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National DocumentForThe Social Studies Curriculum for Public and Private EducationIn the United Arab EmiratesJanuary 2013GEMS FirstPoint School Edited Version June 2016ContentsContentsGeneral Standards, Learning Outcomes, and Performance Indicators3Map of Key Curriculum Aspects9Ministry of EducationGeneral Standards, Learning Outcomes, and Performance IndicatorsYear 8AspectsGeneral StandardsLearning OutcomesPerformance IndicatorsNational IdentityTo take pride in UAE’s history and civilizationTo identify the emergence of civilization in the UAE regionDraw an illustrated timeline map of the historical eras experienced by the UAE showing it’s eras (Bronze/Iron/Sasanian)To determine the geographical factors contributing to the emergence of civilization in the UAE regionTo show on map the various cultural sites in the UAE To collect pictures of archaeological sites and tools in the UAETo write slogans expressing their pride in their country's civilizationTo realize the importance of cohesion in achieving national unityTo explore the heritage of their country and the efforts their ancestors exerted in the pastTo respect their ancestors' history and appreciate their effortsTo show some ancient industries and crafts, such as pottery, fish traps “Qraqir”, Khoos, Kalafa "shipbuilding", sewing and embroideryTo mention some ancient craftsmen, such as Ghwas (“diver”), shipbuilder, farmer, builder, Mogabr (“traditional orthopedist”), Mohasen ("Barber"), Nawkhza ("Captain"), Tawash ("Pearl dealer")To trace the development of education in the UAETo identify the features of semi-formal and formal education in the UAETo identify the concepts of formal education; semi-formal education; curriculaTo name the type of education they receive in the country's schoolsTo submit a report on an old semi-formal school in the UAETo take pride in the national figures who have been credited with the development of education in the UAETo illustrate the efforts and services the country provides for learnersTo appreciate the keenness of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed - may Allah protect him - on the development of the educational movement with its all (metaphorical) pillars in the UAETo show the stages of the development of formal education in the UAETo show the factors helping educational development in the UAETo name a number of formal schools established in the UAE since 1954To appreciate the efforts of Arab countries, especially Kuwait, for their contribution to the educational development in the UAETo analyze data of the educational development in the UAE, and record their findings To be aware of the necessity to maintain the achievements of the Federation in the field of education To bear their social responsibility by maintaining educational facilities and resourcesTo appreciate the efforts of the statesmen sponsoring the “educational march” by honoring top students in high schoolCitizenship To develop positive trends toward the concept of belonging and loyalty to the homeland and its political leadershipTo understand the concept of the good citizenshipTo determine the elements of good citizenship To give examples of positions which reflect the concept of good citizenshipTo outline the role of good citizenship in achieving development, stability and national unityTo highlight the role of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed - may Allah protect him - in making the UAE society an example of peaceful coexistenceTo appreciate the country's efforts and its president, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed – may Allah protect him – and other leaders in strengthening the elements of good citizenshipTo evaluate the role of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed - may Allah protect him - in supporting humanitarian initiatives at the local levelTo explain the responsibilities of members in society in achieving national unity To grasp the concept of responsibilityTo identity the responsibilities imposed by citizenshipTo give an actual example of the keenness of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan - may Allah have mercy upon him - on national responsibility towards his peopleTo evaluate the role of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan - may Allah have mercy upon him - in the establishment of the Gulf Cooperation Council in 1981To clarify the role of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan - may Allah have mercy upon him - in achieving national unityTo indicate the role of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan - may Allah have mercy upon him - in achieving Gulf and Arab achievementsTo discuss the roles of some of the statesmen and their impact on their achievement towards national unityTo describe their feelings when assuming their responsibilities towards their homelandCountry, Law and RulesTo clarify the importance of the constitution and law in the UAE To show the importance of the constitution and law for societyTo be proud of the principles mentioned in the UAE constitution To numerate various laws applied in the UAE, such as behavioral discipline in school, environmental protection and development laws and the traffic lawTo describe the various federal authorities in UAETo distinguish between the various political authoritiesTo motivate the importance of political authority and society's need for itTo identify three political authorities in the UAETo briefly distinguish between the functions of the three political authorities To show respect for the roles of the UAE authorities To learn the biographies and achievements of UAE founders and the current leaders as well as their roles in building the Federation and supporting its progressTo learn the biographies of UAE leaders in Dubai, and show their roles in building the Federation and supporting its progress, as well as their achievements in various fieldsTo trace the biography of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum - may Allah have mercy upon him - the UAE’s founderTo clarify the role of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed - may Allah have mercy