Social Science Department
St. Marguerite d’Youville S.S.
10815 Dixie Road, Brampton, Ontario. L6R 2W5
Telephone: (905) 789-5560 Fax: (905) 789-1143
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Canadian History Since World War One
CHC 2P
MR. PATRONE
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course explores Canadian participation in global events and traces our development as nation
through the changes in population, economy, and technology from World War One to the present.
Students will analyze the elements that constitute the Canadian identity and both, understand and
interpret the stories of both individuals and communities, and study the evolution of social and
political structures. Students will examine different interpretations of the past and in order to
understand the importance of chronology and cause-and-effect relationships. Students will also learn
to develop and support a thesis, conduct research and analysis, and effectively communicate the
results of their inquiries.
OVERALL COURSE EXPECATIONS
At the end of this course students will be able to:
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Describe some of the major local, national and global forces and events that have influenced
Canada’s policies and Canadian identity since 1914;
Explain the significance of some key individuals and events in the evolution of French-English
relations in Canada since 1914;
Evaluate Canada’s participation in war and contributions to peacekeeping and security;
Explain some major ways in which Canada’s population has changed since 1914;
Evaluate the impact of some technological developments on Canadians in different periods;
Describe changes in Canada’s international status and its role in the world since 1914;
Describe the impact of significant social and political movements on Canadian society;
Describe how individual Canadians have contributed to the development of Canada identity;
Explain changing economic conditions and patterns and how they have affected Canadians;
Assess the changing role and power of the federal and provincial governments in Canada;
Use appropriate methods of historical research to locate, gather, evaluate and organize relevant
information from a variety of sources;
Interpret and analyze information gathered through research, employing concepts and
approaches appropriate to historical inquiry and;
Communicate the results of historical inquiries, using appropriate terms and concepts and a
variety of forms of communication.
COURSE CONTENT
This course will be organized according to the following themes:
Unit 1
1914-1929: Forging an Identity – Growth, Sacrifice and Dreams of Peace
Unit 2
1929-1945: Values Tested – Depression and the Horrors of War
Unit 3
1945-1963: Redefining the Nation – Pursuit of Prosperity and Security
Unit 4
1963-1983: The Challenge for Justice in Canada
Unit 5
1983-1999: Canada Redefined
Unit 6
2000–Present: What Do We Take With Us?
EVALUATION POLICY
Students will be assessed and evaluated according to the work they have produced and skills they
have displayed. Methods of providing feedback will include assessing completed assignments, tests,
co-operative learning activities, simulations and presentations. Student marks will be determined by
assessing and evaluating process and product according to the Assessment Categories and the
Achievement Chart provided by the Ontario Ministry of Education.
Grade Range
Achievement Level
Achievement Level Description
80–100%
Level 4
A very high to outstanding level of achievement.
Achievement is above the provincial standard.
70–79%
Level 3
A high level of achievement. Achievement is at the
provincial standard.
60–69%
Level 2
A moderate level of achievement. Achievement is below,
but approaching, the provincial standard.
50–59%
Level 1
A passable level of achievement. Achievement is below
the provincial standard.
Below 50%
Insufficient achievement of curriculum expectations. A
credit will not be granted.
EVALUATION STRUCTURE
Student work will be in assessed and evaluated according to the four categories defined in the
curriculum document (Ontario Curriculum, Canadian and World Studies, 2005).
Category and Description
Knowledge and Understanding:
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30 %
Includes content acquired throughout the course and comprehension of its
meaning and significance.
Thinking:
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Weight
Deals with the use of critical and creative thinking skills and or processes.
20 %
Communication:
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25 %
Is conveying meaning through various forms.
Application:
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25 %
Includes the use of knowledge and skills to make connections within and
between various contexts.
FINAL GRADES
The four assessment and evaluation categories are reflected in day-to-day activities, quizzes, unit
tests, culminating activities, and on the final examination.
The final grade in the course will be based on the following:
Canadian History Since World War I
Term Work
Course Culminating Activity or ISU
Examination
Grade Distribution
70%
15%
15%
RESOURCES
Bolotta, Angelo et al. Canada Face of a Nation. Toronto: Gage, 2000.
Hundey, Ian et al. Canadian History: 1900 – 2000. Toronto: Irwin, 2000.
Other (e.g. Print Media & Internet Resources)
REPLACEMENT COST AND DAMAGE
The replacement cost for a lost, stolen, or damaged textbook which is beyond repair is $75. The cost
of repairing a damaged textbook will be paid by the student.
OTHER EVALUATION ISSUES
Please refer to the Student Agenda Handbook for school policies on late assignments, incomplete
assignments, missed tests and examinations, plagiarism, absences, school suspensions and other
related issues.