Just to refresh your memory the themes of this course we have been studying fall into these categories:
- Society and Identity: The 20th century has seen profound change in the social fabric of Canada that has made the search for a Canadian identity a vital issue for Canadians. In examining societalvissues, students gain understanding of the dynamic regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity of
- Canadian society: By exploring these issues, students gain understanding of the forces that both shape and reflect the Canadian identity.
- Autonomy and International Involvement: Canada has been shaped by significant historical events, both within the country and at a global level. By exploring Canada’s role in world events and examining Canada’s development as an autonomous nation, students come to understand Canada’s position and responsibilities in the international community.
- Politics and Government: The study of politics and government builds on students’ prior understanding of government structures, preparing them with the skills, knowledge, and sense of efficacy to become informed and active citizens of Canada. This study will allow students to gain understanding of their Charter rights, political philosophies and parties, elections, and how to influence public policy.
- Human Geography: Students develop understanding of the global issues that arise from the disparity in standards of living, how they affect our environment, and our response to the issues.
- A link or reference to the article you have selected.
- A summary of the issue and the article.
- An explanation of how your selection ties into Social Studies 11 and its importance as a world or Canadian issue.
- 2 or 3 questions your article brings up for you that you would like to see answered in the future.
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Source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/mar/28/japan-fukushima-nuclear-reactors-electricity
Power is still out for the pumps in the Fukushima nuclear reactor and there is still a difficulty of finding fresh water for coolant, as the readilly availiable sea water is in danger of causing a dangerous build-up of salt in the reactor. Several fuel rods are exposed and others are in danger of melting. Radiation levels in the plant are currently many times normal, causing workers to absorb their maximum yearly dosage of radiation in 15 minutes. Additionally, there is the issue of radioactive materials leeching into the surrounding soil and water.
This relates to Socials 11 because the results of the Fukushima reactor incident may reverberate around the world for years to come, depending on how events continue to unfold.
Some questions that this article brings to mind that I think should be answered in the future are How can we make better containment for nuclear reactors so that leaking radiation isn't an issue?, Why do we not locate reactors in safer areas, eg. NOT anywhere in the "Ring of Fire"?, Why do countries like Japan not use tidal power instead of putting the country at risk with nuclear power plants?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-12884669
17 Rebels killed during fighting in Ingushetia Russia. 3 Russian police officers were also killed during the fighting as Russia has been struggling to combat insurgants.
This article applys to socails 11 as its showing people are Rebeling and standing up for what the beleive. Demanding their ways in a voilent display. Just like the Manitoba General Strike.
My questions are what is the Russain Goverment doing to make these Citizens Rebel agaisnt them?
Also What is the Russain Goverment doing to deal with this other than killing them?
R.harris
Politics and Government: Egypt Riots
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/international/countriesandterritories/egypt/index.html
The people of Egypt haven't been happy with their president of many many years by unfair voting and rigging, Mubarak, and decided to riot to bring about change. The government responded by fighting back. After travel bans, violence, destruction, and death, Mubarak finally resigned. However, now they have to find a new leader and a way to choose this new leader which will bring about change, but it might not be for the better.
This appplies to Socials 11 because we learn about the political spectrum and how votes and leaders can be brought about. We also learn about autonomy and how events can change a nation's status.
Some questions are how they will elect a new leader, what kind of leader they will be and what kind of leader they are looking for, and if it will benefit of harm Egypt, the rest of the Middle East issues, and the oil and shipping to North America.
CK
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12881240
78 people killed in blast, dead include women and children, explosion heard ten miles away, blast caused a massive fire, burned bodies everywhere, the force of the explosion left the bodies so badly charred that it made counting the dead impossible.
The fatal blast at Yemen arms factory has similar results as the halifax explosion did in WWI.
People are rebeling because of their government situation just like has happenened in the past.
What is the rest of the world going to do about the rising physical force in Yemen?
What caused such a huge blast?
B.L.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/story/2011/03/26/f-coalition-government-canada.html
Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff states that a coalition government is out of the question. While Conservative Leader Stephen Harper believes that Ignatieff will, and states that the choice is for a Conservative majority or a coalition.
This relates to the first unit of Socials 11, when we talked about the government as a coalition, majority, or minority.
This makes you wonder if Ignatieff will try to form a coalition with the other parties, or will keep to his word. I also makes you wonder who will win the election.
- BP
http://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/canadavotes2011/story/2011/03/28/election-action-west.html
The article talks about where different governments want to spend Canada's money. It seems the Conservatives would rather spend the money on corporations, instead of families. Money is being spent on less important things instead of Canadian citizens.
This article is relevent to socials 11 as it deals with government and politics. Articles like these are helping to inform young people and students what's really going on with our government and prepares us to vote.
I would like to know more where our money is going and how it's helping citizens and not the government, and also how Harper's family tax cut will work out.
MT
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/story/2011/03/24/libya-gadhafi-rebel-misrata.html?ref=rss
Canada is sending planes to try to help the rebels in Libya but Gadhafi is still killing civilians on the ground. It also talks about how the people don't want Gadhafi to rule them anymore and that government representatives and Libyan rebels are to meet soon to try to solve the problems and agree of a cease fire.
This ties into socials eleven curriculum because this is impotant to Canadian autonomy. Canada is a peaceful country and it's interesting that they chose a side but it was the right side because they are trying to help the people and save them from the government's gunfire. But in the long run if s new leader is chosen in Libya then they will remember what side that Canada chose when their people were rebelling.
What roles do the planes directly play in helping the people?
Are bombs being thrown from the Canadian planes or will they sink to that level in the future?
also I was wondering what it's like with the United Nations right now and what all they are trying to do to get peace and get rid of Gadhafi?
