Social Studies 5
The Instructor for this course is Leona McLeod
Course History
First Offered in 2017
Developed by Lisa Choquette
This course is designed to fulfill the curricular objectives of the Saskatchewan Grade 5 Social Studies curriculum. It is divided into 4 units of study, each with readings, videos, and activities of their own. Within each unit, you will be asked to complete assignments, quizzes and exams. There are also a variety of links to videos, websites, and other media provided. It is a 36 week course.
Course Information
Unit 1 – Interactions and Interdependence
Who has contributed to Canada's identity as a nation?
Time: 10 weeks
Assessment: 7 submitted assignments, 6 quizzes and 1 unit exam
Unit 2 – Dynamic Relationships
How did the land and the people in the area affect the early development of Canada?
Time: 13 weeks
Assessment: 8 submitted assignments, 5 quizzes and 1 unit exam
Unit 3 – Power and Authority
How are decisions made in Canada's governments?
Time: 5 weeks
Assessment: 5 submitted assignments, 3 quizzes and 1 unit exam
Unit 4 – Resources and Wealth
How can we protect our world for future generations?
Time: 6 weeks
Assessment: 7 submitted assignments, 2 quizzes and 1 unit exam.
This outline has a built in 2 week flexibility so time can be added to units which may take longer than stated or for extra study time…
