Grade 10 - Social Studies 10-1

Dimensions of Thinking

Social Participation as a Democratic Process

Research for Deliberative Inquiry

Communication

KEY ISSUE: To what extent should we embrace globalization?

Key Outcome: Students will understand, assess and respond to the complexities of globalization.

To what extent should globalization shape identity?

To what extent should contemporary society respond to the legacies of historical globalization?

To what extent does globalization contribute to sustainable prosperity for all people?

To what extent should I, as a citizen, respond to globalization?

Develop skills of critical thinking and creative thinking:

Develop skills of historical thinking: 

Develop skills of geographic thinking:

Demonstrate skills of decision making and problem solving:

Demonstrate skills of cooperation, conflict resolution and consensus building:

Develop age-appropriate behaviour for social involvement as responsible citizens contributing to their community:

Apply the research process:

Demonstrate skills of oral, written and visual literacy:

Develop skills of media literacy: 

Students will explore the impacts of globalization on their lives.

Students will assess the impacts of historical globalization on indigenous and non-indigenous peoples.

Students will assess economic, environmental and other contemporary impacts of globalization.

Students will assess their roles and responsibilities in a globalizing world.

evaluate ideas and information from multiple sources

determine relationships among multiple and varied sources of information

assess the validity of information based on context, bias, sources, objectivity, evidence or reliability

predict likely outcomes based on factual information

evaluate personal assumptions and opinions to develop an expanded appreciation of a topic or an issue

synthesize information from contemporary and historical issues to develop an informed position

evaluate the logic of assumptions underlying a position

assemble seemingly unrelated information to support an idea or to explain an event

analyze current affairs from a variety of perspectives

analyze multiple historical and contemporary perspectives within and across cultures 

analyze connections among patterns of historical change by identifying cause and effect relationships

analyze similarities and differences among historical narratives

evaluate the impact of significant historical periods and patterns of change on the contemporary world

discern historical facts from historical interpretations through an examination of multiple sources

identify reasons underlying similarities and differences among historical narratives

develop a reasoned position that is informed by historical and contemporary evidence

analyze the impact of physical and human geography on history

make inferences and draw conclusions from maps and other geographical sources

locate, gather, interpret and organize information, using historical maps

develop and assess geographical representations to demonstrate the impact of factors of geography on world events

assess the impact of human activities on the land and the environment

assess how human interaction impacts geopolitical realities

use current, reliable information sources from around the world, including online atlases

demonstrate leadership in groups to achieve consensus, solve problems, formulate positions and take action, if appropriate, on important issues

develop inquiry strategies to make decisions and solve problems

generate and apply new ideas and strategies to contribute to decision making and problem solving

demonstrate leadership by initiating and employing various strategies to resolve conflicts peacefully and equitably

participate in persuading, compromising and negotiating to resolve conflicts and differences 

interpret patterns of behaviour and attitudes that contribute or pose obstacles to cross-cultural understanding

demonstrate leadership during discussions and group work

respect the points of view and perspectives of others

collaborate in groups to solve problems

demonstrate leadership by engaging in actions that enhance personal and community well-being

acknowledge the importance of multiple perspectives in a variety of situations

develop, express and defend an informed position on an issue

reflect on changes of points of view or opinion based on information gathered and research conducted

draw pertinent conclusions based on evidence derived from research

demonstrate proficiency in the use of research tools and strategies to investigate issues

consult a wide variety of sources, including oral histories, that reflect varied perspectives on particular issues

integrate and synthesize argumentation and evidence to provide an informed opinion on a research question or an issue of inquiry

develop, refine and apply questions to address an issue

select and analyze relevant information when conducting research

plan and perform complex searches, using digital sources

communicate effectively to express a point of view in a variety of situations

use skills of formal and informal discussion and/or debate to persuasively express informed viewpoints on an issue

ask respectful and relevant questions of others to clarify viewpoints

listen respectfully to others

use a variety of oral, written and visual sources to present informed positions on issues 

Specific outcomes: Values and Attitudes

Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding 

Specific Outcomes: Values and Attitudes

Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

Specific Outcomes: Values and Attitudes

Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

Specific Outcomes: Values and Attitudes

Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

demonstrate an understanding of how changes in technology can benefit or harm society--in the context of the present, the future and various historical time periods

use current, reliable information sources from around the world

describe a plan of action to use technology to solve a problem 

use appropriate tools and materials to accomplish a plan of action 

use calendars, time management or project management software to assist in organizing the research process 

generate new understandings of issues by using some form of technology to facilitate the process

record relevant data for acknowledging sources of information, and cite sources correctly

respect ownership and integrity of information

apply information technologies for context (situation, audience and purpose) to extend and communicate understanding of complex issues

use appropriate presentation software to demonstrate personal understandings

compose, revise and edit text

apply general principles of graphic layout and design to a document in process

understand that different types of information may be used to manipulate and control a message (e.g., graphics, photographs, graphs, charts and statistics)

apply principles of graphic design to enhance meaning and engage audiences

 - acknowledge and appreciate the existence of multiple perspectives in a globalizing world

