Outcome Chart - Newfoundland and Labrador - Social Studies Grade 2

Social Studies Concepts and Skills

Overall Expectations:

GCO 1 – Civic Engagement: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a diverse democratic society in an interdependent world.

Specific Expectations:

1.Develop the ability to interact effectively as members of Canadian society

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Overall Expectations:

GCO 2 – Inquiry and Research: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to apply inquiry and research skills to analyze, synthesize, and share information.

Specific Expectations:

1.Use concepts and skills common to the social sciences

2.Use inquiry processes to investigate and respond to issues

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Civics

Overall Expectations:

GCO 1 – Civic Engagement: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a diverse democratic society in an interdependent world.

Specific Expectations:

1.Investigate changes brought about by individuals and groups

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Economics

Overall Expectations:

GCO 5 – Individuals, Societies, and Economic Decisions: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to make responsible economic decisions as individuals and as members of society.

Specific Expectations:

1.Recognize the importance of a variety of occupations and types of work

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Politics

Overall Expectations:

Overall Expectations:

GCO 1 – Civic Engagement: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a diverse democratic society in an interdependent world.

Specific Expectations:

1.Develop decision-making skills in the context of the local community

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