St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into
the
Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest
extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Social Science
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology
HSP3U1
Course Description:
This course provides students with opportunities to think critically about theories, questions, and issues related
to anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students will develop an understanding of the approaches and
research methods used by social scientists. They will be given opportunities to explore theories from a variety
of perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of
issues within the three disciplines.
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Introduction to the Social Sciences

CGE2b Reads, understands and uses written materials
effectively

CGE4f Applies effective communication, decision-making,
problem-solving, time and resource management skills

CGE5a Works effectively as an interdependent team member

CGE7g Respects and understands the history, cultural heritage
and pluralism of today's contemporary society
Self and Others
Social Structures and Institutions
Social Organization
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
25%
25%
25%
25%
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Course Culminating
Exam
Overall Weighting
70%
10%
20%
Textbook/Course Resources: The Human Way
Replacement Cost: $90
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing Success pg. 11.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf