Challenge & Change in Society (HSB4U0)

Examine causes of social change such as the gap between rich & poor nations, cultures & classes, the destruction of aboriginal cultures & the modern forces of globalization.

Learn about the psychology of racism, hate crimes, prejudice & discrimination, changing gender roles & rape culture.

Respect, Achievement, Diversity, Citizenship, Responsibility

GRADE 12

2014/15

Course Selection

History & Social Science Department

SOCIAL SCIENCE & HUMANITIES

SOCIAL SCIENCE

SOCIAL SCIENCE & HUMANITIES

SOCIAL SCIENCE

Philosophy: Questions & Theories (HZT4U0)

Explore branches of philosophy such as logic, ethics, aesthetics, metaphysics, epistemology & the philosophy of science.

Use pop culture such as Sherlock Holmes, Batman & the Joker, artificial intelligence , Inception, vampires, The Matrix, & human cloning to investigate a variety of philosophical theories.

Engage in class discussions to formulate your own answers to the big philosophical questions.

Solve a murder mystery to test your logic skills!

Murder mystery in the library! Which fairy tale

character killed King Henry VIII?!

For more info, ask a History teacher!

Department Head: M. Byrne

R. Ball M. Johnston

K. Bourgon D. Sharma

L. Hollingsworth T. Swinton

http://schools.peelschools.org/sec/

northpark/Departments/History/Pages/

Equity & Social Justice (HSE4M0 & HSE4MR)

Learn about historical & contemporary social justice issues in Canada & the world.

Explore power relations, equality rights & the impact of media & popular culture.

Design a social action initiative.

IBT section available!

Adventure in World History (CHM4E0)

Examine developments in world history from ancient times to the present.

Investigate ancient torture practices, Pompeii, the pyramids, Stonehenge, pirates, knights, and ancient warriors such as Genghis Khan , Attila the Hun, Thor “Thunder God” & Vlad the Impaler!

Designed for students going into the workforce after graduation.

Canadian & International Law (CLN4U0 & CLN4UR)

Explore a variety of contemporary legal issues in Canadian and international law.

Investigate your rights and freedoms within topics such as religion, security, cyberspace, immigration & crime.

Examine the role of the International Court of Justice & UN Security Council.

IBT section available!

World History Since the 15th Century (CHY4U0)

Examine world history from the Renaissance to the present.

Explore the emergence of the West socially, economically & politically.

Learn about the impact of the French Revolution, Napoleon, Catherine the Great, Louis XIV & the Medici!

CANADIAN & WORLD STUDIES

GLOBAL & INTERNATIONAL ISSUES

CANADIAN & WORLD STUDIES

GLOBAL & INTERNATIONAL ISSUES

CANADIAN & WORLD STUDIES

LAW

Exploring world history at The ROM

Canadian & World Politics (CPW4U0 & CPW4UR)

Explore concepts of government, democracy, dictatorships, revolution, leadership & power through discussion & class debates.

Examine historical & current events including conflict in the Middle East, human rights, the UN, the role of corporations, child soldiers & global terrorism.

Engage in an online diplomacy simulation with students from around the world!

IBT section available!