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HSP3U/C– Introduction To Anthropology, Psycology & Sociology – Do you wonder why you are the way you are? Introduction to anthropology, psychology, and sociology is a course that examines the most interesting aspects of people and their behavior. Major areas of study include the nature-nurture debate, abnormal psychology including the study of psychopaths, social institutions like marriage and the education system, and why we join groups, like teams and cults. This course will also teach you important research and writing skills, communication skills, and how to design and analyze survey results.
HSB4U- Challenge And Change In Society is a continuation of the Grade 11 Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology. Students will continue to use Social Science skills such as surveys, interviews and experiments. The fields of Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology are used to examine current events and trends. Former students have commented that this course was great preparation for first year university. Possible field trips- ROM
HSE3E - Equity, Diversity and Social Justice(Workplace Preparation) This course enables students to develop an understanding of historical and contemporary issues relating to equity, diversity, and social justice in a variety of contexts. Students will explore the nature of diversity and power relations in Canada and how social norms shape individual identity. They will learn about social activism and how to address situations that involve discrimination, harassment, and denial of rights. Students will develop and apply research skills and will design and implement a social action initiative relating to an equity, diversity, or social justice issue.
HSE4M - Equity and Social Justice: From Theory to Practice (University/College Preparation) This course enables students to develop an understanding of the theoretical, social, and historical underpinnings of various equity and social justice issues and to analyse strategies for bringing about positive social change. Students will learn about historical and contemporary equity and social justice issues in Canada and globally. They will explore relations and the impact of a variety of factors on equity and social justice. Students will develop and apply research skills and will design and implement a social action initiative relating to an equity or social justice issue. Prerequisite: any U, M, or C course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies
CLU3E – Understanding Canadian Law in Everyday Life (Workplace Preparation) This course enables students to develop a practical understanding of laws that affect the everyday lives of people in Canada, including their own lives. Students will gain an understanding of the need for laws, and of their rights, freedoms, and responsibilities under Canadian law. Topics include laws relating to marriage, the workplace, cyberbullying, and the processing of criminal offences. Students will apply the concepts of legal thinking and the legal inquiry process, and will begin to develop legal reasoning skills and an understanding of Canadian law.
Prerequisite: CHC2D, CHC2P or CHC2L
CLU3M – Understanding Canadian Law (University/College Preparation) This course explores Canadian law, with a focus on legal issues that are relevant to the lives of people in Canada. Students will gain an understanding of rights and freedoms in Canada, our legal system, and family, contract, employment, tort, and criminal law. Students will use case studies and apply the concepts of legal thinking and the legal inquiry process to develop legal reasoning skills and to formulate and communicate informed interpretations of legal issues, and they will develop the ability to advocate for new laws.
Prerequisite: CHC2D or CHC2P
CLN4C - Legal Studies (College Preparation) This course provides a foundation for students who wish to pursue a career that requires an understanding of law. Students will explore the importance of law, analysing, contemporary legal issues and their relevance to daily life. They will investigate the requirements for various law-related careers as well as legal responsibilities in the workplace. Students will apply the concepts of legal thinking and the legal studies inquiry process to investigate their rights and responsibilities, legal processes and structures, and the role of law in a changing society.
Prerequisite: CHV2O
Includes: Workplace, Business and Employment and International Law