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In S3 this course is optional
Why study Modern Studies?
Why study Modern Studies?
Want to find out more about the World you live in now? Do you care about Human Rights, what can be done about terrorism and Brexit? Do you want to learn more about World leaders like Trump and Kim Jong Il? If so, then Modern Studies may be for you!
We cover up-to-date political, social and international issues (and sometimes even try to predict the future!) The subject is an exciting opportunity to learn more about the World we live in and develop your understanding of current affairs and global citizenship. You will be challenged to develop both your literacy and numeracy skills, and perhaps most importantly, you’re debating skills. So what do you think?
Where does this course lead to in S4?
Where does this course lead to in S4?
In S4 the majority of candidates will sit either N4 or N5 in Modern Studies. This can lead to a future Higher or Advanced Higher study in Modern Studies, or similar social subjects like History, RMPS, Politics or Geography.
What will you study in this course?
What will you study in this course?
There are three main units of study reflecting some major World changes:
USA – Who is Donald Trump? How did he win the American Election? Why do black lives matter? Will Trump ever build that wall?
Crimes against Humanity - How are other countries run? What is happening in Syria? What are LGBT rights and why are they being abused? Take a trip round the World learning about Human Rights.
The Media and Politics - How do politicians use the Media? Can you spot bias? Are we all being brainwashed? How do you win an election? Find out!
You will also pick up skills which will help you in other subjects and daily life:
Detecting and explaining bias, exaggeration or selectivity in a range of sources.
Making and justifying decisions based on evidence.
Drawing and justifying conclusions using sources.
Verbal and written debating skills – what do you value and believe? No sitting on the fence here!
Assessment in this course
Assessment in this course
Varied and personalised! A mixture of groupwork, presentation methods, debates, written opinion pieces and tests. Most importantly, you will be pushed hard and exposed to all major N5 question types – excellent preparation for S4 and beyond.
Homework in this course
Homework in this course
Several key pieces of homework will allow you to choose what you investigate further. This allows you to learn more about what interests you, but will definitely challenge you to improve your knowledge, skills and opinions.
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