Chapter 7: Rejecting Liberalism - Communism and Fascism (Alberta Social Studies 30)

Описание: Chapter 7 | Rejecting Liberalism: Communism and Fascism

In this video, we explore Chapter 7 of the Social Studies 30 textbook, which examines communism and fascism as ideologies that reject liberalism.

This chapter focuses on how severe economic hardship, social instability, and dissatisfaction with liberal democratic systems led some societies to adopt authoritarian ideologies. You’ll analyze how both communism and fascism reject liberal beliefs about individual rights, democracy, and limited government—though for very different reasons.

Key topics covered in this chapter include:

What it means to reject liberalism

Core beliefs and values of communism

Core beliefs and values of fascism

How communism and fascism differ from each other

Why these ideologies gained support during times of crisis and instability

The role of the state, leadership, and power in each ideology

How individual rights are viewed under communism and fascism

Historical examples of communist and fascist regimes

This summary will help you:
✔ Understand why some societies rejected liberalism
✔ Compare communism and fascism as ideological systems
✔ Analyze the consequences of rejecting liberal democratic values
✔ Prepare for class discussions, source analysis, and written responses
✔ Address the Chapter Issue: To what extent should communism or fascism replace liberalism?

📌 Ideal for Social Studies 30-1 and 30-2 students, exam review, or anyone needing a clear overview of these ideologies.

Be sure to watch this chapter alongside Chapters 6 and 8 to better understand how ideologies evolve, clash, and respond to changing historical conditions.