What is the UK's relationship with international organisations?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what the main functions, benefits and obligations are of international organisations and their relationship to the UK.
Key learning points
- The UK is part of key international organisations such as the UN, NATO, WTO, the Commonwealth.
- International organisations help with peace, defence, trade and development, both nationally and globally.
- Membership gives the UK benefits like influence, trade access, defence support and military training.
- The UK also has obligations, like paying membership fees, following rules and upholding shared values.
- Working with others through collaboration helps the UK stay safe and respected in the global community.
Keywords
International organisation - a group of countries that agree to work together on shared goals such as peace, trade, defence or development
Benefit - a positive result or advantage that the UK gains from being a member of something
Obligation - a duty or responsibility
Common misconception
International organisations like NATO or the UN control the UK Government and make all its decisions.
International organisations can influence the UK, but they do not have power to make decisions for the UK Government.
Teacher tip
Use memory games to make sure pupils know what each acronym for the international organisations stand for.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the type of sentence with its example.
doing unpaid work or following certain rules
wearing a device to monitor movements
paying money as punishment for a crime
Q2.Which sentence is most likely for a first time minor shoplifting offence?
Q3.The of Law makes sure that law is applied equally.
Q4.Which of these is a role of legal professionals in the justice system?
Q5.Order the Act that was passed in 2024.
Q6.The justice system supports both the victim and the by allowing fair representation in court.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word with its definition.
a group of countries that agree to work together on shared goals
a positive result or advantage the UK gains from being a member
a duty or responsibility the UK agrees to carry out
Q2.Which of these organisations focuses on the defence of its member countries, mainly in Europe and North America?
Q3.The UK is part of an international organisation that promotes trade and resolves disputes.
Q4.The UK has a seat on the Security Council of which international organisation?
Q5.The UK must pay fees and follow rules as part of its to international organisations.
Q6.Order the statement about a peacekeeping international organisation.
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