Grade 11

CLU 3MI

University/College Preparation

UNDERSTANDING CANADIAN LAW

YEAR:
MINISTRY GUIDELINE:
TEXTBOOK:
COSTS:

2015 2016
Mrs. C Black
Mrs. J Kelly
The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 &12, Canadian and World Studies, 2005
All About Law (6th ed.), Murphy, Elliot, Mete, Glass, 2010, $80
Field Trip (approximately $15.00)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Students should know about the historical development and philosophical foundations of our legal system. Students need
to develop respect for the law, an understanding of its relevance to everyday life, and appreciation of the benefits of a
dynamic legal system. The study of law enhances students ability to participate effectively in society and to think critically
and communicate effectively. The Ontario Curriculum Grades 11 & 12, Revised 2005.

Essential learning:
Through skills such as collaboration, critical analysis, communication, and inquiry based thinking, a successful
law student will be able to:

Utilize the legal studies inquiry process and the concepts of legal thinking when investigating law and legal
issues in Canada and applying them to everyday contexts.

Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of fair and just and determine how societies historical beliefs
have influence the current legal system and how current beliefs will impact the future.

Explain various rights and freedoms held in Canada and how these are used to protect minorities and must be
weighed against the collective good of societal.

Describe how civil law protects those in professional and personal relationships, compensates those who are
injured and balances the right of workers and their employers.

Explain how laws are designed to protect individuals from wrongdoing, balance the rights of the accused and
victims and prevent crime while ensuring Human Rights are maintained.

Analyse the various legal roles, responsibilities, procedures and processes that exist in the Canadian legal
system and examine how each of the parts work together to protect rights and freedoms.

Course Units/ Assessment & Evaluation

*All of the Essential Learning listed above must be demonstrated through a variety of methods as described in the Assessment
and Evaluation section below and must be completed in order to earn this credit.

Unit #
1
2
3
4
5

Description
Heritage
Rights & Freedoms
Criminal Law & Procedures
Regulations and Dispute Resolution
Summative Project/ Exam (30%)

Weight
70%
Assignments (presentations, case
studies, mock trial, research, projects)
quizzes
tests
15% each
Summative Project/ Exam

PROCEDURES:
1. Extra Help
If you are having difficulties with the material & assigned homework, seek help early either during lunch and/or before school.
Missed assessments are to be made up during designated lunch periods.

2. Attendance
Attendance in class is an important part of learning and success. When you are absent, a parent/guardian must call the schools
attendance line on the date of absence. You are responsible for getting caught up whenever you are away.
For short-term absences (sports, clubs, illness, field trips, appointments, etc.) students are expected to obtain notes from
a classmate or course web page. Any handouts will be available from me.
For extended absences (family vacations, school trips, surgeries, etc.) students are expected to make arrangements
prior to being away.

3. Late and Missing Assignments

It is critically important for students to develop good personal management and planning skills. These skills will be reflected in the
Learning Skills area of the report card. The six Learning Skills are:

Learning Skills
Responsibility

Organization

o Fulfills responsibilities and commitments within the

learning environment.
o Completes and submits class work, homework, and
assignments according to agreed-upon timelines.
o Takes responsibility for and manages own behaviour.

o Devises & follows a plan & process for completing work &
tasks.
o Establishes priorities & manages time to complete tasks &
achieve goals.
o Identifies, gathers, evaluates, & uses information, technology,
& resources responsibly to complete tasks.

Independent Work
o Independently monitors, assesses, & revises plans to
complete tasks & meet goals.
o Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks.
o Follows instructions with minimal supervision.

Collaboration
o Accepts various roles & an equitable share of work in a group.
o Responds positively to the ideas, opinions, values, & traditions
of others.
o Builds healthy peer-to-peer relationships through personal &
media-assisted interactions.
o Works with others to resolve conflicts & build consensus to
achieve group goals.
o Shares information, resources, & expertise, & promotes critical
thinking to solve problems & make decisions.

Initiative
o Looks for and acts on new ideas & opportunities
for learning.
o Demonstrates the capacity for innovation & a
willingness to take risks.
o Demonstrates curiosity & interest in learning.
o Approaches new tasks with a positive attitude.
o Recognizes and advocates appropriately for the
rights of self & others.

Self-Regulation

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Sets own individual goals and monitors progress

towards achieving them.
Seeks clarification or assistance when needed.
Assesses and reflects critically on own strengths,
needs, and interests.
Identifies learning opportunities, choices, and
strategies to meet personal needs and achieve goals.
Perseveres and makes an effort when responding to
challenges.

4. Cheating and Plagiarism

It is necessary for students to do their own best work. Most assessments for this class will be done within the classroom,
observed by a teacher, and this helps to minimize cheating and plagiarism. In the event that cheating or plagiarism occurs, the
following consequences may be implemented, in consultation with administration:
o The student may be required to redo all or part of the assignment or assessment.
o The student may be required to complete an alternate assignment or assessment.
o The students work may be treated as a missed assignment which may result in missing an Essential Learning.
There may also be other consequences that are determined to be appropriate (e.g. detention, suspension, etc.) as per the schools
Progressive Discipline Process. Parents/guardians will be informed about the infraction and the consequences. Please refer to
your student handbook for more details.