CURRICULUM GUIDE 2014
HISTORY
NATIVE CANADIAN HISTORY
(HISN1)
This course examines some of the pivotal events and experiences that have influenced the development of Canada’s
identity as a nation from the earliest times to the settlers’ arrival in the country. Students will analyze the native
Canadian experience and continued racialization of Canada’s first nations individuals. They will apply historical
inquiry, critical-thinking, and communication skills to evaluate the influence of selected individuals, groups, and
innovations and to present their own conclusions. Prerequisite: None.
BLACK CANADIAN HISTORY
(HISB1)
This course examines some of the pivotal events and experiences that have influences the development of Canada’s
identity as a nation from 1600-1900, through the lens of slavery, rights development, and the push for human rights
legislation. Students will analyze the black Canadian experience and continued racialization of some of Canada’s
first citizens. They will apply historical inquiry, critical-thinking, and communication skills to evaluate the
influence of selected individuals, groups, and innovations and to present their own conclusions. Prerequisite: None.
NORTH AMERICAN TECHNOLOGICAL HISTORY
(HISA2)
This course explores the local, national, and global forces that have shaped Canada’s national identity. Canada has
historically been an exporter of resources and importer of technologies. Students will explore the contributions of
others to technological culture and society while examining the potential for Canada to become a contender in the
technological field. 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 IMMIGRATION: 1700-1900
(HISI2)
This course explores the local, national, and global forces that have shaped Canada’s national identity from 1700 to
the present. Students will investigate the challenges presented by economic and social changes, as well as exploring
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 points of view. Prerequisite: None.
CANADIAN ART HISTORY
(HISA2)
This course explores Canada’s history through the lens of some of the country’s most proficient artists. Canada can
boast over 50,000 famous artists from its prehistoric beginnings to the present day. In this course, students will
investigate the positive social, economic, and beautifying influences of Canadian artists by examining how
individuals and groups of artists have contributed to Canadian culture and society. Through an examination of the
relationships between contemporary and historical Canadian Art, 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 commentary inferred within
the pieces being studies.
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