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Grade 12, College Preparation
A4. Communicating and Reflecting
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
you have gathered?” “If two information sources contradict each other, how might you determine which is more reliable?” “What is your own personal connection to the research, and how does this affect your interpretation of the information gathered?”
A3.2 record and organize information and key ideas using a variety of formats (e.g., journals, logs, report outlines, notes, graphic organizers, audio/visual/digital records)
A3.3 analyse and interpret research information (e.g., compare information from various sources; make connections; identify gaps that necessitate further research)
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., brochure, flyer, poster, report, multimedia presentation)
to communicate the results of their research and inquiry effectively for a specific purpose and audience
A4.2 use terms relating to nutrition and health correctly (e.g., macronutrient, micronutrient, nutrient deficiency, nutrient retention, food security, water potability, functional food)
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 communication skills
Teacher prompts: “How might the research methods you used have affected the results you obtained?” “How did the primary and/or secondary sources you used confirm what
you already knew and understood about the topic? How did your primary and/or secondary sources contradict what you thought was true?” “What steps might you take to enhance your research/inquiry skills?”
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