Social Studies 11, online
(Graduation Exam Required for Students in 2004 Graduation Program – exam worth 20% of final grade)

It is recommended that students complete:
• Social Studies 10

This course addresses the new Social Studies 11 IRP (published in September 2005) and prepares students for the new provincial exam. Module 1 explores the structure of Canadian government, the political spectrum, and electoral systems. Modules 2 and 3 focus on Canada’s role in 20th century history, including the two World Wars, United Nations’ peacekeeping efforts, and international affairs. Module 4 addresses population, standards of living, environmental challenges, and Canada’s response to global issues such as global warming and ozone layer depletion.
The course also includes an exam preparation package, with sample essay questions and study tips.

Module 1: Politics and Government

Section 1: The Political Spectrum
Section 2: The Canadian Federal System
Section 3: You and Your Part in Government
Section 4: The Rights of Canadian Citizens
Module 1 Test covers the work of Module 1.

Module 2: History 1914–1945

Section 1: Canada’s Role in World War I
Section 2: The Roaring Twenties
Section 3: The Depression
Section 4: Canada’s Role in World War II
Module 2 Test covers the work of Module 2.

Module 3: History 1945–2000

Section 1: Canada’s International Role
Section 2: Canada’s Changing Society
Section 3: Canada’s Changing Identity
Module 3 Test covers the work of Module 3.

Module 4: Human Geography

Section 1: Population
Section 2: Standard of Living and Poverty
Section 3: Environmental Challenges
Module 4 Test covers the work of Module 4.

Textbooks:
Counterpoints: Exploring Canadian Issues
Social Studies 11 Exam Preparation Package