upon him - in the UAE’s establishmentTo show a number of achievements by Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in establishing the infrastructure and public facilities in Dubai - in addition to his achievements in other fieldsTo narrate the biography of Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum - may Allah have mercy upon himTo clarify the role of Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum - may Allah have mercy upon him - in supporting the Federation and continuing its progressTo describe a number of the achievements of Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum - may Allah have mercy upon him - in various fieldsTo narrate the biography of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai - may Allah protect himTo clarify the role of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in supporting the Federation and continuing its progress To show a number of the achievements of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in various fieldsTo narrate the biography of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai - may Allah protect himTo show a number of achievements by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in various fieldsValues and MoralsTo elucidate the role of values and morals in upgrading productive citizenshipTo realize the role of values in developing a UAE good citizen To illustrate the importance of self-accountability in their lifeTo show how self-accountability drives one towards positive changeTo realize the relationship between self-monitoring and perfectionism and developmentTo appreciate the necessity for time managementTo prepare a presentation of time arrangement and management toolsTo be keen on self-education and expand one’s understanding and scientific achievement to become a role model to their peersTo give examples of their commitment to performing their duties and respecting the rights of othersIndividual and SocietyTo develop their awareness of their skills and potential as UAE nationals To identify the connection between good planning and self-managementTo interpret the concept of planning To determine the link between their needs and capabilitiesTo establish a clear vision for what they want to become in the futureTo set three personal goalsTo propose appropriate methods with which to achieve these goalsTo express themselves positively so as to boost self-esteemTo control their emotions in situations requiring decision-makingTo respect society's traditions and customs, and apply them in their lifeTo represent the UAE’s original customs and traditions in daily lifeTo be a role model to others in representing the national identity that stands out in daily life and interaction with othersTo apply “Asking Permission Morals” in accordance with Islamic principles and UAE valuesTo respect the elderly and stand up for themTo politely thank anyone providing them with a service by saying Ma Qasart (“you do very well”) - the reply being Qasr Al Shar Ank (“May Allah protect you”) – or “may Allah have mercy upon your parents” - the reply being “My parents and your parents”… etcTo identify the activities of UAE institutions in the social care fieldTo identify the role of UAE women in the progress of the development and building societyTo interpret the UAE political leadership’s interest in the role of women in societyTo draw a chart showing the percentage of women's participation in the UAE’s labor marketTo show the activities carried out by women's associations and clubs in the UAETo give examples of public female figures playing various roles in societyTo take pride in the role played by women in serving the UAE societyTo be aware of the importance of supporting the institutions which care for orphans, women and childrenTo name some official institutions providing care for orphans and women and children in the UAETo visit some UAE orphanagesTo take part in a forum or seminar on the institutions providing care for orphans, women and childrenTo appreciate UAE’s efforts in providing public facilities which support and care for orphans, women and childrenNational EconomyTo determine the economic values necessary for societal developmentTo understand the meaning of boldness and entrepreneurship in businesses and projectsTo elucidate the nature of the boldness and entrepreneurship in business and projectsTo identify the elements of the boldness and entrepreneurship in business and projectsTo be aware of the role of the boldness and entrepreneurship in implementing businesses and projectsTo adopt an idea for a new project, explaining the aspects of boldness and entrepreneurship in such projectTo evaluate the UAE’s role in supporting youth projects which reflect boldness and entrepreneurshipTo understand the meaning of risk-takingTo identify the concept of risk-taking in business and projectsTo deduce the concept of balanced risk-takingTo distinguish between risk-taking and boldness in successful businesses and projectsTo understand the role of balanced risk-taking in achieving economic prosperityMinistry of EducationMap for Key Curriculum AspectsYearAspectsThemesNo. of ClassesYear 8National IdentityRise of civilization in the Emirates’ region2Ancient Emirati crafts and professions1Non-formal and formal education in the country1Stages of formal education development in the country1CitizenshipGood citizenship and its components2Responsibility of individuals in achieving national unity1Country, Rule and LawImportance of the Constitution and law for society1Political authorities in the United Arab Emirates1Roles of leading sheikhs of the Dubai Emirate and their achievements in different fields2Values and MoralsSelf-accountability1Time management2Individual and CommunityPlanning and self-management2Genuine Emirati customs and traditions2Emirati women and the process of building 2Institutions for caring for orphans, women and children1National EconomyBeing daring and innovative in economic projects1Risks in businesses and projects12118360635Contacts00ContactsQRCMinistryOfEducationUAE@MOEducationUAEMoeyoutube.aeToll Free 80051115 ................
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