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Grade 12, Workplace Preparation
A4. Communicating and Reflecting
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
A3.2 record and organize information and key ideas using a variety of formats (e.g., notes, graphic organizers, audio/visual/digital records)
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 conclusions (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 personal food prepara­ tion and consumption correctly (e.g., food budg­ eting, menu planning, comparison shopping, healthy choices)
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 prompt: “What steps might you take to enhance your research/inquiry skills?”
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