Individuals and Societies
Criterion A: Knowing and understanding
i. use a wide range of terminology in context
Vocabulary Journal:
Sentence Completion:
Concept Mapping:
Peer Teaching:
Role-Play:
Discussion or Debate:
Multiple Choice Questions:
Contextual Paragraph Writing:
Analyze Texts:
Project Presentation:
ii objective of demonstrating knowledge and understanding of subject-specific content and concepts through developed descriptions, explanations, and examples
Concept Explanation:
Comparative Analysis:
Case Study Analysis:
Interactive Concept Map:
Socratic Seminar:
Timeline Creation:
Visual Presentation:
Conceptual Questions:
Role-Play Scenario:
Annotated Primary Sources:
Criterion B: Investigating
i. formulate a clear and focused research question and justify its relevance
Research Question Brainstorming:
Topic Exploration Assignment:
Thesis Statement Development:
Question Justification Essay:
Peer Review and Feedback:
Expert Interview Simulation:
Comparative Question Analysis:
Real-World Application Exploration:
Cross-Curricular Connection:
Media Source Evaluation:
Research Question Workshop:
Historical Perspective Challenge:
Have students maintain a vocabulary journal where they record new terms they've learned along with example sentences showcasing their usage in context.
Provide incomplete sentences and ask students to fill in the blanks with appropriate technical terms or synonyms.
Assign a topic or concept and ask students to create a concept map using relevant terminology to demonstrate their understanding of how different terms relate to each other.
Pair students up and have them explain complex concepts using a variety of technical terms to their partner, ensuring accurate and meaningful usage.
Organize role-play scenarios where students have to communicate using specific terminology relevant to the context of the scenario.
Engage students in a discussion or debate on a topic that requires them to incorporate various technical terms appropriately during the conversation.
Create multiple-choice questions where students must select the most appropriate term to complete a sentence or define a concept.
Ask students to write short paragraphs or essays on a given topic, ensuring they incorporate a specified number of technical terms correctly.
Provide students with a passage or article and ask them to identify and highlight instances where specific terminology is used effectively.
Assign a project where students need to create a presentation, poster, or infographic that explains a complex concept using a variety of technical terms in context.
Provide students with a specific concept or topic from the individuals and societies curriculum. Ask them to write a detailed explanation that includes definitions, descriptions, and real-life examples to showcase
their understanding.
Assign students two related concepts or historical events. Have them create a comparative analysis that highlights the similarities and differences between the two, using developed descriptions and examples.
Present students with a historical case study or current event related to individuals and societies. Ask them to analyze and explain the significance of the case study, incorporating relevant content and concepts.
Have students create an interactive concept map using digital tools. They should link various subject-specific content and concepts together while providing descriptions and examples for each link.
Organize a Socratic seminar where students engage in a discussion about a complex issue in individuals and societies. They should use developed descriptions and examples to support their viewpoints.
Ask students to create a timeline highlighting key events, developments, and concepts in a specific historical period or topic. Each timeline entry should include a description and explanation.
Have students prepare a visual presentation (e.g., PowerPoint, Prezi) that explains a subject-specific concept or content area. They should use text, images, and examples to effectively communicate their
understanding.
Provide students with a series of open-ended conceptual questions related to individuals and societies. Ask them to provide detailed responses that include explanations and examples.
Assign students roles related to individuals and societies (historical figures, policymakers, etc.). Have them engage in a role-play activity where they demonstrate their understanding through developed
descriptions and explanations.
Provide students with primary sources (documents, images, maps) related to a specific topic. Ask them to annotate the sources, providing explanations and examples that demonstrate their knowledge of the
subject matter.
Provide students with a general topic area and ask them to brainstorm potential research questions related to it. Have them choose the most promising question and explain why it's relevant.
Assign students to research a specific topic and then develop a research question that emerges from their exploration. Ask them to provide reasons for the question's relevance.
Guide students in creating a thesis statement that encapsulates their research question and its relevance. Have them explain the importance of the chosen question.
Ask students to write a short essay where they not only formulate a research question but also provide a detailed explanation of its significance and how it connects to larger issues.
Pair students up and have them exchange their proposed research questions. Each student should provide feedback on the clarity and relevance of their partner's question.
