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Course Description DocumentCourse name and abbreviation: Social Studies 20-1; SS20a Grade Level:
Grade 11 Summary of course content and
activities: Social Studies 20-1 explores the complexities of
nationalism in Canadian and international contexts and includes study of the
origins of nationalism and the influence of nationalism on regional,
international and global relations. This will be done with reading the
textbook, watching presentations, discussing issues, and creating projects
and presentations. Who should be taking this course?
For whom is this course designed and intended?
This course is designed for students in grade 11 who wish
to go into Social Studies 30-1 and/or have a goal of achieving an advanced
diploma. Philosophy statement for and/or
behind teaching this course: While nationalism has historically examined the
relationship of the citizen to the state, contemporary understandings of
nationalism include evolving individual, collective, national and state
realities. Exploring the complexities of nationalism will contribute to an
understanding and appreciation of the interrelationships among nation,
nationalism, internationalism, globalization, and citizenship and identity.
Developing understandings of the various points of view associated with
nationalism as well as an appreciation for the perspectives of others will
encourage students to develop personal and civic responses to emergent
issues related to nationalism. Major course goals:
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Students will explore
the relationships among identity, nation and nationalism.
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Students will assess
impacts of nationalism, ultranationalism and the pursuit of national
interest.
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Students will assess
impacts of the pursuit of internationalism in contemporary global affairs.
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Students will assess
strategies for negotiating the complexities of nationalism within the
Canadian context. Pre-requisite(s):
Social 10-1 Number of credits that this
course is worth: 5 Materials and resources provided
by NSA, purchased by student, and/or recommended: Provided by NSA: Exploring Nationalism Resource CD Purchased by student: Bible Recommended but not required: World Atlas Canadian Atlas Forecasted amount of time
required to complete each week's lesson: 7-8 Description of student
evaluations, quizzes, and tests: NorthStar Academy Canada | |