Credit Value:
1.0
Course Description:
This course examines the theories and methodologies used in anthropology, psychology, and sociology to investigate and explain shifts in knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviour and their impact on society. Students will analyse cultural, social, and biological patterns in human societies, looking at the ways in which those patterns change over time. Students will also explore the ideas of classical and contemporary social theorists, and will apply those ideas to the analysis of contemporary trends.
Prerequisite:
Any University, or University/College course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian and World Studies
Ministry Policy Documents:
The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 to 12: Social Sciences and Humanities (revised, 2013)
Text Resources:
All resources provided and referenced within the modules are available online
Required Software/Equipment:
Students should have access to internet-connected computers, word processors, and desktop publishing software. In addition, some of the activities in this course will require the installation of some free software "plugins" on your computer: Apple QuickTime; Adobe Acrobat Reader; Real Networks RealPlayer; Microsoft Media Player.