Substrand: "6.6 Change and Progress" (40 periods)

The arrival of explorers, traders, missionaries, the colonial government and their contacts with indigenous people have influenced the relationship between Solomon Islanders and outsiders. These processes of changes have shaped the lives and experiences of people in different ways at different times.

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

6.6.1 know the external influences that bring changes to the society (k)

6.6.1.1 name some of the external groups that brought changes into the country (e.g. traders, explorers)

6.6.2 understand how beliefs and ideas spread and become powerful forces for change and continuity (u)

6.6.2.1 identify some changes that improved people’s standard of living in the society (e.g. solar energy, water supply)

6.6.3 understand changes in Solomon Islands over a period of time using observable examples (s)

6.6.3.1 describe some ways in which exploitation of resources bring about positive changes to the society

6.6.4 appreciate the changes and achievements that have improved society and the way of life for many people (a/v)

6.6.4.1 state five advantages and disadvantages of changes both in urban and rural areas