Course Description:The principles of liberalism have played a significant role in the development of modem democratic societies. Developing a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of modem 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 andactions and develop individual and collective responses to contemporary local, national and global issues. As such, students will explore the origins and complexities of ideologies and examine multiple perspectives regarding the principles of classical and modem liberalism. An analysis of various political and economic systems will allow students to assess the viability of the principles of liberalism. Developing understandings ofthe roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage students to respond to emergent global issues.

Materials:

Textbook: “Understandings of Ideologies”

Binder with 5 dividers

Pencils or Pens

Highlighters

Classroom Expectations:

As a grade 12 student, you will be expected to arrive to class on time, with all necessary materials, in preparation for the day’s lesson. Homework and assignments will have due-dates that you are expected to meet unless a circumstance does not allow for this to happen. If this is the case, communication is key. If you are unable to complete the assigned work for social class, it is necessary that you discuss the details with me either in person or through email. When the circumstances allow, an extension of the due date will be allowed. If extension requests become frequent, a discussion will be had with both Mr. Main and your parental contact. The Alberta School of Ballet is a safe learning environment for all. I have a zero tolerance policy for bullying in my classroom. If you or a peer are having conflict with another student, please know that my door is always open for a discussion in order to resolve issues that arise. In order to be successful in my class, it is important that you are consistently being nice, working hard, and having fun!

Student Evaluation:
Effort (DANCE) 10%
Test/Quizzes/Assignments 20%

Summatives 20%

Final Exam 50%

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Total 100%

In addition, students will be required to write an Alberta Provincial Diploma Examination at the end of the semester. Thisexamination will consist oftwo parts: two writing assignments worth 50 marks and a multiple-choice examination worth 50 marks. These 2 exam parts will contribute the remaining 50% of the course final grade.

Organization: Social Studies 30 will involve examining the following material as well as additional sources when necessary.

Unit / Content / Chapters to be covered
Unit 1: Ideology and Identity / In Unit one, we will explore the relationship between identity and ideology while examining the characteristics and themes of ideologies (nation, class, relationship to land, environment, religion, and progressivism). Students will analyze individualism as a foundation of ideology by examining the principles of liberalism and analyze collectivism as a foundation of ideology by examining the principles of collectivism.
/ Chapter 1 – Exploring Different Ways of Thinking
Chapter 2 – Exploring Individualism
Chapter 3 – Exploring Collectivism
Unit 2:
Challenges to Liberalism / In this unit we will assess impacts of, and reactions to, principles of liberalism. We will examine Aboriginal contributions to the development of ideologies, appreciate how individuals are impacted by the promotion of ideological principles, and that individuals and groups may adhere to various ideologies. / Chapter 4 – Exploring the Roots of Liberalism
Chapter 5 – Impacts of & Responses to Classical Liberalism
Chapter 6 – Responding to Liberalism
Chapter 7 – Rejecting Liberalism
Chapter 8 – Ideologies in Conflict: The Cold War
Chapter 9 – Imposing Liberalism
Chapter 10 – Challenging Liberalism
Unit 3:
The Viability of Liberalism / In this unit, we will assess the extent to which the principles of liberalism are viable in a contemporary world. They will explore various perspectives regarding the viability of the principles of liberalism; and appreciate various perspectives regarding the promotion of liberalism within political and economic systems.
/ Chapter 11 – Exploring Democracy in Theory & in Practice.
Chapter 12 – Exploring Economic Equality
Chapter 13 – Exploring Government choices & Liberalism
Chapter 14 – Reflecting on the Viability of Liberalism
Unit 4:
Impact of Ideologies / In this unit students will assess their rights, roles and responsibilities as citizens. They will explore the relationship between citizenship and leadership, assess the responsibilities associated with individual and collective citizenship, explore the relationship between personal and collective worldviews and ideology, and evaluate the extent to which ideology should shape responses to contemporary issues.
/ Chapter 15 – Reflecting on Ideology & Citizenship
Chapter 16 – Taking Action for Change

Contact Information:

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