Migrants - who are they?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the term migrant correctly and describe the different experiences of migrants in the UK.
Key learning points
- Migration is the movement of people from one place to another; the people who move are called migrants.
- Migrants may be encouraged by pull factors, like economic opportunities, better climate, or better public services.
- Migrants will have different experiences in the UK, some will be positive, but some will be negative.
- In the UK, migrants are protected by laws such as the Equality Act (2010).
Keywords
Migration - the movement of people from one place to another, e.g., moving from one country to another
Migrant - a person who moves from one place to another
Hate crime - a crime motivated by prejudice based on a protected characteristic such as race, religion, sexuality or gender identity
Common misconception
Migrants do not bring benefits to the country they have moved to.
Migrants help fill important skills shortages in the country, bringing valuable talents and expertise that keep essential services and industries running smoothly.
Teacher tip
This might be an emotive topic for some pupils. You might wish to check with the pastoral lead in the school before delivering this lesson.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What do we call the movement of people from one place to another?
Q2.Which of the following sets out the fundamental legal rights we have?
Q3.As well as human rights protected by law, we all have as citizens.
Q4.Which of the following is an example of a moral obligation, rather than a legal one?
Q5.Which of these definitions match the definition for freedom?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the correct definition.
Q2.Which of these best matches the definition of a pull factor?
Q3.What is required to work out net migration?
Q4.Which of these is a benefit of migration?
Q5.Racially motivated hate crimes account for what % of total hate crimes?
Q6.In the UK, migrants are protected from discrimination by which Act?
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