This is a course for Upper Intermediate or Advanced students of English on the theme of Life in Scotland
It was developed partly in response to the Life in the UK book which people seeking British citizenship are required to study. That book portrays almost everything in UK history or contemporary society in a positive light. In contrast, in my course, while I discuss many of the wonderful things about life in Scotland today, I also cover some of the shameful aspects of Scottish history and society - including witchhunts, slavery, sectarianism, social and economic inequality, and drug deaths
The 47 individual texts that make up the course are grouped into different sections: Overview; History; Places and buildings; Politics and society; and Science, sport and culture. To read the texts simply click on the link. Enjoy!
Overview
History
The first inhabitants of Scotland
William Wallace and Robert the Bruce
The Industrial Revolution in Scotland
Scotland and the two World Wars
Places and buildings
Edinburgh Old Town and New Town
Politics and society
Poverty and inequality in Scotland
Education and health in Scotland
Science, sport and culture
Scottish discoveries and inventions
Walter Scott and the invention of Scottishness