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| Paper focus | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Education, theory and methods | 2 hours | 80 |
| Selected sociology topics | 2 hours | 80 |
| Crime and deviance, theory and methods | 2 hours | 80 |
Interpret
Decide what is being debated
Identify the claim in the question and the concepts that need defining. Avoid launching into everything you remember about the topic.
Develop
Put explanations into conversation
Use one perspective to develop an argument, then test it against evidence or an alternative explanation.
Judge
Answer the question you were asked
Weigh the arguments you have actually discussed. State what your conclusion depends on rather than adding an unrelated final opinion.
Methods in context needs context
When considering a research method in education, think about the actual participants, setting and research aim. A rehearsed list of strengths and weaknesses needs adapting to the situation.
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A marked essay can reveal whether the difficulty is application, development or evaluation. Agree a specific writing goal and practise it with feedback.
Try explaining one argument without notes, then add a relevant example and a challenge to it. Bring uncertainties back to the next lesson rather than simply rewriting your notes.
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