This course provides students with opportunities to think critically about theories, questions, and issues related to anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students will develop an understanding of the approaches and research methods used by social scientists. They will be given opportunities to explore theories from a variety of perspectives, to conduct social science research, and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of issues within the three disciplines.
Al final de este curso, los estudiantes desarrollarán las siguientes habilidades en estas diferentes áreas:
| 1. Research and Inquiry Skills | |
| 1.1 | Exploring: explore topics related to anthropology, psychology, and sociology, and formulate questions appropriate to each discipline to guide their research; |
| 1.2 | Investigating: create research plans, and locate and select information relevant to their chosen topics, using appropriate social science research and inquiry methods; |
| 1.3 | Processing Information: assess, record, analyse, and synthesize information gathered through research and inquiry; |
| 1.4 | Communication and Reflecting: communicate the results of their research and inquiry clearly and effectively, and reflect on and evaluate their research, inquiry, and communication skills. |
| 2. Anthropology | |
| 2.1 | Theories, Perspectives, and Methodologies: demonstrate an understanding of major theories, perspectives, and research methods in anthropology; |
| 2.2 | Explaining Human Behaviour and Culture: use an anthropological perspective to explain how diverse factors influence and shape human behaviour and culture; |
| 2.3 | Socialization: use a cultural anthropology perspective to explain patterns of human socialization. |
| 3. Psychology | |
| 3.1 | Theories, Perspectives, and Methodologies: demonstrate an understanding of major theories, perspectives, and research methods in psychology; |
| 3.2 | Explaining Human Behaviour and Culture: use a psychological perspective to explain how diverse factors influence and shape human mental processes and behaviour; |
| 3.3 | Socialization: use a psychological perspective to analyze patterns of socialization. |
| 4. Sociology | |
| 4.1 | Theories, Perspectives, and Methodologies: demonstrate an understanding of major theories, perspectives, and research methods in sociology; |
| 4.2 | Explaining Human Behaviour and Culture: use an sociological perspective to explain how diverse factors influence and shape individual and group social behaviour; |
| 4.3 | Socialization: use a sociological perspective to explain patterns of socialization. |
| Tiempo asignado | |
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| 1. Unit 1: Introduction to Social Science | |
This unit provides an overview of the three main disciplines in social science: anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students will explore the foundations of these fields, including their key questions, methods, and the ways they seek to understand human behavior and societies. This unit sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the study of humanity, both as individuals and as members of complex social structures. | 18 hours (12 hrs online/ 6 hrs offline) |
| 2. Unit 2: Anthropology | |
In this unit, students will dive into the study of human societies, cultures, and their development over time. Through the lens of anthropology, students will examine human evolution, cultural practices, and the diversity of human experience across different societies. They will also explore how anthropologists conduct research, including ethnographic studies and fieldwork, to uncover the complexities of human life. | 29 hours (16 hrs online/ 13 hrs offline) |
| 3. Unit 3: Psychology | |
This unit focuses on the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Students will explore key psychological theories and concepts, including perception, cognition, emotion, and mental health. The unit also covers major psychological approaches such as behaviorism, cognitive psychology, and humanistic psychology. By understanding these approaches, students will gain insights into how psychologists investigate the workings of the mind and the factors that influence human behavior. | 26 hours (14 hrs online/ 12 hrs offline) |
| 4. Unit 4: Sociology | |
In this unit, students will explore the study of society and social behavior. They will learn about the structure and organization of societies, social institutions, and the relationships between individuals and their communities. Key sociological concepts such as socialization, stratification, and social change will be covered. Students will also examine how sociologists analyze social issues and trends, using various research methods to understand the complexities of social life. | 26 hours (16 hrs online/ 10 hrs offline) |
| 5. Independent Study Unit | |
Students will complete an in-depth research project that allows students to explore a topic of their choice within the fields of anthropology, psychology, or sociology. This project provides an opportunity for students to apply the concepts, theories, and research methods learned throughout the course to a specific area of interest. 15% of final grade | 8 hours (6 hrs online/ 2 hrs offline) |
| 6. FINAL EXAMINATION | |
Proctored exam worth 15% of final grade. | 3 hours (online) |
| Total | 110 horas |
This course is organized into a semester format. Lessons and activities will be presented to students via the internet. Lessons will be provided on-line, with regularly scheduled student teacher conferences and student to student discussion forums.
A variety of strategies will be used in the online delivery of this course. Instructional strategies will include but are not limited to:
Learning goals will be discussed at the beginning of each assignment and success criteria will be provided to students. The success criteria are used to develop the assessment tools in this course, including rubrics and checklists.
The over-riding aim of this course is to help students use the language of mathematics skillfully, confidently and flexibly. A wide variety of instructional strategies are used to provide learning opportunities to accommodate a variety of learning styles, interests, and ability levels. The following mathematical processes are used throughout the course as strategies for teaching and learning the concepts presented.
Se requiere una variedad de métodos, estrategias e instrumentos de valoración y evaluación adecuados a la expectativa evaluada. Entre ellos se incluyen los de diagnóstico, formativos y sumativos dentro del curso y dentro de cada unidad.
La evaluación PARA EL APRENDIZAJE y la evaluación COMO APRENDIZAJE se obtienen a través de diversos medios, entre los que se incluyen los siguientes:
Las pruebas de los logros de los alumnos (evaluación del aprendizaje) se recogen mediante observaciones continuas del trabajo más consistente, teniendo en cuenta el trabajo más reciente de diversas fuentes.
La evaluación en este curso se basará en las expectativas del plan de estudios provincial. Los alumnos dispondrán de numerosas y variadas oportunidades para demostrar todo el alcance de sus logros. Las categorías de evaluación y los desgloses son los siguientes:
La nota final se determinará de la siguiente manera:
A los estudiantes con necesidades especiales y a los que aprenden inglés se les proporcionará alojamiento, incluyendo tiempo adicional, tecnología de asistencia y escriba cuando esté disponible.
Las Capacidades de Aprendizaje que se enumeran a continuación son fundamentales para el éxito de los alumnos. Las Habilidades de Aprendizaje se evalúan independientemente de los logros y se determinan a través de la observación y la participación. Se utilizará una lista de comprobación y una conferencia del alumno para determinar el nivel en cada categoría.
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