Curriculum Coordinator and Learning Strategist

Dr. Karen McCloskey

MA, PhD, QM Quality Matters

CIA4U

Grade 12

University Preparation

Analysing Current Economic Issues

Find additional course details below, including delivery format, course availability, course duration, prerequisite, tuition fee, hardware/software requirements, etc.

CIA4U

Grade 12

University Preparation

Analysing Current Economic Issues

Find additional course details below, including delivery format, course availability, course duration, prerequisite, tuition fee, hardware/software requirements, etc.

Course Details

Course Code

CIA4U

Course Name

Analysing Current Economic Issues

Grade

Grade 12

Course Type

University Preparation

Format

Asynchronous Delivery

Prerequisite

Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities.

Tuition Fee

$500.00

Course Duration

At Your Own Pace (4 weeks to 12 months)

Credit Value

1.0

Availability

Start Anytime

Course Reviser/Developer

Dr. Karen McCloskey

Latest Revision Date

August 2024

Curriculum

CIA4U – The Ontario Curriculum, Canadian and World Studies, Grades 11 and 12, 2015 (Revised)

Course Description, Unit Overview, Timeline

This course examines current Canadian and international economic issues, developments, policies, and practices from diverse perspectives. Students will explore the decisions that individuals and institutions, including governments, make in response to economic issues such as globalization, trade agreements, economic inequalities, regulation, and public spending. Students will apply the concepts of economic thinking and the economic inquiry process, as well as economic models and theories, to investigate and develop informed opinions about economic trade-offs, growth, and sustainability, and related economic issues. Prerequisite: Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities.

Outlined below is a description of each unit, including what students will learn and the recommended hours for completion.

Unit Title & Description

Time Allocated

Unit 1: Economic Foundations: Scarcity and Choices

Dive into the world of economics by exploring the basics of scarcity and how it influences decision-making. You’ll create mind maps to visualize real-world examples of scarcity, such as water issues in California, and test your knowledge through an auto-graded quiz. Reflect on your learning by writing an essay about how scarcity impacts choices, which will be part of your digital portfolio. Assessments: Case Study Analysis, Auto-Graded Quiz, Reflective Essay.

14 Hours

Unit 2: Market Dynamics: The Power of Supply and Demand

Discover how supply and demand shape markets. Engage in interactive simulations to see these forces in action and create an informative infographic to illustrate supply and demand shifts. Your understanding will be tested with an auto-graded quiz. Assessments: Interactive Simulation, Auto-Graded Quiz, Infographic Creation.

14 Hours

Unit 3: Economic Growth: Booms, Busts, and Sustainability

Analyze the factors that drive economic growth and sustainability. Evaluate case studies, such as China’s economic rise and environmental impact, and conduct a research project on sustainable practices. An auto-graded quiz will help solidify your understanding of growth models. Assessments: Case Study Analysis, Auto-Graded Quiz, Research Project.

18 Hours

Unit 4: Market Structures and Business Strategies

Learn about different market structures and business strategies. Analyze academic articles and theories about firms and markets, and write an essay on the role of businesses in the economy. Your knowledge will be tested with an auto-graded quiz. Assessments: Document Analysis, Auto-Graded Quiz, Essay.

14 Hours

Unit 5: Government and the Economy: Policies that Shape Our World

Investigate how fiscal and monetary policies impact the economy. Evaluate current policies using government reports, present your findings in a presentation, and test your knowledge with an auto-graded quiz. Assessments: Policy Analysis, Auto-Graded Quiz, Presentation.

18 Hours

Unit 6: Global Connections: Trade and Globalization

Explore the global economy through the lens of trade and globalization. Examine international trade agreements like NAFTA, write a research paper on globalization’s impact on Canada, and test your knowledge with an auto-graded quiz. Assessments: Case Study, Auto-Graded Quiz, Research Paper.

14 Hours

Unit 7: Economic Inequality: Power and Disparity

Delve into the causes and consequences of economic inequality. Analyze key texts, write a reflective essay on economic power and disparity, and test your knowledge with an auto-graded quiz. Assessments: Document Analysis, Auto-Graded Quiz, Reflective Essay.

12 Hours

Unit 8: Capstone Project: Economic Insights and Solutions

Apply everything you’ve learned in a comprehensive final project. Develop a detailed report on a significant economic issue, present your findings in a multimedia presentation, and compile all your work in a digital portfolio. Assessments: Comprehensive Project Report, Final Presentation, Digital Portfolio.

14 Hours

Final Exam

Comprehensive assessment of all specific expectations covered in the course. Activities and Assessments: Cumulative final exam to assess overall understanding and application of course concepts.

20 Hours

Total Hours

120 Hours

Teaching and Learning Strategies

At Royal Ontario Academy, our asynchronous, self-paced courses are crafted to engage students actively, encouraging deep learning and self-reflection. Our online OSSD courses are normally divided into 8-10 smaller sections to help students learn content in manageable portions. Lessons connect concepts to practical, relatable social, environmental, and economic issues, fostering lifelong learning by helping students apply knowledge to real-life contexts.

Students are encouraged to explore, investigate, and think critically as they progress independently. This approach emphasizes problem-solving skills, guiding students to persist through challenges, reason through complex ideas, and explore alternative solutions on their own, building resilience and independence essential for success beyond the classroom.

Our virtual high school courses provide a variety of learning experiences through virtual labs, simulations, knowledge checks, reflections, and videos. Interactive activities and discussion forums are designed to draw on students prior knowledge, keeping them engaged and actively participating. These tools enable OSSD students to practice, reflect, and apply concepts flexibly at their own pace, creating a personalized learning journey tailored to each student’s interests and goals.

