Shared values - do they unite us?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what the fundamental British values are and what these mean in everyday life.
Key learning points
- British people share a set of values which are called fundamental British values.
- There are five British values which come from our shared history and customs.
- Public sector organisations have a duty to promote British values and this is done in numerous different ways.
- Not all people within British society will agree with the fundamental British values.
Keywords
Democracy - a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives who then make laws and decisions on their behalf
Rule of law - the principle that all individuals within a state, including government and leaders, are subject to the same laws and must follow them; it ensures fairness, justice and accountability in society
Individual liberty - the ability to believe, act, speak and express yourself freely
Tolerance - the willingness to recognise and co-exist with beliefs, opinions and values that are different to ours; it enables us to peacefully live with people we may disagree with
Mutual respect - treating others with kindness and consideration, valuing their feelings and rights
Common misconception
All people who live in Britain agree with the fundamental British values.
British values are shared beliefs about who we are as a group of people. It is a requirement that they are promoted by public sector organisations but they remain open to debate, not every citizen will agree with them in their current format.
Teacher tip
Young people will likely promote British values through their everyday activities. They should be encouraged to consider their own actions and activities and how they link to British values.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.True or false? Britain has benefited from migration throughout history.
Q2.Which of these is not a constituent country of the UK?
Q3.True or false? Each of the UK's constituent countries has its own political assembly or parliament.
Q4.Which word describes a simplified view of a group of people? They can be positive or negative.
Q5.Which of the following can stereotypes affect?
Q6.Match the stereotype to the nation it is often associated with.
Britain
Australia
America
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which fundamental British value is missing from this list: mutual respect, rule of law, tolerance, individual liberty?
Q2.Match the fundamental British value to the correct definition.
willingness to co-exist with others who may be different to you
everyone is subject to the same rules and we must follow them
the ability to act, speak and express yourself freely
treating others with kindness and consideration
Q3.What does Lady Justice's blindfold symbolise?
Q4.True or false? Public authorities have a duty to promote the fundamental British values.
Q5.Which British value is being promoted here: "Prisha is presenting an assembly to her tutor group about Mary Seacole for Black History Month."?
Q6.True or false? All people within British society agree with the fundamental British values.
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