Credit Value:
1.0
Course Description:
This course enables students to develop an understanding of the theoretical, social, and historical underpinnings of various equity and social justice issues and to analyse strategies for bringing about positive social change. Students will learn about historical and contemporary equity and social justice issues in Canada and globally. They will explore power relations and the impact of a variety of factors on equity and social justice. Students will develop and apply research skills and will design and implement a social action initiative relating to an equity or social justice issue.
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.