Assign students the role of experts in a particular field. Have them formulate research questions they believe are relevant to the field and explain their importance in an interview-style presentation.
Provide students with multiple research questions related to a topic. Ask them to evaluate the relevance of each question and choose the one they find most significant.
Present students with a real-world scenario or issue. Ask them to create research questions that address the scenario's challenges and explain why these questions are relevant.
Assign students to connect a topic from your subject area to another subject they are studying. Have them formulate a research question that bridges both subjects and explain its relevance.
Provide students with news articles or media sources related to a current event. Ask them to formulate research questions that delve deeper into the issues presented and explain their relevance.
Hold a workshop where students work in groups to create research questions. Rotate groups so that each one evaluates and refines another group's question for clarity and relevance.
Provide students with a historical event or period. Ask them to create research questions that explore different aspects of the event/period's significance and justify their choices.
Problem-Solution Analysis:
Creative Expression:
ii. formulate and follow an action plan to investigate a research question
Research Proposal:
Research Timeline:
Research Task Checklist:
Research Plan Reflection:
Peer Review of Action Plans:
Research Workshop:
Mid-Research Check-In:
Research Reflection Journal:
Resource Evaluation Exercise:
Methods Brainstorming:
Data Collection Practice:
Mock Presentation:
Research Group Discussions:
Research Process Reflection:
iii. use research methods to collect and record appropriate, varied and relevant information
Interview Simulation:
Surveys and Questionnaires:
Data Collection Scavenger Hunt:
Primary Source Analysis:
Observation and Field Notes:
Online Research Practice:
Data Visualization Exercise:
Case Study Analysis:
Library Resource Hunt: T
Media Analysis:
Data Collection Role-Play:
Archive Exploration:
Resource Evaluation Challenge:
Research Notes and Summaries:
iv. evaluate the process and results of the investigation.
Research Reflection Essay:
Research Journal Review:
SWOT Analysis:
Peer Feedback Workshop:
Results Interpretation Challenge:
Process and Results Presentation:
Comparative Analysis:
Ethical Considerations Discussion:
Causal Inference Exercise:
Actionable Recommendations:
Research Process Timeline Review:
Research Reflection Group Discussion:
Present students with a societal problem or challenge. Have them formulate research questions that address possible solutions and explain why researching these questions is relevant.
Ask students to create a visual representation (infographic, mind map, or diagram) that showcases their research question and explains its relevance through visuals and captions.
Ask students to create a research proposal that outlines their research question, objectives, methods, and timeline. This helps them plan and organize their investigation.
Provide students with a template for creating a research timeline. Ask them to map out the steps they will take and estimate the time required for each phase of their investigation.
Give students a checklist of tasks required for their research project. Have them check off each task as they complete it, ensuring they follow a systematic plan.
After students have completed their research project, ask them to reflect on their initial action plan. Did they follow it closely? If not, why? What adjustments were made?
Pair students up and have them review each other's research action plans. This provides an opportunity for feedback and suggestions to enhance the plans.
Organize a workshop where students share their proposed research action plans with the class. Encourage discussions about the feasibility and effectiveness of each plan.
Have a mid-research check-in session where students briefly present the progress of their research to the class. This helps them stay on track and seek guidance if needed.
Throughout the research process, ask students to maintain a journal where they reflect on their progress, challenges faced, and adjustments made to their action plan.
Provide students with a set of research resources (books, articles, websites). Ask them to select the most relevant resources based on their research question and action plan.
Assign students to brainstorm different methods they can use to investigate their research question. Have them explain the advantages and limitations of each method.
Ask students to conduct a small-scale data collection exercise based on their research question. This helps them practice the data collection methods they plan to use in their investigation.
Have students give a mock presentation of their research plan to the class. This presentation should include their research question, objectives, methods, and timeline.
Divide students into small groups based on their research topics. Have them discuss their research action plans and offer suggestions to improve each plan.
At the end of their research projects, ask students to reflect on their experience of following the action plan. What worked well? What would they do differently next time?
Assign students roles related to a specific topic. Have them conduct mock interviews with each other to gather information and record responses.
Provide students with a research question and ask them to create a survey or questionnaire to gather information from their peers. They can analyze the collected data afterward.
Present students with a list of sources (books, websites, articles) related to a topic. Ask them to gather information from these sources and record key points.
