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Programs of Study & Learning and Teaching Resources

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Alberta's Kindergarten to Grade 12 curriculum is outlined in Programs of Study that identify what students are expected to learn and be able to do in all subjects and grades. The curriculum is designed to help students achieve their individual potential and create a positive future for themselves, their families and their communities.

High quality learning and teaching resources, in the form of student texts, teacher guides, videos and software programs, contribute to student achievement by supporting implementation of the programs of study and accommodating the diverse learning needs of Alberta students.

Curriculum Implementation Schedule, June 2007 (310 kb)
Indicates dates planned for program implementation and resource availability.

Programs of Study & Resources by Subject

Courses to Be Withdrawn
 
Core Programs
English Language Arts English Language Arts Mathematics Mathematics
Fine Arts Fine Arts [Elementary] Physical Education Physical Education
Français (Francophone) Science Science
French Language Arts (Immersion) Social Studies Social Studies
Health Health/Career and Life Management
Information and Communication Technology Information and Communication Technology
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Optional Programs
  Aboriginal Languages Program
  Aboriginal Studies
  Career and Technology Studies
  English as a Second Language
  Fine Arts [Secondary]
  French as a Second Language
  Green Certificate Program
  Knowledge and Employability Courses
  International Languages Program
  Social Sciences
  Other:
(26 kb) Career Internship 10, 2002 (26 kb)
(46 kb) Environmental and Outdoor Education, 1990 (46 kb)
(28 kb) Ethics, 1989 (28 kb)
(8 kb) Special Projects 10–20–30, 1995 (8 kb)
(8 kb) Work Experience 15–25–35, 1995 (8 kb)

Primary Programs (Kindergarten to Grade 3)
  Kindergarten
  Kindergarten to Grade 3

Cross-curricular Initiatives and Resources
  Focusing on Success: Teaching Students with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
  Building on Success: Helping Students Make Transitions from Year to Year
  Daily Physical Activity  [French]
  Character Education
  First Nations, Métis and Inuit Learners (Our Words, Our Ways)
  Special Education  [French]
 Inquiry-based Learning (Focus on Inquiry)  [French]

Program of Studies Amendments – 2007
Your program of studies document(s) should be updated by inserting the appropriate amendment package(s). The changes to the 2007 programs of study are as follows:
Elementary Schools Program of Studies (1.7 mb)
Junior High Schools Program of Studies (1.7 mb)
Senior High Schools Program of Studies (4.8 mb)

Related Links
The following links to Web sites may be of interest to students, parents and educators.

Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS)
A provincial gateway to career, learning and employment information and services. The ALIS site is provided through a provincial government partnership of the department and Alberta Human Resources and Employment.

A searchable database of all authorized resources.

Updates on curriculum, learning and teaching resources and a range of other topics. Published in October, January and May.

Digital resources to support learning.

One-stop shop for learning resources, including most authorized materials.

Information about achievement tests and diploma examinations.

An education–business partnership that provides Internet inservice, support and mentorship for Alberta teachers.

The WNCP section gives all of the details on the Western and Northern Canadian Protocol initiative.

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