. Click on the Streaming Video tab to link to Learn360

***Student home access:

Username: kawarthapinerdsb

Password: digital

Bibliography Tool Online:

Using Citation Machine or BibMe Citation Generator will help to integrate referencing into your research and writing routine; turning a time-consuming ordeal into a simple task.


Lesson 1: Canada, 1900-1914


Lesson 2: The War Begins


Lesson 3: Land Warfare


Lesson 4: Sea and Air Warfare


Lesson 5: The Home Front


Lesson 6: The War Ends


Lesson 7: The Roaring Twenties


Lesson 8: The Dirty Thirties


Study Unit: Demonstrating Respect through Understanding and Taking Action


Lesson 9: The Road to World War II


Lesson 10: Germany Strikes

The Battle of Britain Part 1 to 5/5


Lesson 11: World War II at Sea


Lesson 12: Japan Strikes


Lesson 13: The Holocaust


Lesson 14: D-Day


Lesson 15: World War II Ends


Study Unit: First Nations Contributions to WWI and WWII


Lesson 16: The Cold War


Lesson 17: Korean War & Cuban Missile Crisis


Lesson 18: Race for Space


Lesson 19: French & English Canadian Relations


Lesson 20: Advancements since the 1950s


Culminating Activity: The Ultimate "Top Ten" List