Planning learning and teaching in the context of a significant figure from Scotland’s past – Jimmy Reid. Discussion sheet.
Key concepts and core
knowledge:
Context for learning:
Learning through social studies
extends children and young people’s
horizons and
knowledge of time and place, and
challenges them to look at the world
in new ways. Children should be
able to understand more about their
sense of identity. In learning about
their community and country’s past
and present they can develop an
understanding of the political and
social changes which have shaped
Scotland. They should be supported
By looking at the life, activities and achievements of a
significant individual ( Jimmy Reid ) from the past or present,
children from the ages of 3-15 will have an opportunity to
broaden their understanding of the world and
to develop an understanding of how the values and attitudes of
one person can greatly influence and impact on the lives of
others. Children will have time to reflect on their own values
and attitudes, enabling them to become more responsible
citizens. Opportunities will also exist for children to develop an
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Prior learning/ suggested
but not essential
SOC 3-01a
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Ability to evaluate, analyse
and synthesise sources
knowledge of Scotland’s
economic climate during the
1970’s
awareness of the decline in
shipbuilding since WW2
representation and
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Experiences and Outcomes
Suggested skills
development
(from Social Studies
Principles & Practice)
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discussion and informed
debate
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comparing and contrasting
to draw valid conclusions
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developing the capacity
for critical thinking
through accessing,
analysing and using
information from a wide
variety of sources
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presentation skills – oral,
written, multimedia.
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exploring and evaluating
different types of sources
and evidence
I can use my knowledge of a historical period to interpret the evidence and
present an informed view.
I can make links between my current and previous studies, and show my
understanding of how people and events have contributed to the development of
the Scottish nation.
SOC 3-02a
I can describe the factors contributing to a major social, political or economic
change in the past and can assess the impact on people’s lives.
SOC 3-05a
Suggested activities (the links are suggestions only and practitioners should also explore other areas for
resources)
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Pupils should be given an opportunity to develop their historical skills of enquiry, analysis and synthesis. This can be achieved through looking at a variety of
primary and secondary sources. http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/scotlandshistory/20thand21stcenturies/jimmyreid/index.asp
Possible active learning strategies could include pupils participating in a debate between shipyard workers and the government on the validity of keeping the
shipyards open. http://www.scran.ac.uk/database/record.php?usi=001-000-101-853-L (access via Glow)
http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/scotlandshistory/index.asp
Pupils could research Jimmy Reid’s life and achievements and illustrate their knowledge by completing a piece of extended writing. This could take the form of an
introduction to a biography. http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/scotlandshistory/20thand21stcenturies/jimmyreid/index.asp
Pupils could evaluate Jimmy Reid’s effectiveness as a trade union leader during the UCS work-in. Present findings to class through a chosen medium.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/uk_confidential/1711021.stm