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SEMESTER ONE - INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS
Distance Learning
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| The Arts Mathematics Languages Skilled Trades and Technology Education | English Language Arts Science Social Studies |
The following resources and hardware/software requirements are common to all courses:
| Resources - Software |
| Windows XP / Vista / 7 |
| Microsoft Office 2007 or better (Word, Excel, Power Point) |
| Internet Explorer 7 or 8 |
| Java, Adobe Flash, Adobe Reader, Apple Quicktime, Bridgit, WinZip or 7-Zip |
| Adobe Connect (web-based, no installation required) |
| Microsoft Photo Story 3 (download) |
| Windows Live Movie Maker |
| Resources - Hardware |
| Headset (headphone / microphone) |
| Access to a scanner (necessary for several courses) |
| Computer with sound capability (speakers and/or headphones/mic ports) |
Canadian History 122 Course Code: 1210542Distance Facilitator: Arnesta Chatterton Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Canadian History 122 is a study of post-Confederation Canada with an emphasis on the twentieth century. The course is divided into eras, starting with "The MacDonald Years" (1867-1896) and ending with "Canada and the Global Community" (1945-Present). Student focus will be directed to themes of: English-French relations, First Nations rights/issues, continentalism, regionalism and Canadian social identity.
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Computer Science 110 Course Code: 1238530Distance Facilitator: Patrick Bidlake Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Computer Science 110 teaches the fundamentals of structured programming and the program development cycle. Students will learn to use basic programming constructs to write simple programs using the Visual Basic programming language. More advanced topics, including graphics and animation, are also introduced. Computer Science 110 is recommended, but not required, as a prerequisite for Computer Science 120.
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Digital Technologies 120 Course Code: 1240540Distance Facilitator: Allen Steeves Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Digital Technologies 120 is a skills-based course designed for self-paced interactive learning. Students will study Web development, digital imaging, digital animation and digital audio. The skills that are developed will allow students to build complex Web and multimedia productions.
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English Language Arts 112A
Course Code: 1200032Distance Facilitator: Trevor Driscoll Prerequisite(s): English Language Arts 10 Course Content: English Lanugage Arts 112 is a year-long course. Semester one is consists of three theme-based modules focusing on the ELA curriculum outcomes of speaking and listening, reading and viewing, writing and representing. Students will also complete three assignments in an Ongoing Reading Unit in which they read and respond to books of their choice. The course requires students to interact with a wide variety of written, spoken and visual texts and to complete assignments ranging from interviews and surveys to essays and PowerPoint presentations. Semester two consists of three modules, two of which are theme-based and focus on the ELA curriculum outcomes of speaking and listening, reading and viewing, writing and representing. The third module consists of an interactive Literature Circle and a Writing Workshop. Students will also complete two assignments in an Ongoing Reading Unit in which they read and respond to books of their choice. The course requires students to interact with a wide variety of written, spoken and visual texts and to complete assignments ranging from interviews and surveys to speeches and PowerPoint presentations. |
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English Language Arts 122Course Code: 1200042Distance Facilitator: Trevor Driscoll Prerequisite(s): English Language Arts 112 Course Content: English Language Arts 122 is a one-semester course that focuses on the ELA curriculum outcomes. The outcomes are achieved through four modules that include the study of basic writing skills, poetry, non-fiction, a novel and a Shakespearean play. Students will complete a wide variety of assignments reflecting the outcomes of reading and viewing, speaking and listening, and writing and representing. Tests will be written at the end of each module and a final exam will be written at the end of the course.
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Introduction to Environmental Science 120
Course Code: 2272340Distance Facilitator: Odette Barr Prerequisite(s): Science 10 Course Content:The new Environmental Science 120 aims to help students develop the knowledge base and skills for investigating and analyzing environmental world issues and for communicating their knowledge and analysis to others. Course topics include basic ecology, environmental awareness, population growth and resource limitations, sustainable ecosystems and communities. Students also learn how to research a variety of current environmental issues and to present their findings. Assessment is based on contribution to discussions, journals, and the course blog; self-assessments and activities; assignments and tests; and the main project which includes independent research, experimental work, stewardship tasks, and a collaborative presentation. |
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Law 120 FrenchCourse Code: 1710740Distance Facilitator: Allen Steeves Prerequisite(s): French Immersion background Course Content: Law 120 French introduces students to general concepts of the law and the courts. Areas of study include the origins of the Canadian legal system, criminal law, civil and human rights and torts/civil law. Case studies are used to illustrate situations within these areas of law. Students will communicate with the distance facilitator using email and chat. Communication will also involve an oral component, using Adobe Connect to increase students' aural communication skills.
