Courses
Canadian & World Studies - History
Canadian History in the 20th Century CHC2D
Grade 10, Academic
This course explores the local, national, and global forces that have shaped
Canada's national identity from World War I to the present. Students will
investigate the challenges presented by economic, social, and technological
changes and explore the contributions of individuals and groups to Canadian
culture and society during this period. Students will use critical-thinking
and communication skills to evaluate various interpretations of the issues
and events of the period and to present their own points of view.
Prerequisite: None
Canadian History in the 20th Century CHC2P
Grade 10, Applied
This course explores some of the 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.
Prerequisite: None
Civics (Half Credit) CHV2O
Grade 10, Open .5 Credit
This course explores what it means to be an informed, participating citizen
in a democratic society. Students will learn about the elements of democracy
in local, national, and global contexts, about political reactions to social
change, and about political decision-making processes in Canada. They will
explore their own and others' ideas about civics questions and learn how to
think critically about public issues and react responsibly to them.
Prerequisite: None
American History CHA3U
Grade 11, University Preparation
This course traces the social, economic, and political development of the
United States from colonial times to the present. Students will examine issues
of diversity, identity, and culture that have influenced the country's social
and political formation and will consider the implications of its expansion
into a global superpower. Students will use critical-thinking and communication
skills to determine causal relationships, evaluate multiple perspectives,
and present their own points of view.
Prerequisite: CHC2D/P
World History to the 16th Century CHW3M
Grade 11, University/College Preparation
This course investigates the history of humanity from earliest times to the
sixteenth century. Students will analyse diverse societies from around the
world, with an emphasis on the political, cultural, and economic structures
and historical forces that have shaped the modern world. They will apply historical
inquiry, critical-thinking, and communication skills to evaluate the influence
of selected individuals, groups, and innovations and present their conclusions.
Prerequisite: CHC2D/P
Twentieth Century History through Film IDC3O1
Grade 11, Open
This course is for students with a special interest in the events and people
of the 20th century global world. Using the research and thinking skills of
the historian, students will explore how filmmakers have interpreted events
such as the world wars, revolutions in Russia and major 20th century movements.
Students will also cirtically analyze the role of film as a means of interpreting
one's time period. Hollywood and foriegh films and documentaries will be anlayzed.
Prerequisite: CHC2D/P
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology HSP3M
Grade 11, University/College Preparation
This course introduces the theories, questions, and issues that are the major
concerns of anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students will develop
an understanding of the way social scientists approach the topics they study
and the research methods they employ. Students will be given opportunities
to explore theories from a variety of perspectives and to become familiar
with current thinking on a range of issues that have captured the interest
of classical and contemporary social scientists in the three disciplines.
Course fee: $10.00
Prerequisite: None
World Religions: Beliefs, Issues and Religious Traditions
HRT3M
Grade 11, University/College Preparation
This course introduces students to the range and diversity of world religions.
Students learn about the teachings and traditions of a variety of religions,
the place and function of religion in human experience and the influence of
a broad range of religious beliefs and practices on contemporary society.
Prerequisite: CHC2D/P
Canada: History, Identity, and Culture CHI4U
Grade 12, University Preparation
This course explores the challenges associated with the formation of a Canadian
national identity. Students will examine the social, political, and economic
forces that have shaped Canada from the pre-contact period to the present
and will investigate the historical roots of contemporary issues from a variety
of perspectives. Students will use critical-thinking and communication skills
to consider events and ideas in historical context, debate issues of culture
and identity, and present their own views.
Prerequisite: Any U or U/C course in Canadian & world Studies, English
or Social Science & Humanities
World History: The West and the World CHY4U
Grade 12, University Preparation
This course investigates the major trends in Western civilization and world
history from the sixteenth century to the present. Students will learn about
the interaction between the emerging West and other regions of the world and
about the development of modern social, political, and economic systems. They
will use critical-thinking and communication skills to investigate the historical
roots of contemporary issues and present their conclusions.
Prerequisite: Any U or U/C course in Canadian & World Studies, English
or social Science & Hamanities.
Adventures in World History CHM4E
Grade 12, Workplace Preparation
This course explores a variety of human experiences in world history from
earliest times to the present. Students will learn about a wide range of societies
and cultures, examining such things as systems of government, technological
developments, work, art, and religion. Students will apply methods of research
and inquiry to examine human societies in many different times and places
and to communicate points of view about their findings.
Prerequisite: CHC2D/P
Analysing Current Economic Issues CIA4U
Grade 12, University Preparation
This course investigates the nature of the competitive global economy and
explores how individuals and societies can gain the information they need
to make appropriate economic decisions. Students will learn about the principles
of micro- and macroeconomics, apply economic models and concepts to interpret
economic information, assess the validity of statistics, and investigate marketplace
dynamics. Students will use economic inquiry and communication skills to analyse
current economic issues, make informed judgements, and present their findings.
Prerequisite: Any U or U/C course in Canadian & World Studies, English
or Social Science & Hamanities.
Challenge and Change in Society HSB4M
Grade 12, University/College Preparation
This course examines the theories and methodologies used in anthropology,
psychology, and sociology to investigate and explain shifts in knowledge,
attitudes, beliefs, and behaviour and their impact on society. Students will
analyse cultural, social, and biological patterns in human societies, looking
at the ways in which those patterns change over time. Students will also explore
the ideas of classical and contemporary social theorists, and will apply those
ideas to the analysis of contemporary trends.
Course Fee: $10.00
Prerequisite: Any U or U/C course in Canadian & World Studies, English
or Social Science &
Philosophy: Questions and Theories HZT4U
Grade 12, University Preparation
This course addresses three (or more) of the main areas of philosophy: metaphysics,
logic, epistemology, ethics, social and political philosophy, and aesthetics.
Students will learn critical-thinking skills, the main ideas expressed by
philosophers from a variety of the world's traditions, how to develop and
explain their own philosophical ideas, and how to apply those ideas to contemporary
social issues and personal experiences. The course will also help students
refine skills used in researching and investigating topics in philosophy.
Prerequisite: Any U or U/C course in Canadian & World Studies, English
or Social Science & Hamanities