Provide students with primary sources (letters, diaries, photographs) related to a historical event. Ask them to analyze and record information from these sources.
Assign students to observe a specific location or event related to their research topic. Have them take detailed field notes to record their observations.
Provide students with a list of reliable websites related to a topic. Ask them to gather information and record relevant details from these sources.
Give students a set of data related to a topic. Ask them to choose an appropriate method (graph, chart, table) to visually represent the information.
Provide students with a case study related to a real-world issue. Ask them to analyze the case, gather relevant information, and record their findings.
ake students to the library and ask them to find books and articles related to their research topic. Have them record key information from these sources.
Present students with news articles, videos, or documentaries related to a current event. Ask them to analyze and record information about different perspectives on the issue.
Assign students roles related to a research scenario (researcher, interviewee, observer). Have them participate in a role-play activity where they gather and record information.
Provide students with access to online archives or databases related to a historical period. Ask them to gather and record information from primary sources.
Provide students with a mix of reliable and unreliable sources related to a topic. Ask them to gather information only from the reliable sources and explain their choices.
Ask students to take research notes from various sources and then create concise summaries that record the most important information.
Ask students to write a reflective essay discussing the strengths, weaknesses, and challenges they encountered during their research process. They should also reflect on what they learned from the
investigation.
Have students review their research journals or logs. Ask them to identify key moments, insights gained, and any changes made to their research process.
Assign students to conduct a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) of their research process and results. This helps them critically assess different aspects of their investigation.
Organize a peer feedback workshop where students exchange their research findings with peers. Encourage constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Provide students with research data and findings. Ask them to interpret the results, discuss possible implications, and identify any limitations in the research design.
Have students create a presentation that covers their research process, methods, and outcomes. They should reflect on the challenges they faced and how they addressed them.
Provide students with two research reports on the same topic, but with different methods or approaches. Ask them to compare the strengths and weaknesses of each approach.
Present students with a research scenario that involves ethical dilemmas. Have them discuss the ethical challenges they would face and evaluate potential solutions.
Present students with research findings and ask them to identify possible cause-and-effect relationships. Have them evaluate the strength of evidence for these relationships.
After analyzing their research results, ask students to identify practical recommendations or solutions based on their findings. They should justify these recommendations.
Have students revisit their initial research timeline. Ask them to evaluate whether they adhered to the timeline and if any adjustments were necessary.
Divide students into small groups and have them share their research experiences. Encourage them to discuss challenges, successes, and lessons learned.
Real-World Application Reflection:
Research Feedback Loop:
Criterion C: Communicating
i. communicate information and ideas effectively using an appropriate style for the audience and purpose
Audience Analysis Exercise:
Multimedia Presentation:
Persuasive Essay Challenge:
Creative Communication Project:
News Article Adaptation:
Academic vs. Popular Language:
Public Service Announcement:
Interview Role-Play:
Opinion Editorial Writing:
Comparative Communication Analysis:
Classroom Debate Preparation:
Business Proposal Adaptation:
Interactive Workshop:
Feedback and Revision:
ii. structure information and ideas in a way that is appropriate to the specified format
Graphic Organizer Creation:
Outline Development:
Report Writing Exercise:
Instructional Manual Creation:
Infographic Design Challenge:
Interview Transcript Formatting:
Debate Preparation:
Interactive Presentation:
Poster Design:
Website Content Creation:
Storyboard Development:
Class Presentation:
Panel Discussion Outline:
Media Script Writing:
iii. document sources of information using a recognized convention.
Source Citation Quiz:
Bibliography Building:
Source Scavenger Hunt:
Source Evaluation and Citation:
Annotated Bibliography:
Quotation Integration Exercise:
Citation Style Comparison:
Citation Role-Play:
Ask students to reflect on how the results of their investigation could be applied in real-world scenarios. Have them evaluate the potential impact of their findings.
Have students exchange their research reports with a partner. The partner should provide feedback on the clarity of the report, the soundness of the analysis, and the relevance of the findings.
Provide students with a topic and ask them to identify different potential audiences for the information. Have them outline how they would adapt their communication style for each audience.
Assign students a research topic and ask them to create a multimedia presentation that effectively communicates their findings. They should choose appropriate visuals and language based on the target
audience.
Assign students a topic and have them write a persuasive essay targeted at a specific audience. Encourage them to use persuasive techniques suitable for the audience's preferences and values.
Allow students to choose a mode of communication (e.g., infographic, podcast, video) and ask them to present their research in a creative and engaging way that suits the purpose and audience.
Provide students with a complex research finding. Ask them to write a news article about it, adapting the language and content to make it accessible to a general audience.
Give students a scholarly article and ask them to rewrite a section in a more accessible language suitable for a non-expert audience.
Assign students a topic related to a social issue. Have them create a public service announcement (PSA) script that effectively communicates important information to a target audience.
Assign students roles as experts or reporters. Have them participate in interview role-plays where they effectively communicate their knowledge to a non-expert audience.
Provide students with a current event related to a societal issue. Ask them to write an opinion editorial targeted at a specific readership (e.g., local newspaper, online platform).
Present students with two different sources of information on the same topic. Ask them to analyze how each source adapts its communication style to suit its intended audience.
Assign students roles for a classroom debate on a controversial topic. Have them prepare arguments that effectively convey their viewpoints to their peers.
Provide students with a business proposal related to a specific project. Ask them to adapt the proposal's language and content for different stakeholders, such as investors and employees.
Organize an interactive workshop where students practice adapting their communication styles for different purposes and audiences through group activities and discussions.
Assign students to exchange their communication pieces with peers. Each student should provide feedback on how effectively the piece communicates to its intended audience and suggest improvements.
Assign students a research topic and ask them to create a graphic organizer (mind map, concept map, flowchart) that visually structures key ideas and their relationships.
Provide students with a topic and ask them to create an outline that organizes their main points, subpoints, and supporting evidence in a structured manner.
Assign students a topic and format (e.g., scientific report, news article, formal essay). Have them write a report following the appropriate structure and style for the chosen format.
Assign students a task or process. Ask them to create an instructional manual that breaks down the steps in a clear and organized way.
Provide students with data related to a topic. Ask them to create an infographic that effectively presents the information using visuals and concise text.
Have students conduct mock interviews and then create properly formatted interview transcripts that organize the questions and answers in a readable manner.
Assign students a side to argue in a classroom debate. Have them organize their arguments and counterarguments in a structured format suitable for a debate setting.
Ask students to create an interactive presentation (e.g., PowerPoint with hyperlinks, Prezi) that guides the audience through the content in a logical sequence.
Provide students with a topic and ask them to design a poster that organizes information using a combination of visuals, headings, and bullet points.
Assign students a subject and ask them to organize information for a website page. They should consider how to structure content for easy navigation and understanding.
Assign students a narrative-based project (e.g., historical event, personal story). Have them create a storyboard that structures the content sequentially.
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Assign students roles for a panel discussion. Have them create outlines that structure their opening statements and responses to questions.
Assign students a topic and ask them to write a script for a video, podcast, or radio show. The script should organize information for effective presentation in the chosen media format.
Create a quiz with different types of sources (books, articles, websites) and ask students to provide proper citations using a recognized citation style (e.g., MLA, APA).
Assign students to gather information from various sources for a research topic. Have them create a bibliography that follows the conventions of a specific citation style.
Provide students with sample texts and ask them to identify the sources used in those texts. They should practice documenting the sources using appropriate citations.
Present students with a mix of reliable and unreliable sources. Ask them to evaluate the credibility of each source and provide citations for the reliable ones.
Assign students a research topic and ask them to create an annotated bibliography that includes properly formatted citations along with brief explanations of each source's relevance.
Provide students with a set of quotes from various sources. Ask them to integrate these quotes into a paragraph while properly citing each source.
Assign students a topic and ask them to research it using different citation styles (e.g., APA, Chicago). Have them compare the differences in how sources are documented.
Divide students into pairs. One student plays the role of a researcher, and the other plays the role of a librarian. The researcher asks for help with citing sources, and the librarian provides guidance.
Peer Review of Citations:
Citation Formatting Challenge:
Source Tracking Worksheet:
Creating a Reference Page:
Source Integration Workshop:
Plagiarism Avoidance Test:
Criterion D: Thinking critically
i. discuss concepts, issues, models, visual representation and theories
Socratic Seminars:
Have students exchange their written work with peers. Ask them to review each other's citations for accuracy and consistency with a recognized citation style.
Provide students with improperly formatted citations. Ask them to identify the errors and correct them according to a specified citation style.
Give students a template where they can record the necessary information for each source they consult, including author, title, publication date, and more.
Ask students to write an essay and then create a reference page that documents all the sources they used, formatted according to a recognized citation style.
Organize a workshop where students practice integrating sources into their writing while correctly citing them using a specific citation style.
Present students with passages from various sources and ask them to rewrite them in their own words while providing proper citations.
Organize a Socratic seminar where students discuss a specific concept, issue, or theory related to the subject. Encourage them to critically analyze different viewpoints and share their perspectives.

Conceptual Mapping: Provide students with a central concept, model, or theory. Ask them to create a visual map that illustrates the various related concepts, issues, and visual representations.
Think-Pair-Share: Present a thought-provoking statement, model, or visual representation. Have students think about it individually, then pair up to discuss their thoughts before sharing them with the class.
Class Debates: Assign students to debate opposing viewpoints related to a specific issue or theory. Encourage them to present evidence and logical arguments to support their positions.
Gallery Walk: Display various visual representations, models, or theories around the classroom. Ask students to walk around, analyze each representation, and jot down their thoughts and questions.
Jigsaw Activity: Divide students into small groups, each focusing on a different concept or theory. Have them become experts in their area and then share their findings with the entire class.
Case Studies: Provide students with real-world case studies related to the subject. Ask them to analyze the case, identify relevant concepts or theories, and discuss possible solutions or outcomes.
Interactive Quizzes: Create interactive quizzes that include questions about concepts, models, theories, and visual representations. This helps students engage with the material in an active way.
Have students create visual representations (infographics, diagrams, charts) related to a specific concept or theory. Ask them to exchange their visuals with peers for feedback and discussion.
Peer Review of Visual Representations:

Role-Play Scenarios: Assign students roles related to different concepts or theories. Have them participate in role-play scenarios that require them to apply their understanding in a practical context.
Comparative Analysis: Provide students with two or more competing theories or models. Ask them to compare and contrast these options, discussing the strengths and limitations of each.
Group Presentation: Divide the class into groups, each assigned a different theory, model, or concept. Ask each group to create a presentation discussing its assigned topic and its relevance to the subject.
Structured Discussion Prompts: Provide structured prompts that guide students in discussing specific aspects of a theory, model, or concept. This helps them explore the topic systematically.
Feedback Reflection: After a class discussion or presentation, ask students to reflect on what they learned and how their understanding of the concepts, models, or theories has evolved.
ii. synthesize information to make valid, well-supported arguments
Assign students articles related to a specific topic within the subject area. Have them read and summarize the main points of the articles, then use these summaries as the basis for constructing well-
Article Summaries
supported arguments.
Divide the class into two groups for a debate on a controversial issue. Each student is responsible for summarizing relevant information from sources that support their assigned viewpoint, preparing them to make
Debate Preparation
valid arguments during the debate.
Provide historical documents, graphs, charts, or maps related to a significant event. Ask students to summarize the information presented in these documents and use their summaries to construct well-supported
Document Analysis
arguments about the event's causes or consequences.
Show students a visual representation (e.g., political cartoon, infographic) that conveys information about a current issue. Have them summarize the key points of the visual and use this summary to make a well-
Visual Representation Analysis
supported argument about the issue.
Present students with a case study involving individuals or societies. Ask them to summarize the details of the case study and then develop a well-supported argument about the lessons or insights that can be
Case Study Response
drawn from it.
Assign students two or more sources that present different perspectives on a subject-related topic. Have them summarize the key points of each source and use these summaries to construct a well-supported
Comparative Analysis Essay
argument that compares and contrasts the viewpoints.
Provide a timeline of events related to a historical period. Ask students to summarize the sequence of events and use this summary to make a well-supported argument about the factors that contributed to a
Historical Event Timeline
specific outcome.
Provide students with a set of data (e.g., statistics, survey results) related to a social issue. Have them summarize the data and use it to construct a well-supported argument about the implications or
Data Interpretation Task
recommendations for addressing the issue.
Present students with a primary source document from a historical period. Ask them to summarize the content of the source and use their summary to make a well-supported argument about the perspectives or
Primary Source Analysis
motivations of individuals from that time.
