Grade 11 Lesson Plans
All subjects available for this grade level.
Aligned to Ontario Curriculum Expectations
18 subjects · 111 units · 779 topics
Ages 16-17
The Arts
This course explores the intersection of technical proficiency and conceptual depth across visual arts, music, dance, and theater. Students engage in advanced creative processes while critically analyzing the social and historical contexts that shape artistic production in Canada and globally.
Biology
An intensive exploration of the complexity of life from the molecular level to entire ecosystems. Students investigate the mechanisms of inheritance, the diversity of living organisms, and the physiological systems that maintain human health.
Canadian & World Studies
An exploration of world history to the 16th century, the Canadian legal system, economic theory, and regional geography. Students analyze the forces that have shaped human societies and contemporary Canadian identity.
Chemistry
This course explores the fundamental principles of chemical science by examining the relationship between atomic structure and macroscopic properties. Students investigate chemical reactions, quantify matter through stoichiometry, and analyze the energy changes and behaviors of solutions in the physical world.
Computer Science
This course explores the foundations of computer science through advanced programming structures, algorithmic efficiency, and systems architecture. Students build complex software solutions while examining the social and ethical implications of emerging technologies in a global context.
Economics
This course explores how individuals and societies manage scarcity through decision making and resource allocation. Students analyze market structures, government intervention, and the complexities of the global economy to understand the forces shaping their financial lives.
Entrepreneurship
This Grade 11 Entrepreneurship course introduces students to the world of business and the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Students will develop a comprehensive venture plan, learning how to evaluate opportunities, conduct market research, and manage financial resources. The curriculum aligns with Canadian provincial standards, equipping students with practical skills for future business endeavours.
Geography
This course investigates the complex interactions between physical environments and human societies. Students analyze spatial patterns, resource management, and the geopolitical forces that shape our modern world through a geographic lens.
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies
This course explores the histories, cultures, and contemporary realities of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit in Canada. Students will examine the impact of colonialism, the importance of self-determination, and the rich contributions of Indigenous peoples to Canadian society.
Language Arts
This course explores how diverse voices shape the Canadian and global literary landscape. Students engage with complex texts to refine their analytical writing, critical thinking, and oral communication skills while investigating the intersection of identity and society.
Marketing
This Grade 11 Marketing course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of product marketing, including the marketing of goods, services, and events. Students will examine how trends, issues, global economic changes, and information technology influence consumer buying habits and will develop a comprehensive marketing plan.
Foundations for College Mathematics
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as a problem-solving tool in the real world. Students will extend their understanding of quadratic relations, investigate situations involving exponential growth, solve problems involving compound interest, and solve financial problems connected with vehicle ownership.
Functions
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending students' experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will investigate properties of discrete and continuous functions, including trigonometric and exponential functions, and represent functions numerically, algebraically, and graphically.
Mathematics
This course explores the behavior of functions, trigonometric identities, and algebraic sequences. Students develop abstract reasoning skills by modeling real world phenomena through quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric lenses.
Functions and Applications
This course introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending students' experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will investigate properties of discrete and continuous functions, including trigonometric and exponential functions, and represent functions numerically, algebraically, and graphically.
Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematics as it is applied in the workplace and daily life. Students will solve problems associated with earning money, paying taxes, making purchases, saving, investing, borrowing, and transportation.
Philosophy
This Grade 11 Philosophy course introduces students to the fundamental questions of human existence, knowledge, ethics, and society. Students will develop critical thinking and philosophical reasoning skills by exploring historical and contemporary philosophical thought. The curriculum aligns with the Ontario HZB3M framework, encouraging deep inquiry into the big questions of life.
Physics
This course explores the fundamental principles governing the physical world through rigorous mathematical modeling and laboratory investigation. Students investigate the relationships between force, energy, and fields to understand how physical laws shape our technological and natural environment.