UAE Ministry of Education Grade 7 Curriculum - Social Studies/Moral Education

Moral Education

Moral education in the UAE for Grade 7 focuses on fostering universal values, enabling students to interact peacefully with individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds. The curriculum encourages exploring ethical issues and developing awareness of one's own values, rather than imposing a specific set of values. The program emphasizes inclusive group work and student-driven learning. Key learning objectives include developing moral thinking within the context of family, social environment, and community; focusing on local Emirati heritage, archaeology, and cultural preservation; and concentrating on Emirati history, trade, travel, governance, and global citizenship. The Moral Education program covers four pillars: Character and Morality, The Individual and the Community, Civic Studies, and Cultural Studies.

Social Studies

The Grade 7 Social Studies curriculum provides an integrated and holistic course of study contextualized for students in the UAE. The Ministry of Education undertook a significant curriculum development project for Social Studies and National Education for Grades 1-9. Social Studies is an essential subject, allowing local students to learn about and take pride in the UAE's culture and heritage. It also helps students understand the culture and history of the UAE. Students develop research skills and complete projects throughout the term. The curriculum covers History, Geography, Economics, and National Education. Specific topics covered in Grade 7 include the Age of Discovery, its social and economic causes, and its impact on European society.