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How can we tell if the UK is democratic?

What is Parliament and what are its functions?

How can we hold our leaders to account?

What is a free press and why is it important for democracy?

How is devolution impacting the UK's democracy?

How can I take part in the democratic process? The role of select committees

Pupils consider what makes a democracy, they explore key features of democracy in the UK and consider how those in power are held to account.

Should the UK be called a democracy?

What is direct democracy?

What roles can citizens play in policy shaping?

Can citizens play a bigger role in select committees?

Should environmental issues be decided by referendum?

Should moral decisions be decided by referendum?

Should political problems be solved by a referendum?

Should the UK involve citizens more directly in democracy?

Through a series of case studies from across the globe pupils explore different methods of direct democracy and consider how UK citizens can play a part in shaping national policy.

How can politicians involve citizens in direct decision making?

How are laws made?

Who enforces the law?

What is the difference between criminal and civil law?

How does the youth justice system work?

What is sentencing?

How does the law apply to young people?

Pupils learn how laws are made and enforced and about the purpose and types of punishment.

What are the strengths and weaknesses of the legal system?

Why is Magna Carta still relevant in today's society?

What key roles do citizens play within the criminal justice system?

How have trade unions played a part in the legal system?

How do citizens play a role in policing?

How do citizens influence the law?

Deliberate discussion - Should all citizens take part in the legal system?

Pupils consider a range of roles within the legal system, explore what rights citizens have within the justice system and what influence they can have on the law.

How can we play a part in the legal system?

Is UK Government action led by the economy?

How does the Government get its money?

Why should we pay tax?

How does the Government spend its money?

What are the financial challenges facing local government?

Should public services be privatised?

Pupils learn what the economy is, what taxes are and consider local and central government spending and risk management.

How does the economy work?

What is crime?

Why do people commit crime?

Should we trust crime figures?

What is the purpose of sentencing?

How does sentencing in England and Wales compare to elsewhere?

Are crime prevention strategies working in the UK?

Pupils explore how crime impacts the UK and consider the purpose of sentencing and whether current sentencing approaches in the UK are effective.

What can we do to reduce crime?

What is power and influence?

What is the evolving role of the media in democracy?

What impact can the media have locally and nationally?

What is the role of the media internationally?

How can we protect ourselves from misinformation?

Who is more powerful the media or the Government?

Pupils explore the power and influence of the media both locally and nationally and consider how citizens can effectively navigate the information they are presented with.

How powerful is the media?

What is digital media and how is it different?

Why are people concerned by the influence of digital media?

Case study: India - what is an AI election?

What did the UK Undercover Voters project tell us?

What is the social impact of digital media within a democracy?

Is digital media causing the end of free and fair elections?

Pupils consider the impact that new forms of media are having on democracy using case studies from the UK and India.

How is social media changing our view of democracy?

How does the justice system work elsewhere?

How are decisions made in other countries?

How do others govern?

Is the free press free everywhere?

How do citizens take action in democratic and non-democratic societies?

Are human rights really universal?

Do all nations work with international organisations?

Pupils explore how key democratic structures such as the justice system, the media and government operate across the globe and consider the impact this has on human rights and citizens ability to take action.

How do democratic systems work around the world?

What is the UK's role in the United Nations?

What is the UK's role in the Commonwealth?

What is the UK's role in the World Trade Organization?

What is the UK's role in international courts?

What is the UK’s role in NATO?

Is the UK still an important international power?

Pupils consider the role the UK plays in Europe and the wider world, exploring organisations such as the United Nations and WTO and examining what role the UK has in global problems.

How does the UK play a role in the international community?

What issues are there in my community?

How can I build my skills to become an active citizen?

How do I choose a topic to investigate?

Why is secondary research important?

Why is primary research important?

How can we ensure effective safeguarding?

Why is it important to consider the views of others?

How can we achieve our goal?

How do I carry out my action?

How can I evaluate my action?

How do I inform others?

How can I ensure lasting impact?

This unit enables students to build knowledge and understanding of communities and develop active citizenship skills to make a positive change.

How can I be a changemaker in my community?

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