How can we plan our active citizenship project?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how to analyse my research, and explain how to create an action plan for my active citizenship project.
Key learning points
- Research analysis in the active citizenship project planning stage ensures informed decisions before taking action.
- Analysis involves identifying findings, exploring cause and effect, checking reliability, and drawing conclusions.
- Action plans are created after research analysis, setting a goal, outlining tasks, and setting deadlines for progress.
- Action plans must be regularly reviewed and adjusted to stay effective and address challenges in the project.
Keywords
Analysis - the process of examining something in detail, breaking it down into its parts to understand it better
Action plan - a detailed overview of tasks or actions, and the order in which they need to be taken, designed to help achieve a specific goal
Common misconception
An action plan is a static document, there is no need update it once it has been made.
Action plans are fluid and need to be reviewed regularly; they can become obsolete which can hinder the success as they are no longer relevant. Sometimes action plans need to be amended or adjusted to respond to challenges or barriers.
Teacher tip
Encourage pupils to use a step-by-step approach for research analysis—identifying key findings, checking reliability, etc. For action plans, guide them to set clear goals, steps, and deadlines. Use real examples to make the process relatable and ensure they link research to action effectively.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words with their definitions.
original information or data
existing information or data
the way people collect and study information
Q2.Which two skills are needed to decide on which research methods to use?
Q3.What is this describing? A broad idea within Citizenship education.
Q4.Match the secondary research methods with their advantage / disadvantage.
detailed knowledge / outdated
current information / potential bias
official source / complex language
reliable data / restricted access
current information / potential bias
Q5.An is a person or group that defends or maintains a cause or proposal.
Q6.Match the primary research methods with their advantage/disadvantage.
broad reach / limited depth
in-depth insights / time-consuming
diverse views / group bias
real-world impact / subjective results
controlled data / ethical concerns
natural behaviour / interpretation bias
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.'The detailed examination of something, breaking it down into parts to understand it better,' is the definition for what?
Q2.Match the key analysis point with its rationale.
focuses on relevant details
ensures information is trustworthy
explains what, how and why
checks if sources agree or contradict
identifies areas needing more information
Q3.An is a detailed overview of tasks or actions, and the order in which they need to be taken, designed to help achieve a specific goal.
Q4.What needs to be identified before making an action plan?
Q5.Put the steps of action planning in the correct order.
Q6.Why is it important to regularly review and update an action plan?
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