ENGLISH, GRADE 12, UNIVERSITY PREPARATION                                                                 ENG4U

Prerequisite: Grade 11 English

This senior level English course is a compulsory requirement for the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The course emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills. Students will analyze a range of challenging literary works appropriate to the visits they will make to sites in and around London, Paris and Rome. They will write analytical and argumentative essays and a major paper for an independent literary research project. They will apply key concepts to analyze media works. An important focus will be on understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in discussion and argument.

International Business, Grade 12                                                                                  BBB4M

Prerequisite: None

This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success in international markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business effectively. This course prepares students for postsecondary programs in business, including international business, marketing, and management.

Math, Advanced Functions, Grade 12                                                                             MHF4U

Prerequisite: Grade 11 Functions, University prep

This course extends students' experience with functions. Students will investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite for a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding of mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university programs.

MEDIA ARTS, GRADE 12                                                                                                            ASM4M

Prerequisite: Media Arts, Grade 11, University/College Preparation

This course emphasizes the refinement of media arts skills through the creation of a thematic body of work by applying traditional and emerging technologies, tools, and techniques such as multimedia, computer animation, installation art, and performance art.

Students will develop works that express their views on contemporary issues and will create portfolios suitable for use in either career or postsecondary education applications. Students will critically analyse the role of media artists in shaping audience perceptions of identity, culture, and community values.

Photography, Grade 11, University/College                                                            AWQ3M
Prerequisite: AWQ20 Intro Photography or AVI10/AVI20 Visual Arts, Open 

This course is for students who wish to build on their knowledge and abilities in photography (particularly digital photography) and expand their unique artistic expression. Students will learn about photographic history, discuss various techniques and technical quality, and discuss post digital processing. They will analyze photographic works of different genres and artists and analyze, interpret and critique their own work and those of other students in their class. Lighting, special effects, and computer manipulation will be covered.

Since we are travelling to various destinations abroad students will visit various galleries and museums to view art works and explore art history which will include both Canadian and World art forms. Being stationed abroad will be a great opportunity to develop your skills in an inspirational environment with varying types of landscape, monuments, and unique cultures as your subjects.

Topics will cover history, Fashion, Portraiture, Humans vs. Nature, Fine Arts, Photo Journalism, Corporate Marketing Photography, and Travel and Tourism – focusing on the countries you are visiting.

A select number of students’ photographs will be chosen by Global Journeys’ Marketing Staff to be used in GJ promotional material (brochures and website) and can be used for your future portfolios.

Get a chance to make the Front Cover of the GJ Brochure! Join us and get creative!

Photography, Grade 12 , University/College                                                           AWQ4M

Prerequisite: AWQ20 or AVI20 Visual Arts, Open Recommendations: AWQ30 

This course will further develop established technological and design skills and your photographic practice giving you the opportunity to create a professional portfolio in preparation for post-secondary education or to use the skills you learn in careers that require a creative flair. History, present trends and the future of photography will be discussed.

You will be able to use your personal experience abroad in this course while travelling to various sites and destinations – meeting locals,  photographing their life and expressing your perceptions of your travels and those you meet during your adventures. This course provides an opportunity to expand your boundries and artistic expression!

World History to Sixteenth Century, Grade 11                                                       CHW3M

Prerequisite: Canadian History Since World War 1, Grade 10, Academic or Applied

This course investigates the history of humanity from earliest times to the sixteenth century. Students will analyse diverse societies from around the world, with an emphasis on the political, cultural, and economic structures and historical forces that have shaped the modern world. They will apply historical inquiry, critical-thinking, and communication skills to evaluate the influence of selected individuals, groups, and innovations and to present their own conclusions.

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