Year 11 - Citizenship
Working in politics – what can we do?
What are the different ways we can become involved in politics?
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Unit Summary
Pupils build knowledge and understanding of political systems, government, voting and elections. Pupils consider the vast range of political roles, exploring the impact that these roles can have across local communities and wider society and how they can get involved in politics.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to describe different roles in politics and analyse what is needed to succeed and create change.
Key Notes
- Roles in politics range from elected officials to civil servants and advisers, all supporting government functions.
- Politics-related careers include MPs, civil servants, journalists, and NGO workers, each helping to create change.
- Key qualities like communication, empathy, and resilience are essential for creating change in politics.
- Practical experience and developing essential skills are crucial for making a lasting impact in politics.
Vocabulary To Learn
- career: an occupation pursued over a significant period of a person's life, offering opportunities for progression and development
- change: in this context, making improvements in society, policies, or government actions to address issues, solve problems, and create positive outcomes for communities and individuals
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Working in politics is only about becoming an elected official, like an MP.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Roles in politics range from elected officials to civil servants and advisers, all supporting government functions. Politics-related careers include MPs, civil servants, journalists, and NGO workers, each helping to create change.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'career'
an occupation pursued over a significant period of a person's life, offering opportunities for progression and development.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Working in politics is only about becoming an elected official, like an MP. Correction: There are many other important roles, such as civil servants, journalists, and NGO workers, that also contribute to shaping policies and creating change.
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