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S3-4 STANDARD
GRADE HOME ECONOMICS
Through practical experience the course aims to develop in
boys and girls the skills necessary to cope with peoples physical,
social and emotional needs e.g. food, clothing and shelter Pupils
are made aware of changing trends in living standards, lifestyles
and technology and are given hands on experience of the latest
kitchen equipment.
The course is designed to suit all levels of ability and includes
practical cookery on a weekly basis.
ASSESSMENT AREAS INCLUDE
[1] Knowledge and Understanding
[2] Handling Information
[3] Practical and Organisational Skills
S3 S. Q. A.
COOKERY MODULES
INTRODUCTION TO CRAFT BAKING
MODULE NUMBER 3231994
This module provides an introduction to basic bakery skills.
It enables the pupil to acquire a range of skills which are developed
throughout their S3/4 modular course. Safety and hygiene practices
are established at this stage and are assessed throughout all
modules.
INTRODUCTION TO FOOD PREPARATION TECHNIQUES
MODULE NUMBER 5130126
Basic food preparation techniques are covered in this module
introducing the pupils to a range of basic kitchen equipment
and recipe terms.
S4 S. Q. A. COOKERY MODULES
FOOD PREPARATION TECHNIQUES
MODULE NUMBER 5130066
Pupils use modern kitchen equipment to carry out a variety
of practical skills. This module is a natural progression from
Module 5130126 completed in S3.
FOOD HYGIENE PRACTICES
MODULE NUMBER 3211007
The aim of this module is to consolidate the pupils understanding
of food hygiene and hygienic practices in the prevention of the
contamination of food. It also covers legislation on food safety
and the responsibilities of food handlers.
On the completion of this module pupils are presented for
the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland [REHIS]
Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate which soon will be required
by all food handlers.
Having achieved this certificate will be an advantage when
considering employment in the food sector e.g.- fish processing,
waitressing, catering retail outlets-
ASSESSMENT
Pupils are assessed continuously throughout the modules on chosen
test recipes. A high standard of practical work is required to
achieve the learning outcomes for all modules.
S.Q.A
CARING MODULES
Four modules will be covered over the two years of S3 and S4.
The'modules are mainly practical in nature and since pupils are
not given grades they can pass parts of each module or the complete
module depending on their ability. The modules studied help in
the development of personal and social skills as well as specific
skills relating to the care of babies and young children.
The modules studied are:-
CARE OF BABIES AND YOUNG CHILDREN IN THE HOME
MODULE NUMBER 61523
This module introduces pupils to the basic care and needs of
babies and young children as well as knowing who can provide
help and how to obtain help.
BASIC COOKERY SKILLS
MODULE NUMBER 7150510
Introduces pupils to the skills required when preparing an
serving food for young children. Also makes them aware of the
importance of nutritional content of meals and labour saving
equipment which can be used to produce suitable meals.
BASIC GENERAL FACTORS IN THE HEALTH OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG
PEOPLE
MODULE NUMBER 66134
This module enables those working with young children to acquire
knowledge of basic factors surrounding the health of children
and young people and of the signs and symptoms which give warning
of possible problems in their health.
PREPARATION FOR PARENTHOOD
MODULE NUMBER 96014
This module prepares pupils for parenthood or for a personal
or vocational interest in caring. On completion the responsibilities
of parents and the range of support services available to them
should be understood.
Teaching and learning takes place through practical activities,
discussion, use of video, visiting speakers, visits to nursery,
hospital etc. Pupds are assessed on their abilties to:
remember simple facts
demonstrate practical skills.
Grades are not awarded since pupils can collect passes in
each learning outcome as they proceed through the modules.
CAREERS for which these modules would be useful are nanny,
nursery nurse, care assistant, health visitor, nurse.
S3-4 Standard
Grade Social and Vocational Skills
S. V. S. offers pupils an opportunity to increase many of
those skills which they will need when they leave school, enter
the workplace and also during leisure time and in the home.
Communicative Abilities - obtaining and giving information.
Practical Abilities - Competence in carrying out instructions
and in applying skills.
There are 3 main learning contexts or themes HOME, WORK and
COMMUNITY. From these pupils work through a number of experiences
both in and out of school. These include planning and running
an event, organising a leisure experience, making an item or
providing a service.
S. V. S. aims to develop a pupil's self-confidence, to build
up initiative and ability to work both alone and in co-operation
with others.
To achieve this, much of the course has a pupil-centred approach
in which pupils are encouraged to make many of their decisions,
to take part in group discussion, increase awareness of individual
qualities and create realistic targets.
Over the 2 years of the course assessment is by:-
1] Teaching Staff comparing levels of performance with set standards.
2] A written examination in 4th year set and marked by the S.Q.A.
Over the 2 years, pupils will learn diverse skills such as
using banking facilities, planning journeys, filling in forms
and letter writing, value for money comparisons, telephone skills,
and so on. Pupil performance in each activity will be assessed
by the teaching gaff although pupils will be encouraged to evaluate
their own level of performance.
It is possible to take Caring Modules and Cookery Modules,
or Caring Modules and Standard Grade Home Economics, or Social
and Vocational Skills and Caring, or Home Economics. |
