Why do we need the right to protest in a democracy?
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Why this why now
Understanding the necessity of the right to protest in a democracy builds on pupils' knowledge of rights, justice and the law and their knowledge of active citizenship. This unit explores the role of protest in influencing change and protecting freedoms. It challenges pupils to critically consider what methods are acceptable to create change, supporting them to develop as informed and responsible citizens.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils understand the concept of legal rights and how they are protected through UK law.
- Pupils know how citizens can participate in democracy, including through direct action and campaigning.
- Pupils can identify how individuals and groups influence change within democratic systems.
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Why this why now
Understanding the necessity of the right to protest in a democracy builds on pupils' knowledge of rights, justice and the law and their knowledge of active citizenship. This unit explores the role of protest in influencing change and protecting freedoms. It challenges pupils to critically consider what methods are acceptable to create change, supporting them to develop as informed and responsible citizens.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils understand the concept of legal rights and how they are protected through UK law.
- Pupils know how citizens can participate in democracy, including through direct action and campaigning.
- Pupils can identify how individuals and groups influence change within democratic systems.
Why do we need the right to protest in a democracy?
Pupils explore how rights have developed in the UK and how they are protected. They look at what changes in society have occurred due to protest.
6 lessons in unit
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