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 * Social Studies 10 Course Outline **
 * Mr Sitar **isitar@sd61.bc.ca http://mrsitarswebsite.wikispaces.com


 * Social Studies 10 Course Description **

This course examines the development of the Dominion of Canada from 1814 to 1914. Students will study the social, cultural, political, economic, and environmental aspects that affected the changes in Canada during this crucial and ever changing time of Canadian history.


 * Course Themes **

There are 4 main themes that we will be exploring:


 * __ 1.) The Geography of Canada __**

In this theme we will review the landscapes, climate, and settlements across Canada.

Unit 1 – Chapter 3 Geography of Canada


 * __ 2.) Our Developing Country __**

This theme examines the events that led to Confederation.

Unit 2 – Review of SS 9 Unit 3 - Government Structure of Canada Unit 4 - Chapter 1 - 1837 Revolts & Colonial Government Unit 5 - Chapter 2 - Building a Nation


 * __ 3.) The Development of the West __**

This theme will examine the expansion to the Canadian West.

Unit 6 - Chapter 4 - The Northwest to 1870 Unit 7 - Chapter 5 - The Prairies, 1870-1896 Unit 8 – Chapter 6 - BC to 1896


 * __ 4.) Defining Canada __**

This theme will examine the social, cultural, and economic changes as Canada modernizes with the rise of industrialism. We will also compare Canada at the turn of the Twentieth Century with Canada today.

Unit 9 - Chapter 7 - Modern Canada (1896-1914) Unit 10 - Chapter 8 & 9 - The Changing Canadian Economy


 * Expectations **

Follow the Reynolds 3 R’s:

Be respectful of your teacher and your classmates. Be understanding and help others around you. Learning to work in a group is an essential part of many workplaces today, and of the job skills employers look for in today’s work force. Listen while someone has the floor, put your hand up if you want the floor, and be respectful of others’ opinions. Take responsibility over your learning. Keep up with your work, talk to me when you encounter a problem, and show up to class. The Wiki (see above) is there to help you get organized and to access more materials to aid your learning, but attendance, participation, and work habits are your responsibility. Take care or your notebook, keep it neat and organized. You will need to hand it in once a month. Build relationships with your classmates. You are in this together and you can learn from each other. It is a proven fact that you learn better from teaching each other. Many partner and group activities will be conducted throughout the semester. Use your time wisely and be a good team player. Be cooperative and an active participant in activities, projects, and assignments.
 * 1.)** **Respect**
 * 2.)** **Responsibility**
 * 3.)** **Relationships**


 * Materials **

- **Binder** – You will be given photocopies of handouts, articles, notes, and assignments. Keep them neat. - **Notebook** – You will write notes, brainstorms, organizers, reflections, and summaries, chapter questions, and essays in them. Keep them well organized and neat. - **Pen** – Always bring a pen to class. Please don’t write in pencil. It is hard to read.


 * Marking Criteria **

Assignments, projects, and homework checks not handed in will result in an incomplete mark. Students will not receive a grade until all assigned work is completed.

- Notebooks – 20% - Assignments – 25% - Projects – 35% - Chapter tests – 30%

Both terms in the semester – 80% In-class Final Exam – 20%

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