 - appreciate why peoples in Canada and other locations strive to promote their cultures, languages and identities in a globalizing world 

- appreciate how identities and cultures shape, and are shaped by, globalization

 - explore ways in which individuals and collectives express identities (traditions, language, religion, spirituality, the arts, attire, relationship to land, ideological beliefs, role modelling)

- explore understandings and dimensions of globalization (political, economic, social, other contemporary examples)

- examine the impact of communications technology and media on diversity (universalization of pop culture, hybridization, diversification)

 - analyze opportunities presented by globalization to identities and cultures (acculturation, accommodation, cultural revitalization, affirmation of identity, integration)

 - analyze challenges presented by globalization to identities and cultures (assimilation, marginalization, accommodation, integration, homogenization)

 - evaluate efforts to promote languages and cultures in a globalizing world (language laws, linguistic rights, cultural content legislation, cultural revitalization, linguistic revitalization)

 - recognize and appreciate historical and contemporary consequences of European contact, historical globalization and imperialism on Aboriginal societies

 - exhibit a global consciousness with respect to the human condition

accept social responsibilities associated with global citizenship

recognize and appreciate the validity of oral histories

recognize and appreciate various perspectives regarding the prevalence and impacts of Eurocentrism

 - examine impacts of cultural contact between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples (exchange of goods and technologies, depopulation, influences on government and social institutions)

 - explore the foundations of historical globalization (rise of capitalism, industrialization, imperialism, Eurocentrism)

- explore the relationship between historical globalization and imperialism

 - examine multiple perspectives on the political, economic and social impacts of historical globalization and imperialism

 - examine imperialist policies and practices that affected Indigenous peoples (British rule in India, British and French rule in Canada, post-colonial governments in Canada)

 - analyze contemporary global issues that have origins in policies and practices of post-colonial governments in Canada and other locations (consequences of residential schools, social impact on Indigenous peoples, loss of Indigenous languages, civil strife)

 - evaluate various attempts to address consequences of imperialist policies and practices on Indigenous peoples in Canada and other locations

 - examine legacies of historical globalization and imperialism that continue to influence globalization

- recognize and appreciate multiple perspectives that exist with respect to the relationships among politics, economics, the environment and globalization 

- recognize and appreciate impacts of globalization on the interdependent relationships among people, the economy and the environment

 - explore understandings of contemporary economic globalization

 - examine the foundations of contemporary globalization (F. A. Hayek, Bretton Woods Conference, Milton Friedman)

 - analyze factors contributing to the expansion of globalization since the Second World War (international agreements, international organizations, transnational corporations, media and transportation technologies)

- analyze political and economic challenges and opportunities of globalization (trade liberalization, foreign investment, economic growth, privatization, outsourcing, knowledge economy)

-explore multiple perspectives regarding the relationship among people, the land and globalization (spirituality, stewardship, sustainability, resource development) 

 - evaluate actions and policies associated with globalization that impact the environment (land and resource use, resource development agreements, environmental legislation)

- analyze multiple perspectives on sustainability and prosperity in a globalizing world 

 - recognize and appreciate the impact of globalization on the quality of life of individuals and communities

 - recognize and appreciate the importance of human rights in determining quality of life 

 - accept political, social and environmental responsibilities associated with global citizenship

 - explore various understandings of quality of life

 - analyze impacts of globalization on children and youth (awareness of global issues, employment issues, identity)

 - analyze impacts of globalization on women (gender issues, labour issues, opportunities for entrepreneurship)

 - evaluate relationships between globalization and democratization and human rights

 - analyze how globalization affects individuals and communities (migration, technology, agricultural issues, pandemics, resource issues, contemporary issues)

 - explore multiple perspectives regarding the civic responsibilities that individuals, governments, organizations and businesses may have in addressing opportunities and challenges presented by globalization 

- evaluate means by which individuals, governments, organizations and businesses could address opportunities and challenges of globalization (pro-globalization activism, anti-globalization activism, legislation, agreements, consumer activism, corporate responsibility) 

- develop strategies to demonstrate active, responsible global citizenship

assess the authority, reliability and validity of electronically accessed information

evaluate the validity of various points of view presented in the media

appraise information from multiple sources, evaluating each source in terms of the author's perspective or bias and use of evidence

analyze the impact of various forms of media, identifying complexities and discrepancies in the information and making distinctions between sound generalizations and misleading oversimplification

demonstrate discriminatory selection of electronically accessed information that is relevant to a particular topic