Canadian and World Studies

This course explores Canadian participation in global events and traces our development as a country through changes in population, economy, and technology. Students will analyze the elements that constitute Canadian identity, learn the stories of both individuals and communities, and study the evolution of political and social structures. Students will learn about differing interpretations of the past, and will come to understand the importance in historical studies of chronology and cause-and-effect relationships. They will also learn to develop and support a thesis, conduct research and analysis, and effectively communicate the results of their enquiries.

Unit 11914 - 28: Growth, Sacrifice and Dreams of Peace

Unit 21929 - 45: Depression and the Horrors of War

Unit 31946 - 67: Pursuit of Security, Prosperity, and Unity

Unit 41968 - 83: Conflicts and Economic Challenges

Unit 51984 - Present: North American Reality

Unit 6 Course Culminating Activity: The Twentieth Century: Defining Canada

70% Term Evaluation (Unit marks)30% Course Culminating Activity

• Knowledge/Understanding (30%)Seminar Presentation (10%)

• Thinking/Inquiry (20%)Essay (20%)

• Communication (30%)

• Application (20%)

Overview of Summative Evaluation:Tests/Quizzes 25%

Jan. Exam15%

Unit Culminating Activities30%

Final Culminating Activity30%

The final mark is based on the student’s consistent performance (demonstration of skill and knowledge) by the end of the course. Learning skills (initiative, work habits/homework completion, organization, teamwork, and working independently) are evaluated in a separate section of the report card.The development of learning skills and work habits is an integral part of a student’s learning. The achievement of these skills is officially reported on the Provincial Report Card. The evaluation of learning skills and work habits is reported as follows: E-Excellent, G-Good, S-Satisfactory, and N- Needs Improvement. For a full description of the 6 Learning Skills; Responsibility, Organization, Independent Work, Collaboration, Initiative, and Self-Regulation, please see the WCI Student Planner.

Critical Body of Evidence: The following assignments must be completed to demonstrate that the student has met the overall expectations of the course:

Examination at the end of term 115%

Great Depression Essay10%

Seminar Presentation (Final Culminating Activity)10%

Canadian Values Essay (Final Culminating Activity)20%

It is expected each of the above are to be completed. The failure to complete these assessments may result in the assignment of an “Incomplete” for the course. See Late work policy below.

Since students will complete elements of the Course Culminating Activity in each unit, regular attendance is critical to success.

Late Work Policy: At WCI is the expectation that students will submit all required work by the assigned due date as evidence of their learning. Students who fail to meet a due date for an essential course component will be subject to the completion policy found the student planner. Failure to submit this work, despite these interventions, will be recorded as incomplete and may result in a loss of credit.

Cheating/Plagiarism Policy:At WCI it is the expectation that students will submit their own original work for the purpose of demonstrating their learning. In the event that cheating or plagiarism occurs, the following consequences may be implemented, in consultation with administration, depending on the situation:

• The student may be required to redo all or part of the assignment or assessment.
• The student may be required to complete an alternate assignment of assessment.
• The student’s work may be treated as a missed assignment.
• There may be other consequences that are determined to be appropriate, including disciplinary consequences as outlined in the Cheating/Plagiarism section of the student planner.”

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1.Develop a winning attitude. Attitude is the biggest factor in being successful. You’ve heard the saying that 'Attitude is a Little Thing that Makes a Big Difference’? Well, it’s true! Show respect and you’ll be respected. Feeling a lack of interest? Then, figure out how this course will help you reach your goals (ask your teacher for help on this one) and be absolutely determined that you’ll find something that’s interesting about this course. You’ll be surprised at the results!

2.Attend class regularly. Sound simple? It is and it isn’t! We all know that there are those days when we’d rather be somewhere else. Those are the days to remember that success requires commitment.

3.Maintain a complete, well-organized set of notes. Recording a date and title for each note, using colour, and drawing pictures/symbols to go along with the writing will help you understand and recall the information when you need it.

4.Get involved in discussions. Asking questions and offering comments helps your brain process the information and ideas you need to succeed in this course. The result is real understanding.

5.Be sure you don’t leave the classroom until you understand what was taught. Getting behind leads to discouragement and failure. Ask questions either during class or speak to your teacher at the end of class to get what you need to understand the material.

6.Review your notes regularly. Each day you have this class, spend only five minutes that afternoon or evening reviewing your notes to make sure you understand what went on in class. Regular review moves the information from short-term to long-term memory.

7.Complete and hand-in all assigned work. Being a student is like being an athlete. Homework and assignments given during the year are like athletic workouts. The Course Culminating Activity is like a big competition since it assesses the knowledge and skill you have gained throughout the year. Practice is part of success.