Course Outline

History & Citizenship Education 4

Secondary Cycle 2, Year 2

Teacher: Ms. McCaffrey

Email: amccaffrey02@lbpearson.ca
Course: History & Citizenship Education (2015-2016)
Classroom: A-308
Course Website: http:msmccaffreyseniorsocialstudies.weebly.com

About the course:

We will study Quebecs historical evolution by theme.
The themes are:
1. Population and settlement
2. Economy and development
3. Culture and currents of thought
4. Official power and countervailing powers
In preparation for the required provincial MELS examination in June, this
course will develop students critical thinking skills. Students will begin to
understand Quebecs present situation in light of its past. Students will
learn to interpret historical documents in order to help them analyze
historical events. This will enable them to participate as informed citizens
in the discussion, choices and community life of a society that is
democratic, pluralistic and open to a complex world.

Competencies to be developed:
1. Examines social phenomena from a historical perspective
2. Interprets social phenomena using the historical method
3. Strengthens his/her exercise of citizenship through the study of history

Required Text: Panoramas Volume 1 and Volume 2

Materials:
2 - 1 inch binders (preferably D-ring)
1 to use for everyday class
1 to store notes in when were done each chapter (to leave in locker or at home)
Blue or black pen, pencils, highlighter, eraser, White-Out
Loose-leaf (lined, 3 hole punch)
Pack of computer paper and ink in your printer OR money to print notes/assignments
from the library
Evaluation:
Assignments: Basic assignments include worksheets, oral
presentations, research projects and creative work.
Late assignments/projects will receive a penalty of 10% per day for
up to 5 days after the due date. The student will receive a mark of
zero if work has been returned to other students before he/she
submits his/her work.
Quizzes and tests will be given. They will focus on document
interpretation and analysis as well as knowledge and
comprehension.
Homework must be completed for the assigned date.
* If a student is absent on the day an assignment is due, he/she is
responsible for submitting their work on the day of their return
before 3:35pm.
* If a student knows that he/she has an early dismissal or will be
absent (appointment, game, etc.) he/she is responsible for
handing his/her assignment in before he/she leaves the school.
* Sometimes homework will be marked in class if a students
work is not done for that class, a mark of zero will be earned for
that particular assignment.
Expect 1-2 hours of history homework per week this includes a 10-15
minute nightly review of material covered each day in class.
Student Responsibilities:
1. Be respectful at all times.
2. Raise your hand if you have something to say and wait to be called on.
3. Come to class on time with your required materials.
4. Attend to personal needs before coming to class. There is plenty of time between
classes for you to do this.
5. Remain in your seat unless you have permission to get up.

6. Do not eat in the classroom. Water bottles are permitted. Fill them up before you
come to class.
7. Do not cheat on tests and assignments. Remember that plagiarism is a form of
cheating. Penalties may include a mark of zero for the evaluation.
8. Use of electronics (i.e. cell phones) will only be permitted during times it is
deemed appropriate by the teacher. If you are caught using electronics at an
unauthorized time they will be confiscated and handed in to the Office.
Students are not permitted to take pictures or record video during the class.
9. Follow the teacher's directions.
10. If you need help just ask! I will be happy to make time for you!