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Grade 11, Open
A4. Communicating and Reflecting
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
A3.3 analyse and interpret research information (e.g., determine whether common themes arise in different sources)
A3.4 demonstrate academic honesty by docu­ menting the sources of all information generated through research
A3.5 synthesize findings and formulate conclu­ sions (e.g., weigh and connect information to determine the answer to their research question)
Throughout this course, students will:
A4.1 use an appropriate format (e.g., presentation board, oral presentation, brochure, poster, multimedia presentation, web page) to communicate the results of their research and inquiry for a specific purpose and audience
A4.2 use terms relating to housing and home design correctly (e.g., floor plan, traffic patterns, window coverings, detached, semi-detached, transi­ tional housing, mortgage, lien, escrow)
A4.3 clearly communicate the results of their inquiries (e.g., write clearly, organize ideas logically, use language conventions properly), and follow APA conventions for acknowledging sources (e.g., generate a reference list in APA style)
A4.4 demonstrate an understanding of the general research process by reflecting on and evaluating their own research, inquiry, and communications skills
Teacher prompt: “What steps might you take to enhance your research/inquiry skills?”
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