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Grade 10
CHC2DI
Canadian History Since World War I, Grade 10, Academic
This course explores social, economic, and political developments and events and their impact on the lives of different groups in Canada since 1914. Students will examine the role of conflict and cooperation in Canadian society, Canada’s evolving role within the global community, and the impact of various individuals, organizations, and events on Canadian identity, citizenship, and heritage. They will develop their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating key issues and events in Canadian history since 1914.
CHV2OH
Civics and Citizenship, Grade 10, Open
This course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a democratic society. Students will explore issues of civic importance and the influence of social media, while developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the local, national, and/or global community. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking and the political inquiry process to investigate, and express informed opinions about, a range of political issues and developments that are both of significance in today’s world and of personal interest to them. This course also includes learning on digital literacy and critical-thinking skills, the mechanisms of government, Indigenous governance systems and structures, the historical foundations of the rights and freedoms we enjoy in Canada, ways in which government policy affects individuals’ lives and the economy, and ways for students to serve their communities.
Grade 11
CHW3MI
World History to the Fifteenth Century, Grade 11, University/College Preparation
This course explores the history of various societies around the world, from earliest times to around 1500 CE. Students will examine life in and the legacy of various ancient and pre-modern societies throughout the world, including those in, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Students will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating social, political, and economic structures and historical forces at work in various societies and in different historical eras.
CLU3MI
Canadian Law
In this course, students explore Canadian law and the Canadian legal system. Students will examine the rights and freedoms of Canadians, and the various elements of our legal system, including family, contract, and criminal law. The criminal law unit is a highlight of this course – students will explore a variety of famous criminals, examine why people commit crimes, participate in a criminal mock trial, and visit the Waterloo Region courthouse to experience criminal proceedings firsthand. This course is full of interesting discussions, debates, and interactive activities to help you learn about the law, and the skills we learn are excellent preparation for your Grade 12 coursework.
Grade 12
CHY4CI
World History since the Fifteenth Century, Grade 12, College Preparation
This course explores key developments and events in world history since approximately 1450, with a focus on interactions within and between various regions. Students will examine social, economic, and political developments and how they have affected different peoples. Students will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating key turning points in world history and historical forces that have shaped our world.
CHY4UI
World History since the Fifteenth Century, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course traces major developments and events in world history since approximately 1450. Students will explore social, economic, and political changes, the historical roots of contemporary issues, and the role of conflict and cooperation in global interrelationships. They will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, as they investigate key issues and assess societal progress or decline in world history.
CHM4EI
Adventures in World History, Grade 12, Workplace Preparation
This course examines significant developments and events in world history from earliest times to the present. Students will explore social, economic, and political forces in different times and places, and how technology, art, and religion have helped shape people’s lives and identities. Students will apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating a variety of human experiences in world history.
CIA4UI
Analyzing Current Economic Issues, Grade 12, University Preparation
In this course, students explore the economy and how it functions through a variety of real-world and current examples. Do you want to know why you can’t get tickets to a Taylor Swift concert, or what this inflation business is really all about? Economics is the course for you. Students will learn the key principles of economics through interactive activities, simulations and discussions about current events. Students will culminate their learning by completing a student-driven inquiry project on an economic issue of personal interest to them. This course is essential preparation for students considering studying business in post-secondary, and is also excellent preparation for social science and humanities pathways.
CLN4UI
Canadian and International Law, Grade 12, University Preparation
This course explores a variety of current issues in both Canadian and international law. Students will analyze the principles of law and justice through examination of Canadian (ex. the Freedom Convoy, Charter Challenges) and international (ex. the Russia-Ukraine conflict, genocide and crimes against humanity) legal issues. They will demonstrate their learning through interactive activities, debates, mock trials, and a student-driven inquiry project on a legal issue of personal interest to them. Research skills developed in this course are excellent preparation for success in post-secondary education.
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