when a group has people with different backgrounds and experiences; this can be differences in nationality, ethnicity, culture, religion, language, identity, interests, skills and perspectives

the movement of people from one place to another, for example, moving from one country to another

the process of people moving from one country to another to live and work

How diverse is UK society?

Citizenship

Can identity be defined?

What debates exist around British identity?

How is the UK population changing?

Is there mutual respect in UK society?

Can a changing and diverse society lead to unity?

Pupils explore what identity is and how the UK population is changing considering how diverse the UK is and exploring mutual respect and understanding between different groups within society.

How is UK society diverse and changing?

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

when a group has people with different backgrounds and perspectives

a person who moves from one country to another

the process of entering and settling in a different country

Diversity means everyone eats different types of food.

Diversity includes only immigrants from other countries.

Diversity includes nationality, culture, religion, language and identity.

Diversity is mainly about skin colour and accents, nothing else.

Which of the following best shows that diversity is about more than just ethnicity or race?

One of the reasons the UK has become so diverse is due to historical {{}} from different parts of the world.

Migrants are often forced to follow one culture.

Migrants have influenced culture, economy and society.

Migration hasn’t had much impact in the UK.

Which of these best explains why migration has helped shape modern Britain?

everyone having the same background and view

more people with different experiences and skills

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of migration and diversity?

Which of the following is a possible challenge of migration and diversity?

who a person is or the qualities that make them different than others

the total number of people living in a specific place

principles many believe help society function well in the UK

the people living together in an ordered community

Match the words with the correct definition.

they have to copy celebrities and influencers

their experiences, beliefs and values may develop

people are only allowed one identity at a time

Why might someone’s identity change over time?

Which of the following is **not** one of the four nations in the United Kingdom?

Everyone in the UK shares the exact same culture and history.

British identity is simple and agreed upon by all citizens.

British identity is complex and shaped by various factors.

There is no such thing as having a British identity.

Which statement best reflects the idea of a shared British identity?

to better design policies that support everyone’s needs

to reduce the amount of diversity in the UK

Why is it important for the Government to understand population changes?

As the UK’s population grows and changes, it places more demand on {{}} services such as healthcare and education.

Starter Quiz

Match the words with the correct definition.