Page 304 - Social Sciences Humanities - The Ontario Curriculum Grades 9 to 12 - 2013

Grade 11, University Preparation
A3. Processing Information
A4. Communicating and Reflecting
THE ONTARIO CURRICULUM, GRADES 9–12 | Social Sciences and Humanities
Teacher prompts: “What is the difference between primary and secondary sources in social sciences?” “Why is it important to base your research on a variety of sources rather than just one or two?”
A2.3 based on preliminary research, for each investigation formulate a hypothesis, thesis statement, or research question, and use it to focus their research
Throughout this course, students will:
A3.1 assess various aspects of information gath­ ered from primary and secondary sources (e.g., accuracy, relevance, reliability, inherent values and bias, voice)
Teacher prompts: “Can you generalize the findings of your survey to a wider population?” “What strategies can you use to determine the relevance of the information you have gathered?” “If two information sources contradict each other, how might you determine which is more reliable?” “What values are embedded in the information source?” “Whose voices are repre­ sented and whose are absent?” “Whose interests are advanced if you believe the message of
this source?”
A3.2 record and organize information and key ideas using a variety of formats (e.g., notes, graphic organizers, summaries, audio/digital records)
A3.3 analyse and interpret research information (e.g., compare information gathered from primary and secondary sources; determine whether similar information is found 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., determine whether their results support or contradict their hypothesis; weigh and connect information to determine the answer to their research questions; assess the extent to which their results may be affected by factors not included in their research design)
Throughout this course, students will:
A4.1 use an appropriate format (e.g., oral presenta­ tion, poster, written research report, multimedia presentation, seminar, web page) to communicate the results of their research and inquiry effec­ tively for a specific purpose and audience
A4.2 use terms relating to anthropology, psychol­ ogy, and sociology correctly (e.g., functionalism, structuralism, feminism, culture, socialization, ethnography, survey, archaeology, temperament)
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, use in-text author-date citations)
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?” “What steps might you take to enhance your research/inquiry skills?”
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