Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a contemporary social issue
This standard asks you to pick a current social issue (something happening right now that affects real people) and explain how different perspectives on that issue lead people to respond differently. You need to show which values or beliefs shape these viewpoints, describe the actual responses people are making, and back everything up with concrete examples or evidence.
You describe the social issue, two different perspectives, and two related responses, showing how perspectives shape viewpoints, all backed by some relevant evidence.
You explain how the two perspectives led to specific responses and discuss the short-term or long-term impacts of those responses, using evidence throughout.
You examine the broader implications for society that flow from different perspectives and responses, using detailed evidence to develop your explanation.
Standards typically taken alongside or after this one. Same subject, grouped by level.