GGC1D

Issues in Canadian Geography, Grade 9, Academic

Course Title: Issues in Canadian Geography, Grade 9, Academic (CGC1D)
Course Name: Issues in Canadian Geography
Course Code: CGC1D
Grade: 9
Course Type: Academic
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Curriculum Policy Document: Canadian and World Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10, 2018 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Canadian And World Studies
Development Date: 2004
Most Recent Revision Date: 2019
Tuition Fee (CAD): $479

Course Title: Issues in Canadian Geography, Grade 9, Academic (CGC1D)
Course Name: Issues in Canadian Geography
Course Code: CGC1D
Grade: 9
Course Type: Academic
Credit Value: 1.0
Prerequisite: None
Curriculum Policy Document: Canadian and World Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10, 2018 (Revised)
Course Developer: Elite High School
Department: Canadian And World Studies
Development Date: 2004
Most Recent Revision Date: 2019
Tuition Fee (CAD): $629

Course Description

Grade 9 Issues in Canadian Geography (CGC1D) examines interrelationships within and between Canada’s natural and human systems and how these systems interconnect with those in other parts of the world. Students will explore environmental, economic, and social geographic issues relating to topics such as transportation options, energy choices, and urban development. Students will apply the concepts of geographical thinking and the geographic inquiry process, including spatial technologies, to investigate various geographic issues and to develop possible approaches for making Canada a more sustainable place in which to live.

Summary Of Units And Timeline

Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the CGC1D course profile.

UNIT ONE: Introduction to Canadian Geography Online

Essential Question: What are methods of effective communication related to complexity of Geographic concepts?
  • In this unit, students will become familiar with basic concepts in Canadian Geography while simultaneously developing the skills required to be successful in this online format.

UNIT TWO: A Geographer’s Essentials

Essential Question: What tools can be utilized to analyze geographic concepts?
  • In this unit, students will use the geographic inquiry process and the concepts of geographic thinking when investigating issues relating to Canadian geography. Students will be able to apply in everyday contexts skills, including spatial technology skills, developed through the investigation of Canadian geography, and identify some careers in which a background in geography might be an asset.

UNIT THREE: Canada’s Physical Environment

Essential Question: What are the influential processes that have created the variety of landform regions in Canada?
  • In this unit, students will develop an understanding of plate tectonics. Students will understand how Canada’s physical diversity is connected to the geological development. Students will explain the rock cycle and be able to identify and describe the four eras.

UNIT FOUR: Patterns in Population and Immigration

Essential Question: What are the influences in Canada’s population patterns, and how does this impact society in Canada?
  • In this unit, students will look at patterns in Canada’s population and assess the implications of these trends in local, national, and global contexts. Students will have the opportunity to analyze geographic issues associated with population demographics and settlement patterns and to assess strategies that could be used to address the economic, environmental, social, and political implications of an ageing and increasingly diverse population.

UNIT FIVE: The Canadian Economy

Essential Question: What are the resources that Canada relies on for economic development, and how does this development impact regions in Canada?
  • In this unit, students will look at the availability of natural resources in Canada as well as the development of natural resources in Canada. Student will examine trade relationships with other countries and they will examine the economic development of the country.

UNIT SIX: Sustainable Communities

Essential Question: What are the implications of urban growth and development?
  • In this unit, students will recognize how the infrastructure of a community can affect its livability and its environmental, economic, and social sustainability. Issues relating to land use, urban growth, and human systems will be analyzed. Students will have the opportunity to develop strategies for making their community a more sustainable place in which to live.

FINAL EXAM: Proctored Exam

30% of Final Grade
  • This exam is the final evaluation of CGC1D. Students need to arrange their final exam 10 days in advance. All coursework should be completed and submitted before writing the final exam, please be advised that once the exam is written, any outstanding coursework will be given a grade of zero. The exam will be two hours. There are two options for taking the exam:
  • WRITE EXAM AT ELITE HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS: If you live close to Elite High School Campus, or if you attend Elite High School Campus, you can take your exam there. You will receive a confirmation email with next steps and exam information once your exam date is scheduled.The exam can be rescheduled or cancelled with a reasonable proof in case of a medical emergency.
  • USE EXAMITY PROCTORING SERVICE: For a fee of 22 USD*, students can arrange to take their exam in the comfort of their own home, at any time, on any day. Please select Examity Exam in the exam section of your course to set up your Examity profile and schedule your exam. Exams must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. *Price is subject to change.
  • Please email exams@elitehighschool.com if you need assistance.
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UNIT ONE: Introduction to Canadian Geography Online

 18 hours

UNIT TWO: A Geographer’s Essentials

 18 hours

UNIT THREE: Canada’s Physical Environment

 18 hours

UNIT FOUR: Patterns in Population and Immigration

 18 hours

UNIT FIVE: The Canadian Economy

 18 hours

UNIT SIX: Sustainable Communities

 18 hours

FINAL EXAM: Proctored Exam

 2 hours
  Total: 110 hours