Program ConnectionsThe different sections of this resource may address the following outcomes from the Alberta Social Studies Program of Studies: Front Matter:
Values and Attitudes
Pluralism: Diversity and Cohesion One of the goals of the social studies program is to foster understanding of the roles and contributions of linguistic, cultural and ethnic groups in Canada. Students will learn about themselves in relation to others. Social studies helps students to function as citizens in a society that values diversity and cohesion. A key component of effective social organizations, communities and institutions is recognition of diversity of experiences and perspectives. The program of studies emphasizes how diversity and differences are assets that enrich our lives. Students will have opportunities to value diversity, to recognize differences as positive attributes and to recognize the evolving nature of individual identities. Race, socio-economic conditions and gender are among various forms of identification that people live with and experience in a variety of ways. Social studies addresses diversity and social cohesion and provides processes that students can use to work out differences, drawing on the strengths of diversity. These processes include:
Diversity contributes to the development of a vibrant democratic society. Through the interactions of place and historical processes of change, diversity has been an important asset in the evolution of Canadian society. Some key manifestations of this diversity include:
Accommodation of diversity is essential for fostering social cohesion in a pluralistic society. Social cohesion is a process that requires the development of the relationships within and among communities. Social cohesion is manifested by respect for:
20-1 and 20-2 OutcomesGeneral Outcome 1: Students Will Explore The Relationships Among Identity, Nation & Nationalism.Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace nationalism?Related Issue 1: To what extent should nation be the foundation of identity? Specific Outcomes: Values and Attitudes
Students will: Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding
Students will: General Outcome 3: Students Will Assess Impacts Of The Pursuit Of Internationalism In Contemporary Global Affairs.Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace nationalism?Related Issue 3: To what extent should internationalism be pursued?Specific Outcomes: Values and AttitudesStudents will: 3.3 demonstrate a global consciousness with respect to the human condition and global affairs General Outcome 4: Students Will Assess Strategies For Negotiating The Complexities Of Nationalism Within The Canadian Context.Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace nationalism?Related Issue 4: To what extent should individuals and groups in Canada embrace a national identity?Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding
Students will: 30-1 and 30-2 OutcomesGeneral Outcome 1: Students Will Explore The Relationship Between Identity & Ideology.Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace an ideology?Related Issue 1: To what extent should ideology be the foundation of identity?Specific Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding
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