Social 30-2
Understanding of Ideologies
Ideology is not just a big word; it's a huge concept. You will examine the origins, values, and workings of competing ideologies. You will explore multiple perspectives about the relationships among individualism, liberalism, the common good, and collectivism. An examination of an assortment of political and economic systems allows you to decide whether the values of liberalism are practical. Developing understandings of the roles and responsibilities associated with citizenship will encourage you to respond to developing global issues.
Social Studies 30-2 Themes
- Social Studies 30-2 examines the origins, values and components of competing ideologies.
- Students explore perspectives, individualism, and liberalism and analyze their relationship to common good and collectivism.
- Study of political and economic systems allows students to make decisions about the values of liberalism.
- Students are encouraged to develop their understanding of their roles as citizens to prepare them to respond to emergent global issues.
Understandings of Ideologies
Rationale
As perspectives on personal identity continue to evolve, so do understandings of ideologies and what it means to be a member of a collective community, state, and nation. Democratic and capitalist societies are founded upon the key values of individualism and liberalism. Understanding the significance of ideology contributes to an appreciation and awareness of the interrelationships among identity, individualism, collectivism, and citizenship.
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