Is the justice system operating fairly? Lesson 6 of 6
Key stage 3 • Law and the justice system • Lessons
Is the justice system operating fairly?
This lesson is part 6 of a sequence of 6 lessons addressing the key enquiry: Does the criminal justice system serve everyone fairly?
To conclude this unit, students explore strategies to advocate and promote change and equality within the criminal justice system. Through collaborative working, students plan and present a campaign to advocate for change within the legal system, promoting inclusivity and justice for all involved. This is a peer-assessed presentation, which will help improve students’ Citizenship skills in advocacy and continue their journey towards active participation. Students end this unit with a discussion and vote centred on the main enquiry question: ‘Does the criminal justice system serve everyone fairly?’
Students will work towards answering the following questions:
- How does the criminal justice system treat different groups?
- Does the criminal justice system ensure equity and fairness?
- How do people advocate for change?
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