Assign students a complex concept or theory. Have them summarize the key components of the concept and use their summary to construct a well-supported argument about its significance in understanding a
Concept Synthesis Essay
specific issue.
iii. analyse and evaluate a wide range of sources/data in terms of origin and purpose, examining values and limitations
Organize a Socratic seminar where students discuss a specific concept, issue, or theory related to the subject. Encourage them to critically analyze different viewpoints and share their perspectives.
Socratic Seminars:

Conceptual Mapping: Provide students with a central concept, model, or theory. Ask them to create a visual map that illustrates the various related concepts, issues, and visual representations.
Think-Pair-Share: Present a thought-provoking statement, model, or visual representation. Have students think about it individually, then pair up to discuss their thoughts before sharing them with the class.

Class Debates: Assign students to debate opposing viewpoints related to a specific issue or theory. Encourage them to present evidence and logical arguments to support their positions.
Gallery Walk: Display various visual representations, models, or theories around the classroom. Ask students to walk around, analyze each representation, and jot down their thoughts and questions.
Jigsaw Activity: Divide students into small groups, each focusing on a different concept or theory. Have them become experts in their area and then share their findings with the entire class.
Case Studies: Provide students with real-world case studies related to the subject. Ask them to analyze the case, identify relevant concepts or theories, and discuss possible solutions or outcomes.
Interactive Quizzes: Create interactive quizzes that include questions about concepts, models, theories, and visual representations. This helps students engage with the material in an active way.
Have students create visual representations (infographics, diagrams, charts) related to a specific concept or theory. Ask them to exchange their visuals with peers for feedback and discussion.
Peer Review of Visual Representations:
Role-Play Scenarios: Assign students roles related to different concepts or theories. Have them participate in role-play scenarios that require them to apply their understanding in a practical context.
Comparative Analysis: Provide students with two or more competing theories or models. Ask them to compare and contrast these options, discussing the strengths and limitations of each.
Group Presentation: Divide the class into groups, each assigned a different theory, model, or concept. Ask each group to create a presentation discussing its assigned topic and its relevance to the subject.
Structured Discussion Prompts: Provide structured prompts that guide students in discussing specific aspects of a theory, model, or concept. This helps them explore the topic systematically.
Feedback Reflection: After a class discussion or presentation, ask students to reflect on what they learned and how their understanding of the concepts, models, or theories has evolved.
iv. interpret different perspectives and their implications.
Assign students roles representing different historical figures, stakeholders, or groups related to a specific event or issue. Have them engage in a role-play activity where they express the perspectives of their
Role-Play Activity:
assigned roles and discuss the implications of these viewpoints.
Provide students with primary sources, such as letters, speeches, and articles, that represent various perspectives on a historical event. Ask them to analyze the sources and discuss the implications of these
Historical Event Analysis:
perspectives on understanding the event.
Present students with different news articles or media coverage related to a current issue. Have them analyze how different perspectives are portrayed and discuss the implications of these portrayals on public
Media Analysis:
opinion and policy decisions.
Assign students to small groups, with each group focusing on a specific perspective related to a controversial topic. Have them research and prepare arguments that explain their perspective and its implications.
Debate Preparation:

Divide the class into two groups, each representing a different historical perspective on a significant event. Have each group present arguments based on primary sources that support their perspective, discussing
Primary Source Debate:
the implications of these viewpoints.
Provide students with artifacts from a historical period (objects, artwork, documents). Ask them to interpret the different perspectives that could arise from these artifacts and discuss the implications of these
Artifacts Exploration:
perspectives for understanding the time period.
Show students a documentary that presents various viewpoints on a social or political issue. Have them analyze the documentary's portrayal of these perspectives and discuss the implications for viewers'
Documentary Analysis:
understanding.
Invite a guest speaker with expertise in a specific subject area to present different perspectives on a current issue. After the presentation, facilitate a discussion on the implications of these perspectives.
Guest Speaker Discussion:

Assign students different cultures or societies to research. Have them interpret the cultural norms, values, and practices from each perspective and discuss the implications of these cultural differences.
Comparative Cultural Analysis:

Present students with visual representations (artworks, political cartoons, photographs) that depict various perspectives on an event or issue. Ask them to analyze the visual representations and discuss the
Visual Representation Analysis:
implications of these depictions.