Curriculum Coordinator and Learning Strategist

Dr. Karen McCloskey

MA, PhD, QM Quality Matters

CHA3U

Grade 11

University Preparation

American History

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

CHA3U

Grade 11

University Preparation

American History

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

Course Details

Course Code

CHA3U

Course Name

American History

Grade

Grade 11

Course Type

University Preparation

Format

Asynchronous Delivery

Prerequisite

Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

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

CHA3U – The Ontario Curriculum, Canadian and World Studies, Grades 11 and 12, 2015 (Revised)

Course Description, Unit Overview, Timeline

This course explores key aspects of the social, economic, and political development of the United States from precontact to the present. Students will examine the contributions of groups and individuals to the country’s evolution and will explore the historical context of key issues, trends, and events that have had an impact on the United States, its identity and culture, and its role in the global community. Students will extend their ability to apply the concepts of historical thinking and the historical inquiry process, including the interpretation and analysis of evidence, when investigating various forces that helped shape American history.

Prerequisite: Canadian History since World War I, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

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: Foundations of American History

Dive into the world of historical inquiry and develop essential skills. You’ll explore historical thinking, research methods, and learn to evaluate sources. Activities include an introduction to historical thinking, research methods, and evaluating sources. Assessments include a quiz and source analysis using AI feedback.

10 Hours

Unit 2: The Colonial Era

Travel back to the early days of America and analyze the rise of early societies and their transitions to civilizations. Activities include studying the early societies, development factors, and cultural achievements. Assessments include a quiz and an essay on social, economic, and political life in colonial America using AI feedback.

12 Hours

Unit 3: Revolution and Nation-Building

Discover the roots of the American Revolution and how it shaped the nation. Activities include analyzing the causes and events leading to the American Revolution and the impact on different groups. Assessments include a quiz, a debate on the Revolution’s impact, and an analysis of the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

14 Hours

Unit 4: Westward Expansion and Civil War

Delve into the conflicts that shaped America and the efforts to rebuild the nation. Activities include studying the Civil War, westward expansion, and Reconstruction policies. Assessments include a quiz, an essay on westward expansion using AI feedback, and an analysis of Reconstruction policies.

15 Hours

Unit 5: The Progressive Era to World War II

Explore the social and political changes from the Progressive Era to WWII. Activities include analyzing the Progressive Era, the New Deal, and WWII policies. Assessments include a quiz, an essay on the New Deal using AI feedback, and an analysis of WWII policies and their impacts.

15 Hours

Unit 6: Post-War America

Examine the key events and figures that shaped post-war America. Activities include studying post-war America, the civil rights movement, and Cold War policies. Assessments include a quiz, a case study on the civil rights movement using AI feedback, and an analysis of Cold War policies.

15 Hours

Unit 7: Contemporary America

Investigate the key issues and trends in contemporary America. Activities include exploring modern American issues, cultural analysis, and technological advancements. Assessments include a quiz, a cultural analysis project using AI feedback, and an analysis of technological advancements and their impacts.

12 Hours

Unit 8: Reflection and Portfolio Compilation

Compile and reflect on your work throughout the course. Activities include writing reflection essays and compiling your portfolio. Assessments include portfolio reflection essays using AI feedback and the compilation of portfolio documents.

15 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 students’ interests and goals.

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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 students’ 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 students’ 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

General Resources Students Should Have Access To

Google Docs or similar: For creating and submitting reports and projects.
Google Slides or similar: For presentations.
Google Scholar: For researching scholarly articles and papers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is CHA3U?
CHA3U is a Grade 11 American History course at University Preparation level.

2. What are 3U – (eg: 3U in AWQ3M (CHA3U))
3U for the CHA3U refers to the grade level and the course type. 3 refers to the 9th Grade and the second digit refers to the University Preparation course type.

3. What is the prerequisite for CHA3U?
The prerequisite for American History is Issues in Canadian Geography, Grade 9, Academic or Applied

4. How long does it take to complete the CHA3U online course?
The completion of the CHA3U 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 CHA3U online course marks to OUAC (Ontario University’ Application Centre) or OCAS (Ontario College Application Service).

6. How lessons are delivered for the CHA3U?
At Royal Ontario Academy, course learning is asynchronously delivered for the CHA3U 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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