Year 10 Dissecting EISB as a micro-society.
Year 10 students in the Individuals and Societies (I&S) class are kicking off their academic year with an engaging, practical exploration into the fundamental Unit 1 question: Why do individuals form societies? Rather than relying solely on abstract theories, the students are employing a powerful sociological technique: dissecting EISB itself as a micro-society.
This immersive project asks students to look critically at their own school environment, analyzing the various structures, rules, norms, and roles that define the EISB community. They are investigating what compels staff, students, and parents to adhere to these established systems. By examining the school’s governance, communication channels, shared values, and conflict resolution methods, students gain firsthand insights into the core functions of any large group.
The ultimate goal is to understand that individuals form societies because they offer security, organization, shared purpose, and a division of labor, benefits that cannot be achieved alone. By using EISB as their primary case study, Year 10 is moving from theory to application, deepening their understanding of societal formation through direct, relevant observation. This innovative approach provides a robust foundation for the rest of their I&S studies.
