Social Subjects Modern Studies
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MODERN STUDIES DEPARTMENT Modern Studies is the social, political and economic study of local national and international issues. It is an up to date subject that is all around you. The Department's aim is to encourage all pupils to develop an interest in the modern world and to foster an understanding of the key issues, topics and controversies which exist in today's society. Pupils are given many opportunities to develop their interests in our subject areas beyond the classroom, through visits from guest speakers and a variety of other activities. Through a variety of learning and teaching strategies the Department seeks to aid pupils in becoming independent learners. There are strong links between Modern Studies and other areas of the curriculum as well as the Literacy and Numeracy strategies and Working with Others and ICT. Mrs Mary McKeirnan, (Principal Teacher) Mrs Anne Logan Miss Mhairi Stewart Other Social Subjects staff teach Modern Studies in S1 and S2 Courses studied in Modern Studies are: In S1 / S2 students will study U.S.A., Law and Order, Developing World and Dictatorship and Democracy In S3 and S4 pupils follow the Standard Grade Modern Studies course and study topics such as Living in a Democracy, Changing Society, U.S.A. and International Relations In S5 and S6 pupils can study the following N.Q. courses: Intermediate 2 Modern Studies Higher Modern Studies Advanced Higher Modern Studies Ethos The Department aims to make all courses interesting and relevant to pupils. Content and methodologies are reviewed regularly. Pupil work is displayed in the department. The Department participates fully in the life of the school. A Charity Walk for Africa is organised each year on one of the School Activity days. Charity Walk for Africa 2009 Christmas for Africa, organized by the Modern Studies Department is now in its 9th year. The concert has become a whole school event and many departments participate. The money raised from these events goes to support the Eva Demaya Centre in Malawi. The Modern Studies Department has developed close links with the centre and one of the Directors, John Fox has visited the department and spoken to pupils. We receive regular updates from the centre. www.evademaya.nl The department uses the expertise of visiting speakers to enhance pupil experience. Some of the speakers used on a regular basis are: Jackie Baillie MSP John Reid MP Councillor Ellen Morton Representatives from Save the Children, Red Cross Strathclyde Police USEFUL LINKS http://www.oxfam.org.uk |
