Social Studies 8 Challenge Studio
Social Studies 8 Challenge Studio assesses what has been learned in elementary school about the self and social studies skills and extends the students’ learning. The course not only connects students to the medieval and Early Modern periods of human history, to current events, and to issues of personal interest for evidence or as a series of case studies, but also empowers students to become autonomous learners. Examples of themes include: contact and conflicts between peoples that stimulate social and political change, exploration and the human and environmental factors that change population and living standards, and others. This course will prepare students’ application of the six frames of thinking (inquiry and skill based), prepare their focus on skills and interests (cooperative and personalized learning in authentic, critical thinking, and creative experiences), and foster initiative taking and goal setting (autonomy and responsibility).
Social Studies 9 Challenge Studio
Social Studies 9 Challenge Studio not only connects students to the world of 1715-1919 and current events and issues for evidence or as a series of case studies, but also empowers students to become autonomous learners. Students will develop thinking, communication, personal and social awareness, understanding, and skills as they address issues related to four themes: 1) the influence of emerging ideas and ideologies on societies and events; 2) the influence of the physical environment on political, social, and economic conditions and events; 3) the connections between disparities in power and the balance of relationships between individuals and between societies; and 4) the construction and changes made to a variety of collective identities. In short, revolutions and changes in the 19th century up to World War One provide the backdrop for students to develop theories and skills related to geography, economy, history, current events, politics, and society.
Social Studies 10 Challenge Studio
Social Studies 10 Challenge Studio provides students with a learning environment that promotes the development of dispositions and skills that enhance both creative and critical thinking in the context of examining issues and problems in Social Studies. This course examines significant global and Canadian events, developments, people, and places beginning with WWI through the lenses of historical and geographical ways of thinking. Students will investigate topics of interest up to present day that may include Canadian identity, autonomy, economy, and governance; discriminatory policies and injustices in Canada, such as Residential schools and internments; Truth and reconciliation in Canada; and case studies of international and domestic conflict and cooperation (for example: WWII, the Quiet revolution, the Oka crisis; the League of Nations). Students will have a variety of opportunities to extend their concept-based thinking competencies and inquiry process skills (including written, oral & multimedia assignments) with the aim of becoming more reflective and involved global citizens.
Law 12 Challenge Studio
The core philosophy is based upon the premise that laws govern a great many of our actions. Therefore, a knowledge and understanding of these laws will enhance an individual’s performance within our society. Students will focus on the core areas: what is law; why laws are needed; the essential components of Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms; the Youth Criminal Justice Act; Family Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, and the court system.
Social Studies 8 Challenge Studio assesses what has been learned in elementary school about the self and social studies skills and extends the students’ learning. The course not only connects students to the medieval and Early Modern periods of human history, to current events, and to issues of personal interest for evidence or as a series of case studies, but also empowers students to become autonomous learners. Examples of themes include: contact and conflicts between peoples that stimulate social and political change, exploration and the human and environmental factors that change population and living standards, and others. This course will prepare students’ application of the six frames of thinking (inquiry and skill based), prepare their focus on skills and interests (cooperative and personalized learning in authentic, critical thinking, and creative experiences), and foster initiative taking and goal setting (autonomy and responsibility).
Social Studies 9 Challenge Studio
Social Studies 9 Challenge Studio not only connects students to the world of 1715-1919 and current events and issues for evidence or as a series of case studies, but also empowers students to become autonomous learners. Students will develop thinking, communication, personal and social awareness, understanding, and skills as they address issues related to four themes: 1) the influence of emerging ideas and ideologies on societies and events; 2) the influence of the physical environment on political, social, and economic conditions and events; 3) the connections between disparities in power and the balance of relationships between individuals and between societies; and 4) the construction and changes made to a variety of collective identities. In short, revolutions and changes in the 19th century up to World War One provide the backdrop for students to develop theories and skills related to geography, economy, history, current events, politics, and society.
Social Studies 10 Challenge Studio
Social Studies 10 Challenge Studio provides students with a learning environment that promotes the development of dispositions and skills that enhance both creative and critical thinking in the context of examining issues and problems in Social Studies. This course examines significant global and Canadian events, developments, people, and places beginning with WWI through the lenses of historical and geographical ways of thinking. Students will investigate topics of interest up to present day that may include Canadian identity, autonomy, economy, and governance; discriminatory policies and injustices in Canada, such as Residential schools and internments; Truth and reconciliation in Canada; and case studies of international and domestic conflict and cooperation (for example: WWII, the Quiet revolution, the Oka crisis; the League of Nations). Students will have a variety of opportunities to extend their concept-based thinking competencies and inquiry process skills (including written, oral & multimedia assignments) with the aim of becoming more reflective and involved global citizens.
Law 12 Challenge Studio
The core philosophy is based upon the premise that laws govern a great many of our actions. Therefore, a knowledge and understanding of these laws will enhance an individual’s performance within our society. Students will focus on the core areas: what is law; why laws are needed; the essential components of Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms; the Youth Criminal Justice Act; Family Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, and the court system.