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Course Offerings In Geography

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Why Does Geography Matter?

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Geography is much more than a collection of facts and paper maps.

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It is a subject that connects physical and social perspectives to the study of people, places, and environment.

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It teaches students to approach topics from a different perspective to give them a sense of place.

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It explores the biggest issues Canadians face and connects them to the world,

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and teaches students that they can make a difference in their world for the better.

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Grade 12

A GEOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS

WORLD ISSUES

University Preparation

CGW4U

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  • Media Perspective, Bias and “Fake News”
  • Geography Place and Space
  • Population Health
  • Geo-politics
  • Energy, Economy and The Environment
  • Cities and Social Division
  • Food Security and Diversity
  • Sweat Shops and Child Labour

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Sample Topics of Study

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  • Did you know that the majority of countries in Africa speak French?
  • Why did China get rid of their One Child Policy?
  • How did maps help Trump with the Presidential Election?
  • Did you know North Korea has only 3 TV channels and its citizens are restricted internet access?

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World Issues: CGW4U

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Former Student Testimonials

"World Issues was all about current events. We watched and analysed the news and what was happening in the world every week. We talked alot about perspective and fake news too. It helped me understand the world more."

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"My favourite part about this class was watching documentaries and the class discussions."

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"Everybody wants to know what the class average was! It was good! We had a great class and learned a lot. We had a good mix of assignments, some group stuff, some presentations, quizzes, media assignments. I'm really happy I took this class AND it boosted my average."

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"I needed a Senior Social Science credit. I'm glad I chose this class. It helped balance out my maths and sciences."

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