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Social Studies 9
The focus of Grade 9 is The Growth of Nations. It builds
on the themes developed in Grade 8 and introduces the Canadian
strand. The geography of North America is studied as it
relates to the development of early Native cultures and
the settlement of Canada in New France and British North
America to 1815. The concept of democracy is studied by
investigating the background and events of the English,
French, and American revolutions. Industrialization is studied
from its beginnings in England and North America to its
effects in the world today. Current events are an on-going
activity in the course as emergent local, provincial, national
and international events, and situations are examined and
analyzed.
he overall theme of Social Studies is to help develop active, critical, citizens. By studying the development of societies (Canada and the World), Social Studies provides the knowledge, but more importantly, develops the skills and attitudes necessary to become effective participants in a democratic society. Students need a challenging supportive environment in which to learn. It is the goal of the Social Studies department to offer all students at all learning levels this opportunity. Through a multi-faceted approach, students will develop their research, organizational, and communication skills, enhance problem-solving abilities, exercise creative and critical thinking, and develop their awareness of their roles, rights, and responsibilities as individuals and citizens.
Social Studies 9 (109)
The focus of Grade 9 is The Growth of Nations. It builds on the themes developed in Grade 8 and introduces the Canadian strand. The geography of North America is studied as it relates to the development of early Native cultures and the settlement of Canada in New France and British North America to 1815. The concept of democracy is studied by investigating the background and events of the English, French, and American revolutions. Industrialization is studied from its beginnings in England and North America to its effects in the world today. Current events are an on-going activity in the course as emergent local, provincial, national and international events, and situations are examined and analyzed.
Social Studies 10 (209) (SS 10)
Social Studies 10 continues to build upon themes developed in earlier grades and focuses on the development of Canada as a nation, with an emphasis on the development of Western Canada. A central theme of the course is the examination of forces that have shaped, and continue to shape, Canada and Canadians. A second major theme explores Canada’s cultural heritage. A third important theme focuses on Canada’s role in a changing world. This course highlights the political, social and economic forces in Eastern Canada that led to Confederation in 1867 and focuses on historical and economic developments in Western Canada.
Social Studies 11 (309) (SS 11)
The overall theme of Social Studies is to help develop active, critical citizens. Building on earlier grades, Social Studies 11 provides the knowledge, but more importantly, develops the skills and attitudes to become effective participants in a democratic society. In Grade 11, by examining the structure of Canadian government and politics and by investigating the historical development of current Canadian and world issues, students can develop an understanding of their place in an increasingly interconnected and complex world. We will look at the development of our society through two world wars, immigration, our relations with U.S., regionalism, and global peacekeeping. We will also investigate such major concerns as population growth, the distribution of resources, and the impact of industrialization and technology on contemporary society. Social Studies 11 has a provincial exam worth 20% of the final mark
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