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Sept 2013

Denna sida på Sweden - Click image to download.


When?

Until the tests:
Monday 16 Sept: classes 6A and 8                 
Tuesday 17 Sept: classes 6B, 7A, 7B


What?


Power: The power to influence, the power to improve, power for good and bad.  Also a bit about the Swedish form of government etc. Weight on international comparisons (in this international school). Our starting point is current events:  President Obama's visit, the conflict in Syria, the role of the UN.

Why?

To get insights into how the world, the UN and Sweden are run, etc.

How?

It would be advantageous if you are curious about what is going on around you. We often start with your questions, and your classmates' questions, about some of the world's major news events. Teacher-led lessons take up your questions and continue out into the world.

The texts

In these papers and at  www.espanol.se  you'll find the texts that we are working with. All are available in English. Links:  
The President     The UN     Political Parties in Sweden     Syria
 

The Questions

All the questions about the texts are available in English.

The Test

The test consists of five of the study questions (and no other questions). Each of the classes will receive different questions. Class 6 will receive easier questions. Answer in English.

Study Tips

Words in bold you should know. Words and phrases in small type or ( ) are explanations or extra info and will not be on the test.

Make Your Case!

There will be test questions asking for your opinon. Convince me that your opinon is reasonable!