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Social Studies 30: Ideologies
Ms. Kadri
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 403-248-2773
Welcome to SOCIAL 30! This is going to be an eye-opening class where you will have a chance to explore and discover various aspects of identity and the notion of IDEOLOGY.
In the 30-1 stream, students will explore the origins and complexities of ideologies and examine multiple perspectives regarding the principles of classical and modern liberalism. An analysis of various political and economic systems will allow students to assess the viability of the principles of liberalism. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emergent global issues.
The principles of liberalism have played a significant role in the development of modern democratic societies. Developing a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of modern liberal thought and the tenets of competing ideologies is important in the development of active, informed and responsible citizens. This understanding will enable students to effectively investigate, analyze and evaluate government policies and actions and develop individual and collective responses to contemporary local, national and global issues. Key Issue Key Outcome To what extent should we embrace an ideology? Students will understand, assess and respond to the complexities of ideologies. Related Issues General Outcomes
Textbook: Perspectives on Ideologies |
In the 30-2 stream, students will examine the origins, values and components of competing ideologies. They will explore multiple perspectives regarding relationships among individualism, liberalism, common good and collectivism. An examination of various political and economic systems will allow students to determine the viability of the values of liberalism. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emergent global issues.
Democratic and capitalist societies are founded upon the key values of individualism and liberalism. Active and responsible citizenship requires citizens to have knowledge and skills to examine, analyze and evaluate a variety of political and economic systems. An awareness of the evolution of ideologies is key to comprehending and responding to local, national and global issues. Key Issue Key Outcome To what extent should we embrace an ideology? Students will understand, assess and respond to the complexities of ideologies. Related Issues General Outcomes
Textbook: Understanding of Ideologies |
STUDENT EVALUATION
The final grade for Social Studies 30 will be determined based on the benchmark skills and processes outlined in the Program of Studies, respectively. They include: Dimensions of thinking; Social participation as a democratic practice; Research for deliberative inquiry; Communication. Assessments will be posed via:
The final grade for Social Studies 30 will be determined based on the benchmark skills and processes outlined in the Program of Studies, respectively. They include: Dimensions of thinking; Social participation as a democratic practice; Research for deliberative inquiry; Communication. Assessments will be posed via:
Course Work for 30-1: 70% of the final grade will be based on course work.
• Essays: 25% • Projects & Assignments: 10% • Quizzes: 5% • Unit exams + [Field test]: 30% |
Course Work for 30-2: 70% of the final grade will be based on course work.
• Essays: 15% • Projects & Assignments: 20% • Quizzes: 5% • Unit exams + [Field test]: 30% |
Diploma/Final Exam: This examination will be written in the scheduled examination period at the end of the semester. The diploma/final exam will be cumulative; it will cover content from the entire course. There will be two parts to the examination; the first part will be multiple choice, the second will be the written part.
***Exams will generally be made up of multiple-choice, paragraph, and essay questions. You should be watching the news regularly because sometimes the topics are pulled from current affairs and applied to the concepts covered in the course.
ASSIGNMENT FORMAT
Please follow the guidelines below. If your assignments do not follow these guidelines, I will gladly await a copy that does.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
Preparedness:
It is your responsibility to bring any necessary books, materials, etc., needed for the class.
Respect:
Listen, work, and speak with this notion in mind. A positive and welcoming learning environment is of utmost importance.
Attendance:
If you miss a class due to lateness, illness, or any other reason, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed either from me, our lovely classroom website, or a fellow classmate. Also, be sure to collect any handouts/worksheets needed. Chronic absences, unexcused lates, and truancy will be referred to administration.
Late Assignments:
In terms of late/missing tests/ assignments, the procedure to follow will be determined via the teacher and administration. If more time is needed for an assignment, please discuss it with me prior to the due date, do not leave it to the last minute.
Cell Phones/Mobile Devices:
Any of these devices are not permitted during instructional time. If used without permission, the first time it will be mine for class, second strike it will be mine for the day, third strike it goes to administration and parents will need to pick it up. Music devices are allowed during independent work time, within reason and privilege.
Food:
Food and drink are permitted in the class, provided you clean up your mess afterwards. If this becomes a problem, overall, then food and drink will be banned from the classroom. Serious!
Plagiarism:
“The unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one’s own original work.” The bottom line: DO NOT COPY WORK THAT IS NOT YOURS. If you are unsure about what is acceptable and not acceptable, feel free to discuss with me. Any plagiarized work will result in an automatic zero, and parents/guardians will be notified.
3 Strikes:
The basic rule of thumb is as follows: the first offense, I will speak with you directly; the second offense will be a phone call home; and the third will result in an office referral. ‘Offenses’ include behavioural issues, inconsistent attendance/lates, missing assignments, etc. This rule can, at times, be subject to change, depending on certain circumstances.
Extra Help:
It will be your responsibility to use your tutorial time if you require extra help on an assignment, need to pick up work, etc. If I am not available, you may send an e-mail and/or make an appointment at an agreeable time.
***Exams will generally be made up of multiple-choice, paragraph, and essay questions. You should be watching the news regularly because sometimes the topics are pulled from current affairs and applied to the concepts covered in the course.
ASSIGNMENT FORMAT
Please follow the guidelines below. If your assignments do not follow these guidelines, I will gladly await a copy that does.
- Use ONLY blue or black ink for written assignments. Typing up assignments is encouraged as well.
- Please double space all written assignments, and for word-processed documents, use only 12-point font, in either Times New Roman or Arial.
- APA format is essential.
- Assignments will be submitted via Google Classroom.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
Preparedness:
It is your responsibility to bring any necessary books, materials, etc., needed for the class.
Respect:
Listen, work, and speak with this notion in mind. A positive and welcoming learning environment is of utmost importance.
Attendance:
If you miss a class due to lateness, illness, or any other reason, it is your responsibility to find out what you missed either from me, our lovely classroom website, or a fellow classmate. Also, be sure to collect any handouts/worksheets needed. Chronic absences, unexcused lates, and truancy will be referred to administration.
Late Assignments:
In terms of late/missing tests/ assignments, the procedure to follow will be determined via the teacher and administration. If more time is needed for an assignment, please discuss it with me prior to the due date, do not leave it to the last minute.
Cell Phones/Mobile Devices:
Any of these devices are not permitted during instructional time. If used without permission, the first time it will be mine for class, second strike it will be mine for the day, third strike it goes to administration and parents will need to pick it up. Music devices are allowed during independent work time, within reason and privilege.
Food:
Food and drink are permitted in the class, provided you clean up your mess afterwards. If this becomes a problem, overall, then food and drink will be banned from the classroom. Serious!
Plagiarism:
“The unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one’s own original work.” The bottom line: DO NOT COPY WORK THAT IS NOT YOURS. If you are unsure about what is acceptable and not acceptable, feel free to discuss with me. Any plagiarized work will result in an automatic zero, and parents/guardians will be notified.
3 Strikes:
The basic rule of thumb is as follows: the first offense, I will speak with you directly; the second offense will be a phone call home; and the third will result in an office referral. ‘Offenses’ include behavioural issues, inconsistent attendance/lates, missing assignments, etc. This rule can, at times, be subject to change, depending on certain circumstances.
Extra Help:
It will be your responsibility to use your tutorial time if you require extra help on an assignment, need to pick up work, etc. If I am not available, you may send an e-mail and/or make an appointment at an agreeable time.
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