Front Matter - Alberta Social Studies POS

1. Definition

1.1. Issue focused & inquiry-based

1.2. Interdisciplinary

1.2.1. History

1.2.2. Geography

1.2.3. Ecology

1.2.4. Economics

1.2.5. Law

1.2.6. Philosophy

1.2.7. Political Science

1.2.8. Social Science

1.3. Practical & ethical issues

1.4. Who we are

2. Role

2.1. Develops:

2.1.1. Values & attitudes

2.1.2. Knowledge & understanding

2.1.3. Skills & processes

2.2. Foster responsible citizens

2.3. Democratic process

2.4. Effect change

3. Vision

3.1. Meet needs of 21st century learner

3.2. Heart in citizenship and identity in Canada

3.3. Reflects the multiple perspectives within Canada

3.4. Fosters society that is:

3.4.1. pluralistic

3.4.2. bilingual

3.4.3. multicultural

3.4.4. inclusive

3.4.5. democratic

3.5. Emphasizes diversity and respect for differences

3.6. Promotes a sense of belonging

3.7. Engages students in active and responsible citizenship at the:

3.7.1. local

3.7.2. community

3.7.3. provincial level

3.7.4. national

3.7.5. global

3.8. Pluralism shaped by:

3.8.1. culture

3.8.2. language

3.8.3. environment

3.8.4. gender

3.8.5. ideology

3.8.6. religion

3.8.7. Spirituality

3.8.8. Philosophy