Note: Computers must have input and output activated to allow audio transmission and reception. |
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Fine Arts 110
Course Code: 1220330Distance Facilitator: Trevor Driscoll Prerequisite(s): Science 10 Course Content:Fine Arts 110 is an Art Appreciation course where students will explore pieces of Visual Art, Music, and Drama from the 20th century. Students will learn how artists are affected by and reflect the worlds that they live in by researching, collecting, and discussing a variety of artists, their work, and the events occurring around them. Students will also learn how to talk intelligently and with confidence about art by using the appropriate terminologies and language connected to it. Background experience in at least one of the art disciplines would be helpful to students, but it is not essential. |
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Geometry and Applications in Mathematics 112
Course Code: 1230132Distance Facilitator: Jennifer Amos Prerequisite(s): Mathematics 10 Course Content: Geometry and Applications in Mathematics 112 is a four unit hands-on course. The first three units are designed to present and develop concepts and processes from three fields of mathematics: circle geometry, probability and statistics. The fourth unit is an independent study that the student will present through Internet conference. Students are required to submit work on a weekly basis. Students must also submit four assignments, write tests/quizzes and participate in discussions. Use of the TI-83 calculator and graphing software are emphasized.
Note: When registering a student who has struggled with mathematics in the past, schools are strongly advised to have a local support network in place. Although the online distance facilitator will be available to provide extra help, experience has shown that online students have a better chance of success if they also have a local contact they can call upon when they need help. This support network can be made up of mathematics teachers, student tutors, parents or guardians, etc. provided those involved have a solid grasp of the material. The student may also want to suggest someone with whom he/she is comfortable. Regardless of how the network is put in place the student must be made aware of its existence (and encouraged to use it). |
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Introduction to Accounting 120
Course Code: 1236840Distance Facilitator: Arnesta Chatterton Prerequisite(s): Basic knowledge of spreadsheet applications would be beneficial. Course Content: Introduction to Accounting 120 introduces students to skills necessary for general accounting and bookkeeping. The nine-module course, both academic and practical, will emphasize: steps of the service industry's accounting cycle, accounting processes from a business event to year-end reporting and the basics of spreadsheets. Students will receive a solid grounding for post-secondary study in business as well as skills for employment and/or personal finance. |
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Law 120 Course Code: 1210740Distance Facilitator: Patrick Bidlake Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Law 120 introduces students to general concepts of the law and the courts. Areas of study include the origins of the Canadian legal system, criminal law, civil and human rights and torts/civil law. Case studies are used to illustrate situations within these areas of law.
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Media Studies 120 Course Code: 1200440Distance Facilitator: Paul Michaud Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Media Studies 120 introduces students to the evolution and impact of mass media on the individual and society. The course, both academic and practical, emphasizes the content and processes of media. Students will study six modules, four compulsory: Introduction to Media, Film/Video, Television and Advertising and two optional ones to be chosen from a teacher-created listing. Some topics and assignments will depend upon local resources. Access to the text Mass Media and Popular Culture, Barry Duncan et al. Version 2. Toronto: Harcourt Brace & Canada Ltd., Canada may be helpful but is not required.
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Mi'kmaq 110 Course Code: 9214430Distance Facilitator: Serena Francis Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: In Mi'kmaq 110, students learn to read and write in Mi'kmaq using the Francis Smith writing system. Introductory lessons focus on the letters and their corresponding sounds. Later lessons include pronouns, forming the possessive and verb conjugation. Basic vocabulary is introduced throughout the course. Students will be provided with opportunities to practice their newly acquired skills through dictations, question sheets and online activities. |
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Modern History 111
Course Code: 1210231Distance Facilitator: Patrick Bidlake Prerequisite(s): Social Studies 10 Course Content: Modern History 111 is an enriched, thematic study for those with a strong interest in, and a proven aptitude for, the study of history. The course focuses on revolutionary changes in Western society since the eighteenth century while requiring students to practice research, writing and discussion skills in a series of major assignments. Topics from the French and Industrial Revolutions through the nineteenth century revolution in ideas to the left and right-wing revolutions of the twentieth century will be studied. Students are also required to participate in an asynchronous online discussion of topics related to war and peace in the modern world.
