Course Description
This course explores rights and responsibilities associated with being an active citizen in a democratic society. Students will explore issues of civic importance such as healthy schools, community planning, environmental responsibility, and the influence of social media, while developing their understanding of the role of civic engagement and of political processes in the local, national, and/or global community. Students will apply the concepts of political thinking and the political inquiry process to investigate, and express informed opinions about, a range of political issues and developments that are both of significance in today’s world and of personal interest to them.
| CHV2O COURSE CONTENT | ||
| Unit # | Unit Name | Time Allocation |
| 1 | Unit 1 - DEMOCRATIC VALUES | 12 |
| 2 | Unit 2 - GOVERNANCE | 16 |
| 3 | Unit 3 - RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES | 20 |
| Culminating Assignment(s) | 7 | |
| Total Hours | 55 |
Resources
- Civics and Citizenship, Oxford University Press Canada ©
- Moodle Website
FAQ
What is CHV2O?
CHV2O is a Grade 10 Civics course at an open preparation level.
What is the prerequisite course for CHV2O?
None.
How long does it take to complete the CHV2O online course?
You can complete CHV2O as quickly as 4 weeks, or take as long as 4 months.