Skills For Success in Secondary School
GLS10-GRADE 9
Course Code:
GLS10
Subject:
Skills For Success in Secondary School
Course type:
open
Prerequiste:
None
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GLS10 – Skills for Success in Secondary School is a foundational course designed to help Grade 9 students thrive as they begin their high school journey. Centered around the development of personal, academic, and social competencies, this course empowers students to become confident, organized, and self-aware learners.
Through interactive lessons, goal-setting exercises, and reflective activities, students explore essential skills such as time management, study strategies, self-motivation, and teamwork. They learn how to take ownership of their learning process, manage challenges, and build the habits necessary for long-term academic success.
The course also supports students in developing interpersonal skills, including effective communication, empathy, and conflict resolution. These tools not only enhance classroom collaboration but also prepare students to engage positively within their broader school and community environments.
By connecting learning strategies to personal interests and future goals, GLS10 encourages students to see the relevance of education in their lives. Whether planning a course pathway, exploring careers, or managing daily responsibilities, students complete the course with a toolkit of practical strategies that will support them throughout high school and beyond.
Unit 1: Learning Skills
This unit focuses on essential learning techniques that support academic success. Students explore strategies to improve reading comprehension, organization, and motivation.
Lessons include:
Enhancing Your Reading Skills
Effective Organization Methods
Boosting Motivation and Focus
Study Strategies for Success
Time Management Fundamentals
Unit 2: Personal Knowledge and Management Skills
Students investigate patterns, relationships, and algebraic models. They develop fluency in writing and solving equations and interpreting algebraic expressions.
Lessons include:
- iscovering Your Strengths & Interests
Setting Smart Goals
Managing Stress Effectively
Building Self-Awareness
- Cultivating a Positive Mindset
Unit 3: Interpersonal Knowledge and Skills
This unit builds communication and collaboration skills through team activities and conflict resolution scenarios.
Lessons include:
- The Importance of Teamwork
Communicating with Confidence
Active Listening Techniques
Resolving Conflict Constructively
Building Empathy and Respect
Unit 4: Pathways to Success in Secondary School
Students learn how to plan their academic journey, explore future pathways, and connect their learning to real-world opportunities.
Lessons include:
- Employability Skills
Learning Styles and Academic Planning
Career Exploration and Planning
Connecting School with Life Goals
Student achievement in GLS10 is based on a combination of reflective activities, goal-setting exercises, and practical assignments:
- 70% of the final grade comes from evaluations across the four course units. These include personal journals, self-assessments, peer feedback, and assignments.
- 30% of the final grade is based on final evaluations::
- 10% Culminating personal growth portfolio
- 20% Final exam focused on applied learning skills
All assessments align with Ontario curriculum expectations and are designed to help students understand themselves better while preparing for future academic and career success.
Industry-Standard Tools
Access to the latest software and hardware used in the technology industry.
Expert Faculty
Learn from experienced professionals with industry background.
Project-Based Learning
Develop practical skills through hands-on projects and assignments.
Career Support
Guidance for future education and career opportunities.
Where Flexibility Meets Academic Excellence
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