gr 6 ss course syllabus 2011-2012final
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Grade 6 Social Studies 2011-2012
Instructors
Kristen FerenMeg ParryTim Benford
Rena ORegan
E-mail
[email protected]@[email protected]
Blog
ferenk.ism-online.orgparrym.ism-online.orgbenfordt.ism-online.org
oreganr.ism-online.org
ISM School-Wide Student Goals
At International School Manila, we expect students to work to the best of their ability to be:Effective CommunicatorsEffective Communicators :: who can interact through a range of modes of communication and for a variety of purposes.Knowledgeable and Skilled LearnersKnowledgeable and Skilled Learners :: who continually acquire useful knowledge and skills while developing understanding(s) across abroad and balanced range of contexts.Self-directed and Balanced Individuals:Self-directed and Balanced Individuals: who strive to achieve their personal best and understand the importance of intellectual,
physical and emotional balance. Inquiring and Reflective Problem SolversInquiring and Reflective Problem Solvers: who can think critically and creatively to make informed decisions and then takeappropriate action.Responsible, Caring and Ethical ContributorsResponsible, Caring and Ethical Contributors :: who can empathize and be tolerant of differences and are committed to make a positiveimpact on their communities and environment.
Course Description
Each quarter, we will work on one coordinated multi-disciplinary unit focusing on one rich concept. This means that all core areas willfocus on the same overarching understandings and essential questions, but we will be assessing subject specific standards and indicators. Ingrade 6, the units of study are Structures, Relationships, Cause and Effect, and Discovery. Some topics of study in Social Studies willinclude:Structures: A study of maps, citizenship, and structures of governanceRelationships: A study of the social and environmental implications of buying certain productsCause and Effect: A study of the physical and human characteristics of a place, the movement of people both voluntary and involuntary,historical events and their impact on the present, and the ways that humans adapt to and modify their environmentsDiscovery: A study of the varied perspectives about our hominid past and how we define ourselves as a species in the present day
Assessment and ReportingThe type of assessment, work time spent on a task, and the tasks level of challenge determine the number of points an assignment is worth.
Students will demonstrate their understanding through tests and quizzes, projects, formal writing, oral presentations, class work, andhomework. This work will be individual or collaborative.
Quarterly grades are based on an accumulation of total points. Teachers will report on student achievement via Powerschool. Grades willbe based on a combination of Social Studies Intended Learnings and Transdisciplinary Skills. Assignments will be categorized inPowerschool according to the skill being assessed. For example, an assignment assessed for completion only will fall into the category of
Personal Management and Reflection, while a test assessing specific Social Studies indicators will fall into the category ofSocial StudiesIntended Learnings. Additionally, you can expect teachers to make comments in Powerschool if an assessment earns a particularly lowscore. Please access Powerschool approximately every two weeks to best monitor your childs progress.
Homework PolicyAs per the Middle School guidelines, students should expect to have approximately 40 minutes of Social Studies homework per week. Thismay include short tasks that can be completed in one evening, or longer project based tasks that are to be completed over a number of days.Some homework, depending on the assignment, may only be credited on the due date. Late long-term assignments and projects may be
penalized up to 10%. These late marks will be categorized asPersonal Management and Reflection. Extenuating circumstances resultingin a late submission of workmust be communicated to the teacher before the assignment is due.
CommunicationCommunication is a vital link between student, teacher and parent to ensure productive learning. Parents should feel free to contact usshould they have any questions or concerns regarding their child's progress in school. Parents have access to Powerschool and can checkfor regular grade updates. Students also have access to Student Resources on the ISM portal. To share concerns or to arrange a time tomeet, please email us at one of the above addresses.
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