Social studies: second level experiences and outcomes

SOC 2-01a

I can use primary and secondary sources selectively to research events in the past.

SOC 2-02a

I can interpret historical evidence from a range of periods to help to build a picture of Scotland’s heritage and my sense of chronology.

SOC 2-03a

I can investigate a Scottish historical theme to discover how past events or the actions of individuals or groups have shaped Scottish society.

SOC 2-04a

I can compare and contrast a society in the past with my own and contribute to a discussion of the similarities and differences.

SOC 2-06a

I can discuss why people and events from a particular time in the past were important, placing them within a historical sequence.

SOC 2-07a

I can describe the major characteristic features of Scotland’s landscape and explain how these were formed.

SOC 2-07b

I can describe the physical processes of a natural disaster and discuss its impact on people and the landscape.

SOC 2-08a

I can discuss the environmental impact of human activity and suggest ways in which we can live in a more environmentally-responsible way.

SOC 2-08b

I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of a proposed land use development and discuss the impact this may have on the community.

SOC 2-09a

Having explored the ways journeys can be made, I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of transport, discussing their impact on the environment.

SOC 2-10a

Having explored my local area, I can present information on different places to live, work and relax and interesting places to visit.

SOC 2-12a

By comparing my local area with a contrasting area outwith Britain, I can investigate the main features of weather and climate, discussing the impact on living things.

SOC 2-13a

I can explain how the physical environment influences the ways in which people use land by comparing my local area with a contrasting area.

SOC 2-14a

To extend my mental map and sense of place, I can interpret information from different types of maps and am beginning to locate key features within Scotland, UK, Europe or the wider world.

SOC 2-15a

I can use evidence selectively to research current social, political or economic issues.

SOC 2-16a

I can explain how the needs of a group in my local community are supported.

SOC 2-16b

I can gather and use information about forms of discrimination against people in societies and consider the impact this has on people’s lives.

SOC 2-16c

I can discuss issues of the diversity of cultures, values and customs in our society.

SOC 2-17a

I can describe the main features of a democracy and discuss the rights and responsibilities of citizens in Scotland.

SOC 2-18a

I can investigate the features of an election and the work of representatives at a local, national or European level to begin to develop my understanding of how democracy works.

SOC 2-19a

By comparing the lifestyle and culture of citizens in another country with those of Scotland, I can discuss the similarities and differences.

SOC 2-20a

Through exploring ethical trading, I can understand how people’s basic needs are the same around the world, discussing why some societies are more able to meet these needs than others.

SOC 2-21a

I can identify essential goods and services, discuss the different ways to pay for them, considering the benefits and risks of each method.

SOC 2-22a

By experiencing the setting up and running of a business, I can collaborate in making choices relating to the different roles and responsibilities and have evaluated its success.