Social Studies 10: Historical Globalization

Learn how early globalization efforts shaped the world. An Alberta teacher created this resource.

An examination of the social, economic, and political impacts of Imperialism. This video was created by an Alberta teacher

A look at the impact of Imperialism on the Indigenous people of Turtle Island. An Alberta teacher created this resource.

This useful video (created by an Alberta teacher) considers the fallout from Imperialism that we still see today.

Post-World War II breakup/collapse of European empires, particularly Africa and Asia. Note: teachers should preview this video.

Learn how these European countries managed to leverage the Industrial Revolution to build empires.

Learn about King Leopold II’s horrific regime in the Congo resulted in the deaths of 10 million people.

While slavery is abolished in the US, an new industry of imprisoning black men has replaced it.

With the arrival of European newcomers, centuries of Indigenous traditions face sudden change.

A new generation of rebels and entrepreneurs compete for the key to this land’s prosperity.

First Contact takes six Canadians on a journey intended to challenge attitudes about Indigenous peoples

An eye-opening documentary focused on homelessness and the complex social issues facing the city of Lethbridge.

Explore how human activity is permanently changing the Earth’s natural systems

You can use this interactive map to see if there was a residential school in or near your community.

An overview of the life, accomplishments, and possible motivations of Samuel de Champlain.

The "Doctrine of Discovery" proclaimed in Papal Bulls of the 1400s was used to justify for colonization

This resource explores the history of the relationships between Indigenous peoples and French settlers in North America prior to 1763.

A very useful online collection of information about Indigenous communities in Canada.

View and learn more about the hundreds of Indian residential schools that were not included in the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreemen t

A more detailed article about the Two Row Wampum Treaty between Dutch settlers and the Haudenosaunee.

This article examines the relationships between Indigenous peoples and French colonists during France's expansionist period.

Students simulate the trading of goods between countries. Then they reflect on the challenges of trade between countries. (Activity: 30 min)