Silverlake Charter House

Social
Science
Orientation
Class 9A
Welcome
to our class!
This orientation is a time for us to get to know
each other and discuss our expectations for this
coming semester.
About the Subject
This class is all about the study
of social relations.

Drawing knowledge from sociology, economics, history, and

anthropology, we'll take an in-depth look at human society
and the networks that bind us. By the end of this semester,
you will develop an understanding and appreciation towards
our interconnectedness with other people.
 To understand human motivations
We will learn about what drives us to do what we do, and how
we've changed throughout history.

Main To recognize our relationships with the world

We will learn about our relationship with the environment and

Objectives the structures around us.

To acknowledge our place within society

We will learn about an individual's place in society and a
citizen's place within a nation.
 Advanced Social
Science
Semester 2, S.Y. 2030-2031

Weeks 1-2: Weeks 3-5: Weeks 4-7:

Human History Various Cultures Modern Politics
History, politics, cultures, and other History, politics, cultures, and other History, politics, cultures, and other
facts that deepen our understanding of facts that deepen our understanding of facts that deepen our understanding of
human society. human society. human society.

Weeks 8-10: Weeks 11-13: Weeks 13-15:

Our Identity Philosophy Nation-building
History, politics, cultures, and other History, politics, cultures, and other History, politics, cultures, and other
facts that deepen our understanding of facts that deepen our understanding of facts that deepen our understanding of
human society. human society. human society.
 A global citizen
Taking an interest in the world around you
Teaching Methods
for this Semester
These methods will allow you to learn at your own pace
and to broaden your inquisitive nature.
 Flipped Round Robin
Classrooms Discussions
Be your own motivation Learn and grow together

With a flipped classroom, I will be prerecording all My classroom follows the "Round Robin" set up.
of my lectures which you can watch at your own Whether in a physical or virtual class, each student
leisure. Class times are purely for the discussion of will have the chance to facilitate and contribute to
the assigned topics. the discussion points of the day.
Solo
Activiti
es

Papers Weekly Homework Final Presentation

There will be two major papers due Worksheets will be assigned every To be presented in the last week on
at the middle of the semester. Monday to be turned in every a social science subject of your
Friday. choice.
 Group Activities
Small projects to be done by pairs.
Every month, I will assign one pair a topic to be discussed during class. This student-led lecture should be
within 30 minutes, leaving room for a class discussion and questions at the end.
Student Evaluations
To gauge your understanding of the material

Solo and Group Activities Monthly quizzes Mid-semester exam

Graded on your mastery and Multiple-choice quizzes to help you One long exam to test your
presentation of the assigned topics. retain information learned in class. understanding of the subject matter

Passing grade is a D (see below). Passing grade is a D (see below). Passing grade is a D (see below).
 A Few Requirements

Camera and microphone School Email ID Picture

Please enable these during class All instructions will be sent here. Please scan and send me a copy for
hours. Make sure your email account is filing purposes.
active.

Computer Worksheets Working Headset

All readings and lectures will be sent These are available on the school Please use a headset during class
virtually. portal. Sign in to download. hours to avoid distractions.
 Class Marking System
Schoolwide system for advanced classes

Notes
Letter %

O 95-100 Excellent
A 90-94 Very Good
B 85-89 Good
C 80-84 Fair
D Below 80 Passing
F Below 70 Did Not Meet Expectations
Science is morally
neutral, but social
science shows us that
some moral codes are
-better than others.
Mario Bunge

I hope this semester brings you a better understanding of yourself and the society around you!
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Mobile Number
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Consultation Hours
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