Course Objective In this course, you will focus primarily on Canada, examining the political and economic systems of our nation-state. Our study of these two systems will revolve around such issues as governance, rights and responsibilities, citizenship, quality of life and identity. Current events of both a local and national nature will be utilized in our examination of these issues. The overall goal of all social studies courses is to provide you with the knowledge, skills and processes and attitudes necessary to be active and responsible citizens, engaged in the democratic process, and aware of your ability to effect change in your community, society and the world. Focus of Study Issues for Canadians: Governance and Rights What we will learn about 1) Canadas Federal Government 2) Charter of Rights and Collective Rights 3) Canadas Justice System 4) Canadian Governance and Immigration
Economic Systems in Canada and the United States What we will learn about 1) The Market and Mixed Economies 2) Consumerism and Quality of Life in Canada and the United States 3) Relationship between Political Decisions and Economic Systems
Course Work Assessment for Learning (Formative) Assessment of Learning (Summative) Worksheets Assigned Reading Homework Classroom Discussion Cooperative/Group Work Self-Assessments Assignments Quizzes Exams Essays Projects Presentations Assessment for Learning activities are designed to help students achieve their best on Assessment of Learning activities, which count for 100% of the grade earned in class. All course work throughout the year will be cumulative. Course Work 45% Writing Assignments 25% Tests and Quizzes 35% Final Exam (PAT) 25% Classroom Expectations Respect Respect yourself, your peers and your teacher. Any disturbance to the learning of others will not be tolerated. If you choose not to participate in group activities you will be removed and will complete the assignment by yourself. Assigned Work Each assignment is to challenge your understanding and to help you prepare for a test or major assignment. Remember: Your mark is cumulative throughout the year, several zeros or poor marks will impact your overall mark severely. Restricted Zero Policy Northern Lights School Division has a "Restricted Zero Policy" in place. Students who are caught cheating on an exam or plagiarizing an assignment will be automatically awarded a mark of zero. Any student who is absent the day of a test and has not made prior arrangements with their teacher will be awarded a mark of zero. The intent of this policy is to assess student's academic abilities accurately in order to improve teaching and learning. Late Assignments Assignments will be expected on a due date set by the teacher. Assignments not handed in on the due date have five days to hand in the late assignment. If the assignment is not handed in five days after the deadline it will be awarded a mark of zero. Students with late assignments will also be required to go Tutor Time during lunch with their designated teacher Day 1: Mr. Backer (Distance Ed, Shop and Math) and Mr. Mubashir (Math) Day 2: Mr. G (Social) and Mr. D (Science) Day 3: Mr. Mubashir and Mrs. Reilly (LA, Social, CTS and French) Day 4: Ms. Hooper (English and Social) and Mrs. Smith (LA and Science)
Cell Phones and Hand Held Devices The use of electronics during class time will be at the discretion of each teacher to determine what is "appropriate use" for that course. In Social 9, cellphones are expected to stay in your locker, backpack, etc. (out of sight). Hooper will let you know when it is okay to use your device. Inappropriate use= phone is confiscated until the end of the school day. Email: Bailey.Hooper@nlsd.ab.ca