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HR
Current News: Tsunami in Japan.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/12/world/asia/12japan.html?_r=1
An 8.9 magnitide earthquake set off a devistating tsunami that caused intense damage to coastal cities, and even damaged a nuclear plant, causeing radiation concerns. This is related to socials 11 because humans have always thought that we can overcome mothernature, and we reform land and create cities near water, but really, entire populations wiped out from a single event of nature.This event is important to canada because canadians were in Japan, we depnd on japan for imports, and they are people just like us, so we help them out. A few questions on the article i would like to have answered are: What is the overall death toll in Japan?, and why won't the Japanese government allow red cross members from other countries come in to aide the survivors?.
L.B.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/world/story/2011/03/28/libya-sirte-gadhafi.html Rebel forces have regained much ground against Gadhafi's supporters with the help of UN air strikes and support. amidst some scepticism the UN says that it's only concern is to protect civilians.The rebels are being supported by several nations including Quatar which is formally recognizing the rebels as the representatives of the country. This article shows Canada and it's involvement in international affairs. This is important because this conflict helps to define Canada and Libya. This brings up questions about where Canadian involvement stops and when the Libyan civil war is impeded by such involvement.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/world/story/2011/03/24/libya-gadhafi-rebel-misrata.html
This article discusses how Canada is sending planes into Italy to help defend Libyan civilians. The Candian government hopes that this will work and leader Gadhafi will not be able to harm his poeple. The article summarizes also that the citizens are still at risk as well as people are so terrified they are leaving the country. This relates to Socials 11 because it demonstrates Canada's international involvement and autonomy. It shows Canada going into other places of the world to stand up for our beliefs.
In the future I'd like to see whether the planes had the effect the Canadian government had hoped for, how the Libyan citizens reacted (whether they were happy, frightened, or felt threatened) and if the rest of the middle eastern governments will try to be less violent because they do not want other nations to intervene as they have done in Libya.
cs.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-12798799
The earthquake in Japan has had a negative affect on much of the world. Many people have died and many were left injured. The is an continueing event that hasnt stopped yet. Tokyos tap water has been left un-drinkable due to the quake, it has affected most of the capitals water supply. The Regulations believe that the main source of radioactivity is coming from the reactors. Maybe all of these events that are happening will warn and help people predict any future events. There was many traffic jams full of panniced people trying to get home.
A.F.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/world/story/2011/02/24/f-libya-topix.html
There is a huge crysis going on in Libya right now. Leader Gadlhafi of Libya has stated that he won't back down no matter what happens. The rebels who are opposing the Libyan government have the support of many of the world's most succesful nations, including Canada. Canada has recently openly stated that they support the rebels and have sent several fighter planes to support their cause.
I belive that this relates to the Socails 11 curiculum because it shows that Canada has the ability and the will to support other countries and thier battles. Canada is an independent nation that no longer has to do whatever Britain says when international affairs are involved.
Will Canada's pressence affect the outcome of the battle?
Will Canada continue to excersice thier independce in foreign affairs?
How does the rest of the world view Canada's aid in these situations?
R.M
BC
Source-http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-12884518
The shifting power in Libya is sure to become more prominent in the days to come as the conflict becomes resolved. Canada has shown it's stance on the issue but what we will do about it is still a question.
Canada has joined the coalition effort to maintain a no-fly zone over Libya and prevent Gaddafi from targeting civilians. This article is about Canada's first air strike in Libya: http://www.vancouversun.com/jobs/Canada+conducts+first+mission+over+Libya/4478268/story.html?id=4478268
This article explains the coalition effort in a whole and the advancements of the rebel forces into Sirte, Libya:http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-12877319
This issue is important for Socials 11 because it shows Canada's international involvement in an important issue in the Middle East. This issue demonstrates our country's position and responsibilty in international affairs.
1. Are there very many casualties resulting from the fighting between Gaddafi's forces and the Rebels?
2. Why are the Rebels exaggerating their victories of certain towns?
J.H.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/world/story/2011/03/28/libya-sirte-gadhafi.html
With the help of the NATO, the rebel forces is able to push their power toward Gadhafi's home town. According to NATO, the reason they drop all the bombs on Libya is to protect civilians, not to support the rebels. with all rebel at the upper hand. the Libyian government tries to call a cease fire but the rebels refuses to negotiates. Many middle east countries are now recognizing the rebel as the "government" of Libya.
This relates to Socials 11 because the results of the rebellion will have huge effect on middle east political world and world oil price.
Some questions i have after reading the articles is that will the bombing of the NATO have effect on Libya's future economy? another question i have is that if the some of the rebel started to kill Gahadafi's supporters, will the NATO stand of to protect those civilians?
Source:
http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20110324/libya-canada-planes-110324/
Canada is taking the side of Libyan rebels in their fight against the country's leader, Moammar Gadhafi. In an effort to assist them, Canada has sent two surveillance aircraft to the coast of Libya to help stop ships from bringing weapons into the country. The aircraft will aid NATO in scanning the coastline to thwart off unwanted ships. In addition, Canada has alreadly contributed seven CF-18 fighter jets, one frigate, and 435 military members to protect Libyan civilians from government attacks. Thus far, they have been successful in driving off a convoy of tanks.
This relates to the international involvement section of Social Studies 11, as Canada is making a large contribution to help with the crisis in Libya and is setting an example for other countries. This is a significant world issue as it has sparked unrest and rebellion in other Middle Eastern countries, and will continue to do so.
I wish the article had been clearer on whether the world's efforts were making a difference in civilian safety. I also wish it had mentioned which other countries were assisting, and how Gadhafi and his troops planned to deal with Canadian troops in Libya.
klh.
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