SOCIAL STUDIES

LONG RANGE PLAN FOR TERM:

JANUARY ARPIL
Focus
This term will be a continuation of the four principles of democracy:
Freedoms, representation, equity, and justice. We will discuss democracy and
democratic government at both a local and provincial level as it relates to
students individually and society in general. We will contrast and draw
comparisons between our democratic government and the government
structure of other countries. While Provincial Government will be a main
focus, the way by which students can participate in government affairs will
be a strong underlying theme throughout the term. Furthermore, students
will learn that their personal decisions, the services they enjoy, and the taxes
they pay is all a part of the way by which our Country is run. Ensuring that
students feel involved as we move on to discuss the Charter of Rights and
Freedoms will be another area of primary focus. Students will be given ample
opportunity to research, role play, and explore current issues over the course
of this term.
The core concepts of citizenship and identity will be overarching throughout
the term, with an emphasis placed on current affairs. Furthermore, the six
strands of social studies will be referred to within each unit. These strands
include:

Time, Continuity, and Change

The Land: Places and Peoples
Power, Authority and Decision Making
Economics and Resources
Global Connections
Culture and Community

Break-down of components covered

The units covered over this term will emphasize students role in their
democratic society, and will continuously review the four major principles of
democracy: Freedoms, representation, equity, and justice. Later, students
will learn about the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the
consequential rights and freedoms that all Canadians have today. Again, we
will draw comparisons between our rights as individuals with the rights and

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freedoms of people in other countries. Topics discussed will be made relevant
to our students lives whenever possible.
January:
Review government at the local level.
Continuation of government at the provincial level.
February:
Why are Canadas rights and freedoms important?
Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
March: TBD
April: TBD

General Learning Outcomes

Over the course of this term, students will be working towards the following
GLOs and I can statements. Each topic we cover will incorporate multiple
specific learning outcomes.
GLO 6.1 Citizens participating I decision making:
Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the dynamic
relationship between governments and citizens as they engage in the
democratic process.
Knowledge and Understanding:
I can demonstrate how individual and government interact and
bring about change.
I know the structure and functions of Albertas provincial
government.
I know how individuals, groups and associations within a
community impact decision making of local and provincial
governments.
Values and Attitudes:
I understand how individuals and government interact and bring
about change.
Social participation as a democratic practice:
Knowledge and Understanding:
I can determine the reliability of information.
I can present opinions and perspectives to an audience and for a
purpose.

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I can write or tell about my opinions with reasons or facts.

I examine significant current events.

Social Studies Provincial Achievement Test (PAT) description

*Taken from Alberta Government website:

http://stgabriel.fmcschools.ca/files/Grade-6-Parent-Guide1.pdf
The Grade 6 Social Studies Achievement Test consists of 50 multiple-choice
questions. The test is developed to be completed in 60 minutes; however,
students may have an additional 30 minutes if necessary. Sample questions
will be posted on the Alberta Education website at education.alberta.ca. For
more information, view the Grade 6 Social Studies Subject Bulletin at
education.alberta.ca.