Social Studies

This course focuses on fostering responsible citizenship, ethical awareness, and social understanding.

The course begins by examining the general objectives of Social Studies, emphasizing its importance in promoting societal values, cultural understanding, and active participation in community development.

Students will then study child abuse, exploring its forms—such as neglect, exploitation, and physical or emotional harm—and the effects on a child’s well-being. This is followed by lessons on drug abuse, delving into its causes, effects on individuals, families, and society, and measures for prevention. A special focus is placed on drug trafficking, highlighting its global impact and legal consequences.

The curriculum also addresses group behavior, teaching students about collective dynamics, peer influence, and teamwork in societal contexts.

The course then moves to the topic of corruption, examining its causes, manifestations, and consequences in personal, economic, and political spheres. Finally, students will learn about the roles of government agencies in preventing corruption, understanding how these bodies function to uphold integrity and reduce unethical practices in society.