Ministry of Education
- Gr 7 Social Studies outcomes/indicators
Social Studies for Gr. 7 is a mix of four broad themes. Activities are varied and include individual, pair and group arrangements. Assessments include a collection of research projects, formal writing assignments, presentations and tests. Gr. 7 SS has a particular focus on Pacific rim and northern rim countries. Throughout the material, First Nations content is integrated.
- Interactions and Interdependence of Nations
- Dynamic Relationships
- Power and Authority
- Resources and Wealth
Current Theme - PA 7.1-7.3 Power and Authority
In this expansive unit, we examine the nature and application of power, its sources and how it is exercised individually, nationally and internationally. We'll ask questions such as: Who holds power? How is power sourced? What are the rules around rights and freedoms and how does Canadian society try to balance the two? We also examine the three levels of government, the election process and compare our system of government to others including dictatorships, oligarchies and first nations governance.
Being an election year, we have a timely opportunity to investigate the election process. Several classes will work with Student Vote resources that will allow us to investigate and simulate the election process in Canada. Student Vote Resources - These will support activities leading up to the mock election at Willowgrove.
Vote Compass - which party best fits your views?
Being an election year, we have a timely opportunity to investigate the election process. Several classes will work with Student Vote resources that will allow us to investigate and simulate the election process in Canada. Student Vote Resources - These will support activities leading up to the mock election at Willowgrove.
- https://pollenize.org/en/elections/canada-2019 - explains some details about each main political party
- https://studentvote.ca/canada/party-profiles/ - short summaries about each main and fringe party. The summary page for each party has a link back to the party's own website.
- https://route338.ca/en/map - a great interactive map that will lead you to the local election details
Vote Compass - which party best fits your views?
- use the link to answer some basic questions. Your answers will be used to help you see which party most closely matches your values. Ask mom or dad if you have questions.