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. . Ini\ersit\ ofAlbertaLibran 1620 1941 3622 2003 AMENDMENTS to the Program of Studies: Elementary Schools 1 Replace (2002) front-end pages i to iii and Preamble pages 1 to 6 with revised (2003) front-end pages i to iii and Preamble pages 1 to 6. LANGUAGE LEARNING 2. • Replace Ukrainian Language Arts sections A. B. and C. with new Ukrainian Language Arts, pages 1 to 101. LB 1564 C2 A34 1990 gr. 01-06 amend 2003 CURRGDHT Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2012 with funding from University of Alberta Libraries http://archive.org/details/programstudiesg1to603albe 2003 AMENDMENTS to the Program of Studies: Elementary Schools 1. Replace (2002) front-end pages i to iii and Preamble pages 1 to 6 with revised (2003) front-end pages i to iii and Preamble pages 1 to 6. LANGUAGE LEARNING 2. • Replace Ukrainian Language Arts sections A. B. and C. with new Ukrainian Language Arts, pages 1 to 101. LB 1564 C2 A34 1990 gr. 01-06 amend. 2003 CURR HIST Ex LlBRIS Universitatis Albertensis PROGRAM STUDIES Elementary Schools This Program ofStudies is issued underthe authority ofthe Ministerof Learning pursuant to section 39(1) ofthe SchoolAct, Revised Statutes ofAlberta 2000, Chapter S-3 with amendments in force as of January 1, 2002. /dlbcrra LEARNING Copyright ©2003, the Crown in Right ofAlberta, as represented by the Minister of Learning. Alberta Learning, Curriculum Branch, 10044 - 108 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T5J 5E6. This document reflects changes in the program of studies for elementary schoolsup to June 2003. Outside Edmonton dial 310-0000 for toll-free connection. Inside Edmonton dial 427-2984. Permission is given by the copyright owner to reproduce this Program of Studies: Elementary Schools for educational purposes and on a nonprofit basis. ©AlbertaLearning,Alberta,Canada UNIVERSITY LIBRARY UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA PROGRAM OF STUDIES: KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 6 CONTENTS 2003 PREAMBLE Introduction 1 Religious andPatriotic Instruction 5 ProgramFoundations 2 LearningResources 6 Course A. B. C. Curriculum Allprogramsofstudyareavailableforviewinganddownloadingat Program General Standards/ <http://www.learning.gov.ab.ca>underKindergartento Grade 12, Rationale Learner Specific Learner Curriculum,CurriculumbySubject. andPhilosophy Expectations Expectations FINE ARTS Art 1985 1985 1985 Drama 1985 1985 1985 Music 1989 1989 1989 HEALTH ANDLIFE SKILLS 2002 2002 2002 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION 2000 2000 2000 TECHNOLOGY LANGUAGE LEARNING EnglishLanguage Arts 2000 2000 2000 Francais 2000° French Language Arts 2000° French as a Second Language 1992 BeginningLevel 1992 1992 Intermediate Level 1993 1993 UkrainianLanguage Arts 2003 2003 2003 Native Languages Blackfoot Language and Culture Program 1990 1990 1990 CreeLanguage and Culture Program 1989 1989 1989 MATHEMATICS 1997 1997 1997 PHYSICALEDUCATION 2000 2000 2000 pp.21,292001 SCIENCE 1996 1996 SOCIAL STUDIES 1990 1990 1990 Thedatesinthe grid indicate the mostcurrentandup-to-date sections ineachprogramofstudies. ® Programinformation only. ©AlbertaLearning, Alberta,Canada ill (Kindergarten to Grade 6, 2003) INTRODUCTION Program ofStudies Basic Learning Resources The Program ofStudies identifies the outcomes for Alberta Learning authorizes a variety of resources the core and optional learning components for to support the programs ofstudy. Complete listings Kindergarten to Grade 12. Content is focused on of all resources can be found in the Learning what students are expected to know and be able to Resources Centre Resources Catalogue, or do. electronicallythroughthe: Though organized into separate subject, course or • LRC Web site at www.lrc.leaming.gov.ab.ca. program areas, there are many connections across Resource listings can alsobe accessed throughthe: the curriculum. Students see the world as a connected whole rather than as isolated segments. • Authorized Resources Database at Integrating across content areas, and providing www.leaming.gov.ab.ca under Kindergarten to ways for students to make connections, enhances Grade 12, Curriculum, Curriculum Resources. student learning. The reporting ofstudent progress should, nevertheless, be in terms of the outcomes Alberta Learning Web Site outlined in courses ofstudy foreach subjectarea. Information covering all areas of Kindergarten Within any group of students there is a range of to Grade 12 education in Alberta, including individual differences. Flexibility in planning for curriculum and resources, can be found individuals within a group is needed. Therefore, at www.learning.gov.ab.ca under Kindergarten to school organization and teacher methodology are Grade 12. not mandated at the provincial level and may vary from class to class and school to school in order to meet studentneeds. For guidelines and regulations relating to school programs and organization for instruction, refer to the Guide to Education: ECS to Grade 12, available for viewing and downloading from the Alberta Learning Web site. Print copies are available forpurchase fromthe LRC. ©AlbertaLearning, Alberta,Canada (Preamble, 2003) . PROGRAM FOUNDATIONS Alberta's Learning System Accountable • The learning system is accountable to Lifelong Learning Albertans for quality results, system sustainability, and fiscal responsibility. Lifelong learning is the process by which people acquire and apply knowledge and skills throughout Responsive life to help them reach employment goals, enjoy a high quality of life, and be active and responsible • The learning system is flexible and meets and anticipates learner need. citizens. Lifelong learning begins in early childhood and continues into the senior years. Innovative Lifelong learning enables Albertans to participate and prosper in an ever-changing, knowledge-based • The learning system demonstrates leading economy and society. edge innovation for improved results. Vision Equitable Albertans have equitable access to lifelong The best learning system in the world. learning opportunities. Mission Values Alberta Learning, through its leadership and work Respect with stakeholders, ensures that learners are Integrity prepared for lifelong learning, work and citizenship Trust so they are able to contribute to a democratic, Openness knowledge-based andprosperous society. Caring Principles Ministry Core Businesses LearnerCentered Adult Learning 1. • The lifelong learning system is focused on the 2. Apprenticeship and IndustryTraining learner. 3. Basic Learning Accessible Ministry Goals • Albertans have access to affordable, quality learning opportunities. 1 High Quality Learning Opportunities forAll 2. Excellence in Learner Outcomes 3. Highly Responsive and Responsible Ministry. Collaborative • Learning is a lifelong human endeavor that best occurs when partners and stakeholders work together to provide a holistic approach and a supportive environment. O Excerpted from theAlberta Learning 2003-2006 Business Plan, April 8, 2003. This plan is available on the Alberta Learning Web site at www.leaming.gov.ab.ca. (Preamble, 2003) ©AlbertaLearning,Alberta,Canada