Social Science (SAK01‑01)
Competence aims and assessment

Examples of connections

Explanation

Competence aims

The pupil is expected to be able to

  • explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    and
    present

    To present means to show, explain and outline a topic or a product. The way of presenting may vary, but the goal of the presentation is to make the topic or product accessible to others. To present may also mean to illustrate and to demonstrate.

    one’s work on contemporary topics or debates using methods, sources and digital resources from the social-science field, and argue for one’s own and others’ opinions and values
  • explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    how interests and ideological points of view affect our arguments and choice of sources, and
    reflect

    To reflect means to examine and consider different aspects of your own and others’ actions, attitudes and ideas. We may also reflect on a subject, practical activities or our own learning. Reflection means testing out our own thoughts and attitudes to develop better insight and understanding.

    on how this is manifested through different opinions
  • explain

    To explain something means to give a well-grounded explanation of a subject, an issue or something we wish to examine or implement.

    the process of socialisation and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how identity and self-esteem of young people are influenced through socialisation
  • discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how personal finances, commercial influences and consumerism affect people on the individual, group and societal levels
  • reflect

    To reflect means to examine and consider different aspects of your own and others’ actions, attitudes and ideas. We may also reflect on a subject, practical activities or our own learning. Reflection means testing out our own thoughts and attitudes to develop better insight and understanding.

    on challenges associated with setting boundaries, and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how different values, norms and laws apply to gender, sexuality and the body
  • reflect

    To reflect means to examine and consider different aspects of your own and others’ actions, attitudes and ideas. We may also reflect on a subject, practical activities or our own learning. Reflection means testing out our own thoughts and attitudes to develop better insight and understanding.

    on one’s own digital footprint,
    explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    who has access to one’s digital traces, and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how data and personal data can be used or misused
  • obtain information on the different forms of social inequality in Norway and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    the connection between inequality and social exclusion
  • reflect

    To reflect means to examine and consider different aspects of your own and others’ actions, attitudes and ideas. We may also reflect on a subject, practical activities or our own learning. Reflection means testing out our own thoughts and attitudes to develop better insight and understanding.

    on equalities and inequalities in cultural expression, identity and lifestyles within and between the majority and minority groups in Norway and the Sápmi/Sábme/Sáepmie
  • explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    and
    describe

    To describe means to portray or recount an experience, situation, work process or a topic. To describe something may also refer to using relevant terminology to systematise knowledge of a topic.

    how the organisation of society and working life in Norway has changed, and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how the Nordic Model attempts to deal with the challenges the individual and society face
  • explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how business and industry, innovation and technology shape and affect working life and local communities in Norway
  • reflect

    To reflect means to examine and consider different aspects of your own and others’ actions, attitudes and ideas. We may also reflect on a subject, practical activities or our own learning. Reflection means testing out our own thoughts and attitudes to develop better insight and understanding.

    on what it means to be a citizen, and
    compare

    To compare means to examine the character or qualities to discover resemblances or differences between two or more issues.

    how political systems are organised in different countries and areas
  • assess

    To assess means to consider different aspects of an issue or point of view. It may also include judging the quality of a product or process. An assessment often results in a decision, a judgement or a conclusion.

    how the exercise of power affects people on the individual and societal level
  • explain

    To explain something means to give a well-grounded explanation of a subject, an issue or something we wish to examine or implement.

    the foundations of human rights and
    explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    and give examples of violations of human rights, nationally and globally
  • assess

    To assess means to consider different aspects of an issue or point of view. It may also include judging the quality of a product or process. An assessment often results in a decision, a judgement or a conclusion.

    the causes of and initiatives that can be taken to prevent racism, discrimination and hate speech, and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    the boundaries for freedom of speech
  • explore

    To explore refers to experiencing and experimenting, often encouraging curiosity and sense of wonder. To explore may mean to sense, seek, discover, observe and examine. In some cases, to explore means to investigate different aspects of an issue through open and critical discussion. To explore may also mean testing or trying out and evaluating work methods, products or equipment.

    a challenge or conflict at the local, national or global level and
    discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    how the chosen challenge or conflict affects different groups
  • discuss

    To discuss means to consider different ideas and opinions related to sides of an issue, and to argue for and against. A discussion can be ended with a conclusion. We can discuss independently and in dialogue with others. A debate among several persons on a subject can mean the same as to discuss.

    the connection between economic growth, living standards and quality of life in a global and sustainability perspective

Formative assessment

The aim of formative assessment is to contribute to the learning process and to develop the pupils’ competence in the subject. The pupils demonstrate and develop their competence in social science when they show that they can reflect on the conditions in society, and critically assess and discuss different contexts and perspectives. The pupils also demonstrate and develop their competence in the subject through their ability to use methods from the field of social science, as well as their use of digital resources to research and assess societal issues. The pupils further demonstrate and develop their competence when they reflect on their role as a participant in the society they live in, what has shaped them as people, and how they can influence their own and other peoples’ lives, both now and in the future.

The teacher shall facilitate pupil participation and stimulate their desire to learn through the oral, written and practical methods used to acquire and demonstrate their competence in the subject, and by enabling them to be curious and encouraging them to actively seek knowledge. The teacher shall be in dialogue with the pupils to help them develop their skills in this subject. The pupils shall be encouraged to experiment on their own in the subject. Based on the competence the pupils have demonstrated, they shall be given the opportunity to express themselves on what they have experienced and learned, and reflect on their own development in the subject. The teacher shall guide the pupils on further learning and adapt the teaching so that the pupils can use this guidance to develop their competence in social science.

Assessment of coursework

The grade awarded for coursework shall reflect the overall competence of the pupil in social science after completing the subject. The teacher shall plan and facilitate for various ways for the pupils to demonstrate their competence, including showing their understanding, reflection and deliberation in various contexts. The teacher shall award grades in social science based on the competence the pupils have demonstrated in the combined use of their knowledge and skills.