9SSC

9 Social Science

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs T. Mason.

The Year 9 Social Science course draws from the Social Sciences and the Humanities. The course is thematically based, exploring a range of contexts across time, locations and societies. Themes explored include our place in society, making choices, and protecting resources. The course is designed to stimulate curiosity and imagination, in alignment with NZC Levels 4-5 of the Social Sciences strands. The course has a focus on building literacy, understanding of perspectives and research skills.

Equipment/Stationery and Contributions (indicative only)

EQUIPMENT/STATIONERY:
In addition to a laptop computer and some general stationery, specific items for each course will be confirmed at the beginning of each school year.
As an indication, for this course you are likely to need:
- 2B5 Exercise Book
- 40 Pocket Clear File

Pathway

Disclaimer

Although we aim to enable every learner to be enrolled in their preferred courses, your selection does not guarantee a course will be available, or that you have approval to take a selected course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results, and in some cases, class sizes and staff availability.