Lesson plans 11s-18s
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Children of this age have already experienced far more
international travel, international news coverage and international
culture than any previous generation.
They need to be able to prepare to meet the challenges that
the changing world will present to them.
Young people aged 11-14 need a global dimension to the
subjects and activities they encounter, so that they can:
- recognise the diversity of national, regional,
religious and ethnic identities
- appreciate the work of community, national and
international voluntary groups
- understand that legal and human rights and
responsibilities underpin the operation of society
- see the world as a global community, where
conflicts should be fairly resolved.
Class participation and expression
At this age, pupils need to be able to think about topical
issues, problems and events including ICT-based sources. They
should be able to justify their opinions, contribute to
discussions, and have the imagination to express and explain
views that are not their own.
By the age of 14-18, young people will be able to understand
far more about the context of what they have learned so far.
Besides the knowledge, understanding and skills listed above, they
should be able to:
- recognise the origins and implications of
diversity in the UK
- consider the opportunities for individuals and
groups to bring about social change
- understand the position of the UK in Europe, the
Commonwealth and the UN
- appreciate the wider issues and challenges of
global interdependence and responsiblity.
- recognise the importance of playing an active
part in democratic and electoral processes
- be aware of the rights and responsibilities of
consumers, employees and employers
Enquiry and communication
Pupils should be taught to research a topical issue, problem
or event by analysing information from different sources. In class
discussions, they should be able to critically evaluate views that
are not their own while still being able to think about them with
some empathy.
Resource materials for lessons
If you would like to order educational materials to support
teaching the global dimension (specifically development education)
there is a website for this purpose. To search for useful lesson
plan packs, teachers reference books, teaching aids such as maps,
posters, board games etc, visit
www.globaldimension.org,
where you can search by age and subject through resources
that have all been rated by teachers. It includes many of the
materials in the Oxfam education catalogue and from a number of
other accredited sources.
This section offers lesson plans both
specially written for the Global Gateway, and links to other sites
offering lesson plans that teachers have tried and found to be
effective. Choose your lesson plans from these sections: