Year 9 - Citizenship
How can we make change happen?
How can young people play an active role in democracy?
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Unit Summary
Pupils consider what role they can play in their communities from school to local and national democracy.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how we evaluate methods that create change and what helps a campaign succeed.
Key Notes
- Change can be achieved through various campaigning methods, including petitions, protests and direct contact with MPs.
- Each method has specific strengths and is suited to different objectives, like influence or public awareness.
- Effective campaigns are characterised by clear messaging, the use of real-life evidence and strong partnerships.
- Strategic timing, particularly when aligned with current events or agendas, increases the likelihood of success.
- Evaluating the impact of a campaign involves assessing whether the chosen method led to meaningful outcomes or change.
Vocabulary To Learn
- change: making something different; altering or modifying something
- campaign: actions or events organised by an individual or a group of people to achieve an aim
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- All campaigns work the same way; if one method worked once, it will always work.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Change can be achieved through various campaigning methods, including petitions, protests and direct contact with MPs. Each method has specific strengths and is suited to different objectives, like influence or public awareness.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'change'
making something different; altering or modifying something.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: All campaigns work the same way; if one method worked once, it will always work. Correction: Never overlook the importance of choosing the right method for the right situation and evaluating its impact. Some campaigns will require a combination of methods.
More Lessons In This Unit
- How can we contribute to school decision-making? Study Guide
- How can we engage in local democracy? Study Guide
- How can we influence those in power using democratic processes? Study Guide
- Should the voting age be reformed? Study Guide
- Should young people have the right to stand in local elections? Study Guide
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