Academic Handbook 2022-2023 129
Economic Theory 12
Prerequisite Social Studies 10 Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based , using various modes of teaching and learning , including Harkness discussions
This course provides students with opportunities to examine and analyze the effects that economic principles and theories have on society in Canada and abroad . Students will gain an understanding of basic economic principles , the evolution of economic thought , and the impact of competing economic theories in society . The course is framed by the following Big Ideas : contemporary economic theory , practice , and terminology are grounded in centuries of economic theory ; observing , interpreting , and judging past economic conditions from different perspectives and worldviews gave rise to competing theoretical approaches ; the implementation of economic theories has profound effects on social and political decision making and movements ; economic systems have underlying and often opposing ethical standards and implications . Curricular competencies developed at this level will build on the competencies introduced in previous years and help prepare students for post-secondary studies in the humanities , including economics , business , and commerce . Assessment may include : a case study analysis , a research paper , presentations , and unit tests .
20th Century World History 12
Prerequisite Social Studies 10 Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based , using various modes of teaching and learning , including Harkness discussions
The aim of this course is to provide students with a survey-knowledge of world history in the 20th century . Students learn about the political , social and economic forces that shaped the modern world via an examination of the major historical “ landmarks ” since WWI . The course is framed by the following Big Ideas : nationalist movements can unite people in common causes or lead to intense conflict between different groups ; the rapid development and proliferation of communication and transportation technologies in the 20th century led to profound changes in personal and national identities ; the breakdown of long-standing imperialist structures created new economic and political systems . Curricular competencies developed at this level will build on those introduced in previous years and help prepare students for post-secondary studies in the humanities . Assessment may include : student project work , debates , presentations , assignments , and unit tests .
Law Studies 12
Prerequisite Social Studies 10
Course Credit Course Duration Delivery Method
4 credits Full year Classroom-based , using various modes of teaching and learning , including Harkness discussions
This course uses social studies inquiry processes to foster skills and attitudes that enhance students ’ abilities to address legal , social and ethical issues , and to reflect critically on the role of law in society . This course examines First Nations and Indigenous law , the foundations of Canadian law , criminal law , and civil law . This course is framed by the following Big Ideas : understanding legal rights and responsibilities allows citizens to participate more fully in society ; laws can maintain the status quo and can also be a force for change ; a society ’ s laws and legal framework affects daily lives ; laws are interpreted and these interpretations many evolve over time as a society ’ s values and worldviews change . Curricular competencies developed at this level will build on the competencies introduced in previous years and help prepare students for post-secondary studies in the humanities . Assessment may include : student project work , debates , presentations , interactive group assignments , case analyses , class discussion , and unit tests .