Aim of Course
The social subjects course aims to introduce pupils to the three social sciences; history, geography and modern studies. Pupils study a variety of topics which will develop skills of enquiry, critical thinking and opinion.
Exposure to the three sciences allows pupils the opportunity to choose a final term topic from choices provided by the teacher. This allows pupils to develop the skills needed to make choices about their learning as they progress through the school.
The subject helps to improve an understanding of our place in the wider world.
Course Content
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Term 1-3 history topic
What’s History? S1,2,3 Home Front WW2 S1 Scottish Wars of Independence S2 Term 1,2,3 Ancient Romans S3 History of Native Americans S3 Term 2,3
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Term 1 Geography/Mod.Studs S1 Weather Types S2 Earth’s Structure S3 Tectonics/Volcanoes S4 Settlement and Democracy in UK |
Term 2 Geography/Mod.Studs S1Measuring Weather S2 Earthquakes S3 Benefits/Dangers of volcanoes S4 Brazil Scottish Parliament |
Term 3
S1 Mapping S2 Rich/Poor Worlds S3 Population and Rich/Poor Worlds S4 Crime and Punishment Extreme Weather |
Homework
Given on a weekly basis.
Assessment Arrangements
Ongoing formative assessment based on teacher observation of pupils’ written work, oral responses to questions asked and overall pupil enthusiasm whilst in class. For fourth year classes submitted for National SQA awards assessment requirements done throughout course duration.
Reporting
End of year full report.