Humanities 10 builds on the foundations of Grade 9 by deepening students’ understanding of how individuals and societies respond to complexity, conflict, and change. Through the study of literature, historical narratives, and artistic expression, students explore themes such as power, justice, ethics, and while reflecting on personal and collective responsibility. The course emphasizes critical inquiry, ethical reasoning, and the ability to evaluate multiple perspectives. Students strengthen advanced skills in research, analytical and narrative writing, and oral communication while considering how ideas and actions shape the world. This interdisciplinary approach prepares learners for higher-level Humanities studies and fosters the capacity to think critically and act responsibly in a global context.
English Language Arts, students will:
- Analyze complex literary and informational texts for themes of ethics, power, and identity, citing evidence to support claims.
- Evaluate author’s purpose, tone, and rhetorical strategies in literature, art criticism, and historical narratives.
- Compose thesis-driven analytical essays and position papers, addressing counterclaims and integrating multiple sources.
- Create narrative and multimedia compositions for a variety of purposes, applying stylistic techniques for impact.
- Apply advanced conventions of academic writing, including MLA citation, varied syntax, and precise vocabulary.
- Engage in academic discussions such as Socratic seminars and structured debates, using evidence-based reasoning and active listening.
- Conduct sustained research projects, synthesizing credible sources into written and oral arguments.
Social Studies, students will:
- Investigate how power and access shape historical narratives, comparing perspectives across cultures.
- Interpret artistic expression as historical and cultural evidence, analyzing context and influence.
- Analyze ethical dilemmas in global decision-making, considering cultural definitions of responsibility.
- Evaluate multiple perspectives on social change, activism, and policy-making, using historical and contemporary examples.
- Examine how storytelling and art function as tools for resistance and social movements.
- Identify patterns of inequality through data and historical case studies, proposing informed solutions.
- Apply research and inquiry skills to explore global issues and communicate findings effectively.