Within the innovative framework of the new Quebec Culture and Citizenship program for Grade 10 students, Dokoma Editions introduces a captivating Learning and Evaluation Situation (LES) titled "Cultural Exploration: In Search of Quebec Identity".

This LES fits perfectly into the "Culture and Symbolic Productions" component, offering a fascinating dive into the cultural riches of Quebec.

Linked to the curriculum, this LES is firmly rooted in the general domain of "Living Together and Citizenship," while promoting the transversal skill of cooperation. It addresses main and specific concepts such as culture, material and immaterial culture, as well as religious culture, providing students with a rich and diverse learning framework.

Culture, in its broadest definition, encompasses the arts, letters, ways of life, legal and political systems, traditions, and beliefs. It is manifested both in everyday benchmarks, our "primary culture," and in the works and symbols created to reflect on the latter, our "secondary culture." This LES invites students to explore these dimensions, focusing on the heritage and future of Quebec communities.

The introduction of this LES, asking the question "What does it mean to be Quebecois?", serves as a starting point for a deep discussion on Quebec identity. Through various tasks, students are invited to explore the expressions of religion in Quebec, including searching for traces of Catholic religious heritage in their neighborhood or region, and analyzing the relationship between Quebecers and religion, focusing on the Quiet Revolution and its effects on current beliefs.

The task "Which culture?" encourages reflection on the unique traits of Quebec culture, fostering enriching dialogue within the class. The final task, creating an integration guide for new immigrants, represents a concrete and significant application of acquired knowledge, inviting students to reflect on the best ways to share Quebec culture and life.

"Cultural Exploration: In Search of Quebec Identity" is more than just a LES; it's an invitation to discovery, reflection, and cooperation, aimed at enriching students' understanding of what shapes the collective Quebec identity. Through this exploration, Dokoma Editions offers a valuable educational tool to navigate the complexities of living together and citizenship in a diverse and constantly evolving society.