Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91597 about?

Accepted Answer

You'll design and carry out your own social studies investigation into a real issue, collecting information and evidence to answer research questions you've developed. You'll then explain different people's views and values on the topic, report what you found, and reflect honestly on whether your investigation method was sound and what you'd do differently next time.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91597?

Accepted Answer

1. Decide on a clear focus for your inquiry and write specific research questions that will guide your investigation 2. Gather both background information and new evidence, using real sources like interviews, documents, or surveys 3. Explain the different points of view, values, and perspectives people hold about your topic and why those viewpoints matter to your inquiry 4. Present your findings clearly and show how they connect directly back to your original research questions 5. Evaluate your own inquiry process by identifying what worked well, what could have been biased or unreliable, and what you'd do better if you started over

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91597?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You conduct a full social inquiry with clear research questions, gather information, explain different perspectives, report findings linked to your questions, and reflect on your inquiry process. Merit: You go deeper by comparing and contrasting the different viewpoints and perspectives in detail, showing how they conflict or connect with each other. Excellence: You critically evaluate whether your findings are valid and significant, and you consider what the implications of your findings might be in other situations or contexts beyond your specific inquiry.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91597?

Accepted Answer

1. Weak or unclear research questions that are too broad, vague, or don't actually guide what you investigate 2. Reporting findings without clearly linking them back to the original research questions or focus of the inquiry 3. Listing different perspectives without explaining the underlying values and reasoning that drive those perspectives

Social inquiry · AS 91597

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