Suggested Activities

Perspectives on First Contact

Students develop the skills of historical thinking as they explore key concepts (historical globalization, imperialism, Eurocentrism), multiple perspectives regarding the effects of cultural contact and the experiences of peoples as a result of first contact in Canada.

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Activity	Focus for Assessment
Exploring Historical Globalization	access and retrieve information/describe historical background
Reflecting on Impact	explain impacts of imperialism

Reflecting on Residential Schools in Canada

Students examine a variety of media sources to explore the origins and consequences of residential schools in Canada.

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Activity	Focus for Assessment
Origins of Residential Schools	describe historical background/explain multiple perspectives
Exploring the Effects of Historical Globalization	explain cause and effect/communicate information

Building a Positive Future

Students examine how Canadian society is responding to the consequences of residential schools. Students recommend actions to address the short-term and long-term effects of residential schools on survivors and their families and to build a positive future to enhance relationships among all peoples.

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Activity	Focus for Assessment
Examining the Apologies	describe reconciliation efforts/state and support a position
Seeking Solutions	propose a solution/communicate information