COURSE : History Introductory Statement The study of history gives young people the opportunity to discover and study their heritage and people and their lives in the past . It also helps them understand how the past has helped to shape the present and prepare them to influence the future .
Aims & Objectives The purpose of the course is to open up the world of the past for learners . History provides learners with insights into their own lives and of the society and world in which they live . By examining the past , learners can better understand their own communities , their country and the wider world . Through an understanding of the concept of continuity , they can better appreciate change and its significance , both in their own times and in the past .
Course Content
This will be achieved through the study of the three Units of the Course which will cover Scottish , British , European and World contexts in a variety of time periods . Options range from The Atlantic Slave Trade to a study of World War I and include elements of political , social , economic and cultural history . The approach developed and the understanding gained can be applied to other historical and contemporary settings and issues .
Skills Developed
We aim todevelop learners ‟ conceptual understanding and foster their ability to think independently in order to reach conclusions
encourage learners to apply a historical perspective in order to more fully understand modern society
enable learners to acquire breadth and depth in their knowledge and understanding of the past evaluate historical sources encourage learners to draw conclusions on the basis of evidence
Assessment Pupil work will be continually assessed in a variety of ways and feedback on progress will be shared throughout S3 and S4 . Continuous assessment of classwork and unit test scores will be used by Teachers to ensure pupils are embarking upon the correct level as they enter the Senior Phase in S4 . At the end of S4 , pupils will be involved in formal SQA assessments which may involve exams , project work , or a combination of both , depending upon the subject and level of study .
Progression Routes Pupils will progress from Third and Fourth Level outcomes into National 4 , or National 5 depending upon progress made throughout S3 . They will then be formally presented at this level at the end of S4 . Pupils may return to school into S5 and S6 where they can progress to Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications .
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