Year 7

Respecting difference

In this lesson we will understand the importance of freedom of speech as well as the harms of 'Cancel Culture'. We will also discuss the harms associated with censorship and 'no platforming'.

Year 7

Respecting difference

In this lesson we will understand the importance of freedom of speech as well as the harms of 'Cancel Culture'. We will also discuss the harms associated with censorship and 'no platforming'.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Importance of freedom of speech
  2. Harms of 'Cancel Culture'
  3. Harms of censorship and 'no platforming'

Content guidance

  • Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

Licence

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5 Questions

Q1.
Which of these is an alternative word for "respect"?
Correct answer: Admire
Contempt
Despise
Q2.
Which of these words describe a healthy relationship?
Correct answer: All of the above
Considerate
Kind
Respectful
Q3.
It is important to accept each other's differences?
False
Correct answer: True
Q4.
When someone is speaking, which of these is a good way to show you are listening?
Correct answer: Keeping good eye contact.
Speaking over the other person.
Turning away.
Q5.
You should think about what you are writing on social media before typing?
False
Correct answer: True

5 Questions

Q1.
Which of these is a definition of 'cancel culture'?
It refers to a new movement of art, music and theatre.
Correct answer: It refers to the popular practice of withdrawing support for public figures.
It refers to when the authorities close all art galleries and theatres.
Q2.
Which of these is an alternative word for "respect"?
Correct answer: Admire
Contempt
Despise
Q3.
Which of these is the odd one out? In a respectful relationship you should be able to:
Correct answer: Argue constantly and feel left out.
Be able to disagree.
Express your feelings and opinions.
Listen to and genuinely value thoughts.
Q4.
Seeking to get somebody ‘cancelled’ simply because you disagree with them, is a form of bullying and is not acceptable.
False
Correct answer: True
Q5.
'No platforming' is a good way to deal with someone you do not agree with.
Correct answer: No
Yes