Does this subject contribute to an ATAR? No (Applied subject)
How many credits does this subject contribute towards QCE? 4
What is Social and Community Studies?
Social and Community Studies fosters personal development and social skills which lead to self-reliance, self-management and concern for others. It fosters appreciation of, and respect for, cultural diversity and encourages responsible attitudes and behaviours required for effective participation in the community and for thinking critically, creatively and constructively about their future role in it.
Students investigate these life skills through a variety of electives dealing with topics such as personal economics and consumerism, legal issues, the world of work, gaming culture, the Arts and the community including tattoo culture, food and nutrition, health, recreation and leisure, and science and technology. In collaborative learning environments, students use an inquiry approach to investigate the dynamics of society and the benefits of working with others in the community, allowing them to establish positive relationships and networks, and to be active and informed citizens.
A course of study in Social and Community Studies can establish a basis for further education and employment, as it helps students develop the personal, interpersonal and citizenship skills and attributes necessary in all workplaces. It allows them to manage change, to be resilient and adaptive, and to develop strategies so that they can cope with the demands, not only of everyday life, but also of continuing studies, employment and future careers.
What makes a student suited to Social and Community Studies?
Students who achieve success in Social and Community Studies are those who:
- have an interest in a variety of topics to do with people and social issues
- are still deciding on their pathway
- are looking towards a more work focused pathway
- have had an interest in any humanities subject in junior years
What prerequisites must students meet in order to take this subject?
Year 9 students - Nil
Year 10 students - Nil
What is the cost of this subject?
Nil - all costs covered by Student Resource Scheme.
What materials or equipment do I need for this subject?
- BYOD laptop
- A4 Exercise book (minimum 96 pages)
- Blue, black and red pens
What do students study in Social & Community Studies and how are they assessed?
| | Unit Overviews | Assessment |
Year 10
| Semester 1
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Healthy Choices for Mind and Body
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Project: B1: Project - Recreation and Leisure. Students provide advise concerning recreation and leisure needs.
Project: B2: Investigation - Food and Nutrition. Students investigate a question by collecting and examining primary and/or secondary information.
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| | Semester 2
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Arts and Identity
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Project: F1: The Arts and The Community
Students produce an informative text examining the role arts play in shaping identities.
Investigation: F2: Identity Students investigate factors that influences the construction and representation of personal or group identities by collection and examining information to form a response.
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| Year 11 | Unit 1 |
Lifestyle and Financial Choices
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Formative Internal Assessment 1: (25%)
A1: Contemporary Lifestyles. Students develop recommendations to address a selected issue related to contemporary lifestyles.
Formative Internal Assessment 2: (25%) A2: Extended Response - Money Management. Students respond to stimulus related to a money management issue that is relevant to young Australians.
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| Unit 2
| Relationships and Work Environments
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Formative Internal Assessment 3: (25%) C2: Investigation - World of Work. This task requires students to investigate a question by collecting and examining primary and/or secondary information.
Formative Internal Assessment 4: (25%) C1: Project - Relationships. this task requires students to develop a solution for a given scenario.
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| Year 12 | Unit 3 |
Australia and it's place in the World
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Summative Internal Assessment 1: (25%) E2 Project - Australia as a global citizen.
Students produce an informative text that makes a considered judgement on Australia's contribution as a member of the international community.
Summative Internal Assessment 2: E1: Extended Response - contemporary Society. Students respond to stimulus related to potential barriers inhibiting inclusion, equity and/or connectedness for a specific group in Australia.
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| | Unit 4 |
Legal and Digital Citizenship |
Summative Internal Assessment 3: (25%) D1 Extended Response - Law Matters. This task requires students to respond to a case study relating to a given scenario.
Summative Internal Assessment 4: (25%) D2: Project - Digital Technology and Wellbeing This task requires students to promote a digital technology and wellbeing issue.
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