Assessment and Evaluation

A wide variety of assessment and evaluation tools will be used to earn credits towards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma at Royal Ontario Academy including quizzes, tests, projects, essays, journals, and final assessments.
The final exam is a closed book, online test that is proctored and has a time limit. Students may also be required to appear on video for other assessments in certain courses.

All OSSD courses follow a simple evaluation breakdown at our virtual high school:
70% of the grade will be based on evaluations conducted throughout the online course. The remaining 30% of the grade will be based on a final evaluation or exam. This may be a final exam, a final project/report, or a combination of both an exam and a project.

Students will receive two reports per course:

First Mid Term Report: Reflects achievement and development after the first 4 Units.

Final Report: Reflects overall achievement and development for the entire course.

According to Growing Success First Edition, Grades 1 to 12, 2010, the primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. To ensure that assessment, evaluation, and reporting are valid and reliable, and that they lead to the improvement of learning for all students, Royal Ontario Academy teachers use practices and procedures that:

are fair, transparent, and equitable for all students;
support all students, including those with special education needs, those who are learning the language of instruction (English or French), and those who are First Nation, Métis, or Inuit;
are carefully planned to relate to the curriculum expectations and learning goals and, as much as possible, to the interests, learning styles and preferences, needs, and experiences of all students;
are communicated clearly to students and parents at the beginning of the school year or course and at other appropriate points throughout the school year or course;
are ongoing, varied in nature, and administered over a period of time to provide multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate the full range of their learning;
provide ongoing descriptive feedback that is clear, specific, meaningful, and timely to support improved learning and achievement;
develop students’ self-assessment skills to enable them to assess their own learning, set specific goals, and plan next steps for their learning.

Accommodations and IEP for Students

At Royal Ontario Academy, we believe that all OSSD students can benefit from a more accommodating online learning experience Accommodations allow for increased access to the course, without any changes to the knowledge and skills the student is expected to demonstrate.

An Individual Education Plan (IEP)is a personalized document that outlines a student’s learning needs, as well as the accommodations or services they require to succeed in their courses. At Royal Ontario Academy, our flexible online learning environment already addresses many common accommodation needs, but if a student requires additional support, our Principal is ready to help you!

– Students with Existing IEP: If a student has an existing IEP from another elementary or secondary school, Royal Ontario Academy can implement the listed accommodations, provided they are applicable within our online learning environment. To do so, a copy of the student’s IEP must be submitted to our Principal for review.

– Students Without IEP: If a student requires accommodations but does not currently have an IEP, our Principal will work with the student to assess their learning needs and develop a path forward. In this case, students will need to submit supporting documentation to help determine the appropriate accommodations.

– English Language Learners:– English Language Learners: Students who enroll at Royal Ontario Academy can provide information about their English language proficiency during the registration process. This information helps our teachers and Principal to tailor their teaching strategies and implement accommodations that support English language learners effectively.

For students and parents wishing to submit IEP documentation or request accommodations, please contact our Principal at info@royalontarioacademy.com

Resources Required by the Student

Students Should Have Access To

Microphone: For presentations and participating in any interactive activities requiring audio input.
Google Docs or similar: For creating and submitting reports and projects.
Google Slides or similar:For presentations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is CIA4U?
CIA4U is a Grade 12 Analysing Current Economic Issues course at University Preparation level.

2. What are 4U – (eg: 3M in AWQ3M (CIA4U))
4U for the CIA4U refers to the grade level and the course type. 4 refers to the 12th Grade and the second digit refers to the University Preparation course type.

3. What is the prerequisite for CIA4U?
The prerequisite for Analysing Current Economic Issues is Any university or university/college preparation course in Canadian and world studies, English, or social sciences and humanities

4. How long does it take to complete the CIA4U online course?
The completion of the CIA4U course varies depending on the availability and pace of each student. However, the course can be completed in minimum of 4 weeks to maximum of 12 months.

5. Will my marks be sent directly to OUAC or OCAS?
Yes. We can send your CIA4U online course marks to OUAC (Ontario University’ Application Centre) or OCAS (Ontario College Application Service).

6. How lessons are delivered for the CIA4U?
At Royal Ontario Academy, course learning is asynchronously delivered for the CIA4U in various formats such as videos, question and answers, interactive tools, written notes, simulations, presentations, and external websites/links depending on the subject material of the course.

7. What is the withdrawal policy?
For students registered in Grade 9 and 10 courses, withdrawals can be made at any time and are not recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript (OST).
For students registered in Grade 11 and 12 courses, withdrawals made within 5 days of the issuance of the first (mid-term) report card from Royal Ontario Academy will result in the mark not being recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript (OST). Withdrawals after 5 days of the issuance of the first (mid term) report card will result in a “”W”” being entered in the “”Credit”” column of the OST, along with the mark at the time of withdrawal.

8. What is the due date of my course?
Since your course is self-paced, there are no set due dates, allowing you to progress at your own speed. However, please be mindful of any deadlines for university or college applications.

9. Can I earn my OSSD (Ontario secondary school diploma) credits through online courses?
Yes, you can earn your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) credits fully online through Royal Ontario Academy. To earn OSSD credits, you will need to complete 30 credits (18 compulsory and 12 optional), pass the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, and fulfill 40 hours of community involvement.

Price Detail

$500

/ 1 Course

$800

/ 2 Course

$1050

/ 3 Course

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