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Curriculum
Humanities 8
Humanities 8 is a very unique case for Social Studies fusion of English and Socials.
Therefore, not a lot of uniquely Social Studies aspects can be covered in depth.
Or at least that's what one might think! In reality, it's a course that spans two whole semesters, giving students all the time they need to understand both topics.
The 7th century to the 1750s are big components of this course, as well as the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, geography and analyzing general causes and consequences.
Social Studies 9
Social Studies 9 is the first lone Socials course since Humanities 8 to be introduced into the curriculum.
Western Civilization from the 17th - 19th centuries are the main areas of focus for Socials 9 students, aiming to better understand Canada pre-confederation.
Nationalism, colonialism, imperialism and general causes and consequences relating to cultural, political and economic shifts will also be explored.
Social Studies 10
Social Studies 10 focuses on cultivating inquiry skills and effectively communicating ideas.
Development/function of political institutions, political and economic ideologies, discriminatory policies are the topics covered in this section.
Canada's role in the world's economy is also touched upon, as well as truth and reconciliation with the First Nations Peoples.
Socials 10 course outline
Social Studies 11
Explorations in Social Studies 11 is a bit of an interesting case, as it's designed to give ease to the teachers and students.
With that being said, an emphasis on maintaining the strict curriculum is maintained.
The main point of this course is to nurture students interest in local news.
Recent developments in the 20th century are also to be looked into, as well as issues in media, with inequality regarding the Indigenous Peoples, and natural resource use.
20th century World History 12
20th century World History 12 is just as it seems in the subject title, it enters around many (relatively) modern events.
This includes the likes of the consequences following both World War I and II, the rise of authoritarianism, civil wars, human rights movements, global conflicts, international cooperation, etc.
Know that the course has extensive material to cover, and that oral communication skills are a big part of the curriculum.
Picture of a poster detailing human history
Law 12
A map of Canada
Law 12 covers the law system in Canada.
It focuses on how law can encourage people to participate in community and how law can cause change in many different ways.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, human rights codes and criminal and civil law systems will be explored.
Students will also be given quite a few hands-on activities to participate in, as well as take a field trip to the Vancouver Law courts.
BC First Peoples 12
BC First peoples 12 covers the customs and diversity of The Indigenous Peoples of Canada.
Colonialism, history, and future opportunities are also big parts of the curriculum for this course.
One must take this course to get four credits in an Indigenous focus course.
Posters commenting on reflection of history
Psychology 12
Psychology 12 explores the people around us, and how their minds function.
The history of psychology, psychological deviance, intelligence, group psychology, stress, personality, and psychological disorders are all topics covered in this course.
This course aims to help students better understand their own minds, and the minds of those around them.
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