Does being a citizen of a country make you feel like you belong? Lesson 6 of 6

How can we maintain respect and understanding in our society?

This lesson is part 6 of a sequence of 6 lessons addressing the key enquiry: Why does our changing community identity matter?

This lesson explores the concepts of belonging, inclusion, and community cohesion, encouraging students to reflect on their personal and national identities and how they relate to broader social values. Through discussions, activities, and written tasks, students examine how shared values, such as the Fundamental British Values, contribute to a cohesive society and how diversity and migration have shaped the UK’s identity. They are also introduced to challenges within communities, such as miscommunication or disagreements, and how they can be addressed.

The lesson culminates in a creative task where students propose ways to improve community cohesion, such as campaigns, advocacy, or events. They develop and present their ideas, fostering critical thinking, teamwork, and peer assessment. Reflection tasks encourage students to consolidate their understanding of key terms and apply these to envision inclusive and united communities. This lesson emphasises empathy, collaboration, and active citizenship in fostering a more cohesive society.

Students will work towards answering the following questions:

1. What is belonging?
2. How is personal identity connected to a sense of belonging?
3. Can we improve community cohesion?

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