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PASS HIGHER GRADE MODERN STUDIES

PASS HIGHER GRADE MODERN STUDIES Procedures Preparation Hints for: Paper 1 Paper 2 Procedures & Preparation 1 hour 30 minutes Paper 1 Answer 4 Questions 15 marks each Either Model 1 One from Section A One from Section B Two from Section C Or Model 2 Two from Section A

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PASS HIGHER GRADE MODERN STUDIES

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  1. PASS HIGHER GRADE MODERN STUDIES Procedures Preparation Hints for: Paper 1 Paper 2

  2. Procedures & Preparation

  3. 1 hour 30 minutes Paper 1 Answer 4 Questions 15 marks each

  4. Either Model 1 One from Section A One from Section B Two from Section C Or Model 2 Two from Section A One from Section B One from Section C 22.5 minutes each question Total 60 marks

  5. Section APolitical Issues Answer 1 Question from 4 For 15 marks

  6. Section BSocial Issues Answer 1 Question from 2 For 15 marks

  7. Section CInternational Issues Answer 1 Question from 6 For 15 marks

  8. from either Answer 1 further question Political IssuesOrInternational Issues For 15 marks

  9. 22.5 minutesper question That means you have Total 60 marks

  10. Decision Making Exercise Paper 2 Time 1 hour 15 minutes

  11. 3 Sources Sources A & B are written texts each giving conflicting views

  12. Statistical Information Source C Usually 3 partsC1(a), C1(b), C2

  13. Evaluating Questions 2 Parts to DME 3 or 4 questions for 10 marks

  14. Decision Making Task for 20 marks Report You write a Report based on the sources provided plus your background knowledge in a role you have been given and making a recommendation e.g. should free prescriptions be introduced

  15. Helpful Hints forPaper 1 Answer the question that is asked and refer to the question in each paragraph Do not list points. You must expand and explain Have a brief plan. This will help to structure your answer

  16. Helpful Hints forPaper 1 Use relevant and up to date information, memorise key statistics & short quotations Do not personalise an answer e.g. I think… Give a balanced answer and well developed conclusions

  17. Exam Scripts Quality of Introduction - is it appropriate & linked to the question Content coverage - range of issues covered, relevant, accurate & up to date Use of evidence - does evidence clearly link to question; is it balanced; is source of evidence provided

  18. Exam Scripts Style - is essay well planned; does it provide a balance between narrative and analysis; does it provide effective use of relevant exemplification Conclusion - does it draw conclusions that are valid, relevant and supported by evidence; are implicit conclusions made throughout the essay

  19. Critically examine the success of recent government measures to reduce gender inequalities Statement - Women have achieved greater equality in the workforce

  20. Critically examine the success of recent government measures to reduce gender inequalities Evidence - In 1983 men were employed in 2.5 million more jobs than women. By 2003 there were almost the same number of men and women in jobs

  21. Statement Evidence Analysis Analysis - However women are still more likely to work in the lower paid sectors of the economy - In 2004 men in full time jobs had average earnings of £24,300, women £18,500. In Banking and Finance, the pay gap is a staggering 44%

  22. ESSAY TITLESWealth and Health Inequalities Remember you have a choice of 2 questions1 on Health Inequalities1 on Wealth inequalities

  23. Assess the effectiveness of government policies in reducing income inequalities in the UK Critically examine the success of recent government measures to reduce gender inequalities The government has failed to reduce race inequalities in the UK Discuss

  24. Critically examine the success of Social Inclusion in reducing poverty in the UK Assess the effectiveness of government policies in reducing income inequalities in the UK

  25. Unhealthy lifestyles not social class is the reason why some groups in society suffer health inequalities. Discuss To what extent is there a link between income and health? To what extent has the government been successful in reducing health inequalities?

  26. Recent government policies have failed to reduce health inequalities Discuss Critically examine the success of recent government measures to reduce health inequalities

  27. Answer can include reference to Scottish Executive and UK Government Working Together for a Healthier Scotland- setting health targets Fair Share for All – the Arbuthnott formula

  28. Smoking Ban Local Initiatives- Have a Heart Paisley Tackling Alcohol and Obesity Hungry for Success

  29. Role of private sector Does it reduce or increase health inequalities? Helps to reduce waiting lists and postcode lottery Build hospitals, but is it against principles of NHS

  30. UK massive increase in Health spending Free Care for Elderly in Scotland Evidence to support success- life expectancy increasing but Health Inequalities widening Glasgow and East Dunbartonshire

  31. Who is this?

  32. Decision Making Exercise Paper 2 Time 1 hour 15 minutes

  33. Time 1 hour 15 minutes Read instructionsRead Summary of DMEScan Sources 10 minutes

  34. Time 1 hour 15 minutes Answer short questions 20 minutes

  35. Time 1 hour 15 minutes Plan Report5 minutesWrite Report40 minutes Time Management is crucial

  36. Short Questions 3 or 4 QuestionsCompare the viewsQuote from the sourceseach will be opposite views Be precise and extract only relevant information

  37. To what extent does the evidence support the view of… Look at statistical sources firstIdentify 2 statementsone true – one exaggerated or falseFor each statement quote evidence

  38. Always do the short questions first Do not bring in background knowledge

  39. The Report IntroductionRoleRemitRecommendation

  40. You can use sub headings Reasons for Recommendation • Founding principles of NHS • Reduces/increases inequality • Financial implications

  41. You can use sub headings Possible Criticisms of Recommendation • You can use the same arguments as Reasons for Recommendation

  42. Comment and Rebuttal SummaryConclusion Finished Finished Finished

  43. Helpful Hints forPaper 2 Take time to plan your Report Do not quote large sections from the sources Include evidence from the sources and background KU

  44. Helpful Hints forPaper 2 Background KU should be concise & relevant Write down knowledge before writing the Report Use all sources at appropriate point

  45. Helpful Hints forPaper 2 Use evidence from ‘to what extent’ questions to support and/or criticise your recommendation Provide balance and do not ignore alternative recommendation

  46. Helpful Hints forPaper 2 Annotate margins – A, BK Use paragraphs Avoid emotional statements

  47. Proposals to provide free prescriptions for all Background Knowledge NHS New Labour Core Principles Reintroduction of free eye tests for all in Scotland

  48. Proposals to provide free prescriptions for all Background Knowledge Recent (failed) attempt in Scottish Parliament to introduce free prescriptions

  49. Proposals to provide free prescriptions for all Background Knowledge Scottish Executive strategy to deal with Health Inequalities Massive boost in NHS spending for period 2003-08 but extra money spent on salaries

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