HSP3M
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology & Sociology | Grade 11 | HSP3M
Please hover your mouse over HSP3M in the menu to access homework, marks and resources.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course introduces the theories, questions, and issues that are the major concerns of anthropology, psychology, and sociology. Students will develop an understanding of the way social scientists approach the topics they study and the research methods they employ. Students will be given opportunities to explore theories from a variety of perspectives and to become familiar with current thinking on a range of issues that have captured the interest of classical and contemporary social scientists in the three disciplines.
OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
- describe some differences and similarities in the approaches taken by anthropology, psychology, and sociology to the concept of self in relation to others;
- demonstrate an understanding of the social forces that influence and shape behaviour as described by anthropologists, psychologists, and sociologists;
- analyse socialization patterns from the perspectives of anthropology, psychology, and sociology
- identify social institutions common to many different cultures;
- compare how selected social institutions function in a variety of cultures;
- demonstrate an understanding of recent structural changes in work and education and of the impact these changes have on Canadian society.
- demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics of groups in Canadian society as identified by anthropology, psychology, and sociology;
- analyse the psychological impact of group cohesion and group conflict on individuals, groups, and communities;
- describe the characteristics of bureaucratic organizations.
- use appropriate social science research methods effectively and ethically;
- conduct research to determine the critical differences and similarities among the approaches and concepts of anthropology, psychology, and sociology, and summarize their findings;
- effectively communicate the results of their inquiries.
UNITS
Unit 1 | Introduction to the Social Sciences | 10 hours
Unit 2 | Self & Others | 25 hours
Unit 3 | Social Structures & Institutions | 30 hours
Unit 4 | Social Organization | 30 hours
Unit 5 | Culminating Activities | 15 hours
Total | 110 hours
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is based on The Achievement Chart for Social Sciences and Humanities and is weighted as follows:
Knowledge & Understanding 17.5%
Thinking & Inquiry 17.5%
Communication 17.5%
Application 17.5%
Total 70%
FINAL EVALUATION
The remaining 30% of the final mark is allotted to the final evaluation, as follows:
Culminating Activity 10%
Final Examination 20%
LATE ASSIGNMENT POLICY
All assignments are expected to be submitted on or before the due date. Should this not be possible due to extenuating circumstances, students should speak to me and an extension may be granted. If assignments are not handed in, students can expect to be assigned a supervised time to finish their work. This may include lunch hours, before/after school, study halls, etc.
ABSENCES
Due to the highly participatory nature of this course, attendance is important to achieving success. Students who are absent are responsible for all notes, class work and assignments missed. Students absent for tests, presentations or other evaluations will complete the evaluation at the earliest opportunity.
RESOURCES
Students should come to class prepared with:
- Colin M. Bain, Jill S. Coyer. The Human Way, New York: Oxford University Press, 2001.
- A binder with dividers (one for each unit)
- An adequate supply of paper
- Pens/pencils
- Laptop computers are welcome, providing you are using them for academic purposes (note taking, assignments, etc). Personal music devices (iPods, etc) may only be used during independent work times and should not be used during lessons, discussions or group work.
RESPECT FOR EQUIPMENT
Students are expected to treat all equipment with respect. Treat everything as if it were your own. Specifically in the APS classroom, this includes, but is not limited to:
- Handling books and other resources with care & not writing in them
- Returning borrowed materials in the condition they were lent
- Helping to keep our classroom environment clean
- Not touching the projector or my laptop unless specifically invited to do so
ACADEMIC HONESTY
Academic honesty is paramount to student success. Plagiarism is a serious academic offence. Simply put, plagiarism is any use of another person’s research, ideas or language without properly acknowledging the original source.
Students guilty of flagrant plagiarism on individual assignments, papers/projects or cheating on tests/exams will be reported to the Principal, automatically withdraw themselves from a course of study (suspension), will receive a grade of zero on the item in question, may lose credit in a course of study and/or be expelled from school.
A system of honour and personal integrity is the basis for Christian education at Great Lakes and for a Christian presence in the wider world.
EXTRA HELP
Students wishing to improve their understanding of the course material, expectations, etc, are encouraged to seek extra help. I am available at lunch and after school until 4 pm on a drop-in basis. I can be available before school on an appointment basis.
