How can we maintain respect and understanding in our society? Lesson 5 of 6
GCSE • Identities and communities • Model curriculum
How can we maintain respect and understanding in our society?
This lesson is part 5 of a sequence of 6 lessons addressing the key enquiry: Why does our changing community identity matter?
This lesson explores critical thinking, problem-solving, and the development of laws to promote equality, fairness, and justice in communities. It examines sensitive topics such as the Windrush scandal, race relations, and the progression of equality legislation, fostering students’ ability to discuss and reflect on controversial issues with empathy. Through activities like video analysis, timeline sorting, and discussions, students learn about key laws, including the Race Relations Acts and the Equality Act 2010, and their impact on individuals and communities.
The lesson also delves into the Immigration Act 2014 and the ensuing Windrush scandal, encouraging students to evaluate the unintended consequences of laws and government policies. Students engage in debates, analyse diverse perspectives, and explore government responses to the scandal. The session concludes with reflections on how laws support mutual respect and human rights, preparing students to envision inclusive, respectful communities.
Students will work towards answering the following questions:
1. How can laws change the communities we live in?
2. What laws have developed over time to ensure people are respected in our communities?
3. Do laws to protect sometimes have unintended consequences?
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