Social Studies 10
Social Studies 10 Course Overview
Big Ideas
Global and regional conflicts have been a powerful force in shaping our contemporary world and identities.
The development of political institutions is influenced by economic, social, ideological, and geographic factors.
Worldviews lead to different perspectives and ideas about developments in Canadian society.
Historical and contemporary injustices challenge the narrative and identity of Canada as an inclusive, multicultural society.
From: https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/social-studies/10/core
Introduction
Social Studies 10 focuses on historical issues specific to British Columbia, as well as major issues concerning Canada as a whole.
Where Does This Course Fit?
- Prerequisites: Social Studies 9
- Graduation Status: Socials 10 is a mandatory course requirement for graduation.
Course Materials
- All materials for this course can be found online.
Brief Outline
Unit | Description |
1 | Colonial British Columbia |
2 | Canada: The Birth of a Nation and B.C. within it |
3 | Chinese Canadian Legacies in B.C. |
4 | Canadian Culture and Identity |
Assessment Percentage Breakdown
Assessment Type | Percentage of the Course |
Assignments | 45% |
Online Quizzes | 16% |
Midterm exam | 19% |
Final exam | 20% |
You have up to a year to complete your course.