Exam Board: SQA

Level: N4/5

Subject: Modern Studies

The National 4 & 5 Modern Studies Course Notes provide comprehensive guidance for the entire CfE programme.

Course Notes give a practical, supportive approach to help deliver the new curriculum and offer an appropriate blend of sound teaching and learning with exam and assessment guidance.

Progress and attainment for all

A complete core resource covering Democracy in Scotland and the United Kingdom, Crime and the Law and the international issue of Terrorism Outcome and Assessment Standards are fully covered ‘Questions’ and ‘Activities’ provide opportunities to apply knowledge and put skills to work ‘Learning checklists’ enable students to monitor progress regularly

Active learning

‘Make the link’ features encourage broader thinking between and across subjects ‘Hints’ and ‘Think points’ give helpful tips and develop critical thinking skills ‘Case studies’ explore how issues studied have an impact on real-life people and events

Assessment and practice you can rely on

Detailed ‘Assessment’ section covers all the skills students will need to succeed.