Social Studies 20-1 Course Outline Perspectives on Nationalism Mr. B. Kun Room 1202 (brad.kun@rdcrs.ca), p. 342 4800 ext. 263212 Overview: Students will explore the complexities of nationalism in Canadian and international contexts. We are going to look at where nationalism came from and how its development has shaped Canada and the world. Rationale: Although nationalism has usually revolved around the relationship of its citizens and the state, modern nationalism and the understanding of it has to involve the evolving individual, collective, national and states realities. In other words it is not just me, but the whole country and the reaction to our position in an ever globalizing world. Nationalism is a very complex issue and we will attempt to address it through looking at relationships among nations on a global scale, as well on a local scale. It is the various perspectives that will help us to develop out beliefs and values when it comes to nationalism. Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace nationalism? Issues To what extent should nations be the foundation of identity? (Exploration of the Issue) To what extent should nationalism interests to be pursued? (Historical Background) To what extent should internationalism be pursued? (Contemporary Consideration) To what extent should individuals and groups in Canada embrace a national identity? (Developing Personal and Civic Responsibility) Outcomes Students will explore the relationships among identity, nation, and nationalism Students will assess the impacts of nationalism, ultra-nationalism, and pursuits of national interests. Students will assess the impacts of the pursuits of internationalism in contemporary issues. Students will assess strategies for negotiating the complexities of nationalism within the Canadian context Year Plan Unit One: To what extent should nations be the foundation of identity? Expression Nationalism What is nationalism? Relationships between Nation and Nation state French Revolution Nationalism Around the World Unit Two: To what extent should nationalism interests to be pursued? The pursuits of national interests Consequences of World War I Post World War I and the build up to World War II Nationalism versus Ultra nationalism Self-determination Unit Three: To what extent should internationalism be pursued? Why would countries get involved or not into international affairs? What is internationalism? Foreign Policy – where do countries go? Promotion of Internationalism through organization Global Issues Balance between nationalism and internationalism Unit Four: To what extent should individuals and groups in Canada embrace a national identity? Where do Canadians get their identity? How do groups promote identity in Canada? Views on nationalism/historical perspectives in Canada Challenges of Canadian unity Future visions of Canada Students will be challenged to develop skills as critical thinkers. Because the curriculum is issues based, there are not right and wrong answers (except on multiple choice exams!) However, you will be challenged to think critically on issues and develop responses based on factual evidence and reasonable arguments. As well, you will be expected to develop an appreciation for multiple perspectives. Assessment and Evaluation: The purpose of course work is to diagnose the learning needs of students to achieve the required skill objectives, to provide proper feedback to the students before and/or after completing the assignment, to assist in improvements for further assignments and to help myself to develop assignments and improve my instruction. Course Work Marks: based on percentage per Unit and Final Exam – total = 100% Unit Evaluations (Written Exams, Mult. Choice) 35% Other Evaluations (Daily Work) 35% Final Exam ___ 30%