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SOC 430M

 

 Reflective questions - Social Studies (35 K)
I can develop my understanding of need by contributing to a discussion on the extent to which the needs of a country’s population should be met by the state or the individual.    

SOC 431N

 

  

By researching the role of the media in a democracy, I can evaluate its importance in informing and influencing citizens, and critically examine decisions made by those in power.

 

  

 

SOC 432N    
Through discussion, I have identified aspects of a social issue to investigate and by gathering information I can assess its impact and the attitudes of the people affected.    

 

SOC 433N    
I can explain the factors contributing to the development of the population of a multicultural society and can discuss the issues around this.    

SOC 434P    
I can explore the ways decision making bodies make decisions and can draw conclusions about the impact of these decisions on people in Scotland or elsewhere.    

 

SOC 435P    
I can develop my understanding of participation by investigating the reasons why some people participate less than others in the electoral process and can put forward arguments about the importance of participating in a democracy.    

 

SOC 436P    
Having investigated the actions of a group or organisation which seeks to achieve its aims by non-democratic means, I can present my conclusions about the impact of its actions and express informed opinions on its motives.    

 

SOC 437P    
Having examined the factors contributing to a significant political development, I can test the hypothesis that the actions of individuals or groups were the main factors in bringing about change.    

 

SOC 438P    
I can describe the main features of two contrasting world ideologies and can present my conclusions about how ideology affects the lives of people.    

SOC 439Q    
By exploring how countries or organisations have expanded their power and influence, I can present my findings on the impact on the cultures, attitudes and experiences of those involved.    

 

SOC 440Q    
By examining the role and actions of selected international organisations, I can present arguments about how effective they are in meeting their aims.    

SOC 441R    
Having investigated how an economic system allocates and uses resources, I can explain how this affects individuals and businesses or organisations.    

 

SOC 442R    
Having explored private, public and voluntary sector organisations, I can identify and discuss their purposes and features and consider their relationship with stakeholders.    
 

 

SOC 443R    
Through researching different business organisations, I can discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working practices available to employees.    

SOC 444S    
By considering the advantages and disadvantages of finance options available to different types of business, I can evaluate their suitability for setting up and supporting businesses in the market place.    

SOC 445T    
By exploring a business environment and how it is organised, I can gain an understanding of the role of departments and personnel, evaluating how they contribute to the success or failure of the business.    

 

SOC 446T    
I can identify internal and external factors influencing planning and decision making and can use this information to assess how these decisions contribute to the success or failure of businesses.    

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