Grade: 11
Credits:1.0
Type: University Preparation
Language of Study: English
Course description: 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. Preview Course
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
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Grade: 11
Credits:1.0
Type: University Preparation
Language of Study: English
Course description: 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. Preview Course
Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
- If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
Course Overview
This course provides you with opportunities to think critically about theories, questions, and issues related to anthropology, psychology, and sociology. You will develop an understanding of the approaches and research methods used by social scientists. You will also 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.
Course Syllabus
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This course is designed for independent study. Our courses are routinely reviewed for errors and adherence to AODA accessibility standards. We appreciate your patience as we work towards delivering high-quality digital learning for all.
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20 Lessons
1.1
Introduction to the social sciences
1.1
Introduction to the social sciences
1.2
Designing social science research
1.2
Designing social science research
1.3
Finding and using background research
1.3
Finding and using background research
1.4
Drawing conclusions
1.4
Drawing conclusions
1.5
Communicating social science
1.5
Communicating social science
2.1
Our minds, our selves
2.1
Our minds, our selves
2.2
Research methods in psychology
2.2
Research methods in psychology
2.3
Developmental psychology
2.3
Developmental psychology
2.4
Social psychology
2.4
Social psychology
2.5
Clinical psychology and mental health
2.5
Clinical psychology and mental health
3.1
Our social world
3.1
Our social world
3.2
We are social animals
3.2
We are social animals
3.3
Developing personality through social relationships
3.3
Developing personality through social relationships
3.4
Social living in the digital age
3.4
Social living in the digital age
3.5
Prejudice and discrimination
3.5
Prejudice and discrimination
4.1
Introduction to anthropology
4.1
Introduction to anthropology
4.2
Physical anthropology
4.2
Physical anthropology
4.3
Sociocultural anthropology
4.3
Sociocultural anthropology
4.4
Archeology
4.4
Archeology
4.5
Cultural anthropology research report
4.5
Cultural anthropology research report