Global Studies
Mr. E. Tunney (Head)
Teachers
Indigenous Studies
Ms. S. Currie
Business Studies
Mr. M. Whyte
Canadian and World Studies
Ms. K. Dertinger
Ms. C. LaRoche
Mr. J. Madruga
Mr. M. Pilgrim
Mr. S. Silvestro
Ms. K. Willis
Social Science and Humanities
Ms. P. Ahmed
Ms. C. LaRoche
Ms. C. Thresher
Department Website
Erindale Global Studies
Department Focus
Global Studies offers Indigenous Studies, Business Studies, Canadian & World Studies and the Social Sciences programs, respectively. In studying these subjects, students learn how people interact with and within their social and physical environments today, and how they did so in the past. Students also develop the knowledge and values they need to become responsible, active, informed, and inclusive Canadian citizens in the twenty-first century. In addition, students acquire 21st Century Skills such as creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, communication, citizenship, and character education, which in turn they apply to other secondary school subjects, in their future studies, and in today's rapidly changing world.
Courses in Indigenous Studies provide students with an awareness and understanding of the histories, cultures, worldviews, and contributions of aboriginal peoples in Canada to help them better engage with aboriginal issues discussed at local, national and global levels.
Courses in Business Studies examine the multifaceted functions and operations of businesses, from small businesses to multinational enterprises. A strong sense of business fundamentals is established for those interested in further study and training in specialized areas such as management, international business, marketing, accounting, information and communication technology, or entrepreneurship. It also provides practical skills for those who wish to move directly into the workplace.
Courses in Canadian & World Studies contribute significantly to students' understanding of Canada's heritage and its physical, social, cultural, governmental, legal, and economic structures and relationships. While courses in the Social Sciences focus on how individuals influence and are influenced by families, communities, cultures, institutions, and societies, and by ideas, norms, and values.
Department Courses
Grade 9
Introduction to Information Technology in Business BTT 1O0/1OL
Issues in Canadian Geography - Destreamed CGC 1O0
Issues in Canadian Geography – Pre-IB CGC 108
Issues in Canadian Geography - ELL CGC 1DL
Grade 10
Introduction to Business BBI 2O0
Canadian History Since World War I - Academic CHC 2D0
Canadian History Since World Wat I - pre IB CHC 2D8
Canadian History Since World War I - Applied CHC 2P0
Canadian History Since World War I - ELL CHC 2DL
Civics and Citizenship - Open CHV 2O0
Civics and Citizenship - ELL CHV 2OL
ELL = English Language Learner
Grade 11
Introduction to Financial Accounting BAF 3M0
Introduction to Marketing BMI 3C0
Travel and Tourism: A Geographic Perspective CGG 3O0
Understanding Canadian Law CLU 3M0
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology - College HSP 3C0
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology - University HSP 3U0
Current Aboriginal Issues in Canada NDA 3M0
Grade 12
Principles of Financial Accounting BAT 4M0
Organizational Behavior and Human Resources BOH 4M0
International Business Fundamentals BBB 4M0
World Issues: A Geographic Analysis CGW 4U0
World Issues: A Geographic Analysis CGW 4C0
Canadian and International Law CLN 4U0
Legal Studies CLN 4C0
Challenge & Change in Society HSB 4U0
Issues of Indigenous People in a Global Context NDW 4M0