Education Scotland offers free bespoke curriculum support in social studies. The purpose of this is to provide hands-on support, working alongside practitioners in all sectors to improve learning, teaching, and assessment.
Support and Professional Learning (anything from an hour to a full day) can be negotiated and built to meet the needs of cluster groups, subject networks, individual schools, and subject departments and can cover a number areas of focus. The support can take place virtually or in person, depending on demand.
Information is also available on existing networks (local, regional or national) as well social studies resources available for practitioners.
To discuss your requirements please contact Lynne.Roberston@educationscotland.gov.scot
On Demand Professional Learning and Support in Social Studies (examples)
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Area of focus
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Possible Content
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Assessment and moderation: The learning, teaching and assessment cycle in social studies
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To consider the assessment and moderation of social studies, and how to ensure that progress is being assessed effectively.
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Curriculum in the BGE
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To consider how the social studies curriculum can be planned across the BGE.
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Pedagogy in social studies
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To consider what forms of pedagogy can be used to teach social studies across the curriculum.
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Resource development
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To consider the use of the Es and Os to develop effective resources in the social studies curricular area.
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Networks
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