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S1 The Developing World\u00a0\"\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

This unit aims to firstly introduce pupils to Modern Studies. It seeks to expand and broaden pupils knowledge and understanding of the world by comparing and contrasting the developed world to the developing world. Throughout this unit, pupils are asked to draw on their understanding of life in Scotland and explain how their daily life differs to those in a contrasting country. Pupils will also begin to develop enquiry skills during this unit.<\/p>\n

S2 USA\u00a0\u00a0\"\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pupils will explore a variety of issues and topics relating to the USA. An in depth study of social issues in the USA will be covered including education, health and crime. This unit also looks at and explores the political system in the United States. Pupils will carry out a research project on the topic\u00a0of either gun laws or capital punishment. Furthermore, pupils will continue to build on their existing skills from S1 and develop debating, note-taking, and team working skills.<\/p>\n

S2 Street Law<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This unit introduces pupils the concept of law and the various different aspects of this.Throughout this course, as well as studying real life case studies, pupils will learn to evaluate different sources of evidence and come to conclusi<\/span>ons.<\/span><\/p>\n

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S2 into S3 Option<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n