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THE PROGRAM IN INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES 19
Biology and Human Development, Grade 12, University Preparation
Credit value: 3
This package of courses consists of the expectations for Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation, as well as all the expectations from the following two component courses: Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation; Challenge and Change in Society, Grade 12, University/College Preparation.
This package of courses investigates the theory and applications of biology, as well as emerging social trends. Students will investigate the different perspectives of biology, sociology, and psy- chology on personal development and social change. They will also use diverse resources and interdisciplinary approaches to research current social issues facing humans and the environ- ment and assess career opportunities and possible innovations in related fields.
Biotechnology, Grade 12, University Preparation
Credit value: 3
This package of courses consists of the expectations for Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation, as well as all the expectations from the following two component courses: Biology, Grade 12, University Preparation; Chemistry, Grade 12, University Preparation.
This package of courses will help students explore the developing field of biotechnology by investigating the relationships between biology and chemistry that are relevant to biotechnology. Students will use diverse resources and interdisciplinary approaches to research biotechnology developments, trends, products, and careers in such diverse fields as health care, agriculture, forestry, and marine life. They will also evaluate the economic, political, social, cultural, envi- ronmental, and ethical issues raised by biotechnology.
Children’s Literature, Grade 12, University Preparation
Credit value: 3
This package of courses consists of the expectations for Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation, as well as all the expectations from the following two component courses: Studies in Literature, Grade 12, University Preparation; Visual Arts, Grade 12, University/College Preparation.
This package of courses examines the historical and contemporary development of illustrated children’s books in Canada and around the world. Students will use diverse methods of inter- disciplinary inquiry and research to analyse cultural, social, and literary forces in texts written for children, as well as how text is combined with a range of forms, styles, and methods of illustration and materials. Students will produce a body of work that emphasizes the relation- ship of, and personal approaches to, visual and literary information. They will also develop an appreciation of multicultural works that will deepen their understanding of Canada’s diversity.
Information and Civilization, Grade 12, University Preparation
Credit value: 3
This package of courses consists of the expectations for Interdisciplinary Studies, Grade 12, University Preparation, as well as all the expectations from the following two component courses: Classical Civilization, Grade 12, University Preparation; World Religions: Beliefs, Issues, and Religious Traditions, Grade 11, University/College Preparation.
This package of courses examines the role that information and information systems throughout human history have played in the development of religious and cultural expression, political and