Geography
Geography 20F Geographic issues of the Twenty-first Century (GEOIC20F/GEOIC20FA)
This compulsory foundations course is designed to examine the characteristics of the physical and social environments of North America. The course analyzes the interrelationships among them, with particular emphasis on issues of sustainable development and Canada’s role in world events. *A - adapted instruction please refer to page 3 of the student handbook.
Geography 20FS Geographic Issues of the Twenty-first Century (GEO IC20FS) (equivalent to Honours)
This course follows the same curriculum as GEO 20G, but provides a more challenging program for those students with a particular interest in analysis and discussion of world issues. Students who choose this course should be habitual followers of the news, have a developed sense of global responsibilities, and be able to critically evaluate varying viewpoints. Enrolment in this course is determined by teacher recommendation.
Geography 20E Geographic Issues of the Twenty-first Century(GEO IC20E)
This course is designed for English as an Additional Language students with limited background knowledge of our Social Studies Curriculum. The course will help EAL students learn basic Social Studies vocabulary and skills while studying the physical, economic, and social environment of North America. (Prerequisite: EAL 21G and 31G)
World Religions (.5) 31G (WRE (.5) 31G)
In this half-credit course students are presented with a survey of six currently practiced World Religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Native Spiritualism) and then asked to make comparisons regarding History, Beliefs, Customs, Symbols, Rituals and related Current Events. The goal is to expand knowledge and understanding of different beliefs, and appreciation for diversity. Evaluation is based on unit tests, small assignments, and a major project.
World Geography: A Human Perspective (GEO 40S)
The aim of this course is to introduce the student to basic concepts related to the role humans have played in adapting to and shaping their environment. An exploration of cultural, social and economic developments in different areas of the world should lead to a greater awareness of and concern for present day issues of world population, food production and distribution, and economic and environmental development. The influence of culture, economics and politics on the sustainable development of natural resources is reviewed in both a local and global context. Students will be expected to research topics, interpret data and form opinions based on analysis, comparison and discussion. (Prerequisite: HIS 30S or written recommendation from the GEO 20G teacher/ 20GS teacher)
World Geography: A Human Perspective (GEO 40G)
The focus of this course is to develop an understanding of the relationship of humans and their dependence on the physical environment of the earth. By focusing on issues of population growth and distribution, and the different forms of economic activity, students should come to an appreciation of the impact that humans have made on their environment on both a local and global scale. Students will be asked to use television, newspapers and magazines to provide a basis for classroom discussion. (Prerequisite: HIS 30G)
This compulsory foundations course is designed to examine the characteristics of the physical and social environments of North America. The course analyzes the interrelationships among them, with particular emphasis on issues of sustainable development and Canada’s role in world events. *A - adapted instruction please refer to page 3 of the student handbook.
Geography 20FS Geographic Issues of the Twenty-first Century (GEO IC20FS) (equivalent to Honours)
This course follows the same curriculum as GEO 20G, but provides a more challenging program for those students with a particular interest in analysis and discussion of world issues. Students who choose this course should be habitual followers of the news, have a developed sense of global responsibilities, and be able to critically evaluate varying viewpoints. Enrolment in this course is determined by teacher recommendation.
Geography 20E Geographic Issues of the Twenty-first Century(GEO IC20E)
This course is designed for English as an Additional Language students with limited background knowledge of our Social Studies Curriculum. The course will help EAL students learn basic Social Studies vocabulary and skills while studying the physical, economic, and social environment of North America. (Prerequisite: EAL 21G and 31G)
World Religions (.5) 31G (WRE (.5) 31G)
In this half-credit course students are presented with a survey of six currently practiced World Religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Native Spiritualism) and then asked to make comparisons regarding History, Beliefs, Customs, Symbols, Rituals and related Current Events. The goal is to expand knowledge and understanding of different beliefs, and appreciation for diversity. Evaluation is based on unit tests, small assignments, and a major project.
World Geography: A Human Perspective (GEO 40S)
The aim of this course is to introduce the student to basic concepts related to the role humans have played in adapting to and shaping their environment. An exploration of cultural, social and economic developments in different areas of the world should lead to a greater awareness of and concern for present day issues of world population, food production and distribution, and economic and environmental development. The influence of culture, economics and politics on the sustainable development of natural resources is reviewed in both a local and global context. Students will be expected to research topics, interpret data and form opinions based on analysis, comparison and discussion. (Prerequisite: HIS 30S or written recommendation from the GEO 20G teacher/ 20GS teacher)
World Geography: A Human Perspective (GEO 40G)
The focus of this course is to develop an understanding of the relationship of humans and their dependence on the physical environment of the earth. By focusing on issues of population growth and distribution, and the different forms of economic activity, students should come to an appreciation of the impact that humans have made on their environment on both a local and global scale. Students will be asked to use television, newspapers and magazines to provide a basis for classroom discussion. (Prerequisite: HIS 30G)