How can we make a difference in society? Active citizenship project
How can we make a difference in society? Active citizenship project
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Why this why now
Building on their learning of how they can make a positive difference in their communities this unit continues to develop pupils’ knowledge of social issues and the role citizens and organisations have in creating positive change. This knowledge helps pupils to understand how citizens can work together to improve communities and wider society and how they can make their voice heard by those in positions of power.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils understand there are different ways citizens can make a positive difference in their communities
- Pupils can explain how young people can take part in democracy and influence decisions.
- Pupils can identify opportunities to get involved and work with others to create change.
Threads
Why this why now
Building on their learning of how they can make a positive difference in their communities this unit continues to develop pupils’ knowledge of social issues and the role citizens and organisations have in creating positive change. This knowledge helps pupils to understand how citizens can work together to improve communities and wider society and how they can make their voice heard by those in positions of power.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils understand there are different ways citizens can make a positive difference in their communities
- Pupils can explain how young people can take part in democracy and influence decisions.
- Pupils can identify opportunities to get involved and work with others to create change.
How can we make a difference in society? Active citizenship project
Pupils are introduced to what an active citizenship project is, how it should be structured and the skills they need to complete one.
6 lessons in unit
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