Topic Overview: Social Studies 11 Course Outline W. Demerse 201-14 Page 1 of 9 Social Studies 11 is divided into three components: History, government and global concerns. The history component examines the major forces and events shaping Canada from 1914 to 2000. The government unit studies the nuts and bolts of Canadian government and the global concerns unit focuses on standards of living around the world and environmental challenges. This is the last Canadian history course you are required to pass for a Dogwood Diploma, although you have a number of grade 12 electives to continue with if you choose. These are History 12, Law 12, Geography 12 and Comparative Civilizations 12. Course Objective: The underlying purpose of this course is for you to foster the skills needed to be actively engaged citizens of our local, national and international communities. Provincial Exam: You are required to write a provincial exam at the end of this course. It will consist of 55 multiple choice and 2 essay questions worth 12 points each. This exam will be worth 20% of your grade 11course mark. Term Marks: I will grade you each term as follows: Daily Assignments...25% (Notes, questions, maps, short essays etc...) Projects... 25% (Research essays, presentations...) Quizzes and Unit tests...50%
Mr. Demerse 2007-Spring Page 2 of 9 Course in Detail I. History (1914-2000) A. Canada in 1914 Assess the development and impact of Canadian social policies and programs related to immigration, the welfare state and minority rights. 2 B. World War I a. Causes b. The fighting c. Canada s role d. Impact on Canada C. The Interwar Years a. Labour unrest b. The roar c. The crash The Great Depression -causes -impact d. The response D. World War II a. Causes b. The fighting c. Canada s role -overseas -at home Assess Canada s role in WWI and the war s impact on Canada. Explain economic cycles with reference to the Great Depression and the labour movement in Canada. Assess Canada s role in WWII and the war s impact on Canada. 5 6 7 d. Effect on Canada
W. Demerse 201-14 Page of 9 E. Canada and World Affairs Since 1945 The Cold War NATO, Norad and Warsaw Pact Canada as a Middle Power NATO - Norad Cold War conflicts Nukes or no-nukes Peacekeeping missions and modern conflicts Human rights F. Autonomy in WWI at the Paris Peace talks League of Nations Halibut Treaty Chanak King vs Byng Balfour Report Statute of Westminster WWII Canadian flag patriation of constitution Assess Canada s participation in world affairs with reference to: human rights United Nations Cold War modern conflicts Describe Canada s evolution as a politically autonomous nation 7 2
Mr. Demerse 2007-Spring Page 4 of 9 II. Canadian Society and Culture A. Social Policies Assess the development and impact of Canadian social policies and programs related to immigration, the welfare state and minority rights. 5 B. Women in Canada Describe the role of women in terms of social, political, and economic change in Canada. Throughout course C. Regionalism a. Across Canada b. Quebec Assess the impact of the conscription crisis, Quebec nationalism, bilingualism and regionalism on Canadian unity. 5 D. Aboriginal Canadians Demonstrate knowledge of the challenges faced by Aboriginal people in Canada during the 20th century and their responses, with reference to: -residential schools -reserves -self government -treaty negotiations
W. Demerse 201-14 Page 5 of 9 E. Canadian Identity Represent what it means to be Canadian with reference to: -distintive Canadian programs and policies -important Canadian cultural and scientific achievements III. Government A. Political Spectrum Demonstrate and understanding of the polictical spectrum.
Mr. Demerse 2007-Spring Page 6 of 9 B. How Canadians can Affect Change at the Provincial and Federal Levels -workings of government -first, second and third readings of bills -royal assent -private members bills -party discipline vs free votes -patronage -order in council -special interest groups -lobbyists -elections, parties, constituencies, voting, petitions and protests Explain how Canadians can effect change at the federal and provincial levels.
W. Demerse 201-14 Page 7 of 9 C. How federal and provincial governments are formed Elections Provincial government Municipal government Processes Acclamation Nomination Parties, constituencies, voting, elections, campaigns Majority and minority governments Explain how federal and provincial governments are formed in Canada.
Mr. Demerse 2007-Spring Page 8 of 9 D. Constitution and Charter The Constitution, 1982 Precursors to constitution Bill of rights BNA Act Charter of Rights and Freedoms Impact on society Notwithstanding clause Amending formula Identify charter Rights Equality Mobility Legal Language Education Limitations Describe the major provisions of the Canadian constitution, including the Charter and Rights and Freedoms and assess its impact on Canadian society. 2 IV. Geography A. Population Explain the significance of changes in world population with reference to population pyramids, distribution, density and the demographic transition model. 5
W. Demerse 201-14 Page 9 of 9 B. Standards of Living Compare Canada s standard of living with those of developing countries with reference to poverty and key indicators of human development. 7 C. Environmental Challenges Assess envirnonmental challenges facing Canadians, incuding global warming, ozone depletion, fresh water quality and supply. 5