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S1 – S3 Curriculum for Excellence
All S1 pupils undertake two periods of Home Economics every week. Pupils in S2 and S3 will have the option to choose to continue studying Home Economics or other subjects, those who continue studying Home Economics will undertake two periods per week. An outline of pupils learning is below:
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Year
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Unit
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CfE Learning Experience & Outcome
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S1
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SmartStart
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I can apply food safety principles when buying, storing, preparing, cooking and consuming food.
HWB 3-33a
Using my knowledge of nutrition and current healthy eating advice, I can evaluate the information on food packaging, enabling me to make informed choices when preparing and cooking healthy dishes.
HWB 3-36a
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Design and Make a Sandwich
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By taking part in practical food activities and taking account of current healthy eating advice, I can prepare healthy foods to meet identified needs.
HWB 3-30a
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S2
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Getting the Balance Right
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By taking part in practical food activities and taking account of current healthy eating advice, I can prepare healthy foods to meet identified needs.
HWB 3-30a
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Design and Make a Healthy Burger
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Having explored a range of issues which may affect food choice, I can discuss how this could impact on the individual’s health.
HWB 3-34a / HWB 4-34a
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S3
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Nutrients
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Through practical activities using different foods and drinks, I can identify key nutrients, their sources and functions, and demonstrate the links between energy, nutrients and health.
HWB 3-31a
I am developing my understanding of the nutritional needs of people who have different conditions and requirements.
HWB 3-32a
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Foods of the World
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I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
HWB 3-29a
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Pupils are graded for each activity and an average is calculated over the course of the year. Grade outlines are as follows:
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Grade
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Level
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Criteria
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1
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Good
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Pupils’ practical ability is high.
Pupils’ application of their knowledge and understanding is effective.
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2
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Average
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Pupils’ practical ability is frequently successful.
Pupils’ application of their knowledge and understanding is occasionally effective.
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3
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Poor
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Pupils’ practical ability is limited.
Pupils’ have difficulty in applying their knowledge and understanding.
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4
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No Award
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Pupils did not participate in unit
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