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.
| GLC2O COURSE CONTENT | |
| Unit Name | Time Allocation |
| Personal Management - Students will use a self-assessment process to develop a personal profile for use in career development planning. They will evaluate and apply the personal-management skills and characteristics needed for school success, document them in a portfolio, and demonstrate their use in a variety of settings. Students will demonstrate effective use of interpersonal skills within a variety of settings. | 15 |
| Exploration of Opportunities - Students will use a research process to locate and select relevant career information from a variety of sources for inclusion in a portfolio. They will identify current trends in society and the economy and describe their effect on work opportunities and work environments. Finally students will identify a broad range of options for present and future learning, work, and community involvement. | 12 |
| Preparation for Transitions and Change - Students will use appropriate decision-making and planning processes to set goals and develop a career plan. They will analyse changes taking place in their personal lives, their community, and the economy, and identify strategies to facilitate smooth transitions during change. They will finally demonstrate an understanding of, and the ability to prepare for, the job-search process. | 15 |
| Final Assignment: ISU and Final Exam (Interview) | 13 |
| 55 |
Resources
- Moodle Website
FAQ
What is GLC2O?
GLC2O is a Grade 10 career studies course at an open preparation level.
What is the prerequisite course for GLC2O?
None.
How long does it take to complete the GLC2O online course?
You can complete GLC2O as quickly as 4 weeks or take as long as 4 months.