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Nutrition for Healthy Living 120 
Course Code: 1215440Distance Facilitator: Odette Barr / Heather Roxborough Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Nutrition for Healthy Living is designed to make students aware of how to contribute to overall wellness, make healthy food choices and maintain a balance between eating habits and physical activity. Current issues relating to food technologies will also be discussed. Students will be encouraged to use reliable information to examine their eating habits and lifestyle choices.
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Physics 111Course Code: 1225431Distance Facilitator: Jennifer Amos Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Physics 111 is the first of two physics courses designed for students who intend to go to university or technical school. Topics of study, including one-dimensional kinematics and dynamics, wave motion, sound and light, introduction to electromagnetic radiation and work/energy/power, are investigated in great depth. The course aims to engage students in relating physics concepts to societal contexts and applications. A student-centred approach to theoretical and practical investigations is the basis of the curriculum. Physics 111-121 are sequential courses that utilize the discovery approach to scientific learning. Since these are enriched courses, students should have a genuine interest in science and better than average achievement in science and mathematics. The scientific method is used in gathering experimental data, and laboratory work is the focus of these courses. Topics are the same as in Physics 112-122, but the depth of coverage is greater.
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Physics 112Course Code: 1225432Distance Facilitator: Jennifer Amos Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Physics 112 is the first of two physics courses designed for students who intend to go to university or technical school. Topics include one-dimensional kinematics and dynamics, wave motion, sound and light, introduction to electromagnetic radiation and a study of work/energy/power. The course aims to engage students in relating physics concepts to societal contexts and applications. A student-centred approach to theoretical and practical investigations is the basis of the curriculum.
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Political Science 120
Course Code: 1210840Distance Facilitator: Jennifer Amos Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Political Science 120 is an introductory course designed to develop a basic understanding and knowledge of the world's political ideologies and systems. Throughout the course students will be expected to assess and compare the merits of those ideologies and systems to the Canadian system.
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Spanish 110 Course Code: 1205130Distance Facilitator: Misael Abreus-Yanes Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Spanish 110 employs an interactive tutorial method of course delivery to introduce students to the basic elements of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. Students will have the opportunity to practice the language and learn through live, online group sessions. Course themes, including Who Am I?, My friends, This Is my Family, My House Is Your House and My Town, and topics for virtual partner projects have been selected with the interests of the student in mind. Please send email for approval to Andrea Brun with time of day student would be accessing the course before registering student in database.
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Spanish 120Course Code: 1205140Distance Facilitator: Misael Aberus-Yanes Prerequisite(s): Spanish 110 or some ability to speak/understand the language Course Content: Spanish 120 requires students to improve their knowledge and ability level in the language. This will be accomplished by engaging students in the exploration of the Hispanic culture through the areas of travel, fashion and music. Over the course of the term, students will be required to engage in various online group sessions and will be expected to complete projects with a virtual partner. Please send email for approval to Andrea Brun with time of day student would be accessing the course before registering student in database.
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Trigonometry and 3-Space 122
Course Code: 1230542Distance Facilitator: Jennifer Amos
Course Content:The course is divided, as indicated in the title into two main topics: the mathematics of 3-dimensional space and an extensive study of trigonometry. The on-line version of this course has been laid out so that your will be led to discover new relationships and patterns. Some of the material will require further investigation or development that will be left to the learner. The online version of the Trigonometry and 3-Space 122 course has been divided into the following four units:
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Tourism 110
Course Code: 1237930Distance Facilitator: Andrea Brun Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Tourism 110 is a three-unit course. The general aim of the Tourism 110 program for New Brunswick is to develop an understanding of the tourism industry, create an appreciation for New Brunswick and to prepare students for work in the industry. Each unit has one major project and students will be required to work in groups. Students will have regular Live Events in Adobe Connect.
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Writing 110 Course Code: 1200130Distance Facilitator: Colleen Landry Prerequisite(s): None Course Content: Writing 110 explores the craft of writing, which focuses on the process as well as the final product. The workshop approach is employed; students engage in writing conferences with the Writing 110 instructor to work through stages of the writing process. Students choose their own writing topics, and their own writing resources to pre-write, draft, revise, edit, and proofread several kinds of writing: Personal narrative (from which students create a digital story), descriptive, editorial, public service announcement, speech, and a procedure. Students work in writing communities with their peers to exchange feedback and encourage progress. The course culminates with the compilation of a writing portfolio in which students showcase and reflect upon their progress during the semester. |
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