SOST50 Social Studies - Advanced Level

SOST 50: Social Studies - Advanced Level is for students to upgrade their social studies skills. Students begin with the history of Canada�s Indigenous people and the emergence of Canada as an autonomous nation, exploring changes in the Canadian identity up to the present day. Students study Canadian culture, government, law and citizenship, as well as an overview of economics and global issues and how these affect Canadians. The course aims to advance the learner toward five goals: global citizenship, broadened perspectives, critical thinking skills, analysis of values, and lifelong learning skills. This course prepares students for further studies in social sciences. This course qualifies for the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. This course is equivalent to Social Studies 11.