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This unit introduces pupils to key ideas that are central to developing an understanding of what active citizenship is all about. They consider their rights and responsibilities and think about issues of fairness, in the context of the communities to which they belong. They consider the role of citizens in a democratic society. They learn about the importance of ground rules for discussing and debating issues. The unit provides opportunities for pupils to discuss and review their previous experiences in school and elsewhere, and think about how their involvement in their communities will change over time. Pupils also learn about how the school runs and their rights and responsibilities within the school community.
The sections in this introductory unit may be used in any order. Some teachers may prefer to start the unit with the 'desert island' scenario in section 3.
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