Social Studies 20-1

SOCIAL STUDIES 20-1: Perspectives on Nationalization
Key Outcome: Students will understand, assess and respond to the complexities of nationalism.
Related Issues	General Outcomes
1. To what extent should nation be the foundation of identity?	Students will explore the relationships among identity, nation and nationalism.
2. To what extent should national interest be pursued?	Students will assess impacts of nationalism, ultranationalism and the pursuit of national interest.
3. To what extent should internationalism be pursued?	Students will assess impacts of the pursuit of internationalism in contemporary global affairs.
4. To what extent should individuals and groups in Canada embrace a national identity?	Students will assess strategies for negotiating the complexities of nationalism within the Canadian context.

Overview

Students will explore the complexities of nationalism in Canadian and international contexts. They will study the origins of nationalism and the influence of nationalism on regional, international and global relations. The infusion of multiple perspectives will allow students to develop understandings of nationalism and how nationalism contributes to the citizenship and identities of peoples in Canada.

Rationale

While nationalism has historically examined the relationship of the citizen to the state, contemporary understandings of nationalism include evolving individual, collective, national and state realities. Exploring the complexities of nationalism will contribute to an understanding and appreciation of the interrelationships among nation, nationalism, internationalism, globalization, and citizenship and identity. Developing understandings of the various points of view associated with nationalism as well as an appreciation for the perspectives of others will encourage students to develop personal and civic responses to emergent issues related to nationalism.