HIST 203 A History of British Columbia is designed to introduce students to the history of British Columbia from the pre-contact societies of the native peoples to the present. Relations between Europeans and First Nations, the development of the European resource and settlement frontiers, and the eventual transformation of British Columbia's society and economy as a result of industrialization, immigration, and urbanization are examined within a broader Canadian and North American context. Emphasis is placed on fostering student interest in the history of British Columbia by examining the historical experiences of a diversity of peoples.
Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 or ENGL 60 with a minimum grade of 60%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 45 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Assess current issues and problems of British Columbia from an historical perspective
- Understand local and regional development and change within a broader context
- Apply critical thinking and analysis to historical documents, writings, evidence and interpretations
- Research and write effectively making use of online and print library materials
- Appraise and respectfully respond to presentations and discussions
Teaching and Learning Approach
Instructional hours will include a combination of lectures, seminar discussions, group work and relevant videos.Learning Resources
Required:
Roy, Patricia E. and Thompson, John Herd. British Columbia: Land of Promises. Don Mills, Ontario: OUP, 2005.
Additional required readings will be available online through the History 203 Moodle page.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Course Introduction
2. First Nations, First Encounters
3. The Overland Fur Trade
4. No Class this Week in recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day
5. Victoria and Vancouver Island Continue reading Chapter 2 in Roy and Thompson. Quiz #2 next week!
6. No Class this week due to Thanksgiving Holiday! Gold! And Confederation
7. Building the Province: Railways and Resources MIDTERM EXAM IN CLASS
8. Confederation and the Young Province
9. Immigrant Experiences
10. Disregard of First Peoples and the early 1900s
11. Social Reform and the Labour Movement
12. The Best and Worst of Times
13. The Good Life? Political and Social Change
14. Final Exam PeriodAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Discussion Participation (2 X 2.5% | each) 1, 3, 5 | 5% |
| Map Quiz | 1, 2 | 5% |
| Essay Proposal | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 5% |
| Annotated Bibliography | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 5% |
| Essay Presentation | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | 5% |
| Essay | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 25% |
| Final Exam | 1, 2, 3 | 25% |
| Readings Quizzes (5 @ 2% each) | 2 | 10% |
| Midterm Exam (15%) | 1,2,3 | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.